Verena Akram
Verena Akram is the mother of Naveed Akram, one of the alleged perpetrators involved in the Bondi Beach shooting that left multiple casualties during a Jewish festival. In the aftermath of the attack, she spoke to the media expressing disbelief that her son could be involved in violent activities, describing him as a good boy who enjoyed simple pleasures like swimming and fishing. Verena mentioned that Naveed had recently lost his job and had a close-knit family life, living with his parents and younger siblings in Sydney.
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Switzerland:
Naveed Akram's mother, Verena, believed that father and son were on vacation while they were planning the attack.
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Switzerland:
Verena Akram is the mother of Naveed Akram and described him as not particularly sociable.
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Hungary:
Verena Akram is shocked by her son's alleged actions and describes him as incapable of such cruelty.
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India:
Verena Akram, Naveed's mother, described her son as quiet and not particularly social.
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Australia:
Verena Akram was at home with her children when she learned about the attack.
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India:
Naveed’s mother, Verena, described the morning before the attack.
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