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b6 USP, LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS, ADVISED HE FORMERLY HAD AN INHATE WHO FITS ARTIST'S COMPOSITE PUBLISHED IN NEWS- PAPER AND WHO HE BELIEVES IS CAPABLE OF CARRYING OUT CAP- TIONED CRIME. THE INMATE IS b6 b7C
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1)- SEATTLE (AMI) (164-81)
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PAGE TWO WAS'S . : 2 (104-30)
HIS BACKGROUND DATA AND PHOTOS WERE ALSO
TRANSFERRED.
PHILADELPHIA, AT PENNSYLVANIA IN EFFORT TO ELIMINATE AS SUSPECT, DETERMINE IF HE IS STILL b6 b7C
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ARMATE. IF NOT DETERMINE BACKGROUND DATA, OBTAIN PHOTOS AND SET FORTH LEADS TO DETERMINE HIS PHEREADOTING AM ATIER
CAPTIONED CRIME, BLATTLE ADVISED AM.
IF NOT DETERMINE BACKGROUND DATA, OBTAIN PHOTOS AND SET FORTH LEADS TO DETERMINE HIS PHEREADOTING AM ATIER
CAPTIONED CRIME, BLATTLE ADVISED AM.
ARNED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-28697SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper Northwest Airlines Flight 305 Portland to Seattle 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: Seattle
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Ro memo to SAC, Seattle, from SA JOHN L. KETCHAM, dated 11/29/71.
On November 30. 1971
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Seattle, Washington, was contacted regarding the identity of
to determine. the last name.
On December 2, 1971, was recontacted and b6 b7C
stated that the individual's name was but could provide no information as to his thereabouts. stated that . could possibly provide further information as to present location.
On December 3. 1971,
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was interviewed , and provided the following information:
stated that
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somewhere in the Seattle area, and provided
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SERIAL
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DB Cooper-28698
(2)
12/8/71
JAGSE 164-81
On December 3. 1971, criminal check of the records at Seattle Police Department, showed b6 b7C
of
At 10:30 p.
A1
DB Cooper-28698
(2)
12/8/71
JAGSE 164-81
On December 3. 1971, criminal check of the records at Seattle Police Department, showed b6 b7C
of
At 10:30 p.m., on December 3. 1971. the Seattle Office and advised SA that he wished to speak to an Agent since the FBI was looking for SA informed he would meet him on December 6, 1971.
telephoned
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On December 3, 1971, a check through the records of the '. Washington Police Department revealed that b6 b7C
Police Department, who provided photograph to SA on December 6, 1971.
On December 6, 1971, was informed of his b6 b7C
rights and interviewed at
and provided the following information:
stated that he is b6 b7C
He was working in that capacity on
November 24. 1971. was very cooperative and stated that
would verify his presence on the job.
The time and attendance records. were provided by . The records showed that
had worked an eight hour
shift
on November 24, 1971.
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DB Cooper-28699SE 91-3691
A check with
on December 6, 1971,
verified
presence on November 24.
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DB Cooper-28699SE 91-3691
A check with
on December 6, 1971,
verified
presence on November 24. 1971.
Washington.
5 Washington, lives at
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DB Cooper-2870012/7/71
FILE (164-81)
SAC, SEATTLE
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305 PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION RE: GENE MORRIS DAVIS, suspect
On 12/7/71 SAC MATTSON called from Portland and advised that captioned individual, whose automobile license and driver's license would indicate he had an address of 10622 8th N.W., and was associated with the busines office of the Seattle Times, was in Yamhill, Oregon, where he bought a cashier's check in the amount of $7,350, paying for it with $50 and $100 bills, payable to .
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He was born 9/27/16, is 5'9" tall, weighs 180 lbs., has blue eyes and wore glasses. He had a substantial amount of more money sticking out of the pockets of a tweed suit.
He asked that we check to see whether or not DAVIS would have this much money and whether he has been with the Seattle Times.
He asked that we check to see whether or not DAVIS would have this much money and whether he has been with the Seattle Times.
AFTER talking to
of the Seattle Times, I called and
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advised that DAVIS formerly worked for them as a mail clerk and a multilith machine operator, but when they found that he was maing their mailing machine for his own use and thereby defrauding the company, he was fired. His current address is P.O. Box 653, McMinnville, Oregon.
described DAVIS as some kind of a nut, who was selling some health-type apparatus, pretends to be a lecturer on hypnosis and allegedly had developed a cure for heart diseases. He is a former professional football player and at one time owned a small paper.
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(3)OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1007 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES
5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305, 11/24/71 CAA-HIJACKING; EXTROTION
DATE: 12/7/71
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following persons to C and C Paints, 522- Ballard Avenue NW, Seattle.
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STARUY ES
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-2870212/3/71
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (₽)
SUBJECT:
UNBUB: aka
Dan Cooper;
Northwest Airlines Flight 305
Portland to Seattle, 11/24/71
CAA-HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00; Seattle
Bufile 164-2111
Re Birmingham nitel 12/1/71.
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Paclosed for Seattle are two photos of obtained from Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, Rosa, Callforsk.
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DB Cooper-28703
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FBI
Date: 12/2/71
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
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FROM:
5-22-64) ,
FBI
Date: 12/2/71
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
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FROM:
SAC, ANCHORAGE (164-59) (P)
SUBJ :
UNKNOWN SUBJECT, aka Dan Cooper;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES
FLIGHT #305
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE,
11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: SEATTLE
Bufile 164-2111
ReBTnitel to Anchorage 11/29//1, reANlet to Seattle 11/30/71; reSElet go Albany 11/30/71. 1
Enclosed for Seattle Division are the original and four copies of five separate investigative inserts relating to First Name Unknown)
and
Last Name Unknown
LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Sub
For the Information of Seattle Division since Anchorage Division is not fully aware of the investigation conducted in this matter and since an evaluation is not possible on the "Look alike" information as reported herein, leads are being left to the discretion of the office of origin. 2) - Seattle (Enes. 25) Purity 2 - Anchorage
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Special Agent in Charge
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Special Agent in Charge
ST U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-415-198
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subg 164-81-734.AN 164-59
ANCHORAGE DIVISION

At Anchorage, Alaska
Will report results of investigation being conducted at Fairbanks, Alaska, and any additional information received by Anchorage Division.
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AN 164-59 SE 164-81
RE :
(LAST NAME UNKNOWN)
On November 30. 1971.
that he knew an individual who may be considered suspect in this matter. This individual is (Last Name Unknown ). He stated that
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advised that he has no information
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DB Cooper-28706
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FBI
Date:
12/2/71
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
{Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, ANCHORAGE (164-59) (P)
SUBJ:
UNKNOWN SUBJECT, aka Dan Cooper;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES
FLIGHT #305
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE,
11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00 :
SEATTLE
Bufile 164-2111
ReBTnitel to Anchorage 11/29//1, reANletto
Seattle 11/30/71; reSElet go Albany 11/30/71.
Enclosed for Seattle Division are the original
and four copies of fine separate imecincative irterts
relating to
First Name Unknown)
and Last Name Unknown
LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
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For the Information of Seattle Division since Anchorage Division is not fully aware of the investigation conducted in this matter and since an evaluation is not possible on the "Look alike" information as reported herein, leads are being left to the discretion of the office of origin.
of Seattle Division since Anchorage Division is not fully aware of the investigation conducted in this matter and since an evaluation is not possible on the "Look alike" information as reported herein, leads are being left to the discretion of the office of origin. sub & 164-81-734 2) - Seattle (Encs. 25) Paty 2 - Anchorage
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Approved:
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Sent M Per * U. C. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE 197! -- 120-1
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DB Cooper-28707 AN 164-59
ANCHORAGE DIVISION
At Anchorage, Alaska
Will report results of investigation being conducted at Fairbanks, Alaska, and any additional information received by Anchorage. Division.
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DB Cooper-28708AN 164-59 SE 164-81 1
RE: (FIRST NAME UNKNOWN) CHRISTMAS
On November 30, 1971,
advised SA that on that date he had been
the topic of the hijacking of the Northwest Aircraft in the Seattle area was discussed. He stated that during the course of the discussion and with reference to the composite drawing of the hijacker appearing in a local Anchorage newspaper,
mentioned to him that the composite drawing resembled andindividual who used to ferry planes from outside approximately ten or twelve years ago.
hijacker appearing in a local Anchorage newspaper,
mentioned to him that the composite drawing resembled andindividual who used to ferry planes from outside approximately ten or twelve years ago. He advised that the name of (First Name Unknown) CHRISTMAS was the person mentioned
did not know the current whereabouts of CHRISTMAS nor could they furnish his first name. In addition, they had no information concerning the present whereabouts of CHRISTMAS or how he could be located. had seen CHRISTMAS in
knew of any associates
or employers of CHRISTMAS advised
that no information was received from to the effect that CHRISTMAS was currently in
advised that he was not personally acquainted with CHRISTMAS and had never heard his name before. The only person he stated that he would suggest to contact would be
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1 On November 30, 1971,
advised SA
that he recalled & FRANCIS CHRISTMAS who over ten years ago periodically arrived with aircraft. He presumed that CHRISTMAS was ferrying aircrafts from outside
advised that it is his recollection that CHRISTMAS wore out his welcome
He presumed that CHRISTMAS was ferrying aircrafts from outside
advised that it is his recollection that CHRISTMAS wore out his welcome and he has not seen CHRISTMAS years.
He advised that he knew of no one in who would be in contact with CHRISTMAS or who would have any information concerning his present whereabouts. He has the recollection that CHRISTMAS might have been an employee and/or he might have held and executive type of position with Seaboard and World Airlines when that airlines was first founded years ago. He has the recollection that CHRISTMAS might'have been a Vice President of the founding company and it is his further recollection that after the company got on its feet CHRISTMAS was ousted.
He described CHRISTMAS as being a white male, 52-55 years of age, 5'11" tall, 155-160 lbs.
He knew of no associates and/or relatives of CHRISTMAS. He believes CHRISTMAS was from the Texas- Arkansas-Kentucky area.
He advised that he would make inquiry and if he came upon any information that would lead to CHRISTMAS' further identification and whereabouts he would immediately notify the FBI.
He advised that he would make inquiry and if he came upon any information that would lead to CHRISTMAS' further identification and whereabouts he would immediately notify the FBI.
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RE: (FIRST NAME UNKNOWN) CHRISTMAS
On November 30. 1971,
advised SA that on that date he had been
the topic of the hijacking of the Northwest Aircraft in the Seattle area was discussed. He stated that during the course of the discussion and with reference to the composite drawing of the hijacker appearing in a local Anchorage newspaper,
mentioned to him that the composite drawing resembled an individual who used to ferry planes from outside approximately ten or twelve years ago. He advised that the name of (First Name Unknown) CHRISTMAS was the person mentioned
did not know the current whereabouts of CHRISTMAS nor could they furnish his first name. In addition, they had no information concerning the present whereabouts of CHRISTMAS or how he could be located. had seen CHRISTMAS in knew of any associates advised
or employers of CHRISTMAS that no information was received from to the effect that CHRISTMAS was currently in
had seen CHRISTMAS in knew of any associates advised
or employers of CHRISTMAS that no information was received from to the effect that CHRISTMAS was currently in
advised that he was not personally acquainted with CHRISTMAS and had never heard his name before. The only person he stated that he would suggest to contact would be
for many years,
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DB Cooper-28713AN 164-59 SE 164-81 1
RE : (FIRST NAME_UNKNOWN) CHRISTMAS
On November 30, 1971,
advised SA that on that date he had been
the topic of the hijacking of the Northwest Aircraft in the Seattle aros was discussed. He stated that during the course of the discussion and with reference to the composite drawing of the hijacker appearing in & local Anchorage newspaper,
mentioned to him that the composite drawing resembled an individual who used to ferry planes from outside approximately ten or twelve years ago. He advised that the name of (First Name Unknown) CHRISTMAS was the person mentioned
did not know the current whereabouts of CHRISTMAS nor could they furnish his first name.
