Gunman Opens Fire During Memorial for Slain Gang Leader in Sydney
Shocking moment gunman opens fire at a private service for a slain underworld figure Lorenzo Lemalu in broad daylight
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A gunman fired approximately 30 shots at a memorial service for Lorenzo Lemalu, a slain leader of the Coconut Cartel, in Punchbowl, Sydney. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The incident is linked to ongoing gang violence in the region, prompting police investigations and heightened security.
- 01The shooting occurred at Diamond Venues Punchbowl during a private memorial for Lorenzo Lemalu, a 24-year-old leader of the Coconut Cartel.
- 02Footage captured by an accomplice showed the gunman firing an AK-47, with police later discovering a burnt SUV linked to the incident.
- 03Lemalu was recently executed in Vietnam, and his funeral was moved to Lakemba Mosque due to safety concerns following the shooting.
- 04The Coconut Cartel is involved in a violent feud with the Alameddines gang, leading to increased tensions and violence in Sydney's drug scene.
- 05Two Samoan nationals have been charged in connection with Lemalu's death in Vietnam, allegedly acting under the direction of someone abroad.
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In a shocking incident in Punchbowl, Sydney, a gunman opened fire during a memorial service for Lorenzo Lemalu, a 24-year-old leader of the Coconut Cartel, using an AK-47 to fire around 30 shots at the venue. The shooting occurred on Saturday afternoon at Diamond Venues, where family members were gathered to mourn. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the event has raised serious safety concerns among the local community. Following the shooting, police discovered an abandoned SUV engulfed in flames nearby, which they believe is connected to the attack. The incident is part of an ongoing violent feud between the Coconut Cartel and the Alameddines gang over control of Sydney's drug trade. Lemalu's funeral has since been relocated to Lakemba Mosque, and police are expected to maintain a heavy presence at the event. This follows Lemalu's recent execution in Vietnam, which has intensified tensions in the area, highlighting the ongoing gang violence and its impact on the community.
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The shooting has heightened safety concerns within the community and prompted police investigations.
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