Detectives are continuing to appeal for information as they piece together the final moments of a Rebels bikie boss’s life.
Ricky Ciano, the former president of the Sydney chapter of the Rebels bikie group, was found dead in his $130,000 car in NSW’s Central Tablelands on Valentine’s Day.
The 35-year-old, from Queensland, was visiting Sydney at the time and had been reported missing by his family the day before when they were unable to reach him.
Police located his body in a white 2015-model BMW M3 sedan on Duckmaloi Road, Duckmaloi, around 15km from Oberon, just before 8pm on February 14.
Ricky Ciano (above, with his wife), the former president of the Sydney chapter of the Rebels bikie group, was found dead in his $130,000 car in NSW’s Central Tablelands on February 14
About 10am on Tuesday, Strike Force Kiaka detectives executed a search warrant at the property on Harris Road in Oberon
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding Mr Ciano’s death are being led by the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad under Strike Force Kiaka.
Following an appeal to the community for information in July, detectives identified a vacant property at Oberon, which they believe Mr Ciano may have visited the weekend he died.
About 10am on Tuesday, Strike Force Kiaka detectives executed a search warrant at the property on Harris Road.
Investigators were assisted by the Public Order and Riot Squad, Marine Area Command divers, the Rescue and Bomb Disposal Unit, the Drug and Firearms Squad’s Chemical Operations, Forensic Evidence and Technical Services Command, and local police.
Investigators identified the premises had previously been used for cannabis cultivation and the manufacture of methylamphetamine
During the search, investigators identified the premises had previously been used for cannabis cultivation and the manufacture of methylamphetamine.
A number of items relevant to the investigation were seized.
In addition, specialist forensic officers conducted an extensive examination of the property.
The Homicide Squad’s Detective Chief Inspector Jason Dickinson said while strike force investigators are awaiting forensic results, they are making a further appeal to the community for assistance.
Specialist forensic officers conducted an extensive examination of the property on Tuesday
Detective Chief Inspector Jason Dickinson said while strike force investigators are awaiting forensic results, they are making a further appeal to the community for assistance
‘We have received considerable support from the community, which has helped us trace the movements of Mr Ciano’s vehicle and a Hiace van, which had been travelling with it,’ Det Ch Insp Dickinson said.
‘That information assisted us to locate this property, and based on what we found there, we are confident there are people who know more about Mr Ciano’s death.
‘We welcome information from the community, particularly if they noticed something suspicious in the area at the time, or if they saw or spoke to Mr Ciano in the days leading up to his death.
After 12 years with the Rebels, Mr Ciano turned in his colours and removed his gang tattoos
Mr Ciano’s death came shortly after he found out his wife was pregnant with their second child
‘Our inquiries are very much ongoing, and we are determined to provide answers to Mr Ciano’s family, so we urge those who have knowledge of what happened at Oberon to contact police,’ Det Ch Insp Dickinson said.
Mr Ciano’s death came shortly after he found out his wife Rachel was pregnant with their second child.
After 12 years with the Rebels, Mr Ciano turned in his colours and removed his gang tattoos in 2015.
After an attempt on his life shortly after, he and his family moved to the Gold Coast, where he bought a beachfront apartment for $915,000.