1973 murder, rape of woman on UNC Asheville campus still under investigation: What to know

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – Virginia Marie Olson left her University of Asheville dorm room for the last time on April 15, 1973.

Enticed by the beautiful afternoon spring weather, Olson decided to study outside. Her decision unexpectedly led to her death.

Someone had stabbed the 19-year-old in her heart and left her alone to die. Over 52 years later, who killed her and why remains a mystery…

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