Former bikie boss arrested in Bali attempting to leave on private jet with fake passport
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Former Sydney bikie boss Angelo Pandeli was arrested in Bali on Saturday, June 6, 2026, while attempting to depart Indonesia on a private jet using a fake Brazilian passport. Indonesian immigration officials found Mr. Pandeli, 55, hiding in the plane's toilet after detecting anomalies during the immigration clearance process. The private jet was reportedly bound for Mozambique. Mr. Pandeli had no record of entry or a valid stay permit for Indonesia. He was deported to Australia on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the request of the Australian Embassy for further legal proceedings. Indonesian authorities stated that Mr. Pandeli is identified as an influential figure within a Transnational Serious Organized Crime network and a prominent member of an outlaw motorcycle gang, citing an Interpol notice. The Australian Federal Police AFP allege he is responsible for large-scale illicit narcotics importations into Australia. Mr. Pandeli has been banned from Indonesia for life. He has not been charged with any offenses in Australia.
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