The search for Amber continues – VIIMCU engaged

Port Alberni

2022-07-12 15:28 PDT

File # 2022-6674

 The Vancouver Island Integrated Major Crime Unit (VIIMCU) has now been called to assist the Port Alberni RCMP in Amber Manthorne’s disappearance.

We understand that it may be concerning to hear that the VIIMCU has been called to assist, however we want to assure the community that this is not unusual, in cases where a person’s disappearance is out of character and criminality can not be immediately ruled out, states Inspector Kevin O’Donnell, Officer in Charge of VIIMCU. If criminality is ruled out the Port Alberni RCMP will again become the primary investigating agency.

VIIMCU Investigators are in Port Alberni following up on tips/information, conducting interviews and gathering surveillance and other video, and completing other investigative tasks in an effort to advance the investigation.

Earlier this week, Port Alberni RCMP issued a news release stating that Amber may be in the company of a man, that man has since been located and police no longer believe that Amber is with him.

RCMP will continue to work with Search and Rescue teams to search viable sites as they are identified, such as the one south of Nanaimo where her vehicle was discovered.

Investigators have determined Amber was last seen on Thursday July 7, and continue to appeal for any information related to her disappearance.

If you have information and have not already spoken with police, you are asked to contact the Port Alberni RCMP at 250-723-2424.

Released by

S/Sgt. Janelle Shoihet

Senior Media Relations Officer
BC RCMP Communication Services
14200 Green Timbers Way, Surrey, BC V3T 6P3 - Mailstop #1608
Office: 778-290-4134
Cell: 604-657-5730
Fax: 778-290-6114

Email: janelle.shoihet@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: bc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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