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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 16, 2026Hillsborough

Family of missing woman reports receiving Bitcoin ransom demands

The family of 63-year-old Alisa Goods, who was reported missing on August 10, has received text messages from her phone requesting payment in Bitcoin. Authorities are investigating the disappearance and the subsequent digital communications.

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Why It Matters

This case involves a missing person investigation complicated by potential digital extortion, impacting the family's search efforts and law enforcement's investigative process.

Key Facts

  • Alisa Goods, age 63, was reported missing on August 10.
  • The family of the missing person received text messages from her phone.
  • The text messages requested payment in Bitcoin.

Who's Mentioned

personAlana Calloway“Niece of Alisa Goods.”organizationLas Vegas Metro Police“Law enforcement agency handling the missing person report.”personAlisa Goods“63-year-old woman reported missing in Las Vegas.”personRoger John“Friend of Alisa Goods who reported her missing.”organizationKLAS“News outlet reporting on the story.”personKeven Newton“Son of Alisa Goods.”