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Police Investigate Mistaken Kidnapping of 85-Year-Old in North Ryde

2/16/2026

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CCTV footage shows the abduction of Chris Baghsarian, an 85-year-old North Ryde resident, from his home on February 16, 2026.
The kidnapping has entered day four.
Police believe Baghsarian was targeted by mistake due to a connection to Alameddine organized crime network.
Investigators found forced-entry signs at his home.
Two men, one in a high-visibility shirt and one in a dark hoodie, abducted Baghsarian as a getaway driver waited nearby.

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CCTV footage shows the abduction of Chris Baghsarian, an 85-year-old North Ryde resident, from his home on February 16, 2026.
The kidnapping has entered day four.
Police believe Baghsarian was targeted by mistake due to a connection to Alameddine organized crime network.
Investigators found forced-entry signs at his home.
Two men, one in a high-visibility shirt and one in a dark hoodie, abducted Baghsarian as a getaway driver waited nearby.