‘Drone Execution’: Australia’s Gangland Wars Take a Chilling Turn as Albanian Mafia Posts Aerial Footage of Sydney Murder Online
- Australian police declare a new era in organised crime as assassins use a drone to film and post a gangland murder online
- Jack Cheung, 35, was gunned down outside his Sydney home, with the brazen footage uploaded to social media by the killers
- The use of drones in gangland hits raises concerns about the increasing sophistication of organised crime in Australia
- Police warn that posting such footage online can encourage copycat violence, but also provides valuable evidence for investigations
The brutal murder of Jack Cheung, 35, outside his Carlingford home in northwest Sydney has sent shockwaves through the community, but it’s the way his killers chose to taunt police that has left authorities reeling.
In a chilling new trend, the assassins used a drone to film the execution-style killing, before posting the aerial footage online along with a boastful message claiming responsibility.
According to police, Cheung was found dead in his driveway on North Rocks Rd at around 5:30 am on Wednesday, with his body only discovered when plumbers arrived to work on the home 90 minutes later.
But it was hours later, when NSW detectives made a public appeal for CCTV and dashcam footage to help their investigation, that the killers themselves heeded the call – posting the drone vision of the gunman approaching and shooting Cheung outside his home.
The footage, uploaded to a social media platform overnight, was accompanied by a short message that read: “Hello, this is the Albanian mafia; we have footage of Mr.
Cheung’s execution by gangs today in Carlingford.” The brazen move has left police stunned, with Assistant Police Commissioner Scott Cook describing it as a “new era in organised crime.”
NSW’s top cop, Mal Lanyon, has also expressed concerns about the trend of gangs uploading vision of gangland hits to public platforms. “Posting it online can encourage other people to take that sort of activity,” he said.
However, Lanyon also noted that the footage can assist police with their investigations, potentially providing valuable evidence.
The use of drones in gangland hits is a worrying development, according to security analysts. “This is a game-changer for organised crime in Australia,” said one expert.
“The use of drones allows gangs to film and broadcast their crimes, taunting police and intimidating witnesses.”
But what does this mean for Australia? The increasing sophistication of organised crime in the country is a major concern, with police struggling to keep up with the latest tactics.
The fact that gangs are now using drones to film and post their crimes online raises questions about the effectiveness of current law enforcement strategies.
Analysis: What This Means for Australia
The use of drones in gangland hits is a wake-up call for Australian authorities. It highlights the need for a more coordinated approach to tackling organised crime, one that takes into account the latest tactics and technologies.
As one law enforcement insider noted, “We need to be more proactive in anticipating the moves of these gangs, rather than just reacting to their latest atrocities.”
For the people of Sydney, the brutal murder of Jack Cheung is a stark reminder of the dangers of gangland violence. As neighbours Isabella and Jeanette said, “We saw Jack all the time – he was very polite – he wasn’t rude in any way.
All he did was work on his car.” The fact that Cheung was known to police and had been in court last month after being found with an unlicensed gun has raised questions about the effectiveness of current laws and policing strategies.
As police continue to investigate the murder, one thing is clear: the use of drones in gangland hits is a chilling new trend that demands a swift and effective response from authorities.
The question is, are they ready for the challenge?
