Police are investigating a case where an 85-year-old man was believed to have been mistakenly kidnapped from his residence. The incident occurred around 5 am on Friday, February 13, in North Ryde, Sydney’s northwest. Authorities suspect that the man was not the intended target of the abduction, indicating a possible error on the part of the kidnappers.
The man’s family has been informed and is receiving support during this time. The police have released an image of the man without disclosing his name and are appealing for his safe return. Detectives from the State Crime Command’s Robbery & Serious Crime Squad are actively involved in the investigation.
In a statement, a spokesperson for the New South Wales Police mentioned ongoing communication with the man’s family as inquiries progress. The public is urged to provide any relevant information about the man’s whereabouts to aid in the investigation. Anyone with details on the incident is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or visit https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information provided will be treated confidentially.
