Naveed Akram, 24, has been charged with 78 offences after allegedly committing a terrorist act. The case has been adjourned until February Follow our Australian politics live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The criminal case against Naveed Akram for his alleged role in the Bondi terror attack faces more delays after an “unprecedented” investigation by the joint counter-terrorism team. The matter will not return to court until 24 February after it was adjourned on Wednesday before Sydney’s Downing Centre local court. Prosecutors expect to be ready to certify the charges against Akram, who is yet to enter a plea, by that date. Continue reading...
Criminal case against alleged Bondi terrorist delayed amid ‘unprecedented’ investigation
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