Man’s body found after kidnapped woman escaped

A man and woman have been refused bail following charges after the body of a man was located and a woman was allegedly kidnapped at Wyong.

At about 4.30pm on Saturday, January 28, emergency services were called to Levitt St, Wyong, following reports a woman had escaped a nearby unit after allegedly being kidnapped.

The 44-year-old woman told police she had been there since Thursday, January 26.

She was treated at the scene and her condition stabilised before being taken to Gosford Hospital for further treatment of multiple injuries including burns.

While speaking with detectives, the woman raised concerns for the welfare of a man who she believed was also at the unit.

Soon after, police located the body of 52-year-old Sean Froggatt inside the unit.

A crime scene was established and examined by specialist forensic police while detectives commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incidents.

Following inquiries, 30-year-old Daniel Hasapis was arrested at the unit at about 5.30pm and 33-year-old Bonnie Cullen was arrested at a home on Charmain St, Watanobbi, at about 10pm.

They were taken to Wyong Police Station, where Hasapis was charged with murder and kidnapping while Cullen was charged with conceal a serious indictable offence.

As inquiries continue, anyone who may have information that can assist investigators is urged to contact Wyong Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Source:

NSW Police