American Tourist Murdered in Budapest

American Tourist Murdered in Budapest

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American Tourist Murdered in Budapest

An American tourist is murdered in Budapest, and a suspect confesses.

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What happened to Mackenzie Michalski?
Mackenzie Michalski, a 31-year-old American tourist, was found murdered in Budapest, Hungary. A 37-year-old Irish man confessed to the crime, stating it was accidental.
How was Mackenzie Michalski's body found?
Police found Michalski's body after the suspect led them to the location. Evidence found at the scene included a suitcase, clothing, and Michalski's credit card.
Who is the suspect in Mackenzie Michalski's murder?
The suspect, identified only as L.T.M., met Michalski at a nightclub. After an intimate encounter at his apartment, he killed her, then hid her body in a suitcase before disposing of it near Lake Balaton.
What was Mackenzie Michalski's connection to Budapest?
Michalski's family and friends held a vigil in her memory. Her father described Budapest as a 'happy place' for his daughter.
What online searches did the suspect conduct before his arrest?
Before his arrest, the suspect searched online for information on how to hide a body, police procedures in missing person cases, and whether wild boars eat bodies.