Australian grandfather murder suspects charged
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- Two men in their 20s have been charged with the kidnap and murder of 85-year-old Sydney grandfather Chris Baghsarian, who was taken from his North Ryde home on 13 February.
- Police believe the kidnapping was a case of mistaken identity, with the actual target possibly linked to organised crime.
- The suspects, aged 24 and 29, were arrested after forensic tests confirmed Baghsarian's body was found near a golf course on Sydney's outskirts.
- They face charges of murder and detaining a person with intent to ransom and cause bodily harm, and were refused bail ahead of their court appearance.
- Authorities expect more arrests as investigations continue, following evidence including burnt-out cars and a raid
