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Two men freeze to death in Budapest, while a third one knew about it and refused to help
Two middle-aged men have died from hypothermia in Budapest after their bodies were discovered near the Gubacsi Bridge in the Csepel district, police have confirmed. The victims, aged 51 and 55, were found on the Parti sétány, close to the Danube, during the recent period of freezing winter temperatures.
Two men died from hypothermia in Budapest, a third one didn’t provide any help
According to the Budapest Police Headquarters (Budapesti Rendőr-főkapitányság, BRFK), there is no indication of foul play in the deaths. However, a third man has been taken into custody and questioned on suspicion of failing to provide assistance. The suspect was part of the same group and was reportedly aware that the two were at serious risk of freezing but did not seek help.
Authorities emphasised that while no criminal violence is suspected, Hungarian law requires individuals to offer assistance or alert emergency services if someone’s life is in danger. Failing to do so can carry serious legal consequences.
The case draws attention to the dangers faced by homeless people during winter, as well as the broader risks of hypothermia, which is not limited to those living on the streets. Experts stress that many hypothermia-related deaths in Hungary actually occur indoors, often in poorly heated or unheated homes.