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A special forces soldier arrested after the cold-blooded execution of a notorious bikie leader describes himself an outdoor loving humanitarian and adrenaline junkie with a passion for animals.
The suspected hitman is still being questioned by police following Monday s dramatic arrest over the brazen murder of Rebels boss Nick Martin three months ago.
Dozens of police officers shut down a quiet suburban street in Waikiki, in Perth s south, and stormed the man s red-brick home before arresting him.
Police are still grilling the man over the high-profile execution and are expected to lay charges on Tuesday.
The arrest comes three months after Mr Martin, 51, was shot in the back at a drag racing event, where he died at the scene in front of his wife and step-daughter.
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Former bikies speak out about benefits of Queensland Government s gang exit program, but expert says they are a minority
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Men who want to find a way out of outlaw bikie gangs are signing up to a Queensland Government-funded program to help them cut ties with the criminal subculture.
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Dan Kilian says the warring between clubs meant he was always watching his back
Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll says police hope the program will reduce crime