Alicia Ann Greer, a 30-year-old resident of Milton, Florida, tragically lost her life on January 31, 2017. Alicia was found dead in a motel room at the Emerald Sands Inn in Milton, alongside her friend Jacqueline Moore. Both women were victims of a fatal shooting. Alicia's death was part of a horrific series of events that began with her abusive relationship with William Boyette. Boyette, who had a history of violence, was Alicia's ex-boyfriend and the primary suspect in her murder.
In the weeks leading up to her death, Alicia had been hiding from Boyette due to his abusive behavior, which included physical assault and threats to her life.
The investigation revealed that Boyette had been abusive towards Alicia, leading to multiple charges against him, including battery, kidnapping, and grand theft auto. On January 19, 2017, Boyette allegedly beat Alicia and choked her until she was nearly unconscious, accusing her of infidelity. He held her hostage in her home and stole her car. Alicia managed to escape and sought medical attention, after which she reported the incident to the police. Despite these efforts, Boyette tracked her down to the motel where she was hiding and fatally shot her and Jacqueline Moore.
Following the murders, Boyette went on a killing spree across two states, accompanied by Mary Rice. The spree included the murders of Kayla Crocker in Pensacola, Florida, and Peggy Broz in Lillian, Alabama. This led to an intense manhunt for Boyette and Rice. The search ended when Boyette took his own life in a Georgia motel, while Rice surrendered to the authorities. Rice was subsequently extradited to Florida and faced charges related to the murders.
Alicia's death highlighted the severe consequences of domestic violence and the tragic outcomes that can result from abusive relationships. Her family, particularly her father Wayne Lane, spoke out about the abuse she endured and the need for greater awareness and intervention in such cases. The case also underscored the importance of support systems for victims of domestic violence and the critical need for timely and effective law enforcement responses to protect those at risk.
