Two men charged over alleged murder and kidnap of grandfather
Key Points:
- Two men, Gerard Andrews (29) and Daniel Stevens (24), have been charged with the alleged kidnap and murder of 85-year-old Sydney grandfather Chris Baghsarian, who was mistakenly targeted in a pre-dawn raid on 13 February.
- Baghsarian was forcibly taken from his North Ryde home, but police believe the attack was intended for another family linked to organised crime; Baghsarian and his family have no such connections.
- Human remains found near a golf course on the city outskirts have been confirmed through forensic testing to be those of Baghsarian.
- Both suspects, previously known for minor offenses, were refused bail, and police indicated more arrests are likely as others may have been involved.
- Investigations included