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Hologram Used to Solve Cold Case Murder
Amsterdam police use a hologram of a murdered sex worker to generate new leads in a 15-year-old cold case.
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Amsterdam PoliceAmsterdam Wanted And Missing Persons Team
Bernadett "Betty" SzabóBenjamin Van GoghEline Roovers
- Who was Bernadett "Betty" Szabó, and what happened to her?
- Bernadett "Betty" Szabó, a 19-year-old sex worker, was murdered in Amsterdam in 2009. The case went cold, but police are using a hologram of Szabó to try and generate new leads.
- Who are the police appealing to for assistance in this case?
- Amsterdam Police are appealing to anyone who visited Amsterdam in February 2009 and might have information about Szabó's murder to contact them. The case remains unsolved, despite an initial large-scale investigation.
- Why do police believe that someone else must know about Szabó's death?
- Research suggests that those who commit such crimes often confide in others. Police believe someone knows more about Betty's death and are urging anyone with information to come forward, regardless of the time elapsed.
- How are Amsterdam police using technology to reinvestigate Szabó's murder?
- The hologram depicts Szabó appearing to knock on a window and write "help" on the fogged glass. This innovative approach aims to create an emotional connection with potential witnesses who may have been hesitant to come forward previously.
- What steps have the police taken to ensure sensitivity and respect in their approach?
- The police discussed the campaign with Szabó's family and emphasized their commitment to finding justice for her. They are offering a €30,000 reward for information.