Watch: Trapped boy dangles from moving bus in Australia

CCTV footage reveals a 12-year-old boy suspended from the rear doors of a passing bus in Melbourne, Australia. The incident occurred as the vehicle traveled 350 meters along a residential street in Wheelers Hill. His arm and school bag became entangled in the back doors, leaving him hanging during the journey. Though he remained unharmed, his mother compiled the video and posted it online, criticizing Ventura bus company for its oversight.

“This is a very distressing incident, and we will continue to support the passenger and family at this time,” said a Ventura spokesperson, following an internal inquiry that led to the driver’s dismissal.

Bondi Beach attack mourned

Around the same time, a mass shooting at Bondi Beach targeted the Jewish community, resulting in 12 fatalities and 29 injured, including a child. Police confirmed the death toll as 11 victims plus the gunman. The first funerals for the victims took place on Tuesday, described as an “unspeakable loss” in a service at Chabad of Bondi. Matilda’s mother, who was 10 at the time, laid flowers and candles at a tribute site on the beach.

“His death was an unspeakable loss,” the mother said, reflecting on the tragedy during a gathering at the memorial.

Social media restrictions and aftermath

Meanwhile, Australia’s new under-16 social media ban, effective December 10, sparked discussions among young people. The BBC interviewed teenagers in Sydney, Brisbane, and Canberra, exploring how the rule might impact their online lives. At Bondi Beach, the Jewish community shared memories of the attack, while blood donation queues in Sydney stretched for up to seven hours the day after the incident.

Footage captures chaos

Eleven minutes of video capture the transformation of Australia’s famous beach into a site of terror. Aerial shots suggest the shooter fired from a nearby carpark bridge. BBC News Australia correspondent Katy Watson reported on the ongoing police investigation, while fellow correspondent Joe Inwood analyzed verified clips to detail the unfolding tragedy.

Other incidents highlighted

Additional footage shows a skydiver momentarily stuck on the tail of an aircraft before freeing himself. Separately, a wildfire damaged multiple homes near Sydney’s coastal region, underscoring the varied challenges faced by the community. The BBC also spoke with two teenage content creators about potential changes to their routines under the new social media regulation.