László Bogdán, the 46-year-old mayor of Cserdi, a prominent politician and Roma rights activist, passed away on Monday night, news site Hírklikk reports. Citing trustworthy sources, the leftist portal reported that one of Hungary’s most recognized Roma public figures has committed suicide.
Police are currently investigating the death of Roma rights activist László Bogdán. The mayor’s office was informed about his death earlier on Tuesday, Gizella Papp, a local municipality employee, said. His family has asked that no further details be published, she added.
According to Roma news site RomNet, his body was found in the processing plant of the village after he hanged himself.
During the past years as a devoted Roma leader, he faced many conflicts as he was critical of everyone who in his opinion hindered the cause of Roma integration.
