UNSOLVED: Amber Hoopes

In the early morning hours of Saturday, September 15th, 2001, 20-year-old Amber Hoopes’ grandmother awoke to find her missing from her bedroom.

The lights and television in her bedroom were on, and all of her belongings were still in their place. The computer that Amber had used earlier was still on at the auto body shop that the family owned next door.

Though there were no signs of foul play, it was apparent to Amber’s family that she’d been abducted. 22 years later and Amber is still missing.

Photo of Amber

Family’s auto body shop

Note to Amber

Amber would have turned 43 years old this year. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Amber Hoopes, please contact the Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office at 208-529-1200.

Resources

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