The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) has activated a missing person alert for Alisa Goods, a 63-year-old grandmother residing in New York City, who disappeared in Las Vegas on August 8th. Her family has since begun receiving a series of text messages from her phone, requesting substantial financial assistance and the exchange of Bitcoin. The messages originated from her phone and have been flooding the family’s inbox, creating a significant level of anxiety and concern.
The family reported that Goods left her apartment on August 8th to visit a friend, her daughter Kristen stated. The friend confirmed that Goods left the apartment and did not return. Kristen Goods, who is understandably distraught, described her mother’s unwavering worry and the sheer volume of requests for assistance.
According to Kristen Goods, her mother is a grandmother of five and has a history of being relatively isolated. She explained that the texts began approximately two days after Goods’ disappearance, with the requests escalating to a request for gas money and Bitcoin. The niece, Alana Calloway, noted a particularly unusual request – a request for gas money – that she found unsettling, given Goods’ lack of driving experience.
“I said, ‘What do you need gas for? The car? The car?’ My aunt does not drive,” Calloway stated. “There is no car.” She emphasized the family’s desperate hope that Goods is safe and alive, stating they’ve contacted local hospitals, jails, and the coroner’s office, but have yet to uncover any leads.
The LVMPD’s investigation into the case is currently active, and they are asking anyone with information to contact investigators. The family has also been actively seeking updates on Goods’ whereabouts, and Kristen Goods is currently residing in Las Vegas attempting to locate her.
As of this writing, the family remains optimistic that Goods is still out there, and they are committed to finding her. They are actively posting updates on social media, requesting that anyone with information or insights to share contact them directly. The family is requesting that anyone who may have seen Goods or possesses information related to her disappearance contact the LVMPD immediately. The investigation is being treated as a high priority, and authorities are exploring all possible avenues to determine Goods’ well-being. The family has indicated that they are also exploring the possibility that Goods may have been involved in a kidnapping scenario, given the unusual nature of the requests.
Further details regarding Goods’ personal history and relationships are being investigated, as authorities seek to piece together a complete picture of her situation. The case underscores the vulnerability of individuals who may be targeted in digital communication and highlights the importance of vigilance in the digital age. The LVMPD is urging anyone with information to contact them with the utmost discretion and confidentiality, assuring the public that all leads will be thoroughly investigated.”
**Source:** CBS News
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