A Montana man, William Glenn Olson, 29, has been charged with deliberate homicide and tampering with evidence in connection to the disappearance of 46-year-old Alicia Lindsey Wood, who was reported missing on Nov. 30. Olson allegedly confessed to strangling Wood during an argument at her home, placing her body in a suitcase, and then dumping it in a dumpster near a local elementary school. Despite extensive efforts by authorities and volunteers, Wood’s body has yet to be located.
Neighbor’s Concern Leads to Start of Investigation
The investigation into Wood’s disappearance began when a concerned neighbor called Conrad City Police to request a welfare check at her home. The neighbor mentioned that Wood had not been seen for days, her car was missing, and her home appeared to be in disarray. When police entered Wood’s home, they found no sign of her and noticed what appeared to be blood spatter on the floors. Wood’s pets were also running out of food and water, raising further alarm.
Break in the Case
A breakthrough in the case came when Wood’s iPhone’s Find My Phone app pinged from a home in Conrad. This led officers to Olson, who was already in custody on unrelated charges. Olson admitted to killing Wood and disposing of her body in a suitcase in a dumpster. Police later found evidence in Wood’s car, including blood spatter and a bullet casing, linking Olson to the crime.
Search for Justice Continues
Despite Olson’s confession, Wood’s body has not been recovered. The Cascade County Sheriff Office, along with other agencies and volunteers, have been tirelessly searching the landfill where the dumpster contents were taken. The search for justice for Alicia Lindsey Wood continues as authorities work to locate and recover her remains.
In times like these, where tragedies like this one shake communities to their core, it’s important to come together and support each other. Whether it’s through volunteering, contributing to the search efforts, or simply being there for those affected, every act of kindness can make a difference. Let’s remember Alicia Lindsey Wood, her life, and the loved ones she leaves behind. Together, we can show compassion, strength, and unity in the face of such heartbreaking events.