He advised that the name of (First Name Unknown) CHRISTMAS was the person mentioned
did not know the current whereabouts of CHRISTMAS nor could they furnish his first name. In addition, they had no information concerning the present whereabouts of CHRISTMAS or hoy he could be located. had seen CHRISTMAS in knew of any associates or employers of CHRISTMAS advised
that no information was received from
to the effect that CHRISTMAS was currently in
advised that he was not personally acquainted with CHRISTMAS and had never heard his name before. The only person he stated that he would suggest to contact would be
for many years.
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de advised that he knew of no one in who would be in contact with cassinis or who would have any information comesrates his present where youts.
de advised that he knew of no one in who would be in contact with cassinis or who would have any information comesrates his present where youts. m bu the rocollection that eutous giant have been a colores w/er ba atos bare bald and garmenttwo type af position with funboard and World kirita then THAT MỘT HAN - XIYt Souled years ago. Ha ha tần recollection tant GRIFTUs Kickt have been a zee President of the founding company and it is his further regellaction that after the comy wy get on its fut dozens wa wasted.
mo deseribet Criszus as being a white male, 52-55 years of age, 5'11" tall, 155-160 1bs.
Je kaew af no asacatates and/or relatives of GUARATING. No believes CHRISTMAS was from the Texas- Arkans-Kentucky are.
Mo advised that he would make inquiry and if he come upge any information that would lead to Gazszas' further Lamakiftettion and whereabouts he would fediately notify the FRI,
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On November 30, 1971
Security b6 Per FAA/FBI and Investigations, Federal Aviation Administration, Anchorage, was contacted by SA and was requested to determine if any individual with
ST 164-81 3
On November 30, 1971
Security b6 Per FAA/FBI and Investigations, Federal Aviation Administration, Anchorage, was contacted by SA and was requested to determine if any individual with the surname of held a pilota License and/or was the registered mmer of an aircraft.
On December 1, 1971, Chief, Security and Investigations, Federal Aviationa Administration, Anchorage, advised SA that
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he contacted the Federal Aviation Administration Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, on that date and that their records reflect that a was on file as having a private pilot single engine land airplane license which was issued in 1951 under cerificate number He advised that the only address appearing In the file and which is probably the 1951 address 1. in Seattle, Washington. The files wits born in
show that. .
advised that he caused a further checks of physical examinations which are kept for a period of five years and this review indicated that was not current.
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advised that apparently there is a
permanent file on ; however, it is located in the GBA Records Center at Fort Worth, Texas, andthe identification mmber is
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advised that apparently there is a
permanent file on ; however, it is located in the GBA Records Center at Fort Worth, Texas, andthe identification mmber is
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advised that there is no annual up dating
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af current residences and that any current or new
DB Cooper-28723
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residences on file would result from additional ratings that applies for. In this case he indicated that has only his single engine land airplane certificate. He advised that is personally unknown to him,
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DB Cooper-28724SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: SEATTLE
12/6/71
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telephonically advised 12/5/71, that was a look-alike to the picture of the hijacker of captioned aircraft. She stated that she had no reason to suspect phone
She described him as being approximately 35 years, 5'8", eyes, hair, and furnished an address of
(3)
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She stated that she had no reason to suspect phone
She described him as being approximately 35 years, 5'8", eyes, hair, and furnished an address of
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DB Cooper-28725 b6 b7C
Dear Sir.
12-1-71
X=P./12 My wife and I agreed I should send you this. It might hor as wild a guess as the plot itself but here I go. I looked at the composite in the Paper of your hisacher and I said. I know him, but from where ?" Today I remembered who I thought reminder? me of the photo. In the years b6
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DB Cooper-28727FBI description of hijacker given
This drawing below of the hijacker was made by FBI artists during in- terviews with witnesses, primarily
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DB Cooper-28727FBI description of hijacker given
This drawing below of the hijacker was made by FBI artists during in- terviews with witnesses, primarily the aircraft crew. If a witness says of the drawing, "His lips look too thin," then changes are made.
Following is a word description of the hijacker. Special FBI agent Tom , Manning said today he is particularly anxious to distribute picture and de- scription in The Daily News' circulation area.
Race: White
Sex: Male
Age: Mid 40s Height: 5' 10" to 6' Weight: 170 to 180 pounds Build: Average to well built Complexion: Olive, Latin appear- ance, medium smooth Hair: Dark brown or black, nor- mal style, parted on left, combed back, Sideburns, low car level Eyes: Possibly brown. During latter part of flight put on dark,
wrap-around sunglasses with dark rims
Voice: Low, spoke intelligently; no particular accent, possibly from Midwest section of the U.S.
Characteristic: Heavy smoker of Raleigh filter lip cigarettes
Wearing Apparel: Black or brown suit; white shirt; narrow black tie; black dress suit; black rain-type overcoat or dark top coat; dark briefcase or attache case; carried paper bag
Characteristic: Heavy smoker of Raleigh filter lip cigarettes
Wearing Apparel: Black or brown suit; white shirt; narrow black tie; black dress suit; black rain-type overcoat or dark top coat; dark briefcase or attache case; carried paper bag 4"x12"x14"; brown shoes
Composite drawing of hijacker
DB Cooper-2872812/2/71
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA THOMAS J. MANNING
UNSUB; Northwest Airlines Flight 305 Seattle to Portland 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING 00: Seattle
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Attached to this communication are photographs of individuals who have been suggested as possible suspects in captioned matter. These suggestions have come from members of law enforcement agencies, in the
Clark and Cowlitz County, Washington areas.
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DB Cooper-2872912/3/71
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC PAUL R. BIBLER
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper; NW AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: SE
lives at
who said
telephone called.
BIBLER
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper; NW AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: SE
lives at
who said
telephone called.
. He said he told this to COP JOE MAY and he wondered if MAY had furnished this to us. I told him I would advise the Agent handling this case in that area.
PRB (3)
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DB Cooper-28730 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
11/30/71
SPC FRANCIS E. ENTLER
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305 PORTLAND TO SEATTLE 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
. telephone b6 advised that at approximately 9:30 P.M., this date, he observed a man who resembled the artist's conception published in the daily newspapers.
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121PM URGENT 12/3/71 
TO DIRECTOR DALLAS SEATTLE FROM CINCINNATI (164-55) 2P
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST; CAA - HIJACKING; .
002 CI PLAIN
121PM URGENT 12/3/71 
TO DIRECTOR DALLAS SEATTLE FROM CINCINNATI (164-55) 2P
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST; CAA - HIJACKING; . EXTORTION 00 SEATTLE
RE BUREAU AIRTEL NOVEMBER TWENTYNINE LAST.
NOVEMBER THIRTY LAST
TELEPHONICALLY ADVISED HE HAD SEEN THE ARTIST CONCEPTION OF UNSUB IN A LOCAL NEWSPAPER AND THOUGHT IT WAS SOMEONE HE HAD KNOWN. REQUESTED TO SEE A LARGER PHOTO. DECEMBER TWO LAST WAS SHOWN A TELECOPIER PHOTO OF ARTIST CONCEPTION OF UNSUB. HE COULD NOT ASSOCIATE A NAME WITH UNSUB BUT THOUGHT IT WAS SOMEONE WHO HAD BEEN PART OF
WHEN HE WAS
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FBL . SEATTLE
DB Cooper-28732
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DECEMBER THREE INSTANT SAID HE HAD TELEPHONED
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DESIRES TO SEE ARTIST CONCEPTION OF UNSUB. DALLAS WILL EXHIBIT ARTIST CONCEPTION TO AND ADVISE BREAU AND 00 RESULTS. END 
FBI SEATTLE b6 b7C
DB Cooper-28733 F
NR 035 LA PLAIN 1041 PM NITEL 12-2-71 
TO NEW HAVEN (164-77) SEATTLE (164-81) FRON LOS ANGELES (164-497)
UNSUB; HIJACKING OF NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO
FBI SEATTLE b6 b7C
DB Cooper-28733 F
NR 035 LA PLAIN 1041 PM NITEL 12-2-71 
TO NEW HAVEN (164-77) SEATTLE (164-81) FRON LOS ANGELES (164-497)
UNSUB; HIJACKING OF NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST, CAA DASH HIJACKING; EXTORTION, 00 SEATTLE.
* RE LOS ANGELES TELS TO SEATTLE NOVEMBER TWENTYSIX, DECEMBER ONE AND DECEMBER TWO INSTANT. NEW HAVEN TEL TO BUREAU, SEATTLE AND LOS ANGELES DECEMBER ONE LAST.
RE : SET
FORTH LOS ANGELES TEL NOVEMBER TWENTYSIX LAST.
ON DECEMBER ONE LAST, b6 b7C
ADVISED HE IS
ADVISED DOES NOT MATCH PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT AND HE WOULD DEFINITELY DISCOUNT AS POSSIBLE SUSPECT THIS MATTER.
END PAGE ONE
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BEAR
watYch
OSRI
1971
FBI - SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-28734
$ LA 164-497
PAGE TWO
ON DECEMBER ONE LAST, VIEWED THE ARTIST'S CONCEPTION OF UNSUB AND STATED DOES NOT LOOK LIKE SKETCH.
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ON NOVEMBER THIRTY LAST, , WHO PREVIOUSLY FURNISHED THE NAME OF AS A POSSIBLE SUSPECT THIS b7D
b6
b7C
MATTER, WAS INTERVIEWED AND ADVISED ARTIST'S CONCEPTION DOES NOT RESEMBLE 1
IN ANYWAY, STATING HE RECALLS FACE MORE ROUNDER.
WHO PREVIOUSLY FURNISHED THE NAME OF AS A POSSIBLE SUSPECT THIS b7D
b6
b7C
MATTER, WAS INTERVIEWED AND ADVISED ARTIST'S CONCEPTION DOES NOT RESEMBLE 1
IN ANYWAY, STATING HE RECALLS FACE MORE ROUNDER. IT IS NOTED
1
NONE OF ABOVE BEING CONSIDERED SUSPECT BY LOS ANGELES. .
b6 RE SUSPECT
b7C
ON NOVEMBER THIRTY LAST, b6
9 ADVISED
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READ OF HIJACKING AND BELIEVED COOPER'S DESCRIPTION FAMILIAR TO UNSUB.
END PAGE TWO
DB Cooper-28735LA 164-497
PAGE THREE
COMPOSITE DRAWING OF UNSUB WAS DISPLAYED TO 9 WHO ADVISED HAIR LINE AND HAIR STYLE COMPLETELY DIFFERENT FROM UNSUB. ADDITIONAL QUESTIONING REVEALED
AS
UNABLE TO IDENTIFY ARTIST'S CONCEPTION AS GOOD LIKENESS OF - HE IS NOT BEING CONSIDERED SUSPECT THIS MATTER. RE
ON DECEMBER TWO INSTANT, A REVIEW OF SANTA BARBARA CITY DIRECTORY FOR SEVENTY, REVEALED
?
NO LISTING IDENTIFIABLE
WITH COULD BE FOUND IN SEVENTYONE DIRECTORY.
INSTANT DATE FILES OF CREDIT BUREAU OF SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA, REVEALED
RESIDING.
HIS AGE SHOWN AS
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AND
KNOWN TO AGENCY SINCE FORTYFIVE. NO INDICATION
IN SANTA BARBARA SINCE SEVENTY AND LAST ADDRESS SHOWN
END PAGE THREE
DB Cooper-28736LA 164-497
PAGE FOUR
IN JULY SEVENTY ONE WAS 1
NO INDICATION
IN SANTA BARBARA SINCE SEVENTY AND LAST ADDRESS SHOWN
END PAGE THREE
DB Cooper-28736LA 164-497
PAGE FOUR
IN JULY SEVENTY ONE WAS 1
WITH EMPLOYMENT SHOWN AS RALPH M. PARSONS 1
(NO ADDRESS SHOWN). PRIOR
EMPOLYMENT SHOWN AS
* 2
RECORDS SANTA BARBARA POLICE DEPARTMENT REVEALED DONALD ERN NELSON DOB FEBRUARY TWENTYFOUR TWENTYONE, NINE TWO 1 EIGHT SAN ANDREAS STREET, SANTA BARBARA, ARRESTED FORTYEIGHT FOR DRUNK AND PAID TEN DOLLAR FIVE.
