Arizona tribe seeks stricter group home regulations after murder

A Native American tribe in southeastern Arizona is calling for stricter regulations on group homes after the tragic death of 14-year-old Emily Pike. Her dismembered body was discovered on February 14, nearly three weeks after she left her group home in Mesa by sneaking out of her bedroom window. The San Carlos Apache Tribe recently sent a resolution to Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, asking for an investigation into the case and changes to the law. Pike was reported missing, and her remains were found about 100 miles from where she lived. The Gila County Sheriff’s Office is investigating but has not made any arrests yet. They have asked for help from the public to find more information about the case. Tribe chairman Terry Rambler expressed outrage over Pike's murder, calling it a "cruel, depraved and heinous act." The tribe has offered a $75,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest. Pike's family is devastated by her death, especially her uncle, who shared how difficult it has been for them to process what happened. The group home, Sacred Journey Inc., has rules in place for when youth can leave, emphasizing the importance of knowing the individuals they are with. However, it has been reported that Emily left without permission, prompting the home to notify state agencies and law enforcement. Her uncle remembers her as a loving person with dreams for the future, including attending college.