Melbourne detectives investigate organized crime gang behind violent nightlife attacks

Detectives are investigating a crime spree targeting Melbourne's nightlife, with police puzzled by the recruitment of teenagers with no criminal history. An Iraq-based organized crime gang is suspected of orchestrating firebombings, shootings, and kidnappings. The elite taskforce Operation Eclipse, led by experienced detectives, is working with federal agencies. Over 30 incidents have occurred in three months, with 35 arrests made. The motive remains unclear, but the attacks have been violent and widespread across several nightlife precincts.