Mika Matters
Mika Matters
Important Update to Mika's Case!
We need your support and action for the pursuit of justice for our girl,
Mika Westwolf.
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We are entering a pivotal moment in the fight for justice for Mika Westwolf, and we need your help.
1. Pre-Sentencing Investigation Report:
The pre-sentencing investigation report, prepared by Katie Campbell of the Kalispell Region Probation and Parole Bureau, will be submitted by December 18, 2024, to Judge Molly Owen. This report is crucial in shaping the judge’s perspective on sentencing.
Your voice matters! If you want to help ensure Sunny White receives the maximum sentence, please submit a Victim Impact Statement, so it can be included in the report.
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How to Write a Victim Impact Statement:
Submitting a statement is easier than you think. Your words don’t need to be perfect or lengthy—just heartfelt and honest. Whether you knew Mika personally or simply want to support justice, your letter can make a difference.
At the top of your statement, include:
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• Primary Victim’s Name: Mika J. Westwolf
• Defendant’s Name: Sunny K. White
• Date of Crime: March 31, 2023
• Location of Crime: North of Arlee, MT, near Mile Marker 20
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Then, share your thoughts about:
- How Mika’s death has affected you, her family, or the community.
- Why Mika’s life mattered and how her loss has left a void in the lives of those who loved her.
- Why you believe Sunny White should receive the maximum sentence for her actions.
- The importance of justice in this case to prevent future tragedies and protect the community.
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Where to Send Your Letter
Submit your statement to:
Katie Campbell of the Kalispell Region Probation and Parole Bureau - KCAMPBELL2@mt.gov
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Every perspective counts—whether it’s a detailed account of how Mika touched your life or a simple statement urging accountability!
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If you have questions or need assistance, please reach out through the Mika Matters website or contact Mika’s family directly.
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2. Attend the Sentencing Hearing
We invite everyone to join us in person at the courthouse on Friday, February 7th, 2025, at 10:00 AM.
Wear red or Mika Matters shirts to stand with Mika’s family and show the court that we demand accountability and justice.
Why Your Support Matters
Sunny White plead guilty to vehicular homicide and fleeing the scene of an accident while under the influence of fentanyl and methamphetamine. She took Mika’s life and left her on the side of the road.
Justice is not guaranteed, but together, we can ensure that Mika’s voice is heard loud and clear. This case is not only about accountability for Sunny White but also about addressing the systemic inequalities that Indigenous people face.
Let’s show the world that Mika mattered and that justice will prevail.
Thank you for standing with us.
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With determination and gratitude,
The Mika Matters Movement
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To learn more about Sunny White, Please click the link to the article below:
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Mika Josephine Westwolf
Moht-ta-pai-yissaapii
"Everybody looks at her"
Mika Josephine Westwolf was killed on March 31st 2023 north of Arlee, MT by a driver in the early morning hours. We are in the process of seeking justice for Mika with the local authorities, whose cooperation has been frustrating, at best, so far.
Why are we seeking justice? Because Mika’s life mattered. She was a beautiful human being with so much to live for and contribute to this world for years to come.
This is an awful tragedy for our family. Mika’s hopes and dreams were taken away by this perpetrator who committed this crime. This person did not even brake or try to avoid hitting her. Instead, the person drove off and did not even try to provide any aid to our girl, leaving her on the side of the road.
We need your support as we must proceed with our tribal advocates/friends that have been helping since the beginning. We are trying to find answers and work with local authorities to find justice for Mika Westwolf. We will not give up. We will not stop. We will not let this be another story of “just another dead Indian” or that she was somehow to blame for this atrocity. Someone committed this crime, and we will not allow this to become another unsolved MMIW case.
We are doing whatever we can to help other families facing this situation and bring awareness to the larger public about this systematic failure of MMIW. Our lives matter as Native Americans.
Why? Because each individual who is missing or murdered has family who love them and are continuing to grieve. There is no closure for us.
Our girl may be gone, but we will keep her memory alive. Justice for Mika Westwolf will happen, and we will not rest until it is met.
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