Chris Baghsarian kidnapping and murder case arrests
Eleven men have been charged in connection with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian, with four additional men charged on July 10, 2026, including a 32-year-old alleged to have coordinated the crime. As of July 10, 2026, police continue to investigate offshore offenders believed to be behind the mistaken identity attack. The victim's body was discovered 11 days after he was taken from his North Ryde home, and police allege one individual was contracted to kidnap a relative of an underworld figure but mistakenly abducted Baghsarian. Among those charged is Delkin Jake Donnelly, 23, who police allege played a significant role in facilitating and recruiting others for the kidnapping and disposal of the body. A search warrant on July 2, 2026, uncovered a rifle, $66,300 in cash, and various drugs.
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July 2026 — 3 developments
Chris Baghsarian Case: Eleven Charged in Kidnapping and Murder Investigation
Four additional men have been charged, bringing the total to eleven in connection with the kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. A 32-year-old man, arrested on July 8, 2026, is alleged to have coordinated the crime. The investigation continues for offshore offenders believed to be behind the mistaken identity attack.
Chris Baghsarian Case: Seventh Arrest Made in Kidnapping and Murder Investigation
A 23-year-old man was arrested on July 2, 2026, and charged with offenses related to the kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. Police allege a Canley Vale property was used to store a vehicle involved in the relocation of the victim's body. This marks the seventh person charged in connection with the case.
Seventh person charged in Chris Baghsarian kidnapping and murder case
NSW Police announced that a 23-year-old man was charged with drug and proceeds of crime offences during a search warrant in Sydney's southwest. This marks the seventh person charged in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. The search also uncovered a rifle, $66,300 in cash, and various drugs.
June 2026 — 2 developments
Two More Arrested in Chris Baghsarian Kidnapping and Murder Case
Two additional men, aged 19 and 20, were arrested and charged with murder and kidnapping with intent to ransom on June 16, 2026. This brings the total number of individuals charged in connection with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian to six. Police believe the incident was a case of mistaken identity, and Mr. Baghsarian's body was discovered 11 days after he was taken from his North Ryde home.
Police release CCTV of man sought in Chris Baghsarian kidnapping and murder case
Police have released CCTV images of a man sought in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian. The man was seen in a hardware store in Leppington on February 11, 2026. Four individuals have already been charged in connection with the case.
April 2026 — 2 developments
Man, 19, charged with murder and kidnapping in Chris Baghsarian case
A 19-year-old man was arrested on April 21, 2026, and charged with murder and kidnapping with intent to ransom, occasioning actual bodily harm, in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. He has been refused bail and is the fourth person charged in the case.
Deklin Donnelly charged with murder and aggravated kidnapping after mistaken abduction
Deklin Donnelly, 22, has been charged with murder and special aggravated kidnapping in connection with the death of Chris Baghsarian. Police allege Donnelly was contracted to kidnap a relative of an underworld figure but mistakenly abducted Baghsarian. Donnelly has been refused bail, and investigations are ongoing, with police believing up to nine people may have been involved.
March 2026 — 5 developments
Delkin Jake Donnelly charged with murder and kidnapping in Chris Baghsarian's death
Delkin Jake Donnelly, 23, has been charged with murder and kidnapping with intent to ransom, occasioning actual bodily harm, in relation to the death of Chris Baghsarian. Police allege Donnelly played a significant role in facilitating and recruiting others for Baghsarian's kidnapping and detention, and arranging for the disposal of his body. This brings the total arrests to four, with police believing up to nine people may have been involved.
Delkin Jake Donnelly arrested for alleged kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian
Two individuals, a man and a woman aged 23, were arrested in Seven Hills, Sydney, on March 25, 2026, in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. The man, Delkin Jake Donnelly, faces charges including murder and kidnapping with intent to ransom. Police seized firearms, ammunition, prohibited drugs, and electronic devices during the arrest.
Deklan Jake Donnelly charged with murder and kidnapping of Chris Baghsarian
Deklan Jake Donnelly was arrested and charged with murder and taking or detaining with intent to ransom in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. Donnelly is alleged to have been a principal offender in facilitating the kidnapping, detention, and disposal of Mr. Baghsarian. He was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on March 26, 2026.
