A security guard killed during the horrific Bondi Junction Westfield massacre will be farewelled at a heartfelt ceremony in Sydney’s west.
Faraz Tahir was murdered with five others by Queensland man Joel Cauchi during his bloody rampage through the centre on April 13.
Family and friends will gather at the Baitul Huda Mosque in Marsden Park shortly before midday on Friday to honour Mr Tahir.
The service will begin with exclusive time for Mr Tahir’s family, followed by a public viewing and funeral prayer.
The Pakistani national will then be taken to Riverstone Graveyard for burial.
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The killing sparked an outpouring grief among Sydney’s Ahmadiyya community, who described Mr Tahir as a “dedicated security guard”.
“It is with heavy hearts that we also mourn the loss of Faraz Tahir, a cherished member of our community,” an earlier statement said.
“He quickly became an integral part of our community, known for his unwavering dedication and kindness.
“Faraz was not only a valued member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community of Australia.
“He also actively contributed to the charitable endeavours of the Ahmadiyya Muslim youth organisation.”
Mr Tahir arrived in Australian only about a year ago, having emigrated from Sri Lanka via the UN refugee agency.
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It is understood he fled persecution in his native Pakistan where the Ahmadiyya faith is heavily suppressed.
The 30-year-old’s family arrived in Australia on Wednesday, the day he would have turned 31-years-old
“Faraz will be dearly missed by whole family and community,” his brother, Muzafar Tahir, said on Wednesday.
“Today is his 31st birthday and the family have seen his body for first time.
“We would like to thank the Australian public for showing love and compassion to a stranger who became a hero.”
More to come.