The police have applied to revoke Alibadi’s bail after he was released in mid-February for allegedly organizing arson attacks on businesses owned by rivals in the Haddara crime family. Alibadi was picked up from the Melbourne Assessment Prison in a Rolls-Royce suspected to have been sent by his alleged boss, Hamad, as a reward, and was re-arrested in April for committing other crimes. Lindsay alleged that Alibadi had a lavish lifestyle and was a key “agent” for the Hamad crime syndicate, which was uncovered through a listening device planted in his car and messages from encrypted apps found on his phone.
The recordings and messages allegedly showed Alibadi in constant communication with Hamad, Maytham Hamad, and other associates, including creating an encrypted chat known as “The Crime Family Group.” It was also alleged that Alibadi was deeply involved in orchestrating arson attacks, keeping a stable of stolen cars for underlings to use in firebombings and burglaries, and covering up a home invasion where an associate had been killed. Police had grave concerns about Alibadi being given bail again, as they believed he acted recklessly, disregarding the safety of the community, and encouraged others to do the same, including interfering with witnesses and fleeing from police at high speeds.
Alibadi’s barrister, Dermot Dann, KC, is fighting the bail revocation, arguing that his client should be sent to a residential treatment facility instead. A criminal investigation was also being conducted into the private company Australian Forensic Treatment Rehabilitation Pty Ltd (AFTR) that provides bail monitoring and rehabilitation services, as evidence gathered during the investigation into Alibadi’s alleged bail violations raised questions about the company’s practices. The court was told that Alibadi had access to enormous financial resources and was actively involved in criminal activities, prompting police to seek a revocation of his bail.
Alibadi’s role in the Hamad crime syndicate was further highlighted during the hearing, with evidence suggesting he played a key role in organizing criminal activities, including arson attacks and home invasions. Lindsay alleged that Alibadi encouraged associates to interfere with witnesses and flee from police at high speeds, indicating a reckless disregard for public safety. The court was also informed about Alibadi’s luxurious lifestyle and his close ties to Hamad and other key members of the syndicate, leading to concerns about his potential impact on the community if released on bail again.
The police had gathered substantial evidence against Alibadi, including recordings and messages that showed his involvement in criminal activities and his close relationship with Hamad and other members of the syndicate. The court was told that Alibadi had access to significant financial resources and was deeply involved in orchestrating arson attacks and covering up crimes, raising concerns about his potential impact on public safety if released on bail. While Alibadi’s barrister argued for his client to be sent to a residential treatment facility, the police were seeking a revocation of his bail due to their grave concerns about his reckless behavior and disregard for community safety.
The hearing continued as Alibadi’s barrister and the police presented their arguments regarding the bail revocation. The court was informed about Alibadi’s alleged role in the Hamad crime syndicate, his involvement in criminal activities, and his lavish lifestyle, raising questions about his potential impact on the community if released on bail. The police expressed their concerns about Alibadi’s behavior and his encouragement of others to engage in criminal activities, leading them to seek a revocation of his bail. Meanwhile, Alibadi’s barrister argued for his client to be sent to a residential treatment facility instead, highlighting the need for rehabilitation and support.
