Emily Pike's Murder Case Remains Unsolved a Year Later

The 14-year-old's killer has not been caught since her body was found in trash bags in Globe, Arizona.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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One year after 14-year-old Emily Pike from the San Carlos Apache Tribe was murdered, her killer still remains at large. Pike was last seen alive in Mesa, Arizona, and her remains were found in trash bags in the nearby town of Globe a year ago today. Despite the passage of time, no arrests have been made and her case remains unsolved.

Why it matters

The unsolved murder of a young Indigenous girl has left her family and community searching for answers and justice. Pike's case highlights the ongoing challenges in solving crimes involving vulnerable populations, especially in rural areas, and the need for more resources and attention on missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls.

The details

Emily Pike, a 14-year-old member of the San Carlos Apache Tribe, was last seen alive in Mesa, Arizona. One year ago today, her remains were discovered in trash bags in the nearby town of Globe. Despite an active investigation by local law enforcement, no arrests have been made and her killer has not been identified.

  • Emily Pike was last seen alive in Mesa, Arizona.
  • One year ago today, her remains were found in trash bags in Globe, Arizona.

The players

Emily Pike

A 14-year-old member of the San Carlos Apache Tribe who was murdered, with her killer still at large.

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The takeaway

The unsolved murder of Emily Pike is a tragic reminder of the ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, and the need for more resources, attention, and justice for these vulnerable communities.