Sam Abdulrahim Shot Dead in Preston

Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim, a high-profile gangland figure and former Mongols bikie, was shot dead in Preston, Melbourne on Tuesday morning. Victoria Police had previously warned Abdulrahim about threats to his life, but he nonetheless became a victim of a targeted shooting in a car park on High Street. Detectives from the Homicide Squad are investigating the incident, which left Abdulrahim dead at the scene. He had survived multiple attempts on his life in the past, including a shooting last year and a firebombing attack linked to illegal tobacco wars. Multiple sources have confirmed Abdulrahim's identity, although police have yet to officially declare it. The area has been cordoned off and police are urging anyone with information or footage to contact Crime Stoppers.