The person at the center of this case
Michael Olson
Missing Person · Open
46 years waiting · since 1979
Missing Person: Michael Olson
Justice for Michael Olson — the trail went cold in 1979, but the truth hasn't.
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person
Lead #1What were Michael's activities and plans on the day he disappeared?
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witness
Lead #2Who were the last people to see or speak with Michael before his disappearance?
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clue
Lead #3Were there any unusual circumstances or conflicts in Michael's life at the time?
Michael Olson, a 20-year-old white male, was last seen on December 1, 1979, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Nearly five decades have passed with no confirmed sightings or resolution, leaving fundamental questions about his disappearance unanswered. Anyone with information about Michael's whereabouts or the circumstances of his disappearance is urged to contact the West Palm Beach Police Department.
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Lead #4Has any physical evidence or remains ever been discovered related to this case?
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Source Narrative
NamUs case MP17585. Missing person: Michael Olson.
Last known contact: 1979-12-01 in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach, FL. Circumstances: Last Seen: December 1, 1979 Demographics: 20 years, Male, White / Caucasian.
Physical description: 5 ft 8 in, 165 lbs, hair: Brown, eyes: Hazel. Investigating agency: West Palm Beach Police Department | N75189.
Timeline of Events
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1979-12-01
Last Known Contact
Michael Olson was last seen on December 1, 1979, in West Palm Beach, Florida.
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Case Information
Incident:December 1, 1979
Last Updated:August 21, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:December 1, 1979
Last Updated:August 21, 2026
Have Information?
Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to solving this case.
Phone: 5618221900
You can remain anonymous