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Tahir, a 30-year-old refugee from Pakistan, was a security guard working his first day shift when a man named Joel Cauchi began a mass stabbing rampage at the Bondi Junction shopping center on April 13. Tahir, who had fled persecution in his home country, was the only male victim to die in the attack. His family described him as a kind and protective man who had come to Australia seeking a better life. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns were invited to his funeral, a testament to his national impact.

Faraz Tahir, a Pakistani refugee, was on his first day shift as a security guard at the Bondi Junction Westfield shopping center when Joel Cauchi launched his stabbing attack, killing five women and one man. Tahir and another security guard, Muhammad Taha, ran towards Cauchi when the killer turned his attention towards the pair. Taha was stabbed in the stomach but survived, while Tahir was fatally wounded. Tahir’s family spoke lovingly about his bravery and selflessness, saying he was motivated by his faith and upbringing as an Ahmadiyya Muslim. A funeral service will be held on Friday, and the family invites all Australians to attend. The family has also collaborated with the Red Cross to organize a blood drive in Tahir’s honor.