[HIGHLIGHTS] Riots after terrorist attack on Bishop in Sydney

A 16-year-old stabbed the bishop of the Assyrian community in Sydney. Angry mob marched in front of the church in the western suburb of Wakeley.

The situation escalated, dozens of rioters quickly turned into hundreds who fought street battles with the police. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese appeals to his compatriots not to resort to vigilantism.. The bishop and priest underwent surgery after the attack and are “lucky to be alive,” said Police Chief Karen Webb. The boy obviously acted alone, was already known to the police, but was not suspected of terrorism. According to the ABC broadcaster, he had already committed several crimes and was experienced in using knives. “SUDDENLY THEY FOUND THEMSELVES in the line of fire”, said Webb of the police officers who were targeted by the rioters.. In Australia, where the police enjoy great respect and are known for their strict enforcement, such scenes are rare. The emergency services had to treat a total of 30 patients, many of whom had received pepper spray and seven injured people were taken to hospital.