Melbourne model Sharky Jama has reportedly been shot dead in Syria . The 26-year-old was killed by a sniper while on his way to visit family and friends at the Syrian border town of Jarablus last week. Sharky 's father confirmed his son 's death while relatives posted tributes . Family were told on Monday by friends via a text message and phone call .
Melbourne model Sharky Jama has reportedly been shot dead in Syria . He fled to the Middle East last year to fight with Islamic State with a friend . Sharky 's father confirmed his son 's death while relatives posted tributes . Family were told on Monday by friends via a text message and phone call .