NO RECORD IDENTIFIABLE WITH NELSON LOCATED FILES SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE.
RE SUSPECT
ON DECEMBER ONE LAST RECORD COMPUTER CREDIT BUREAU OF LOS ANGELES, LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT, LOS ANGELES SHERIFF'S OFFICE AND REGISTRAR OF VOTERS WERE REVIEWED AND NO RECORD IDENTIFIABLE WITH LOCATED. b6 b7C
ON SAME DATE, RECORDS UCLA, CALIFORNIA STATE LOS ANGELES, SAN FERNANDO VALLY STATE COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA EXTENSION SERVICES, LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE, LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE AND LOS ANGELES TRADE AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE WERE CAUSED TO BE CHECKED WITH NEGATICE RESULTS. LOS ANGELES INDICES NEGATIVE,
END PAGE FOUR
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DB Cooper-28737LA 164-497
PAGE FIVE
RE
OF CALIFORNIA EXTENSION SERVICES, LOS ANGELES VALLEY COLLEGE, LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE AND LOS ANGELES TRADE AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE WERE CAUSED TO BE CHECKED WITH NEGATICE RESULTS. LOS ANGELES INDICES NEGATIVE,
END PAGE FOUR
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DB Cooper-28737LA 164-497
PAGE FIVE
RE INFO FURNISHED BY TO NEW HAVEN
DECEMBER ONE LAST.
ON DECEMBER TWO INSTANT, 9 9
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ADVISED MATTER REPORTED TO FBI IN EVENT REWARD OFFERED.
STATED HAD NO PERSONAL KNOWLEDGE AND INFORMATION
CAME FROM
INSTANT DATE,
ADVISED AS FOLLOWS:
ON NOVEMBER TWENTYEIGHT LAST, HE
SAW ARTIST'S SKETCH OF HIJACKER ON TV.
LOOKED LIKE
SKETCH ON TV.
STATED HAS NO REASON TO BELIEVE WAS HIJACKER AND DESCRIBED HIM AS WMA, BORN
AT 9 SIX FOOT ONE, ONE HUNDRED
FIFTYFIVE POUNDS, HAIR
EYES UNKNOWN, SLIGHT
BUILD,
EARS NOTICABLY PROTRUDING FROM HEAD.
END PAGE FIVE
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DB Cooper-28738'LA 164-497
PAGE SIX
DESCRIBED AS
TATTOOS UNKNOWN.
AFTER ABOVE INTERVIEW, ARTIST'S CONCEPTION OBSERVED
. BY , WHO ADVISED DOES NOT APPEAR IDENTICAL TO SKETCH OF HIJACKER.
ARREST RECORD LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT NEGATIVE.
5
LOS ANGELES INDICES AND NCIC NEGATIVE RE - IN VIEW OF ABOVE, NOT BEING CONSIDERED LOGICAL SUSPECT THIS MATTER.
5
LOS ANGELES INDICES AND NCIC NEGATIVE RE - IN VIEW OF ABOVE, NOT BEING CONSIDERED LOGICAL SUSPECT THIS MATTER.
RE LATIN SKY DIVING CLUB
ON. DECEMBER ONE LAST,
2 ADVISED HE IS
AND &
HE ADVISED LATIN SKY DIVING CLUB IS A GROUP THAT JUMPS FROM PERRIS AIRPORT AND ALSO AIRPOST AT ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA.
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END PAGE SIX
DB Cooper-28739LA 164-497
PAGE SEVEN
AND THEIR TELEPHONE NUMBERS, WHO WERE MEMBERS OF CLUB. HE DESCRIBED CLUB MEMBERSHIP AS BETWEEN TEN AND TWENTY MOST FROM EAST LOS ANGELES AREA. SAID DISCUSSION AMONG GROUP APPEARED TO BE NOTHING MORE THAN NORMAL INTEREST OF SKY DIVERS ABOUT CRIME WHERE HIJACKERS JUMP FROM AIRPLANE AND NONE OF CLUB MEMBERS HAD ACTED SUSPICIOUS SINCE HIJACKING. THIS CLUB DESCRIBED AS LOCAL IN NATURE AND NOT NATIONAL ORGANIZATION.
SEATTLE, AT FERNDALE, WASHINGTON, CONDUCT APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATION THROUGH LAST ADDRESS OF DONALD ERN NELSON, BOX ONE NINE THREE, FERNDALE OR COMPANY
b6 b7C TO LOCATE AND ESTABLISH WHEREABOUTS OF NELSON DURING PERTINENT PERIOD.
SEATTLE, AT FERNDALE, WASHINGTON, CONDUCT APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATION THROUGH LAST ADDRESS OF DONALD ERN NELSON, BOX ONE NINE THREE, FERNDALE OR COMPANY
b6 b7C TO LOCATE AND ESTABLISH WHEREABOUTS OF NELSON DURING PERTINENT PERIOD.
LOS ANGELES AT
9 CALIFORNIA, WILL ASCERTAIN IF
KNOWN TO
OR IF NAME MAINTAINED IN RECORDS PARACHUTE CLUB LOS ANGELES AREA.
AT EAST LOS ANGELES, WILL INTERVIEW
9
.
FOR ALL INFORMATION
CONCERNING MEMBERSHIP OF CLUB AND DISPLAY ARTIST CONCEPTION TO
END
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RECD. FOUR TELS FBI SE HOLD
DB Cooper-28740
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b6 b7C
b6 b7Cleib j Elen
NRØØ4 AQ PLAIN
8:33PM NITEL. 12/2/71
TO:
SEATTLE (164-81)
SAN FRANCISCO
FROM:
ALBUQUERQUE (149-131)
-P-
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST, CAA - HIJACKING. 00: SEATTLE
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RE ST. LOUIS TELETYPE TO SEATTLE, DECEMBER ONE LAST.
b6 RE SUSPECT
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LOCATED DECEMBER ONE LAST AT HIS PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT,
ALBUQUERQUE. STATE'S HE HAS BEEN EMPLOYED WAS - EMPLOYED THERE ON NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST AND ACTUALLY WORKED ON NOVEMBER TWENTYFIVE b6
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LAST.
PRESENCE IN ALBUQUERQUE VERIFIED THROUGH EMPLOYMENT
END PAGE ONE
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LAST.
PRESENCE IN ALBUQUERQUE VERIFIED THROUGH EMPLOYMENT
END PAGE ONE
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SEARCHED .._____ INDEX b6
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DE 197
FBI . SEATTLE
DB Cooper-28741 PAGE TWO AQ (149-131)
RECORDS AND THROUGH HIS EMPLOYER, OF INSTANT FIRM. b6
b7C
CURRENTLY RESIDES
ALBUQUERQUE, AND WAS BORN
NO. OTHER
INVESTIGATION BEING CONDUCTED RE
RE (SUSPECT
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EFFORTS TO LOCATE ANY FORWARDING ADDRESS FOR
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b7C
NEGATIVE .: ALSO NO INFORMATION OBTAINED CONCERNING
LOCATION
SAN FRANCISCO ATTEMPT TO LOCATE THROUGH MORE CURRENT b6 SAN FRANCISCO ADDRESSES FURNISHED IN RETEL.
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CONSIDER 'UNSUB DANGEROUS.
END
. HOLD
FBI SE b6 b7C
DB Cooper-28742 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
12/2/71
FROM : S
SPC
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
DAN COOPER;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305,
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE,
11/24/71
CAA ~ HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: Seattle
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At 5:55 PM, 12/2/71,
, phone phone that above captioned UNSUB may be one Washington, for .
12/2/71
FROM : S
SPC
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
DAN COOPER;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305,
PORTLAND TO SEATTLE,
11/24/71
CAA ~ HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: Seattle
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At 5:55 PM, 12/2/71,
, phone phone that above captioned UNSUB may be one Washington, for .
" advised writer by tele- b7C b7D
Although facial features are approximately the same, according to
is only , If even that much.
is only casual acquaintance to and reporte not a criminal. The only reason he called was be- cause of the facial features of composite fitting those of
is described only as # 33-35 years old] brown build.
hair,
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164-81-491
SEARCHED SERIALIZED ..
EXE ED ..
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DEC 2 197 FBI . SEATTLE
5010-TOS
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-28743 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
12/1/71
SA
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: SEATTLE
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On 12/1/71, so, Washington, advised that at 1200 hours on this date his department received a call from ALMON D. DE GRAN, Age 72, Bucoda, Washington, that he had information concerning the location of the "skyjacker.
DE GRAN, Age 72, Bucoda, Washington, that he had information concerning the location of the "skyjacker."
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He said was dispatched to contact b6
DE GRAN which he did, and he, filed the following report: b7C
ALMON D. DE GRAN, age 72, who is living under poor condi- tions at Bucoda, Washington, had located the "skyjacker," his parachute, and the money by use of his homemade detector-direction finder. DE GRAW stated he had devined the location of the above as being in Skamania County 45 miles east of Woodland, Washington between Mt. St. Helens and an unnamed resevoir on the Lewis River Road.
described the "direction finder" as being several alka-seltzer bottles attached by strings and nylon stockings along with some pieces of metal.
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The above is being furnished for whatever action may be deemed advisable.
(2)
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DB Cooper-28744SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
12/2/71
SA
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UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION OOZ SEATTLE
On 11/29/71,
advised that he had received a call from
Washington, b6 b7C
his
SEATTLE (164-81)
12/2/71
SA
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UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION OOZ SEATTLE
On 11/29/71,
advised that he had received a call from
Washington, b6 b7C
his that
phone who told
had been contacted on. 11/26/71, by who wanted to rent her rental house. She fell these Individuals were suspicious since she normally doesn't see looking for mm a house to rent. They indicated they were from Upokane, and she noted they're license as being said he didn't know if there was any other reason was suspicious of these individuals.
1
On 12/1/71, Washington, advised that had observed that
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and
wanted to rent house, but after viewing the composite drawing of the hijacker they did not feel any of them were the hijacker. She added that had no other reason for being suspicious of those men other that she just didn't feel it was normal for to be looking for an apart-
want. She added that one of the mon
which also made suspicious.
The above is being furnished for information.
(2)
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164-81-502
DB Cooper-28745·NRØØ4 NK PLAIN · 7:14PM I MME DI A T E 12-2-71
b6
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164-81-502
DB Cooper-28745·NRØØ4 NK PLAIN · 7:14PM I MME DI A T E 12-2-71
b6
Sub b7C · TO DIRECTOR PHILADELPHIA b6 b7C NEW YORK
. FROM NEWARK (164-196) (P) 3P
Sub J/
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, ELEVEN TWENTY FOUR SEVENTY ONE, CAA-HIJACKING. 00 SEATTLE
RE: BU AIRTEL NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE LAST AND NEW YORK TEL CALL TO NK, DECEMBER TWO INSTANT.
NEW YORK OFFICE TELEPHONICALLY ADVISED THAT
. b6
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TEL NUMBER
N.J. TELEPHONICALLY ADVISED
THIS DATE HE HAD RECEIVED CALL FROM ONE
REQUESTING
THAT
RECORDS.
STATED
WOULD FURNISH NO ADDRESS.
ON INSTANT DATE,
RE MATTER, X
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, ADVISED HE RECEIVED
CALL FROM
ON NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE LAST
WHEREIN
REQUESTED
INQUIRED AS TO WHERE HE COD
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AND
HUNG UP.
STATED 164-81-468
TWELVE ONE LAST, STATED THIS IS
SEARCHED
INDE FILE b6
SERLA
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DEU 02 1971 FBI - SEATTLE
., END. OF PAGE ONE
DB Cooper-28746 PAGE THREE
NK 164-196
OTHER LOCATED
RECORDS AS FOLLOWS: b6
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ONE
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DOB
SIXTY FIVE LBS., SIX FEET,
ADDRESS
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NY, TEL. NO.
OF PAGE ONE
DB Cooper-28746 PAGE THREE
NK 164-196
OTHER LOCATED
RECORDS AS FOLLOWS: b6
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ONE
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DOB
SIXTY FIVE LBS., SIX FEET,
ADDRESS
b6
NY, TEL. NO.
