On Friday morning, Chris Baghsarian was forcibly taken from his home in North Ryde by at least two masked individuals. One of these intruders also drove the getaway vehicle, which was later discovered torched in a nearby area.

“The kidnapping of Chris seems unbelievable to us, leaving us bewildered as we try to grasp why he was taken and how our family got entangled in something unrelated to us,” the family expressed.

“Chris is a dedicated father, brother, uncle, and grandfather. He is cherished by all, known for his gentle nature and kindness—truly someone who wouldn’t harm a soul.”

Authorities have stated that no ransom has been demanded, and there is no evidence linking the family to any criminal activities.

The family has requested privacy during this challenging period.

“As we await resolution, we kindly ask the media to respect our privacy and refrain from publishing images of our extended family,” they appealed.

“This is an extraordinarily distressing time, and we need space to support one another and focus on navigating what comes next.”

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