Man charged with murder of Chris Baghsarian in Sydney likely ‘no mastermind’, lawyer says

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Caitlin CassidyFebruary 26, 2026 at 01:58 AM

Man charged with murder of Chris Baghsarian in Sydney likely ‘no mastermind’, lawyer says

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Daniel Stevens, 24, and Gerard Andrews, 29, have been charged with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian in Sydney. The two men appeared in Blacktown local court on Thursday and were remanded in custody until their next court appearance on April 17th. Police believe the kidnapping was a case of mistaken identity, part of a larger "joint criminal enterprise" seeking a $50 million ransom. Andrews' lawyer stated his client was likely "no mastermind" behind the crime. The investigation is ongoing, with police searching for other individuals involved in the alleged kidnapping and murder.

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