Hundreds honor Emily Pike in San Carlos memorial service

Hundreds gathered at San Carlos High School on March 29, 2025, to honor Emily Pike, a 14-year-old girl who was unalived after running away from her Mesa group home. Family and community members shared memories of Emily, describing her as kind-hearted, creative, and passionate about art. The memorial service follows a growing call for justice, as no suspects have been identified. The community also highlighted the broader issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. The San Carlos Apache Tribe and lawmakers are pushing for change.