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Two men will appear at Bankstown local court today charged with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian whose body was found on the outskirts of Sydney this week.

The pair were arrested at addresses in Kenthurst and Castle Hill yesterday before police said last night that they had been charged.

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Author : Nick Visser

Publish date : 2026-02-25 20:19:00

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