Michael John Olson, a 20-year-old man who had moved to West Palm Beach, Florida, went missing on December 1st, 1979. He was last seen leaving a bar at around 4:30 am driving his maroon 1979 Grand Prix. Michael had spent the day playing golf, going to a dog track, and bar hopping with friends. Despite staying out late, his friends noted that he didn't drink much. When Michael didn't show up for work the next day, his friends went to his hotel but couldn't find his car. The hotel clerk believed Michael had skipped out on his bill and called the police. Michael's belongings were still in his hotel room, and his parents were shocked to learn he was missing. A private investigator hired by the family theorized that Michael may have been a victim of the serial killer Christopher Wilder, who was in the area at the time. However, no trace of Michael has ever been found.

If you know anything about the disappearance of Mike Olson in December of 1979 please call the West Palm Beach Police at 561-822-1900

To watch the video from Mike’s friend Paige click here: https://youtu.be/AvQvX8KlPwU?si=Yh822Qk9DyMSuIUO

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