‘Absolute Hero’: Man Shot Saving Lives Sees Fundraiser Explode

Almost $500,000 has been raised for Ahmed al-Ahmed, a brave fruit shop owner who helped disarm one of the alleged sh00ters during Sunday’s Bondi attack, an act that is believed to have saved many lives.

Ahmed, 43, from the Sutherland Shire, was shot twice in the hand and arm after stopping one of the gunmen. His cousin Mustafa described him as an “absolute hero.” Ahmed, a father of two, is still in pain and waiting for surgery.

The community has come together to support him. A GoFundMe fundraiser set up by Car Hub Australia quickly raised about $500,000, with donations coming in from as little as $30 to as much as $99,999 from American billionaire Bill Ackman. Car Hub Australia also donated $50,000 to show their support.

The statement from the fundraiser said Ahmed acted selflessly and without thinking about his own safety. In a moment of “chaos and risk,” he stepped forward to protect others, and was shot twice in the process. His courage has inspired the entire community.