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YRS. OLD IN
WHEN HE
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ALSO,
b6
b7C , PHILA., PA., LISTED AS
DASH
b7D IN PERIOD
NO LEADS BEING SET FORTH RE
·NY, DUE TO AS WELL AS
b6 FOR PHILA, PA,. DUE TO PERIOD HE b7C
AND FACT HE WAS MINOR, UACB.
CONSIDER UNSUB DANGEROUS. END
DB Cooper-28748 12/2/71
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC PAUL R, BIBLER
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: SEATTLE
He was 56 b7C
called collect from somewhat intoxicated. He said that he knew who "COOPER was" and he was a man who had
He wanted to know how much we would pay him to furnish information.
I told him we could work out something satisfactory and requested that he give me an address where he could be located and interviewed by our Agent in He refused b6 b7C
until I had assured him of some substantial money and I again told him that wouldhave to be worked out face to face.
an address where he could be located and interviewed by our Agent in He refused b6 b7C
until I had assured him of some substantial money and I again told him that wouldhave to be worked out face to face.
Hetas cooperative and finally said he was going to be in Seattle on 12/3/71 and would call again.
PRB : (3)
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SEARCHED INDEXED. SERIALIZED. FILED
020
FBI-SEATTU
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DB Cooper-28749 NR 006 PD PLAIN 3:05 PM URGENT 12-2-71 TO: SEATTLE (164-81) . FROM: PORTLAND (164-41) (P) 2P
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UNSUB, AKA DAN COOPER, HIJACKING OF NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR, SEVENTY ONE; CAA-HIJACKING; EXTORTION; 00: SEATTLE; BUFILE ONE SIX FOUR-TWO ONE ONE ONE.
AT APPROXIMATELY TWO PM THIS DATE, ONE
TELEPHONED b6 b7C b7D
PORTLAND OFFICE ADVISING HE WAS CALLING FROM EPHRATA, WASHINGTON, A TOWN HE IS PASSING THROUGH EN ROUTE TO HE IS DRIVING A BROWN NINETEEN SIXTY FOUR PONTIAC STATION WAGON, WASHINGTON LICENSE UNKNOWN. ADVISED 9 TRAVELING WITH HIM, HAVE OBSERVED ARTIST'S CONCEPTION OF UNSUB THIS MATTER AND CONCLUDED HE IS IDENTICAL WITH ONE (FNU) ,
b6 b7C
0 SUSPECT
FITS DESCRIPTION
OF UNSUB AND IS
DECLINED TO
FURNISH FURTHER
9 TRAVELING WITH HIM, HAVE OBSERVED ARTIST'S CONCEPTION OF UNSUB THIS MATTER AND CONCLUDED HE IS IDENTICAL WITH ONE (FNU) ,
b6 b7C
0 SUSPECT
FITS DESCRIPTION
OF UNSUB AND IS
DECLINED TO
FURNISH FURTHER DETAILS OVER TELEPHONE BUT
AGREED TO STOP AT
PD AFTER ARRIVAL AND WILL LEAVE
END PAGE ONE
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SEARCHED
SERIA
FBI - SEATT
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DB Cooper-28750 PD 164-41
PAGE TWO
ADDRESS WHERE SPENDING THE NIGHT. HE EXPECTS TO ARRIVE AT b6 b7C b7D
TODAY. SEATTLE HANDLE.
END FBI SEATTLE b6 b7C
DB Cooper-28751NR 017 SF PLAIN
10:28PM NITEL 12/1/71 b6 b7C
TO :'
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) ((P)
UNSUB, NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND, OREGON TO SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, ONE NI NE SEVEN ONE, CAA - AIR PIRACY, 00: SEATTLE.
FOR INFORMATION SEATTLE, ON NOVEMBER TWENTYEIGHT LAST,
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TELEPHONICALLY CONTACTED SAN FRANCISCO FBI AND
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ADVISED
WHO RESEMBLES UNSUBS
COMPOSITE DRAWING WHICH ARREARED IN- AREA NEWSPAPERS.
ALSO ON NOVEMBER THIRTY LAST, SAN FRANCISCO FBI RECEIVED ,
ANONYMOUS CALL ADVISING A
WHO RESIDES IN
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APARTMENT AREA OF STREETS,
CALIFORNIA,
LNU WHO
RESEMBLES
ALSO ON NOVEMBER THIRTY LAST, SAN FRANCISCO FBI RECEIVED ,
ANONYMOUS CALL ADVISING A
WHO RESIDES IN
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APARTMENT AREA OF STREETS,
CALIFORNIA,
LNU WHO
RESEMBLES UNSUB
ON INSTANT DATE
ADVISED
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SHE
WHO, TO HER, RESEMBLES b7D
DRAWING' OF UNSUB.
END PAGE ONE
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BRAK
ND
SERI
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FBI - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-28762 PAGE TWO
SF 164-220
SHE FURNISHED PHOTO OF TAKEN IN b6
AND SAID SHE HAS NOT SEEN HIM SINCE
INDICATED HAD BEEN
SHE BELIEVES .HE. WAS IN
TROUBLE
DESCRIBED AS WMA, FORTYTWO OR FORTYTHREE YEARS b6
OF AGE,
HAIR, COMPLEXION, TANS' DEEPLY. b7D
, CALIFORNIA, AREA BUT NOW RESIDING b6
CALIFORNIA AREA, TELEPHONE
HAS BACKGROUND IN
AND WEARS GLASSES:
INQUIRY INSTANT DATE IN APARTMENT AREA MENTIONED ABOVE
DETERMINED
RESIDES b6
CONTACTED
AND ADVISED
CONTACTED AT ABOVE ADDRESS THIS DATE
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b6 AND DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE IDENTICAL WITH COMPOSITE DRAWING b7C
END PAGE TWO
DB Cooper-28763PAGE THREE
SF 164-220
OF UNSUB.
BORN
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b7C
FIVE FEET TEN INCHES, ONE EIGHT TWO POUNDS, GRAYING
BROWN HAIR,
EYES.
HAS NO CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S
LICENSE AND NO RECENT PHOTO.
BORN
b6
b7C
FIVE FEET TEN INCHES, ONE EIGHT TWO POUNDS, GRAYING
BROWN HAIR,
EYES.
HAS NO CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S
LICENSE AND NO RECENT PHOTO.
HE ADVISED WAS IN
ON b6 NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR LAST, HAD
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TIME AND
HAS WORKED FOR YEARS.
PHOTO OF
BEING SENT BY b6
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AIRTEL, SEATTLE DISPLAY PHOTO TO WITNESSES AND IF MORE RECENT PHOTO DESIRED, ADVISE SAN FRANCISCO RE ADDITIONAL INVESTIGATION IN
CALIFORNIA.
============= ARMED AND DANGEROUS -----========
END
b6 b7C FBI SE
DB Cooper-28764 NRØ03 BH PLAIN 7-22 PM NITEL 12-1-71
TO
DIRECTOR (146-2111)
SEATTLE
SAN FRANCISCO
FROM
BIRMINGHAM (164-35) (RUC)
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOV. TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE. CAA- HIJACKING. 00 SEATTLE.
RE BIRMINGHAM TELCAL TO SEATTLE THIS DATE.
ON THIS DATE
9 CONFIDENTIALLY b6 b7C b7D
ADVISED AS FOLLOWS;
2 WHO HAS BEEN IN SHE IS
WITH SSAN
HE HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN
LAST KNOWN
WITHIN THE PAST SHE HAS NOT HEARD FROM
SHE HAS OBSERVED THE COMPOSIT PHOTO OF UNSUB IN NEWSPAPERS AND IS
OF OPION HAS SIMILAR APPEARANCE, ALTHOUGH COMPOSIT
PHOTO DOES NOT SHOW 9 WHICH HAS, AND HAIR END PAGE ONE
Sub.
SHE HAS NOT HEARD FROM
SHE HAS OBSERVED THE COMPOSIT PHOTO OF UNSUB IN NEWSPAPERS AND IS
OF OPION HAS SIMILAR APPEARANCE, ALTHOUGH COMPOSIT
PHOTO DOES NOT SHOW 9 WHICH HAS, AND HAIR END PAGE ONE
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SEARCHED .......... + INDEXED, SERIALIZED .... FILED. DEC 1 197 FBI - SEATTLE
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-28765
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b6 b7C b7D PAGE TWO
LINE OF COMPOSIT PHOTO OF UNSUB IS HIGHER THAN THAT OF b6 b7C b7D
SHE SAID IN VIEW OF IN PAST, AND HIS
SHE BELIEVES HE IS FULLY CAPABLE OF
COMMITTTING INSTANT HIJACKING, ALTHOUGH SHE HAS NO SPECIFIC INFORMATIO
HE WAS INVOLVED IN HIJACK. SHE COULD FURNISH NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
9
IT APPEARS FROM REVIEW OF BIRMINGHAM FILES THAT
IS SUBJECT OF CLOSED
CASE, BUFILE
SF FILE
00 NORFOLK, AND WAS LAST APPREHENDED ON
LAST, CONFINED IN
9 ,CAL . ,
COUNTY SO NO.
IS DESCRIBED AS WM, BORN
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EYES, SCARS ON
NORFOLK, VA.
SAN FRANCISCO WILL OBTAIN PHOTO OF
SO, CAL., AND HAVE SAME DISPLAYED TO WITNESSES.
END 
BBI SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-28766 NR 013 IP PLAIN
3:50 AM NITEL 11/30/71,7/347 SENT 12/1/71 
TO
END 
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DB Cooper-28766 NR 013 IP PLAIN
3:50 AM NITEL 11/30/71,7/347 SENT 12/1/71 
TO
ST. LOUIS
SEATTLE
FROM
INDIANAPOLIS
(164-62)
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES SEVEN TWO SEVEN, PORTLAND, OREGON, NOV. TWENTYFOUR LAST; CAA DASH HIJACKING; 00 : SEATTLE.
INSTANT DATE,
IND., ADVISED ARTISTS CONCEPTION OF UNSUB APPEARING IN INDIANAPOLIS NEWSPAPER INSTANT DATE, MAY BE IDENTICAL TO (FNU) , WHO b6
ADVISED
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DESCRIBED
AS W/M , FIVE FT. EIGHT INCHES, ONE FIFTYFIVE TO ONE SIXTY LBS., SLENDER BUILD, RECEDING HAIR, SLIM NOSE, END PAGE ONE
St Louis HANDLING. IP.
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SEARCHED .......... INDEXED SERIALIZED ........ FILAD DEC 1 1971 FBI - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-28767
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NARROW MOUTH AND SLIGHT
ACCENT. HAS NOT SEEN
SINCE
BUT ADVISED HE RECALLS FACES WELL AS
INSTANT DATE, SA
LIASON, FT. HOLABIRD, b6 b7C
MD., ADVISED CID FILES REFLECT TRUE NAME TO BE
, W/M, DOB
SERIAL NO.
RA
FURTHER
HAS JUMP SCHOOL TRAINING AND WAS
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· PSYCHIATRIC EXAM MADE DEC.
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FURTHER
HAS JUMP SCHOOL TRAINING AND WAS
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· PSYCHIATRIC EXAM MADE DEC. TWENTY THREE
FIFTYSEVEN, DETERMINED
NO BACKGROUND AND
PHYSICAL INFO AVAILABLE IN FILE.
ST. LOUIS AT NPRC DASH MILITARY. OBTAIN ANY BACKGROUND
INFO, PHOTO AND PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF SEATTLE FURNISH INDIANAPOLIS SUFFICIENT DETAILS AND
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION RE UNSUB FOR USE IN ADDITIONAL INQUIRES RE THIS MATTER. - P- END FBII SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-28768 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
UNSUB, Aka Dan Cooper; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305 PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: SEATTLE
SUSPECT:
On November 29, 1971.
(PROTECT)
› telephone
contacted this office telephonically. advised that she was she would not identify the individuals, who stated they saw the artist's conception of the hijacker and felt strongly that it was the suspect. They indicated he lived in the Washington, area.
On November 30, 1971,
called this office and offered further information in instant matter.
