Young Police Officer Loses Vision in 1 Eye After Bondi Terror Attack

The family of a young officer who has lost vision in one eye after being shot twice has commended his immense bravery. Australia’s flag is seen next to floral tributes outside Bondi Pavilion in Sydney, Australia on Dec. 16, 2025. David Gray/AFP via Getty Images12/17/2025|Updated: 12/17/2025A 22-year-old police officer commended for his bravery under fire has lost vision in one eye following the Bondi terror attack.The young probationary constable’s family issued a statement via New South Wales Police on Dec. 17, confirming he had been shot twice on Dec. 14.Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.Author’s Selected Articles