Eliza and Henrietta Huszti's disappearance raises concerns and mobilizes local efforts.
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For over a week, the mysterious disappearance of Eliza and Henrietta Huszti has gripped the city of Aberdeen, prompting widespread concern and mobilizing community efforts. The 32-year-old sisters, originally from Hungary, have been living in the Granite City for six years, and their sudden absence has left family and friends in distress.
Timeline of events leading to their disappearance
Eliza and Henrietta were last seen on January 7, shortly after signaling to their landlord about plans to end their tenancy at their city center home. At AM, they were captured on CCTV footage walking along Market Street at Victoria Bridge, which spans the River Dee.
This footage marks the last confirmed sighting of the sisters.
Hours later, their landlord visited their residence and, upon finding it empty, promptly alerted the police. Authorities quickly classified the sisters as missing persons and began a thorough investigation. The police have been working tirelessly, collaborating with various agencies to locate the sisters.
Community involvement and search efforts
As the search progressed, police issued public appeals on social media, urging anyone with information to come forward. Local officers, supported by specialist search advisers, scoured the area along the southern bank of the River Dee, where the sisters were last seen. The search area was later expanded to include the Port of Aberdeen’s South Harbour and Duthie Park.
On January 10, specialist divers were deployed to search the River Dee, focusing on the stretch between the Aberdeen Boat Club and Victoria Bridge. The Huszti family, deeply concerned for their loved ones, expressed their distress through a public statement, asking for privacy while urging anyone with information to assist the police.
Family’s plea and ongoing investigations
In a poignant statement released on January 13, the Huszti family described the situation as “very worrying and upsetting.” They emphasized their desire for Eliza and Henrietta to be found safe and sound. Meanwhile, police have been in contact with authorities in Hungary, exploring all possible leads regarding the sisters’ whereabouts.
As the investigation continues, experts, including oceanographers, have joined the search efforts, focusing on the possibility that the sisters may have entered the River Dee. Patrol boats have been observed near the harbor, indicating the seriousness of the ongoing search operations.
Community support and hope
Local businesses and residents have rallied around the Huszti family, with shops frequented by the sisters expressing their hope for a positive outcome. The owner of a Hungarian food shop and restaurant shared a message of solidarity, highlighting the sisters’ regular patronage and the community’s commitment to finding them.
As the days pass, the search for Eliza and Henrietta Huszti remains a top priority for local authorities and the community. The collective effort to locate the sisters underscores the compassion and resilience of the Aberdeen community during this challenging time.
