About this episode

Ross Guenther discusses his unique background in music and policing, including his efforts to capture Tony Mokbel.

Former deputy commissioner and counter-terrorism boss Ross Guenther had a unique life before policing, playing in big bands with music greats Jerry Lewis and Barry White. He was no slouch in his policing career either, heading up the counter-terrorism squad for Victoria Police. In this episode of Naked City, he talks to John Silvester about a foiled terrorism plot, and how his music career helped him hunt down Tony Mokbel after the drug boss’ infamous escape to Greece.  And if you want to read all of Sly’s stories, click here .   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: John Silvester

Guest: Ross Guenther

Topics covered

• policing
• music career
• counter-terrorism
• drug trafficking
• terrorism plot
• Tony Mokbel

Keywords

• Ross Guenther
• Tony Mokbel
• counter-terrorism
• Victoria Police
• music career
• Jerry Lewis
• Barry White

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Victoria Police

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