The heartbroken mother of a 14-year-old Arizona girl, whose dismembered remains were found in trash bags on a dirt road, has spoken out about her devastating loss. The remains of Emily Pike were discovered on February 14, 18 days after she was reported missing. The teenager’s mother, Steff Dosela, described her daughter as an innocent child who had a passion for art.
Emily, who was living in a group home in Mesa, Arizona, was reported missing on January 27. Her family resides on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation. The last sighting of the teenager was in January, and her disappearance was reported by her group home manager.
A week after Emily’s disappearance, her case manager informed Dosela about her missing daughter. The remains were found last month, but it took authorities some time to confirm that they belonged to Emily. The autopsy results revealed that the teenager had suffered visible trauma to her face and head.
The gruesome discovery included a head and torso found in large bags, with her legs in separate bags. However, the girl’s arms and hands were not found, according to the Gila County Sheriff’s Office. Dosela expressed her anguish over the horrific circumstances of her daughter’s death, hoping no other mother would have to endure such pain.
Dosela revealed that the police have identified three suspects in the case, but their names have not been disclosed. Emily, who had aspirations of studying art in college, would have celebrated her 15th birthday soon.
In a tearful tribute to her daughter, Dosela said, “You’ll never be forgotten. I love you. Until we meet again, rest in peace.” The authorities have classified Emily’s death as a homicide. The Gila County Sheriff’s Office, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the San Carlos Apache Tribal Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.