King Charles 'horrified' over Bondi killings as he praises public's 'bravery'

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King Charles has expressed his 'shock' and 'horror' in the wake of the tragic Sydney shopping centre attack. In a message shared by Buckingham Palace, The King, alongside Queen Camilla, wrote: “My wife and I were utterly shocked and horrified to hear of the tragic stabbing incident in Bondi. "Our hearts go out to the families and loved ones of those who have been so brutally killed during such a senseless attack. "While details of these shocking circumstances are still emerging, our thoughts are also with those who were involved in the response, and we give thanks for the bravery of the first responders and emergency services.

Charles R." The Prince and Princess of Wales also expressed their deep sorrow following the appalling incident at Westfield shopping centre in Bondi Junction.The Royal couple took to their official social media channels on Saturday afternoon to respond to the shocking events that unfolded, where a knife-wielding assailant caused the death of six individuals and left several others, including an infant, severely wounded.The attacker was fatally shot by a police officer after being pursued into the mall and failing to comply with orders to drop his weapon.

In the aftermath, New South Wales Police established a critical incident, resulting in the closure of the shopping centre. The news has generated an outpouring of sympathy, with William and Kate extending their condolences through a poignant statement.They acknowledged the gravity of the situation and honoured the bravery of the first responders in their note.

Sharing their thoughts via the Kensington Royal handle, the pair wrote: "We are shocked and saddened by the terrible events in Sydney earlier today.