You’re right. Words matter. If English is not used correctly, it is not possible to convey meaning accurately. Or understand the true nature of an event or problem. The unethical nature of what has happened is not conveyed by “arrest” which implies a proper legal process where a criminal was interdicted. 

Pavel was kidnapped. He did not know there was a kidnap order placed on his head. It was an Organized Crime style hit. PERIOD.