Missing Retired General: Search for William Neil McCasland

0:00This is Cory with the story, and here's what is making news across Durham right now. A retired Air Force major general and experienced hiker named William Neil McCaslin has been missing from his Albuquerque home since the morning of, February 27. The 68-year-old left behind his phone, glasses, and wearable devices, which is unusual for him. His wife found the house empty when she returned around noon that day after a repairman had seen him at 10 a.m. Turkish teens have covered a huge area of rocky canyons and cliffs near his home, using helicopters with infrared cameras, drones, dogs, and ground. Crews. But unseasonably warm weather made it tough, as the rocks heated up and hid any heat signatures. They've checked over 700 homes and most of the terrain, but no sign of him yet. McCaslin once commanded the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright Patterson Base, a place long-linked to UFO rumors despite official denials. He'd mentioned mental fraud before stepping back from some roles, but officials insist

1:03he's sharp and capable. They issued a silver alert just to get more eyes on the case, and his military ties have sparked a lot of public interest, especially after recent, talk of government UFO files. Investigators are reviewing surveillance video from both ends of his street, plus tips from neighbors' cameras between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. They've got 74 tips so far, not counting FBI ones, and nothing points to foul play yet, though they haven't ruled it out. After more than 2 weeks, official say survival odds are low if he went into the mountains. They're still treating it as a search, but ready to shift if needed. If you have video or info from February 27th or 28th, call the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Tip Line at 50546-7070. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly. Built for nighttime listening, solypilo.com