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Australian police find human remains in search for grandfather kidnapped by mistake

Australian police find human remains in search for grandfather kidnapped by mistake

Summary

Australian police discovered human remains while searching for Chris Baghsarian, an 85-year-old grandfather in Sydney, believed to have been kidnapped by mistake. Investigators think the kidnappers meant to abduct someone connected to crime groups. They found these remains near a golf course after finding a burnt-out car linked to the kidnappers.

Key Facts

  • Chris Baghsarian, 85, was kidnapped from his home in North Ryde, Sydney, on February 13.
  • Police believe it was a case of mistaken identity involving a crime group.
  • Human remains were found near a golf course in the search for Baghsarian.
  • A burnt-out car and blood-stained carpet connected to the kidnappers were also found.
  • The video circulating in Sydney's underworld showed that Baghsarian was seriously injured after the kidnapping.
  • Baghsarian has health issues and requires daily medication.
  • Police and officials have made several public appeals for his safe return.
  • Cases of mistaken identity in crimes have been increasing in Sydney.

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