Cory Alan Olson, a fugitive sex offender dubbed Detroit’s “most wanted” since 2018, was taken into custody in Burien, Washington state, after evading law enforcement for some time. Olson was using various aliases while on the run and had been living in the area before being nabbed by King County Sheriff’s detectives. Olson had been using the name “Randall” during his time in Washington state, which matched the name of a person in Kansas, leading to further investigation by authorities from both states.
Detective Riley Myklebust, who played a crucial role in Olson’s capture, expressed his satisfaction with solving the “find me puzzle.” Myklebust encountered significant obstacles while investigating identity theft cases, and it took weeks for him to track down Olson, who was working temporary jobs in Washington state under a false identity. Olson was discovered by detectives as he was stepping into his car at a new job in Burien, and despite initially pushing a sergeant and driving away, he was captured a short time later by Myklebust.
Fingerprints confirmed Olson’s identity, despite his refusal to admit who he was. Olson’s criminal history includes sexual assault of a teenage girl and evading arrest by injuring a deputy in a car crash. After moving to Washington state, he was charged with another sexual assault against a person with special needs. During his arraignment for identity theft, criminal impersonation, and forgery, Olson’s attorney successfully sought to protect his identity, which was granted by the court.
Police emphasized the importance of public recognition due to Olson’s history of repeated sexual offenses. Olson often presented himself as a wealthy investor with a military background, targeting women with teenage daughters, especially at karaoke bars. Detectives noted his presence in various communities in Washington state, including Issaquah, downtown Seattle, Puyallup, and Olympia. Olson used multiple names besides Randall, such as Josiah, Payton, and Nikko, with the last names Arb or Cadaa. Victims of Olson are urged to contact police to aid in their investigation.
Overall, Olson’s arrest marked the end of his time as a fugitive and brought a sense of closure to the community who had been affected by his criminal activities. Detective Myklebust’s relentless pursuit of Olson finally paid off, and law enforcement officials were able to bring him to justice for his past offenses. Authorities believe that Olson’s arrest will bring relief to those who were hurt by his actions and prevent future victims from suffering the same fate. The legal process will now move forward as Olson faces charges for his crimes, and authorities continue to gather information on his activities to ensure that justice is served.
