The disappearance of sisters Eliza and Henrietta Huszti in Aberdeen, Scotland, deeply resonated with Frances and Johanne Harper, 55-year-old twins from Keith, Moray. The three-hour journey they undertook to pay their respects at the riverside where the sisters were last seen underscores the profound connection they felt. As twins themselves, Frances and Johanne believed they understood the unique bond Eliza and Henrietta shared, a bond forged in the womb and unlike any other relationship. They empathized with the sisters’ quiet nature, speculating that they might have internalized any struggles they faced, mirroring their own experiences. The twins expressed a deep sadness, particularly upon seeing the last CCTV footage of Eliza and Henrietta leaving their flat together, seemingly unaware of the tragedy that awaited them.
Frances and Johanne’s visit to the River Dee in the Torry area of Aberdeen, the last known location of the missing sisters, was a poignant gesture. They visited a nearby pub to gather their thoughts before laying flowers and a card at the riverside. The twins admitted to being unable to sleep since hearing of the sisters’ disappearance, their minds preoccupied with the unanswered questions and the unsettling circumstances. They expressed a fervent hope that the sisters would be found safe and well, clinging to the possibility that they were still out there somewhere. Their personal experiences as twins, facing bullying and social ostracization, fueled their empathy for Eliza and Henrietta, believing the sisters might have faced similar challenges.
The police investigation into the disappearance of Eliza and Henrietta Huszti has yielded few conclusive answers. The sisters’ landlord had voiced concern for their well-being, noting the absence of many personal belongings from their flat. While investigators found one mobile phone with the sisters, other devices were discovered at their residence. Despite an extensive land, sea, and air search, no trace of the sisters or any of their belongings has been found. Superintendent David Howieson of Police Scotland stated that there is no evidence of criminality thus far. The prevailing theory is that the sisters entered the River Dee and did not re-emerge, based on their last known movements captured on CCTV.
The circumstances surrounding the sisters’ disappearance are puzzling. CCTV footage shows them heading towards the River Dee, but there is no evidence suggesting they intended to harm themselves. Audio recordings from that night captured what could possibly be a woman screaming, adding another layer of mystery to the case. Days before they vanished, the sisters informed their landlady of their intention to move from their city centre flat, a plan they hadn’t shared with their relatives in Hungary. Their bank cards and mobile phones have not been used since their disappearance, and they have not contacted any friends or relatives.
While the police maintain a “strong theory” that the sisters entered the river, they remain open to other possibilities. Investigators are exploring whether the sisters could have left the riverside without being detected by CCTV cameras. The lack of any suspicious financial transactions and the absence of any indication of foul play further complicate the investigation. The case remains open, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the search for Eliza and Henrietta Huszti.
The story of the missing Huszti sisters has touched the hearts of many, including Frances and Johanne Harper, who felt a deep connection with the missing twins. Their pilgrimage to the site of the sisters’ last known location is a testament to the power of empathy and the shared experience of twinhood. While the investigation continues, the hope remains that Eliza and Henrietta will be found, bringing closure to this distressing mystery. The twins’ story serves as a poignant reminder of the unique bond between twins and the profound impact their disappearance can have on those who understand the intricacies of that relationship.
