Fact Check: Did Australian Police Stand Down for 20 Minutes During the Bondi Beach Attack?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: Police “stood down” for 20 minutes during the Bondi Beach terror attack.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: Official timelines show the Bondi Beach attack lasted approximately six minutes. There is no evidence police stood down or delayed their response for 20 minutes.

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Date: 12/24/2025

 

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Last Updated on December 24, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check

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