The search for justice in the cold case of Amber Jackson, a Kauai woman murdered in 2010, has intensified with the announcement that the reward for information leading to an arrest has doubled to $20,000. This increase is due, in part, to an anonymous donor's $10,000 contribution to the Amber Jackson Justice Group. As reported by Hawaii News Now, the group remains steadfast in their pursuit of unraveling the circumstances behind Jackson's death.
Jackson, 57, an employee of the Hawaii State Teachers Association from Kapaa, was reported missing on June 23, 2010, later discovered by a pig hunter in a remote area of Kealia. Despite extensive investigations, including a feature on "Unsolved Mysteries," leads have been scarce, and the Kauai Police Department has yet to apprehend those responsible. The autopsy disclosed Jackson suffered blunt-force trauma to the head, with injuries consistent with an assault, yet, the case remains unsolved.
In a recent push to encourage public assistance, Assistant Chief Kalani Ke reiterated the department's appeal. "Our goal has always been to find and hold accountable the individual(s) responsible for Amber’s death. We believe that there is someone out there with information that could help lead to the apprehension of the killer(s). If you have any information that could help solve this tragic death, we encourage you to come forward and speak with investigators," KHON2 was informed by Assistant Chief Ke.
The diligence of the Amber Jackson Justice Group, coupled with the lingering hope within the community, drives the continuous effort to uncover the truth. The doubled reward is an urgent plea for clues that could culminate in closure for Jackson's loved ones. Anyone with pertinent information is urged to contact the Kaua'i Police Department at (808) 241-1711 or, for those preferring to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i at (808) 246-8300.
