The Disappearance and Homicide of Amber Alyssa Tuccaro
Amber Alyssa Tuccaro was a 20-year-old resident of Fort McMurray, Alberta, a member of the Mikisew Cree First Nation, and the mother of a 14-month-old son when she disappeared on August 18, 2010.
Timeline of Events
- August 17, 2010: Amber flies from Fort McMurray to Edmonton with her son and a female friend, checking into a motel in Nisku.
- August 18, 2010: Amber is last seen getting into a vehicle with an unknown male driver while attempting to hitchhike into Edmonton.
- September 1, 2012: Two years after her disappearance, Amber's skeletal remains are discovered by horseback riders in a rural area of Leduc County.
The Audio Recording
During the car ride on the evening of her disappearance, Amber received a cell phone call. The 61-second recorded conversation reveals her growing distress as she asks the driver where they are going. She is heard saying, "You'd better not be taking me anywhere I don't want to go." Police later determined the vehicle was traveling south into Leduc County, where her remains were eventually found.
Ongoing Investigation
The homicide investigation into Amber Tuccaro's death remains open and active. Police and Amber’s family are seeking help identifying the male driver’s voice from the 2012 audio release. Authorities urge anyone with information about the driver or the events of August 18, 2010, to contact law enforcement immediately.