How boxer Hussein Dehaini became Melbourne's latest underworld casualty

Hussein Dehaini, a 33-year-old boxer described as charismatic and a natural athlete, became the latest victim of Melbourne's underworld conflict when he was gunned down on a street on June 21. Dehaini had a dual life, excelling in the boxing ring while also cementing ties to organized crime and bikie gangs.

Dehaini's boxing career saw him rise through the ranks, even fighting under the alias "Skinny" and briefly moving to Sydney. However, his connections extended beyond the sport. He trained at the Fighters XPress gym, where he became close with manager and trainer Salim Aschna. Aschna, who now lives abroad, has ties to prominent figures in the Australian underworld, including Tarek Zahed, who was photographed with Aschna on a private jet.

Investigators are facing a complex case due to Dehaini's extensive underworld connections. Associates noted that by the time of his death, Dehaini no longer resembled the "chirpy" and "charismatic" young fighter they once knew. He was also facing court proceedings for a string of alleged offenses at the time of his murder.

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Huss was also training regularly at Xpress and was very close with Salim.