They indicated he lived in the Washington, area.
On November 30, 1971,
called this office and offered further information in instant matter. She indicated the They described
suspect as being , medium heighth, early 50's, narrow thin high nose, dark hair. He probably would have a Washington Post Office address. stated he lives
further stated that suspect was in the and has worked as
Suspect currently
believed that the works Sub. J 164-81- 378.
3 - Seattle
(3)
FBf - STATI!
12/1/71
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DB Cooper-28769 Hov, 5-21- 61
FBI
Date:
11/30/71
mit the following In
TELETYPE
(Type in plaintext or code) NITEL
Ferecopier
(Priotity)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUSP
FROM: SAC, BUFFALO (164-0).
J Sub #
UNSUR: NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, FOXTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOV TWENTYFOUR SEVENTYONE. CAA - HIJACKING - EXTORTION, 00 SEATTLE.
REMYTEL CALL TODAY.
(PROTECT IDENTITY),
ADVISED THIS DATE THAT ALVIN MELVIN JOHNSTON, AKA TEX, MIGHT BE CONSIDERED A POSSIBLE SUSPECT IN CAPTIONED.
(PROTECT IDENTITY),
ADVISED THIS DATE THAT ALVIN MELVIN JOHNSTON, AKA TEX, MIGHT BE CONSIDERED A POSSIBLE SUSPECT IN CAPTIONED. MATTER. SAID JOHNSTON
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DB Cooper-28773
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FBI
Date:
amit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
(Priority) STATEN JOHNSTON FELT JOHASTOX'S
AND PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION WOULD MAKE
HIM LOGICAL SUSPECT. DESCRIBED JOHNSTON AS OF AS W/M. :
DOB AUG ETGHT FOURTEEN (LOOKS YOUNGER THAN FIFTYSEVEN), SIX
ET ONE IN, ONE HUNDRED RFRETY LBS. IHEARING HAIR, PARTIALLY BAID, MUSTACHE, AVID HINTER AND FLYER., RECENT PHOTO OF JOHNSTON AVAILABLE IN
REQUESTED HIS IDENTYTY AS SOURCE OF INFORMATION BE MAINTAINED IN STRICT CONFIDENCE
Approved:
Sant M Pet
Special Agent in Choene
FF U.x. DEKONKKLIO FxiHUND OFFICE: 1971-2L-150
DB Cooper-28774
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b6 ib7C b7DOPTIONAL FORM NO.
DEKONKKLIO FxiHUND OFFICE: 1971-2L-150
DB Cooper-28774
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b6 ib7C b7DOPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1802 LDITION GSA FPMR (#: CFR) 101-11.4
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (160-81) (?)
DATE: 11/30/71
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
UNSUB ;
Northwest Airlines Filight #305
11/24/7].
CAA - Highjacking; Extortion
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On 11/30/71, at 12:50PM, Western Airlines, 3rd Floor of Terminal, Seatac Air- port, Seattle, Washington, telephonically advised that had told him the following:
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' On 11/17/71, a man, identifying himself as and giving his telephone number (business) as in Portland, Oregon, made reservations on Western Airlines Flight #645 to depart 11/17/71, from Portland to Los Angeles, and reservations to connect at Los Angeles on Continental Airlines Flight #56 to El Paso, Texas. stated he intended to pick up a car at El Paso. then, as though in jest, asked if it would
be alright for him to take a parachute aboard the airplane, in the event they were "highjacked".
then, as though in jest, asked if it would
be alright for him to take a parachute aboard the airplane, in the event they were "highjacked".
advised that the above terminal location, (telephone the shift from
is employed at and works
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INDEXED
S. ARCHED SERIALIZED ..
NOV CO 197T
Gianna Portalimal
DB Cooper-28776
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Planb6 b7C
NR' 010 SC PLAINTEXT 643PM URGENT 11-29-71 TO SEATTLE (164-81) PORTLAND
Mise persons
FROM SACRAMENTO (164-50) (5P)
UNSUB; NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST, CAA - HIGHJACKING ;.. EXTORTION. 00: SEATTLE.
RE SACRAMENTO TELETYPE TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTY SIX LAST; AND SACRAMENTO TELEPHONE CALL TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE INSTANT.
ON NOVEMBER TWENTY SIX LAST, b6 b7C
CALIFORNIA, REPORTED HAVING OBSERVED WHAT HE BELIEVED TO BE AN ILLUMINATED OBJECT DRIFTING IN THE AREA OF BENTON AIRPORT, REDDING, AT APPROXIMATELY TEN TEN P.M., NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST, AFTER WHICH THE OBJECT DESCENDED RAPIDLY AS IF FALLING TO THE GROUND.
M., NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST, AFTER WHICH THE OBJECT DESCENDED RAPIDLY AS IF FALLING TO THE GROUND. STATED THAT HE OBSERVED b6 b7C
THIS AFTER BEING ALERTED TO THE SKY BY NOISES FROM AN AIRPLANE.
END PAGE ONE
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88AF SER
EX ED 3
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ON NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE INSTANT,
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REDDING, CAME TO THE REDDING RESIDENT AGENCY AND RELEASED.
TO SA ONE OPAQUE POLYETHYLENE BAG APPROXIMATELY TWENTY THREE INCHES BY FIFTY INCHES WHICH BAG WAS RECOVERED BY HIM ON NOVEMBER TWENTY SEVEN LAST, AT ,A POINT IMMEDIATELY WEST OF BENTON AIRPORT ON THE SIDE OF A SANITARY LAND FILL. 'WHO CLAIMS TO HAVE OBSERVED THE SEVEN TWO SEVEN AIRCRAFT INVOLVED IN INSTANT MATTER FLY OVER REDDING AT APPROXIMATELY TEN P.M., NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST, ADVISED THAT HE HAS MADE INQUIRY CONCERNING
THIS BAG WITH EMPLOYEES OF HIGHES DASH AIRWEST, INC., REDDING, AND HAS OBTAINED THE OPINION FROM THEM THAT THIS BAG IS SIMILAR TO AND COULD BE A DISPOSAL END PAGE TWO
DB Cooper-28778PAGE THREE
SC 164-50
CAN LINER FROM A SEVEN TWO SEVEN PASSENGER AIRCRAFT
ON
AND HAS OBTAINED THE OPINION FROM THEM THAT THIS BAG IS SIMILAR TO AND COULD BE A DISPOSAL END PAGE TWO
DB Cooper-28778PAGE THREE
SC 164-50
CAN LINER FROM A SEVEN TWO SEVEN PASSENGER AIRCRAFT
ON NOVEMBER TWENTY FIVE LAST, A SIXTY FIVE PLYMOUTH STATION WAGON REPORTED STOLEN AT ROSEBURG, OREGON, ON NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST, WAS RECOVERED ABANDONED NEAR BENTON AIRPORT WHERE VEHICLE HAD BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY SEVENTY FIVE FEET INTO HEAVY MANZANITA BRUSH IN AN OBVIOUS ATTEMPT TO CONCEAL ITS LOCATION. A SEARCH OF THIS VEHICLE DISCLOSED THE PRESENCE OF TWO STRAPS, ONE OLIVE DRAB CANVAS. MATERIAL AND THE OTHER OF YELLOW NYLON MATERIAL NOT UNLIKE MATERIAL USED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF PARACHUTES. SEVERAL LATENT FINGERPRINTS WERE LIFTED FROM THE INTERIOR OF THIS VEHICLE.
ON NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE INSTANT,
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PHONICALLY ADVISED THAT HE HAD OBSERVED THE COMPOSITE DRAWING OF UNSUB AND HE CONSIDERS THE COMPOSITE TO BE
END PAGE - THREE
DB Cooper-28779PAGE FOUR
SC 164-50
SIMILAR IN MANY RESPECTS TO THE APPEARANCE OF
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WHEN LAST OBSERVED IN
NINETEEN
ON NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE INSTANT,
APPEARED AT THE REDDING RESIDENT AGENCY AND b6
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IN INSTANT
IN MANY RESPECTS TO THE APPEARANCE OF
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WHEN LAST OBSERVED IN
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ON NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE INSTANT,
APPEARED AT THE REDDING RESIDENT AGENCY AND b6
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IN INSTANT MATTER. NO SPECIFIC REASONS EXCEPT THAT
RESEMBLED
DESCRIPTIONS AND WAS
ON NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE INSTANT,
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OREGON, APPEARED IN REDDING AND RECOVERED
END PAGE FOUR
DB Cooper-28780 PAGE FIVE
SC 164-50
A SIXY FIVE PLYMOUTH STATION WAGON REFERRED TO ABOVE AT WHICH TIME HE ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STOLEN FROM THE PARKING LOT OF A HOSPITAL IN ROSEBURG, OREGON, ON THE NIGHT OF NOVEMBER TWENTY THREE DASH TWENTY FOUR, LAST, TENTATIVELY IDENTIFIED b6
THE STRAPS AS HAVING BEEN IN THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO ITS THEFT ..
AS REQUESTED BY SEATTLE, WILL FORWARD POLYETHYLENE BAG 'TO FBI IDENTIFICATION DIVISION FOR COMPARISON WITH OTHER MATERIAL SUBMITED IN INSTANT MATTER. WILL CONTACT OWNER OF SIXY FIVE PLYMOUTH TO DETERMINE IF STRAPS WERE IN VEHICLE PRIOR TO THEFT OF SAME, AND IF NOT, WILL FORWARD TO SEATTLE. EN D. FEE : FBI SEATTLE HOLD
DB Cooper-28781
b7CKRØ04 MI PLAIN
4:11 PM URGENT 11/30/71
TO
SEATTLE (164-81)
MINNEAPOLIS
ROM MILWAUKEE (164-37) 3P
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT
FEE : FBI SEATTLE HOLD
DB Cooper-28781
b7CKRØ04 MI PLAIN
4:11 PM URGENT 11/30/71
TO
SEATTLE (164-81)
MINNEAPOLIS
ROM MILWAUKEE (164-37) 3P
UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE. CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION. 00: SEATTLE.
RECENT PRESS AND TELEVISION COVERAGE INSTANT CASE SHOWED ARTIST'S SKETCH OF UNSUB RESULTING IN LEADS BEING EXPEDITIOUSLY HANDLED BY MILWAUKEE. ON NOVEMBER THIRTY, INSTANT, INTERVIEWED AND ADVISED:
ON TELEVISION SIX, TEN PM NEWS, MILWAUKEE, SHE
SAW SKETCH AND BELIEVED RESEMBLANCE OF
TO UNSUB.
DESCRIBED NOT SEEN FOR .
, BUT RECALLED AS WHITE MALE, SIX FEET ONE INCH,
HAIR PARTED ON RIGHT,
EYES, POSSIBLY
SMOKED PALL MALL
CIGARETTES OR CHESTERFIELDS IN LIEU.
END PAGE ONE
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CZAR OBRI
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UNSUB; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION (00:SE)
11/29/71
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pect in captioned hijacking,
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DB Cooper-28786Memorandum
To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-SE-81) (P)
Date
9/22/93
From :
SA
Subject:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
'Armed and Dangerous
Reference Salt Lake City airtel to Seattle, dated
4/13/93.
Reference
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has been suggested as a suspect in this matter because he resembles the artist's composite of UNSUB. In addition, who was interviewed in 1977, indicated that
to
he had no positive information, but that he believed be identical with UNSUB. He stated that is a trained paratrooper and that he had taken extensive training in night skydiving prior to captioned crime.
He stated that is a trained paratrooper and that he had taken extensive training in night skydiving prior to captioned crime. stated that he and
had discussed this matter on many occasions, and advised him that the amount taken in this hijacking was $204,000.00.
It has been learned, through investigation, that is a creditor of and that has made it clear that he is not going to repay the money to that he owes him.
age, at the time of the crime, was years. His height is 6', his weight is 165 pounds, and his eyes are blue. UNSUB, at the time of this crime, was described as 45 years old, with brown eyes.
