Retired general who once led Air Force Research Laboratory goes missing

A retiredU.S.Air Force generalwas reported missing in New Mexico, with authorities warning that medical concerns have heightened fears for his safety.

Retired Maj.Gen.William Neil McCasland, 68, was last seen around 11 a.m.Friday near Quail Run Court NE in Albuquerque, theBernalillo County Sheriff’s Officesaid.

Officials said they do not know what McCasland was wearing or in which direction he may have traveled.The sheriff’s office has issued a Silver Alert.

“Due to his medical issues, law enforcement is concerned for his safety,” the sheriff’s office said.

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Authorities issued a Silver Alert for retired Maj.Gen.William Neil McCasland.(Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office )

McCasland was a longtime leader at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico and previously commanded Kirtland’s Phillips Research Site and Air Force Research Laboratory.

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McCasland previously commanded Kirtland Air Force Base’s Phillips Research Site and Air Force Research Laboratory.(Kirtland Air Force Base )

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Col.Justin Secrest, commander of the 377th Air Base Wing at Kirtland, told theAlbuquerque Journalthat the base is coordinating with local authorities.

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“Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time,” Secrest said.

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A sign outside Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in May 2014.(Google Maps)

McCasland was commissioned in 1979 after graduating from the U.S.Air Force Academy with a degree in astronautical engineering and held multiple leadership roles in space research, acquisition and operations, including work with the National Reconnaissance Office.

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Authorities asked anyone with information about McCasland to text BCSO to 847411 or call the sheriff’sMissing Persons Unitat +1 (505) 468-7070.

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