Budapest, Hungary (WBEN) - A Fredonia native's trip to Europe has ended in murder. Police in Hungary say an Irish citizen took them to the body of 31-year-old Mackenzie Michalski.
Michalski was on vacation in Budapest when she disappeared this week.
Budapest police say they spotted a man with whom the missing girl was seen in several nightclubs; and the 37-year-old Irish citizen was arrested in front of an apartment in the district.
The Facebook group Find Mackenzie Michalski posted this statement: "We are deeply saddened to confirm a report published by Hungarian police announcing the death of our beloved Kenzie. We would like to express our profound and heartfelt gratitude to the U.S. and Hungarian authorities and local police for their prompt attention, diligence, care, and consideration. And we would especially like to acknowledge and thank members of this grassroots community at home and abroad for contributing to such a remarkable search effort. We are deeply appreciative of our Hungarian friends and locals for raising awareness on social media, distributing flyers, offering translation services, and mobilizing a boots-on-the-ground mission to find Kenzie. Kenzie will forever be remembered as a beautiful and compassionate young woman who dedicated herself to caring for others and making the world a better place. As a nurse practitioner, Kenzie used her humor, positivity, and limitless empathy to help heal her patients and encourage family and friends alike. We are thankful that Keznie's soul is now at peace. Her memory and legacy will endure in the hearts of all whom she's touched. To understand Kenzie's spirit is to wholeheartedly embrace the vast joy and wonder of life. Her wish for the world: fully embrace the present moment, be your authentic self, practice kindness, and always walk in the light.
Forever in the light, Kenzie's Family and Friends
Michalski had moved to Oregon.