It is noted that seems to have a motive for providing this information concerning · In that, owes him money and does not intend to repay it. In
addition, has furnished information that has admitted participating in this crime and taking $204,000.00 when the actual amount taken in the crime was $200,000.00. In view of these discrepancies, and in view of the fact that there are no logical leads remaining in this case, no further investigation will be conducted concerning at this time.
In view of these discrepancies, and in view of the fact that there are no logical leads remaining in this case, no further investigation will be conducted concerning at this time.
Armed and Dangerous
3) - Seattle
16HA-81-9224
SERIALIZED FILED
SEP 2 7 1993 FBI - SEATTLE
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TRANSMIT VIA: I_J Teletype 
PRECEDE? ". Inmed iniz Priority
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile Airtel
ES SECRET Routine : : CONFIDENTIAL ES UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS Date _1/22/80
TO
:
SAC, ATLANTA (164-0-172) (Squad 2)
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUB HH
SUBJECT :
D. B. COOPER
CAA (A)
00:
SEATTLE
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Re Atlanta airtel to Seattle dated 7/23/79 and Atlanta airtel to Seattle dated 11/20/79.
Enclosed are four artist's composits, two black and white and two color, depicting the NORJAC unknown subject, also known as D. B. Cooper, with and without glasses.
Enclosed are four artist's composits, two black and white and two color, depicting the NORJAC unknown subject, also known as D. B. Cooper, with and without glasses.
Crime
On 11/22/71, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight 305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 p. m., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his briefcase contained a bomb, which would blow up the plane unless his demands wore met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safey of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed in Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received his. parachutes and money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
2 - Atlanta (164-0-172) (Squad 2) (Encl 4) 2 - Seattle ( 164-8]
4)
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DB Cooper-28788
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, PORTLAND
DATE:
1/22/80
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
On
STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, PORTLAND
DATE:
1/22/80
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
On 12/19/79, b6 Vancouver, Washington, telephone provided the b7C following information by telephone:
He recently watched a television special about D.B. Cooper and after watching this show, realized that one of the individuals he works with resembles the composite likeness of Cooper. The individual who resembles Cooper is (LNU), who works at Nabisco in Portland, Oregon.
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is leaving his employment there on
currently lives in Salem, Oregon, and owns In addition, he is a helicopter pilot and spent time in Vietnam. Further, brags about the money he has and has made no statements as to where the money comes from.
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He described as follows :

Sex:	Male
Race :	White
Age :	35-36
Height:	6'-6'1"
Weight:	200-210 lbs.
Complexion :	Ruddy
Mouth :	Small
Build:
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He described as follows :

Sex:	Male
Race :	White
Age :	35-36
Height:	6'-6'1"
Weight:	200-210 lbs.
Complexion :	Ruddy
Mouth :	Small
Build:	No excess body fat

While he is not certain that this individual is, in fact, Cooper, he feels that the resemblance to Cooper is remarkable, plus the fact that he, has an unexplained SUBJ b6
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(LNU) and
Due to the age discrepency between Cooper, it appears to the Seattle Division as if the two are not identical. This information, however, is being furnished to the Portland Division in the event they desire to cor and investigation or in the event this matter may have reported to them prior. JAN
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings
1900
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DB Cooper-28791 OPTIONAL FORM NO.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings
1900
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DB Cooper-28791 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1079 EDITION GSA FPMR 141 CFA1 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum.

TO	: CA7, SCASTLE (164-31)(*)	DATE: 1./21./80
FROM	:
SUBJECT:	TARTAK (A ) M: SEATTLE	SUB J

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On January 15, 1989, ₱ Pidgefield, Washington, telephone , appeared at the Vancouver, Washington Resident Arency Office of the FBI. He provided the writer with a tape recording concerning his opinion of how D. B. COOPER disposed of the $290, 000 he received from the airlines. In brief, this method, according to was that COOPER worked for a bank and would slowly exchange the money he received from the hijacking for unmarked money and thus the money received from the airlines would be destroyed by the bank in a slow and steady manner.
Based on the fact thet there appears no concrete evidence from that the above is in fact what oclurred, it is recommended that no
Based on the fact thet there appears no concrete evidence from that the above is in fact what oclurred, it is recommended that no investigation be conducted.
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The tare recording is contained in a I-A envelone. 2 - Seattle
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$010-110
SEARCHFL
SCRIA ..
JAN2 1 1980
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-28792UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:
12/4/79
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
AC, DALLAS (164-0)
SUBJECT:
DR.JAK
00: SEATTLE
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SOB5 SUB-X
warwick ..
On November 30, 1979
2
Presbyterian Hospital, 8200 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, Texas, telephone , telephonically advised
as follows:
During , he was in the U. S. Army as an in Vietnam. In that capacity he conducted a "highly sensitive" investigation concerning an named
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During the interview, which was taped and subsequently transcribed,
mentioned an indi-
vidual named Seattle. He in connection with either Portland or stated the statement concerning had something to do with money being put in a bank account.
reiterated the investigation was highly confidential and he could furnish no further information.
He in connection with either Portland or stated the statement concerning had something to do with money being put in a bank account.
reiterated the investigation was highly confidential and he could furnish no further information. He had recently read an article concerning the D. B. COOPER matter and feels the Bureau may desire to attempt to locate military records regarding and attempt to review transcript for lead purposes.
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DB Cooper-28793 2- Seattle 1 - Dallas
(3)
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan Aru.s.Government Printing Office: 1976-241-530/301#
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.8 5010-112
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b6 b7C UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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DATE: 11/28/79
REPLY TO ATTN OF:
AC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
ORJAK
00: SEATTLE)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Enclosed for Seattle is a copy of a letter
from which was forwarded to the b6 Minneapolis Office by .Northwest Airlines, Inc., Minneapolis, Minnesota, on 10/30/79. Inasmuch as no other leads are outstanding in Minneapolis, this matter is considered RUC.
, Minneapolis, Minnesota, on 10/30/79. Inasmuch as no other leads are outstanding in Minneapolis, this matter is considered RUC.
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SUBJ 16:4-81-8185 b6 b7C 2 1 - Seattle (Inc. ) Vec'd Minneapolis (3) 
SEARCH SERIALE
FILED. 19 TOT-SEATTLE
- 1* _
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
OPTIONAL FI (REV. 7-76) GSAFPMR(+ 5010-112
1.6
DB Cooper-28794From the desk of-
October 30, 1979
Federal Bureau of Investigation US Department of Justice US Court House 110 South 4th Street Minneapolis, MN 55415 .
For your information.
Northwest Airlines, Inc.
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SUBJ 164-81-8184- b6 b7C
L SERIAL 179
ILTE
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DB Cooper-28795San Diego, Calif.
Oct. 27, 1979 b6 b7C
Northwest Airlines, Inc. Minneapolis -St. Paul Airport St. Paul, Minnesota 55111
Dear Sir;
In regard to the highjacking of your aircraft some years when the person jumped from the plane with the $200,000.
I have plotted upon the map of Washington State the location of the currency cache, it is contained in a wooden box holding aluminum container end sealed with paraffin.
I have plotted upon the map of Washington State the location of the currency cache, it is contained in a wooden box holding aluminum container end sealed with paraffin.
The location of the cache is within the bounds of the TOUTLE 15 minute series quadrangle.
To obtain better visual perception of the terrain, I suggest your Company apply for aerial photo enlargement to - Aerial Photography Field Office, ASCS-USDA, 2222 West 2300 South, P.O. Box 30010, Salt Lake City Utah 84125, specify STATE of WASHINGTON, COWLITZ COUNTY, TOUTLE quadrangle, 15 minute series (topographic), Range 1 E, Town- ship 9 N, Section 15, request 24"x24" photo enlargement at scale of 660'-1" - their price is $7.00.
Forward the aerial photo enlargement and I shal designate thereon the 'location of the currency cache.
Sincerely yours
DB Cooper-28796
SUB-1 16-1-81-5183
b6 b7CNovember 29, 1979
takk Sub R. C.J b6 b7C
Ass't Special Agent Seattle, Office, FBI Seattle, Washington 98101
Dear Sir:
I have written a book length novel based upon the D.B. Cooper episode of 1971, which will be released in early 1980.
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Ass't Special Agent Seattle, Office, FBI Seattle, Washington 98101
Dear Sir:
I have written a book length novel based upon the D.B. Cooper episode of 1971, which will be released in early 1980.
It would be appropriate to have an authentic reproduction of the composit drawing of the suspect, as has been publically released by the FBI.
I am therefore, writing to inquire if I could prevail upon you to send one to me that I could use, crediting its source as the FBI.
Very Sincerely,
Red Bluff, Calif
Copy of photo in/out file numbers next 12/28/79
SUB J 164-81-818-
DB Cooper-28797
b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
'TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile Priority AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
11/20/79
TO: SAC, SEATTLE FROM AC, ATLANTA (164-0-172) (SQ 2)
SUB- HH!
D.B. COOPER CAA 00: SEATTLE
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SUBJ
Re Atlanta airtel, 7/23/79.
Referenced airtel requested description of subject, his photo and summary of violation.
COOPER CAA 00: SEATTLE
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SUBJ
Re Atlanta airtel, 7/23/79.
Referenced airtel requested description of subject, his photo and summary of violation.
To date Atlanta Office has no record of having received answer to referenced airtel.
LEADS
SEATTLE
Furnish Atlanta information requested. 2 - Seattle I - Atlanta (3).
SUBJ
164-21-8179
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(Number)
DB Cooper-28798FD-36 (Rov, 5-22-78)
TRANSMIT VIA: 1.) Teletype
1: ] Facsimit.
AIRTEL
PRECEDENCE: [_ ] Immediate
Priority
[_] Routine
CLASSIFICATION:
TOP SECRET
SECRET
٢.١ CONFIDENTIAL
UNGLAS EF TO
Date
7/23/79
TO:'
SAC, SEATTLE (164- )
SUB-HH
SUBJ
FROM:
SAC, ATLANTA (164-0) (P) (SQUAD 2)
D.B. COOPER
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT .
00: SEATTLE ...
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On ·7/18/79, Deputy U.S. Marshal,
Rome Division, NDGA, Rome, GA requested to see a photograph
of subject as .he has encountered a white male last name of
who has just invested in a large acreage of land
and has been unable to
in the learn anything about him. He has no other reason to believe about could be subject.
he has encountered a white male last name of
who has just invested in a large acreage of land
and has been unable to
in the learn anything about him. He has no other reason to believe about could be subject.
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON .
Suairtel of subjects description photograph and summary of voolation.
ATLANTA DIVISION
AT ROME, GEORGIA
Upon receipt of terms from Seattle will recontact
Deputy Marshal and resolve matter. (Atlanta's reference regarding COOPER has been destroyed.I
2} Seattle 2- Atlanta
(4)
SUBJ 621-81-8170
SEARCHED
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b6 b7C UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81) (P)
DATE:
10/24/79
FROM
:
SA
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SUBJECT:
NORJACK
00: SE
On 10/19/79 an attempt was made to interview at his residence, ,
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Tacoma, Washington. was found not to be at home.
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81) (P)
DATE:
10/24/79
FROM
:
SA
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SUBJECT:
NORJACK
00: SE
On 10/19/79 an attempt was made to interview at his residence, ,
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Tacoma, Washington. was found not to be at home.
164-81-7205
77
Inquiries made at neighbors ascertained that did not have a telephone because he had to
720?
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On 10/22/79 attempts was again made to contact
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This time SA name and office telephone number were left inside the door of the residence.
On 10/23/79, telephonically contacted the b6 FBI at Tacoma from his work in Port Orchard, Washington. It was agreed upon that and
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would be available for an interview at the office of the FBI at Tacoma on 10/24/79.
164-81-7205 On 10/23/79 telephonically contacted the b6 FBI and left a message that for interview at telephone on 10/23/79 at 4p.m.
would be available b7C
On 10/23/79 SAS
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.contacted
residence. b7C Also present at the apartment was a from KIRO radio station. were informed that an interview wwould not be conducted in the presence of a news reporter. . The reporter voluntarily left the residence; however, refused to continue the interview without the SUBJ reporter present.
The reporter voluntarily left the residence; however, refused to continue the interview without the SUBJ reporter present.
