Australian police had not assessed the threats before the Bondi shooting, according to an investigation

Police in the state of New South Wales did not conduct a risk assessment before the community event where the deadly Bondi Beach shooting took place, evidence emerged during a public inquiry on Monday.

The attack, which occurred during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, shocked Australia and reignited the debate on the safety of public gatherings and the rise of anti-Semitic violence.

According to testimonies heard during the investigation, a Jewish community security group had requested the presence of law enforcement to oversee the event. This request was reportedly not followed by a formal threat assessment by the relevant authorities.

The head of Australia's intelligence services told the committee that antisemitic acts and rhetoric, when not adequately contained, can create a climate conducive to violence. His remarks come as authorities seek to determine whether warning signs were ignored before the attack.

The investigation continues to review the chain of decision-making that led to the lack of enhanced security measures, as well as any potential failures in coordination between police and organizers.