Why was the Amber Alert invented and who was the girl that it was named after? Amber Hagerman was the girl the Amber Alert was named after. This is her story. The police are still looking for the man who committed her rape and murder. The Amber Alert has helped hundreds of children but not Amber Hagerman. You can reach us at [email protected]. Instagram @Murderous_Intentions_Podcast. Twitter MItrucripodcast