November 9th 2024.
In a bold and innovative move, the Amsterdam Police have unveiled a life-size hologram of Bernadett 'Betty' Szabo, a young sex worker who was brutally murdered in 2009. The hologram has been placed at an intersection near the site of her murder, as a final attempt to bring her killer to justice.
At only 19 years old, Ms. Szabo's life was tragically cut short when she was stabbed multiple times in her workplace. She had recently given birth to a baby boy and her colleagues became worried when she didn't show up for work one night. Upon checking on her, they discovered her lifeless body in a pool of blood.
Despite a thorough investigation and extensive efforts to find the perpetrator, the case went cold and remained unsolved for 15 years. But now, with the use of this groundbreaking technology, the Amsterdam Police hope to reignite the case and encourage anyone with information to come forward.
The hologram, along with footage of the crime scene and informative window stickers, aims to create a connection between Ms. Szabo and the public in the hopes of generating new leads. Eline Roovers, a communications adviser for the Amsterdam Police, explained that the force is in close contact with Ms. Szabo's family and that they have given their approval and support for this unique approach.
Ms. Roovers emphasized that it is never too late for people to come forward with information, as those who commit a crime often confide in others. This means that even years later, individuals may feel more comfortable coming forward if their relationships have changed.
Ms. Szabo's story is a tragic one, as she moved to Amsterdam from Hungary at the young age of 18 and became a sex worker in the city's red light district. Anne Dreijer-Heemskerk from the cold case team expressed the heartache of the situation, stating that Ms. Szabo's son was placed in foster care and never had the chance to know his mother.
Despite the bustling location of the crime, no one has come forward with any information. The Amsterdam Police are appealing to anyone who may have been in the area at the time, especially tourists who frequent the red light district. A reward of £25,000 is being offered for any information that may lead to the resolution of this case.
The use of a life-size hologram is a first for the Amsterdam Police and it is unclear if any other police force in the world has implemented this technology in a similar manner. But they are hopeful that this unique approach will finally bring closure to Ms. Szabo's family and justice for her tragic death.
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