Greek Sydney real estate agent charged in bikie-linked drug probe

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A Greek real estate agent in Sydney’s Inner West has been arrested in connection with a Comanchero-linked criminal syndicate.

Police allege the group was involved in drug trafficking and kidnapping conspiracies uncovered during investigations into a 2023 Marrickville barbershop shooting.

The 31-year-old was charged with drug supply and participating in a criminal group. Although not tied to the Marrickville shooting, he faces allegations of organising a drug premises.

Known for boasting about his 300 km/h Nissan Skyline R35 GTR, the real estate agent has been refused bail.

The raids seized $550,000 in luxury goods, vehicles worth $500,000, and illicit drugs. Several alleged syndicate members were also arrested as police continue their investigation into the group’s activities.

Source: The Daily Telegraph

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