As he continues to recover in hospital, video footage has emerged of Ahmed al Ahmed being presented with a $2.5million cheque for his heroic actions.
“You’re an absolute hero,” a man named Isaac tells Ahmed on the video posted to Instagram.
“I came here with news from around the world – 43,000 people they raised you $2.5 million.”
A surprised Ahmed responds: “And I deserve it?”
“Every penny,” Isaac tells him.
Ahmed said his actions last Sunday came “from the heart… to save lives”.
He recalled how happy everyone was in the moments before the attack.
“It was a nice day, everyone enjoying, celebrating with the kids… We’re not going to stand and keep watching. Enough is enough. God protect Australia.”
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