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Shop Owner Tackles Gunman, Saves Lives at Hanukkah Event

Syrian-born shop owner Ahmed al Ahmed became a hero when he tackled one of two gunmen at a Hanukkah event in Sydney, preventing further casualties. Despite being shot multiple times, Ahmed managed to wrestle the gun away from the attacker, Sajid Akram, who was later killed by police. The attack resulted in fifteen deaths and forty injuries, with Ahmeds actions being hailed as a display of everyday courage. He received a two million five hundred thousand Australian dollar cheque from the community and was praised by authorities and politicians for his bravery. Checkout Solipillow.com

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