Urgent Search Underway for Missing Former US Air Force General in New Mexico
Retired US Air Force general William Neil McCasland, aged 68, has gone missing in New Mexico, triggering a silver alert issued by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. The disappearance has raised significant concerns among authorities and the local community, with an intensive search operation now in progress.
Details of the Disappearance
McCasland was last seen around 11am on Friday near Quail Run Court NE in Albuquerque. According to his wife, he left home without his watch or phone, which she described as highly uncharacteristic for the experienced outdoorsman. This unusual behavior has heightened worries about his safety and wellbeing.
Authorities have expressed particular concern due to an unspecified medical condition that McCasland is known to have. In response, they are urgently appealing to the public for any information or security camera footage that might aid in locating him. The silver alert underscores the seriousness of the situation, as law enforcement agencies coordinate efforts across the region.
Background and UFO Research Connections
William Neil McCasland previously served as the leader of the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. This site is historically significant for its involvement in UFO research, including the analysis of debris from the Roswell incident and the management of Project Blue Book, a series of studies on unidentified flying objects.
In addition to his military career, McCasland's name appeared in WikiLeaks emails from 2016. In these communications, Blink-182's Tom DeLonge claimed that McCasland advised him on UFO disclosure efforts and his company, To The Stars Inc. This connection has added a layer of intrigue to the missing person case, drawing attention from both mainstream media and UFO enthusiasts.
The search continues as authorities work tirelessly to find McCasland, with hopes that public assistance will lead to a swift and safe resolution. Updates are expected as more information becomes available.
