Sam Abdulrahim

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Gangland Drama: The Rise and Fall of Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim!

Contract killing - Daylight ambush - Jessika Power - Kazem Hamad - Melbourne gangland - Mongols bikie gang - Sam Abdulrahim - Underworld crime - Underworld rivalry - Violence in crime

From boxing rings to ambushes, the life and untimely death of Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim has it all!

In a saga that could rival the most thrilling Hollywood blockbusters, Suleiman "Sam" Abdulrahim's life was anything but mundane. Known as 'The Punisher', Abdulrahim was a professional boxer turned Melbourne underworld figure, navigating a treacherous world rife with danger. After years of evading life-threatening attempts, courtroom brawls, and assaults in prison, he seemingly had a grip on survival. Yet, in a shocking daylight ambush, his intricate web of deceit and double-crossing finally unraveled.

The execution-style killing on the streets of Melbourne has police on high alert, worried about potential revenge attacks. Witnesses recount a scene straight out of a crime drama: four hired guns lying in wait to finalize a hit that had reportedly been discussed for years. Abdulrahim had survived multiple attempts on his life, boasting a $1 million murder contract that put him at the top of the underworld's most-wanted list. However, even the most skilled dodger of bullets couldn’t outmaneuver fate when it came knocking at his door.

Adding a twist to this tragic tale, the mystery woman who was with Abdulrahim during the shooting emerged unscathed, raising questions about her involvement. Speculation swirls over whether she was a key accomplice or merely in the wrong place at the wrong time. This dramatic turn of events coincides with the heartbreak felt by many, including Married At First Sight star Jessika Power, who mourned her ex-boyfriend’s brutal demise publicly, showcasing the web of personal connections that intertwined with Abdulrahim’s notorious life.

Despite a turbulent career that saw him rise through the ranks of the underworld, Abdulrahim's story is a stark reminder of the ruthlessness of organized crime. He wasn't just a figure of interest; he was a walking tale of survival, betrayal, and ambition gone awry. Following his demise, mourners and crime aficionados alike can’t help but wonder: Who will be next in the shadows of Melbourne's gangster legacy?

Interestingly, Abdulrahim's life has left behind not only a trail of intrigue but also a chilling reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in the world of crime. His story mirrors that of many who have risen to power, only to find themselves a target of the very world they helped perpetuate. The audacity of gang warfare continues to captivate audiences, but the conclusion remains the same — for every kingpin, there comes a downfall, and for Abdulrahim, it came amidst the chaos of a world he mastered yet could not escape.

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The chequered history of Melbourne gangland figure Sam Abdulrahim (ABC News)

Underworld figure Suleiman "Sam" Abdulrahim survived multiple attempts on his life, assaults in prison and courtroom brawls during the past decade before ...

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Revenge fears as ambush takes down Melbourne underworld identity (1 News)

Police are on high alert for retaliation attacks after Melbourne gangland figure Sam "The Punisher" Abdulrahim was executed in a daylight ambush.

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Star devastated by assassination of 'Punisher' (NEWS.com.au)

Married At First Sight star Jessika Power has shared her devastation over the brutal killing of her ex-boyfriend.

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Organised hit team of four lay in wait to execute Sam 'The Punisher ... (The Age)

After years on the run and subject to a $1 million murder contract, the underworld's most-hunted man has been killed – shot in the head in an ambush in the ...

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'Wanted him dead': Who was behind hit on The Punisher (Herald Sun)

Kazem Hamad has taken a wrecking ball to Melbourne's underworld and on Tuesday the strong mail was that Sam Abdulrahim was the latest victim of his ...

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How Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim's mystery girlfriend ... (Daily Mail)

A mystery woman who was with her lover Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim when he was executed in a hail of bullets has miraculously escaped without a scratch.

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Melbourne gangland figure Sam Abdulrahim gunned down (RNZ)

Suleiman "Sam" Abdulrahim was a professional boxer and former Mongols bikie, who was a central figure in Australia's underworld.

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Crime boss cousins with a grudge top list of Abdulrahim's enemies (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Dangerously exposed after a lifetime of double-crossing many of the most powerful underworld players, Sam Abdulrahim's time finally ran out.

