Amber Tuccaro, a 20-year-old woman from the Mikisew Cree First Nation in Alberta, went missing on August 18, 2010. Today marks the somber anniversary of her disappearance. Amber was the mother of a 14-month-old boy named Jacob, whose life was forever altered by this tragic event. Two years after she was reported missing, her skull was discovered, a devastating confirmation of her fate.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have faced significant criticism for their handling of Amber’s case. In June 2019, they issued an apology for what has been described as a seriously botched investigation. This apology came after Amber’s mother filed a complaint, revealing that the RCMP had removed Amber from their missing person’s list just one month after her disappearance. The investigation was marred by mishandling and destruction of crucial evidence, raising questions about the thoroughness and integrity of the process.
A chilling piece of evidence in Amber’s case is a cell phone recording of her speaking with the man believed to have killed her. Despite this, the case remains unsolved, leaving Amber’s family and the community yearning for justice. The frustration is compounded by reports like those shared on Facebook by Amanda Davies, who mentioned that a man from the United States claimed his father was involved, but his statements were ignored by authorities.
The community continues to rally around Amber’s memory, with many expressing their hopes for justice. Emma Rose Smith, another Facebook user, simply wrote, "Praying for Justice," echoing the sentiments of many who have followed this case over the years.
As the fight for justice continues, anyone with information about Amber Tuccaro’s murder is urged to contact the RCMP at 1-855-377-7267 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. The community’s demand for answers remains strong, and the memory of Amber Tuccaro lives on, a reminder of the need for accountability and justice in cases like hers.