NSW Police arrest two more in Chris Baghsarian murder, mistaken identity revealed
NSW Police announced the arrest of a 23-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. These arrests follow earlier charges laid against two other men in February 2026. Investigations revealed that Mr. Baghsarian was not the intended target and was taken due to a case of mistaken identity.
NSW Police seek public help to identify additional suspects in Chris Baghsarian murder
NSW Police are appealing for public assistance to identify three additional men and the driver of a blue Hyundai sedan in connection with the kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. Police have released CCTV footage as part of their investigation, suspecting more offenders are involved beyond the two already charged. Baghsarian was abducted on February 13, 2026, and his remains were found on February 24, 2026.
February 2026 — 9 developments
Gerard Andrews and Daniel Stevens charged with kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian
Two men, Gerard Andrews and Daniel Stevens, have been charged with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian. They appeared in court on February 27, 2026, and were refused bail, with their next court date set for April 17. Police believe Baghsarian was murdered within 48 hours of his abduction on February 13, 2026, and his body was likely dumped within 40 hours, possibly due to mistaken identity.
Daniel Stevens and Gerard Andrews charged with kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian
Two men, Daniel Stevens (24) and Gerard Andrews (29), have been charged with the kidnapping and murder of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian. They appeared in court and did not apply for bail, with their cases adjourned. Andrews' lawyer stated his client was not the mastermind behind the crime. Police continue to believe the kidnapping was a case of mistaken identity.
Two men charged with murder and kidnapping of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian
Two men, aged 29 and 24, have been charged with the murder and kidnapping of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian. The arrests followed the discovery of Baghsarian's remains near a golf club in Pitt Town. The men were refused bail and are scheduled to appear in court.
Two men arrested, charged with murder and kidnapping in Kenthurst and Castle Hill
Two men, aged 29 and 24, were arrested in Kenthurst and Castle Hill, respectively. They were subsequently charged with murder and kidnapping with intent to ransom.
Chris Baghsarian's remains found near Pitt Town golf club
Human remains, later confirmed to be those of Chris Baghsarian, were found near a golf club in Pitt Town. Police stated that forensic testing confirmed the remains belonged to Baghsarian, though the cause of death was pending an autopsy.
Police raid Dural property believed to be kidnappers' 'makeshift stronghold'
Police raided a derelict property in Dural, which they believed had been used as a 'makeshift stronghold' by the kidnappers.
Forensic evidence linked to Chris Baghsarian found in burned-out car and Dural property
Forensic evidence linked to Chris Baghsarian was found in a burned-out Toyota Corolla in Westmead. This car also contained evidence linked to a derelict property in Dural, believed to be where Baghsarian was held.
Police believe Chris Baghsarian's body dumped off Pitt Town Bottoms Road after kidnapping
Police believe Chris Baghsarian's body was likely dumped off Pitt Town Bottoms Road on this date, the day after his kidnapping. A grey Toyota Corolla, linked to the crime, was seen in the Pitt Town area.
Chris Baghsarian kidnapped from Sydney home in mistaken identity case
Chris Baghsarian, 85, was kidnapped from his home in North Ryde, Sydney, by three men in the early hours of the morning. Police later established that he was not the intended target and had been taken due to mistaken identity.
April 2024 — 1 developments
Fourth man charged over alleged mistaken identity kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian
A 19-year-old man has been charged with murder and kidnapping in connection with the death of Chris Baghsarian, who was allegedly abducted due to mistaken identity. Investigators believe the teenager provided the firearm used in the initial kidnapping. Baghsarian's body was found on February 24, 2026, and authorities suspect he was killed on February 14, 2026.
March 2024 — 1 developments
NSW Police release CCTV footage in Chris Baghsarian kidnapping and murder investigation
NSW Police have released CCTV footage of three men they wish to question in connection with the alleged kidnapping and murder of Chris Baghsarian. The footage shows the men walking towards a property in Dural, which police believe was used as a stronghold during the kidnapping on February 13, 2026. This development follows the charging of two men, Gerard Andrews and Daniel Stevens, in relation to the case.