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Arlington Police Renew Push in Amber Hagerman Case at 30-Year Mark

Investigators are applying advanced DNA methods to evidence to generate new leads on the long-unknown killer.

Overview

  • Police released an updated description: a white or Hispanic man, now likely in his 50s or 60s, under 6 feet tall with a medium build and brown or black hair.
  • The suspect was seen driving a black 1980s–1990s full-size fleet pickup with a single cab, short wheelbase, and a clear rear window without a slider, described as in good condition at the time.
  • Oak Farms Dairy is offering a $10,000 reward, and Arlington police have set up a dedicated tip line and continue to accept anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
  • Amber Hagerman’s mother and Arlington police publicly urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that the case remains open and active.
  • The anniversary coincides with National AMBER Alert Day as officials note the system’s evolution in Texas, including a 2023 law enabling faster local activation and 1,292 recoveries nationally as of December 2025.