164-81-815-91 b7C
It was noted that both a KIRO radio station recording
the room. Also noted were numerous wires running sunde
SERIALIZE
0
HIDEXES FILED 1979
b6 : apparatus and a tape recorder of was visible in
(2)
DB Cooper-28800
SUBJFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
10/2/79
TO: SAC_SETTLE (164-81) 
FROM SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (RUC) (#10)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
b6 b7C
Re Telcall from
to FBI, San Fran- cisco, dated September 28, 1979.
On September 28, 1979, Saratoga, California, telephone number telephonically contacted this office and advised of the following information.
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During the week of September 21 - 26, 1979, were deer hunting in the area
of the Trinity - Siskiyou
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During the week of September 21 - 26, 1979, were deer hunting in the area
of the Trinity - Siskiyou Mountain Line, located in Northern California, and discovered a brown military parachute amidst rugged terrain. questioned
if the parachute might possibly have been one used by D.B.COOPER. advised that he cut a small portion from the parachute which presently is in his possesion. stated he is employed by ESL Inc., 495 Java Drive, Sunnyvale, California, business telephone number (408) 734-2244, ext. and can be contacted at his office or at his residence after 5 p.m., should additional information be needed.
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Leads are being left to the discretion of the Office of Origin.
(2 - Seattle "1 - San Francisco
SUBHA 164-81-8756 b7C (3)
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DB Cooper-28802
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE
DATE:
8/30/79
: SAC, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (RUC) 
SUBJECT: NORJAK (00: Seattle)
CASO
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On 8/24/79, California, telephone was contacted at her b7C b7D
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE
DATE:
8/30/79
: SAC, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (RUC) 
SUBJECT: NORJAK (00: Seattle)
CASO
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On 8/24/79, California, telephone was contacted at her b7C b7D
residence relative to an earlier call to the San Diego Office in which claimed to have possible information regarding captioned matter.
She advised that who resides in , Washington, had
b6 b7C b7D with and
claimed that to the captioned hijacking. refused to furnish the
identity of stating that had been developed during the investigation and stating that to divulge the
would not mean anything".
She further advised that that
the hijacker, using the name D. B. COOPER, was actually a (LNU), who is the
Tacoma-Seattle area who is supposed to be a who committed his first and b6
last crime, that being captioned skyjacking. (LNU) is b7C
also supposed to be According to
b7D
the skyjacker had bailed out of the aircraft the area that they thought he
would have bailed out,
According to
the skyjacker had b6
bailed out of the aircraft
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The
b7D
skyjacker
refused to furnish any additional informationp.
the aircraft the area that they thought he
would have bailed out,
According to
the skyjacker had b6
bailed out of the aircraft
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The
b7D
skyjacker
refused to furnish any additional informationp. and during the course of the interview exhibited strange
2) - Seattle I - San Diego
(3)
DB Cooper-28803
SUBJ 164-81-SEx
SEAT SERIALI .
1200 197
I
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which he had Washington. She further identified as being employed Tacoma, Washington.
b6 b7C b7D UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
: SC CAROLYN FRANKHOUSER
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE: 8/22/79
J
SUBi SUB X ?
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phone
On 8/22/79 telephonically advised that an individual purchased some car insurance from him and that he was a "dead ringer" for D. B. COOPER. advised this individual is , Bothell, phone
The car he is insuring is a Serial
is a
He paid with a $100 bill bearing serial number K05159380A, 1969 series, Washington, D.C.
stated he formerly was a at McQuire AFB and hoped this information might be of some assistance.
CF/cf (2)
SUB-I 164-81-8153 2 1979
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DB Cooper-28805
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$
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SUB-I 164-81-8153 2 1979
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DB Cooper-28805
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$
b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev. 7-27-76)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate TOP SECRET SECRET . Airtel Routine CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
8/10/79
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, INDIANAPOLIS (164-177) (RUC)
NORJAK (A)
Bufile 164-2111
00: SE
SUB I
SUE Q
SUB à (notes)
Re SE airtel to IP, dated 4/20/79.
Enclosed for Seattle are the following: .
(1) Original and two copies of FD-302's reflecting interviews of and b6 b7C b7D
(2) Interview notes of interviews with and
Investigation at Indianapolis and Indiana, concluded. by observation, comparison to the composite and physical description, does not resemble the subject known as B. D. COOPER.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Seattle (Enc. 8) 1 - Indianapolis
(3)
LAPCHED
DETED
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LEO
A
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DB Cooper-28806
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FBI
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype
8) 1 - Indianapolis
(3)
LAPCHED
DETED
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LEO
A
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Approved:
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DB Cooper-28806
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FBI
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Facsimile Priority FD-302 |REV. [1-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription,
8/8/79
Indiana, after being advised of the identities of as Special Agents of
b6 b7C the FBI, furnished the following information:
advised that he is presently
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at Adams High School at Marshall School, Indiana. advised that he Indiana, in the Fall of 1971. also advised that he is a pilot, but has never parachuted in his life.
advised that he did
at Montana State University in Bozeman
Montana,
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finishing up his
*
furnished the following physical description of himself:
Name
Address
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Indiana
Date of Birth
Height
185
519"
Weight
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Hazel
Scars/Marks/Tattoos
None
SUBJ
Interviewed on
8/6/79
at
Indiana
File #
IP 164-177-
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SA
by
SA
Dote dictated
8/6/79
SE 164-81
815+
This document contoins neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F81.
Hazel
Scars/Marks/Tattoos
None
SUBJ
Interviewed on
8/6/79
at
Indiana
File #
IP 164-177-
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SA
by
SA
Dote dictated
8/6/79
SE 164-81
815+
This document contoins neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F81. It is the property of the FBI and is looned to your ogency: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-28807
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b6 FD-312 (REV.)-27-70) .
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription,
5/9/79
(Protect Identity),
› Indiana,
home telephone number the presence of her attorney,
was interviewed in
Indiana.
stated that during
Indiana, she became acquainted with a at that time was
(Last Name Unknown). During the stated that
could
and went to not remember the street address that lived on but it was in the Indiana area. seemed to exhibit quite a lot of money and it was not unusual for him During August of 1972, b6 and b7C b7D
there who allegedly
advised that he expected there at some future
time.
at the time and
states that because of the
in
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and also in view of the fact that he had a of his home of the
in California, Washington and Oregon, and the fact that he very closely resembles the artist's conception of D.
of the
in
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and also in view of the fact that he had a of his home of the
in California, Washington and Oregon, and the fact that he very closely resembles the artist's conception of D. B. COOPER, she felt that he possibly might be the hijacker of the Northwest Orient flight over Washington and Oregon in November, 1971.
%
SUBJ $150
SE 164-81
Interviewed on,
at
1 Indiana
File # IR 164 177 b6
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SA
5/4/79
by
Date dictated
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency; il and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-28808
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b6UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/28/79 b6 b7C
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (00: Seattle) Bufile 164-2111
SUB 4 SUBJ
For information of Seattle, on 5/29/79, Lewis River News, Woodland, Washington, telephonically contacted the Portland Office to furnish the following infor- mation:
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Since the hijacker in this matter parachuted from the Northwest Orient airliner in the vicinity of
of Seattle, on 5/29/79, Lewis River News, Woodland, Washington, telephonically contacted the Portland Office to furnish the following infor- mation:
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Since the hijacker in this matter parachuted from the Northwest Orient airliner in the vicinity of Woodland, Washington, his newspaper has monitored the investigation and the readers have followed it with interest. He wondered whether there had been any recent developments in the investi- gation, and he was advised that investigation was continuing to identify and process logical suspects. advised that he understood there was a dis- crepancy between the name "D. B. COOPER" by which UNSUB is generally known and the name "DAN COOPER" by which UNSUB was also known. The reason for this discrepancy, which was an error in reporting made by an Associated Press reporter on the. night of the hijacking, was explained to 
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b6 b7C then advised that recently a crude homemade gravestone had been discovered in a Woodland cemetery. This gravestone was made of concrete, and had the name "D. B. COOPER" scratched into it. The gravestone did not mark an actual grave, and was obviously merely a prank.
COOPER" scratched into it. The gravestone did not mark an actual grave, and was obviously merely a prank.
The above is for information of the Seattle Division. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Seattle 2 - Portland
(4)
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DB Cooper-28811
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings PlanUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM :	SA
SUBJECT:	NORJAK

DATE: 6/15/79
SUBI
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Re memo of
dated 3/10/79. b6 b7C
A 1 Tacoma, Washington, was contacted at her residence with respect to information she provided the FBI that a person has been seen in her neighborhood, who strongly resembles the subject of this case.
Upon displaying identification to
and informing her that this response by the FBI was in connection with a telephone call she placed to the office at Seattle, Washington, on or about 3/10/79, she replied, "I make so' many calls, I can't remember which
that this response by the FBI was in connection with a telephone call she placed to the office at Seattle, Washington, on or about 3/10/79, she replied, "I make so' many calls, I can't remember which one this one is about."
At this time, SA recognized by the tone of her voice as being an individual who regularly calls the Resident Agency to report suspicious circumstances in and around her neighborhood, continually suspects people of tapping her phone and admitted, during the interview, that she makes numerous telephone calls to the Tacoma Police Department to report a variety of things appearing in her neighborhood.
With respect to the information she provided con- cerning a look-alike for D. B. COOPER, states that the would come
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stated that on many occasions, this man wore dark glasses and she described him as being around 30 to 35 years of age and having slightly reddish hair. She admitted talking to him once, when this look-alike was hauling away rubbish from the yard next door and, at that time, she thought the man acted in a suspicious and strange manner. Likewise, wanted to report that
2' - Scattle (164-81)
2)
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SUB-J 164-81-8123
SEARCHEDE SERIALIZED
Likewise, wanted to report that
2' - Scattle (164-81)
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SUB-J 164-81-8123
SEARCHEDE SERIALIZED FILED JUNI3 1979 FEI . SEATTLP
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INDEXE
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JULY 1973 EDITION
GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
PORTLAND (164-41) (P) 1
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) (00: Seattle) BuFile 164-2111
vocal
DATE: 5/29/79
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On 4/19/79,
X Beaver Creek, Oregon, b6
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telephonically contacted SA Oregon, Resident Agency. advised that approximately two and one half years ago, while in Hood River, Oregon, he had a conversation with an individual regarding "D. B. COOPER." This individual indicated he had been a paratrooper in the Army. During the conversation, this person became upset and nervous and left. Several months later, advised he observed b6 b7C
a photograph in a local newspaper (composite) , and that it was very similar to the individual he had talked to in Hood River.
Several months later, advised he observed b6 b7C
a photograph in a local newspaper (composite) , and that it was very similar to the individual he had talked to in Hood River. advised he does not know the person's name or where he lives. He advised that he probably could find out if went back to the Hood River area. He advised that this individual possibly worked at a plywood mill in Hood River. advised he
could offer no further information of value regarding this indivdiual or of captioned matter. . It is noted that the Portland Office has received numerous leads from the Hood River, Oregon, area, concerning this matter, principally because of the residence there of the individual who originally furnished information alleging that unsub and DAVID BRYANT COFFELT were identical. That individual has persisted in his allegation that COFFELT was unsub despite the fact that his original story does not square with the known facts of the case.
In view of the above circumstances, it does not appear ``worth while to conduct any further investigation concerning the information furnished by
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2) - Seattle 2 - Portland
(4)
SUBJ b6 b7C
164-81 -5117
In view of the above circumstances, it does not appear ``worth while to conduct any further investigation concerning the information furnished by
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2) - Seattle 2 - Portland
(4)
SUBJ b6 b7C
164-81 -5117
SEARIND
SERIALIAN
1979
DB Cooper-28814
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings
Plan
b6 b7C10/24/78
DAT
DALLAS (1 4-1928) (RUC) 
REPLY TO
›
ATTN O
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandumb6 b7C
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
SUB-& for orig. 362
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
00: SEATTLE
SUB J
Re Little Rock airtel to Seattle dated 10/3/78.
Enclosed for Seattle is the original and one copy of an FD 302 reflecting interview with on 10/13/78. Enclosed for Little Rock are two copies of same FD 302.
