'Irate' mob of 80 men stops Sydney paramedics giving lifesaving treatment

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42. Here's an update.

The real story starting to emerge.

Sydney Morning Herald.
https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/family-s-pain-amplified-by-false-reports-of-drug-overdose-violent-mob-lawyer-20180903-p501go.html

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“The paramedics indicated to Mr Ibrahim’s family that they could not revive him. This news was, understandably, met with distress and an emotional reaction from Mr Ibrahim’s family,” Mr Rahal said.

Mr Ibrahim had a very large extended family living nearby. Many family members and friends came to Mr Ibrahim’s side when they heard of his death, Mr Rahal said.
Hamze Ibrahim has been remember as a hard working and dedicated family man who was loved and respected by family and friends.

Hamze Ibrahim has been remember as a hard working and dedicated family man who was loved and respected by family and friends.
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“The large number of people who did attend were emotional and many had difficulty accepting what had occurred, however, none were violent or threatening towards paramedics or police,” he said.

The sheer number of people, and their tense, emotional state may have prompted the paramedics to call for police assistance.