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Melbourne gangland figure Sam Abdulrahim gunned down (RNZ)

Suleiman "Sam" Abdulrahim was a professional boxer and former Mongols bikie, who was a central figure in Australia's underworld.

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Haunting footage emerges of Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim's ... (Daily Mail)

A slain bikie was taunted by a gangland enemy in a chilling phone call prior to his death. Advertisement. Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim, 32, ...

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Crime boss cousins with a grudge top list of Abdulrahim's enemies (The Age)

Dangerously exposed after a lifetime of double-crossing many of the most powerful underworld players, Sam Abdulrahim's time finally ran out.

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Image courtesy of "Herald Sun"

The Punisher flew into Melbourne on Monday. By Tuesday he was ... (Herald Sun)

Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim had flown back to Melbourne the day before being murdered in a contract killing at Preston.

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Jessika Power Grieves Death Of Ex, Underworld Figure Sam 'The ... (Pedestrian TV)

Former MAFS bride Jessika Power speaks out after her ex, underworld figure Sam 'The Punsiher' Abdulrahim, was gunned down in Melbourne.

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'Team' of killers ambushed Sam Abdulrahim in carpark: report (9News)

A team of killers lay in wait for one of Melbourne's most notorious underworld figures before gunning him down in the carpark of his latest hiding place, ...

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Underworld's most-hunted man Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim shot ... (Herald Sun)

Melbourne's most-hunted gangland figure Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim has been shot dead in a daylight execution in the city's northeast.

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Strange car detail in gangland killing (NEWS.com.au)

A second burnt-out vehicle with a distinctive detail has been located as police search for killer of a former underworld figure and kickboxer in Melbourne's ...

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Sam Abdulrahim appears to verbally spar with Kazem Hamad (WAtoday)

A video uploaded to social media shows the slain underworld figure, also known as the Punisher, speaking with his rival some time before his death in ...

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Police investigating killing of Melbourne gangland figure Sam ... (ABC News)

A second burnt-out car is found by police in Melbourne's north, a day after the fatal shooting of Melbourne gangland figure Sam Abdulrahim.

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Underworld hunt for 'traitor' who sold out Sam Abdulrahim (The Age)

There was only a small window of opportunity to target Abdulrahim, who was due to fly out of Australia on Thursday and kept news of his whereabouts confined ...

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Sam Abdulrahim verbally spars with Kazem Hamad (WAtoday)

A video uploaded to social media shows the slain underworld figure, also known as the Punisher, speaking with his rival some time before his death in ...

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Monster v The Punisher: The prison slap heard around the underworld (The Age)

Sam Abdulrahim's larger-than-life reputation for ferocity was put to the test when he was confronted in prison by the man known as “Monster”.

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The international barriers Victoria police may face in the hunt for ... (ABC News)

Sam Abdulrahim standing in a gym with boxing gloves on. Victorian underworld figure Sam Abdulrahim was shot dead on Tuesday in Melbourne's northern suburbs. ( ...

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Slain underworld figure Sam Abdulrahim's funeral expected to draw ... (9News)

Sam "The Punisher" Abdulrahim was shot dead in a hotel carpark in Melbourne on Tuesday morning.

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Monster v The Punisher: The prison slap heard around the underworld (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Only a day after Abdulrahim was gunned down in a Preston parking lot, Melbourne's underworld is not expecting an explosion of revenge attacks for this death. In ...

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Heavy police presence for Punisher's funeral (NEWS.com.au)

A heavy police presence is expected outside the funeral of slain Melbourne gangland figure Suleiman “Sam” Abdulrahim on Thursday.

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Weeping mourners farewell 'The Punisher' in golden casket after ... (The Age)

The golden casket was carried inside the Alawi Islamic Association of Victoria Centre during the funeral of underworld figure Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim.

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Heavy police presence at funeral for Sam 'The Punisher' Abdulrahim (Sky News Australia)

A major police presence is on the ground at the funeral of slain underworld figure Sam Abdulrahim at a Melbourne Mosque on Thursday, where hundreds have ...

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Melbourne funeral for slain 'Punisher' as hitmen still at large (1 News)

Sam Abdulrahim, 32, previously survived at least half a dozen attempts on his life, but on Monday he was slain in broad daylight in a Preston hotel car park ...

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