‘Frightened’ paramedics commended for ‘phenomenal’ response during Westfield Bondi Junction rampage

During an inquest into the April 2024 Westfield Bondi Junction attack, where six people were killed and ten injured by Joel Cauchi, Inspector Brett Simpson, the first paramedic on scene, emotionally recounted his experience. He faced the difficult decision to enter the scene despite fears of a second offender, ultimately prioritizing the critically ill patients inside. Simpson praised his team for their bravery and received gratitude from the family of victim Faraz Tahir for his actions on that tragic day.