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'The Punisher' returns after gangland shooting
Less than three months after he was nearly killed in a public shooting, Sam Abdulrahim is getting ready to return to the ring after an amazing recovery.
Adbulrahim — who fights under the name ‘The Punisher’ — was shot eight times as he travelled from his cousin’s funeral at Fawkner cemetery on June 25.
His attackers crashed into a fire hydrant and pole on Box Forest Rd during their getaway before hijacking another vehicle and finishing their escape.
Abdulrahim was taken to hospital in critical condition after managing to drive himself to Fawkner police station.
The former Mongol bikie underwent emergency surgery after suffering damage to his liver, kidney and lungs but has since made a remarkable recovery.
The 36-year-old posted on his Instagram account a photograph taken in the gym. A message underneath read:
“I’m back and ready. Fight news to be announced soon. Stay tuned.”
Abdulrahim’s announcement came after significant developments in the investigation into the alleged bungled contract killing.
Seven people have been arrested, with 18-year-old Yasir Al Qassim of Epping charged with attempted murder in connection with the cemetery ambush.
Inspector Mark Hatt of the armed crime squad revealed another two suspects had flown out of Melbourne within 48 hours of the shooting.
They headed to Dubai on false passports, but Insp. Hatt said police knew who they were and had vowed to bring them home.
Words: staff writersProducer: Andrew Piva																																								

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