FBI Joins Search for Missing Air Force General
Federal authorities have joined the search for a missing retired U.S. Air Force major general who disappeared from his New Mexico home in late February, according to local law enforcement officials. Investigators say retired Maj. Gen. William N. “Neil” McCasland was last seen on Feb. 27 after leaving his home in Albuquerque. Family members reported him missing when he failed to return and could not be reached. Authorities say he left the house on foot and did not take his cellphone, which remained at the residence. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation and confirmed that the Federal Bureau of Investigation is now assisting with the case. Officials said federal agents are helping provide additional resources and investigative support as the search continues.
Search Efforts Expand
Law enforcement officials say deputies and search teams have been canvassing neighborhoods, reviewing security footage, and following up on potential leads since McCasland’s disappearance. Investigators are also asking residents in the surrounding area to check doorbell cameras or surveillance systems for any footage that could help determine his movements after leaving home. Authorities have not released details about where McCasland may have been headed or what he was wearing when he left. Officials also say there have been no confirmed sightings of him since the day he went missing.
Public Asked for Help
Investigators are urging anyone who may have seen McCasland or has information that could assist the search to contact the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. Community tips, officials say, can often play a key role in missing person investigations. Authorities have not indicated that foul play is suspected at this time, but the investigation remains active as search teams continue working to locate the retired general.
Distinguished Military Career
McCasland served for decades in the U.S. Air Force before retiring in 2013. During his career, he held several senior leadership roles and was best known for serving as commander of the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio, where he oversaw major aerospace and defense research programs. Officials say the priority remains locating McCasland safely and determining what happened after he left his home. The search remains ongoing as investigators continue to gather information and expand their efforts.
