Drama-filled Rasimi murder trial leaves heads spinning
A runaway witness, punch-ons outside court, Covid hassles and a run-in with a kangaroo were all part of the drama that unfolded during the Mitat Rasimi murder trial.
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Rasimi murder trial exposes Melbourne’s big gangland figures
Some of the major players in Melbourne’s underworld had received a mention in court by the time Comanchero bikies were this month convicted of murdering Mitat Rasimi.
Hidden gun theory in gangland murder case
Police suspect the weapon used by Comancheros to murder underworld figure Mitat Rasimi was concealed in a concrete wall in a Brunswick apartment development.
Melbourne Comanchero bikies linked to six murders
Extraordinary testimony from a key underworld figure has revealed some of the Comancheros’ darkest secrets.
Accused killer teen driver caught back behind the wheel
An unlicensed teen accused of driving a stolen car that hit and killed a motorcyclist in Preston has been caught behind the wheel again with a machete while on bail.
Pesutto urged to stand down after blocking Deeming’s return
John Pesutto has been urged to resign by a delegation of MPs as support for the Liberal leader crumbles in the aftermath of a damaging split vote over the return of ousted MP Moira Deeming.
Bikies murdered underworld heavyweight because they felt disrespected
Shocking details of what motivated three bikies to shoot dead gangland figure Mitat Rasimi in Dandenong have been laid bare following a three-month trial.
Notorious convicted terrorist Benbrika gains more freedom
The Albanese government has agreed to drop dozens of strict conditions on Abdul Nacer Benbrika — who plotted to bomb the MCG and Crown casino — despite a court being told he remains radicalised.
Push to review assisted dying eligibility as denials spark suicides
A coroner has called for an overhaul of the requirements to access Voluntary Assisted Dying in Victoria after an alarming number of people took their own lives when being found ineligible.
Claims defiant Pesutto could face a challenger by Christmas
Defiant John Pesutto has vowed to fight on as Victorian Liberal Leader after a damning court ruling that he defamed Moira Deeming, but some MPs claim a challenger may surface soon, and there are a number of names in the mix.
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