Sydney Grandpa Kidnapped; Police Now Investigating Hot SUV Arson Scene
KEY POINTS
- â˘Chris Baghsarian, 85, was kidnapped from his Sydney home by three men over a week ago.
- â˘Police are now investigating suspicious car fires that might be linked to the kidnapping case.
- â˘The Home Affairs Minister commented on political tensions involving the One Nation leader and Muslim community frustrations.
In what sounds like a low-budget action movie shooting in Sydney, 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian had the misfortune of being dragged into an SUV by three men over a week ago. Meanwhile, cops are chasing not the kidnappers but suspicious car fires, hoping one of these fiery chariots might lead to Chris. To add irony seasoning, Australiaâs Home Affairs Minister speculates One Nation leader's frustration with Muslims didnât 'give her what she wanted,' because nothing screams political clarity like blaming community dynamics amid a kidnapping-arson mystery. Stay tuned as this Sydney crime saga unfolds like a stolen SUV saga with a pyromaniac cameo.
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Source: Theguardian | Published: 2/22/2026 | Author: Luca Ittimani (now), Natasha May (earlier)