Security guard killed in Bondi Junction mass stabbing named as refugee Faraz Tahir

The 30-year-old security guard, and former refugee who was killed in the Bondi Junction stabbing has been named as Faraz Tahir.

A 30-year-old former refugee who was working as a security guard at Bondi Junction Westfield has been identified as the sole male victim who was killed in Saturday’s horrific stabbing attack.

Faraz Tahir, 30, arrived in Australia about a year ago from Sri Lanka via the UNHCR from Pakistan, where his parents still live.

A statement from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Australia said Mr Tahir was known for his “unwavering dedication and kindness”.

Mr Tahir was part of the Ahmadiyya community, which is one of the 73 sects of Islam, however Ahmadis face persecution for their religion in Muslim-majority countries like Algeria, Malaysia and Pakistan.

Faraz Tahir has been identified as one of six people who died as a result of the stabbing.

Under the Pakistani constitution, the community are declared non-Muslims, and have been subjected to violent attacks, and are not allowed to vote due to their religious beliefs.

“Faraz was not only a valued member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Australia but also actively contributed to the charitable endeavours of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth organisation,” they said.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Faraz’s family and loved ones during this difficult time, as well as with all the other victims and their families affected by this senseless act of violence.

“We extend our deepest condolences and stand in solidarity with the broader community as we come together to support one another in the face of tragedy.

“We commend the swift response of the authorities and offer our full co-operation with the ongoing investigation. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Australia remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting peace, unity, and understanding in our society.”

Including Mr Tahir, three out of six victims have been identified since Saturday’s tragic events, including Dawn Singleton, the 25-year-old daughter of Sydney businessman John Singleton, and Sydney architect Jade Young.

First time mum Ash Good died in hospital on Saturday night, after she called on bystanders to protect her nine-month-old daughter.

The baby girl is currently in a critical but stable condition at an ICU unit at Sydney Children’s Hospital.

Originally published as Security guard killed in Bondi Junction mass stabbing named as refugee Faraz Tahir