On 10/16/78, Ampex Corporation, 1615 Prudential, Dallas, advised he was not with Ampex Corporation in Dallas prior to 1973 .. He further stated company records maintained at Dallas only went back to 1973.
advised had left Ampex
Corporation to Duncanville, Texas, and might remember
stated 'Ampex Company records for the years 1971 and 1972 couldbe obtained from Ampex Corporation in Opelika, Alabama, telephone #205-745-7643.
advised had left Ampex
Corporation to Duncanville, Texas, and might remember
stated 'Ampex Company records for the years 1971 and 1972 couldbe obtained from Ampex Corporation in Opelika, Alabama, telephone #205-745-7643.
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Receiving offices note Dallas file number is now 164-1928.
In view of the information, provided by no lead is being set forth by Dallas to check Ampex Company records at Opelika, Alabama. .
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Dallas is considering this case RUC to Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS . 2)- Seattle (Enc. 2) Vcc'd 2 - Little Rock (Enc. 2) 1 - Dallas 
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was contacted at
, telephone of which and he provided the following information:
stated he could recall from memory that
was buying and in his opinion, should have netted profits annually during the years 1971 and 1972.
b7CFEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato of transcription,
10/24/78
was contacted at
, telephone of which and he provided the following information:
stated he could recall from memory that
was buying and in his opinion, should have netted profits annually during the years 1971 and 1972.
of more than
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Intervlowod on 10/16/78
ot Duncanville, Texas
Fifo #
Dallas 164-1928
SA
by
Dato dictated
10/18/78
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. Il is the property of the FBI and is looned to your agency; il ond Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agancy.
DB Cooper-28816CVO 005 117 2025Z PP PD SE DE CV P 2720252 APR 79 FM CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC) Jah J TO PORTLAND (164-41) PRIORITY SEATTLE (164-31) PRIORITY BT UNCLAS NORJAK. (A), 00: SEATILE, BUFILE 164-2111. RE PORTLAND TELETYPE, APRIL 25, 1979. ON APRIL 27, 1979, ADVISED THAT b6
HE OPERATES A: CITIZENS BAND RADIO AND IS FIC LICENSED UNDER THE CALL LETTERS AND USES ' THE C3 . HANDLE
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ADVISED THAT HE HAS NEVER BEEN TO . THE STATE.
b6 b7C OF OREGON AND THE FARTHEST WEST HE HAS BEEN IS THE STATE OF WYOMING AND THAT WAS APPROXIMATELY THREE YEARS AGO.
b6 b7C OF OREGON AND THE FARTHEST WEST HE HAS BEEN IS THE STATE OF WYOMING AND THAT WAS APPROXIMATELY THREE YEARS AGO. IS DESCRIBED' AS FOLLOWS: WHITE MALE , DOB. * POB , ADDRESS
SHELBY, OHIO, TELEPHONE NUMBER
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APNG : 19.
PSI - SEATT
DB Cooper-28817 PDO 004 PP SE CV DE PD P 252020Z APR 79 FM PORTLAND (164-41) P TO SEATTLE (164-81) PRIORITY CLEVELAND PRIORITY
BT
UNCLAS
NORJAK (A), 00 : SEATTLE. BUFILE 164-2111.
ON APRIL 25, 1979,
PORTLAND, OREGON, TELEPHONE FURNISHED THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
HE IS A AND
HE BETWEEN 6:00 AND 7:00 P.M., APRIL 24, 1979, HE OVERHEARD A CB CONVERSATION AMONG APPROXIMATELY FOUR CB UNITS CONVERSING ON CHANNEL 29. FROM THE CONVERSATION, IT WAS OBVIOUS THAT THE PARTIES WERE LOGGING TRUCKERS OPERATING OUT OF THE WASHOUGAL, WASHINGTON, AREA. THEY WERE TALKING ABOUT HAVING FOUND AND RECOVERED A QUANTITY OF OLD $20 BILLS FROM A LOGGING ROAD IN THE WOODS.
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THEY MENTIONED THAT ALTHOUGH THE BILLS APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN THERE FOR SOMETIME, THEY WERE IN GOOD ENOUGH
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THEY MENTIONED THAT ALTHOUGH THE BILLS APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN THERE FOR SOMETIME, THEY WERE IN GOOD ENOUGH CONDITION THAT THEY COULD READ THE SERIAL NUMBERS. THEY SPECULATED THE BILLS MIGHT HAVE COME FROM THE COOPER SKYJACKING CASE. ONE OF , THE PARTIES USED THE HANDLE. STATED HE HAS AN b6 b7C
WHOSE NAME IS POSSIBLY AND STATED IF SHE LETS HIM GO HE WILL GO HUNTING THIS WEEKEND FOR MORE OF THE BILLS. ONE OF THE PARTIES STATED HE HAD TO LEAVE TO TAKE EIGHT LOADS OUT AND IT WAS MENTIONED THAT ONE OF THE PARTIES HAD 20 LOADS TO GO TO AUBURN. ONE OF THE PARTIES USED THE HANDLE AND ONE OF THE PARTIES USED THE CALL SIGNALS CONTACT WITH FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) OFFICE,
IS LISTED TO PORTLAND, OREGON, DISCLOSES CB LICENSE SHELBY, OHIO,
NEITHER FCC NOR HEADQUARTERS OF REACT, CB ORGANIZATION
: AT PORTLAND, HAVE ANY RECORD OF HANDLES OR b6 b7C
CLEVELAND AT SHELBY, OHIO. DETERMINE CURRENT LOCATION
OF HOLDER OF CB LICENSE
AND SET OUT LEAD FOR INTERVIEW.
SEATTLE AT AUBURN, WASHINGTON. CONDUCT INVESTIGATION
DB Cooper-28820
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SEATTLE AT AUBURN, WASHINGTON. CONDUCT INVESTIGATION
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET Airtel Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
4/20/79
TO:
SAC, INDIANAPOLIS
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
(00: Seattle)
BuFile 164-2111
Fak J
Y
On 4/18/79.
Carmel, Indiana,
telephone telephonically contacted the Portland Office to advise that she has a suspect in mind who may be identical with unsub in this matter. She declined to furnish any identifying information concerning her suspect until she had the opportunity to view the artist's conception composite sketch.
A Xeroxed copy of the artist's conception was sent directly to by mail on
4/18/79.
did advise that her suspect has dark eyes and hair, is approximately 40 years old at this time, but may be older, and is just under 6' tall.
did advise that her suspect has dark eyes and hair, is approximately 40 years old at this time, but may be older, and is just under 6' tall. It is noted in this regard that unsub was described in 1971 as being in his middle or late forties or possibly in his fifties. The medium age was approximately 48 years old. In view of this age disparity, suspect would not appear to be very likely.
LEADS
INDIANAPOLIS
AT CARMEL, INDIANA. Will contact
for any information she may possess of possible
SMB 1
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 3/10/79
FROM
:
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Juh. J
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For information purposes,
Yakima, Tacoma, Wash., telephone advised that she has seen a man in her neighborhood recently who looks very much like D.B. COOPER. He drives a Pickup Truck with WA LIC ·
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He drives a Pickup Truck with WA LIC ·
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THE/ DOJ
DB Cooper-28824UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEL TMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: ACTING SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 9/7/78
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
Sub J
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Re memo of SA JOHN M. REED, dated August 24, 1978.
On August 24, 1978, Kirkland, Washington, was telephonically contacted and advised that the FBI did not have any information which would help him in his search and salvage operations in the Lake Merwin area. was further advised that no portion of the lake could be ruled out as far as a possible area into which UNSUB may have landed after parachuting from the NORJAK aircraft.
It was reiterated to that should he find anything during his search, he should immediately contact the Vancouver Office of the FBI and failing to contact them, he should call collect to the Seattle Office of the FBI and ask for
to that should he find anything during his search, he should immediately contact the Vancouver Office of the FBI and failing to contact them, he should call collect to the Seattle Office of the FBI and ask for Special Agent
stated he is currently in the process of b6 b7C
purchasing a which would allow him to widen his search of the Lake Merwin area, and he anticipated continuing the search of the Lake Merwin area, on August 25, 1978.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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b6 b7C OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 107$ EDITION GIA PPMM +41 CFM: 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/15/78
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJACK
AutJ
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On August 14, 1978, Chief of Police JOE EVANS, Warden, Washington, advised that he just returned from a weeks vacation at Glenwood, Washington, Klickitat County. He advised that during his stay at Glenwood he observed an individual that appeared to him to be identical to the composite drawing of the instant unsub that had been circulated to police agencies in the past.
that during his stay at Glenwood he observed an individual that appeared to him to be identical to the composite drawing of the instant unsub that had been circulated to police agencies in the past. He advised that he did not conduct any investigation to identify the individual, but did determine that he resides in a
of the west.
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LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Glenwood, Washington
Determine the identity of the individual described by Chief of Police EVANS, and process as a suspect.
(2)- Seattle
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DB Cooper-28826
?

DATC:	9/19/78
REPLY TO ATTN OF:	SA

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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SubJ
to SA
Re Seattle telephone call from SA 9/5/78. gab
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On 9/5/78, , Woodland, Washington, telephone
provided the following infor- mation :
Approximately four to five years ago, he was fishing on Lake Merwin, located near
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On 9/5/78, , Woodland, Washington, telephone
provided the following infor- mation :
Approximately four to five years ago, he was fishing on Lake Merwin, located near Woodland, Washington. While doing so, he found a piece of nylon cord in the lake, which was badly deteriorated. This cord was white in color and it was his opinion that it was part of an old ski rope, inasmuch as it had a mechanical weave, much like a ski rope. He stated that at first, he became quite excited when he saw the cord, thinking that perhaps it was from a parachute, but he realized the cord was not twisted like a parachute cord. He stated that because of this, he then threw away the cord.
The above is for information purposes.
3 - Seattle (164-81)
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (RCV. 7-76) GSA +I'MR (41 CFR) 101-11,6 5010-112 FD-36 (Rev. 3-24-77)
TRANSMIT VIA:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Priority Routine SECRET :
3-24-77)
TRANSMIT VIA:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL Airtel EFTO CLEAR
Date
5/23/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, HONOLULU (164-85) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: Seattle
Re Honolulu airtel to Bureau dated 8/12/76
applicable to
Kansas City airtel to +
Seattle dated 3/15/77, and Seattle telephone calls to
Honolulu, 5/18/78 and 5/23/78.
Enclosed for Seattle is an original and one copy of an FD-302 regarding an interview conducted with on 5/19/78. Also enclosed are two photographs of State of Hawaii driver's license applicable to white male, SSAN S described as follows:
Name:
Height:
5 11"
Weight:
200 pounds
Hair:
Brown
Hazel
Eyes:
Last. Known
Address:
Employment:
Kaneohe, Hawaii Bay Chevrolet Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii
2 Seattle (Enc. 4)[ Honolulu
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PRECEDENCE: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70}
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION.
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5/23/78
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Honolulu, Hawaii, phone of JACK BRYANT COFFELT (now deceased), advised that photos of BRYANT COFFELT as obtained by SA C. ROBERT STRANGER of the Los Angeles Division of the FBI were similar in appearance, but she did not think the individuals in the photographs were identical to JACK COFFELT. She advised that JACK COFFELT always wore horn-rimmed glasses as compared to the regular frame glasses as displayed in the one photograph; and in addition, JACK COFFELT did not display the smoking mannerism of having his cigarette dangling from his lips at center mouth as depicted in the other photograph.
displayed in the one photograph; and in addition, JACK COFFELT did not display the smoking mannerism of having his cigarette dangling from his lips at center mouth as depicted in the other photograph.
She further advised she still has one photo of JACK COFFELT somewhere which she has displayed to the FBI in Honolulu in the past, and she will make it available again for comparative purposes. She stated, however, she will not allow the photograph to be reproduced.
A comparison of this photograph of JACK COFFELT with that of the Bureau artist's conception of "D. B. COOPER" in early 1977 would lead an observer to conclude that the two individuals are not identical.
stated she has recently moved, and the photo is in her personal possession somewhere, and she will attempt to locate it for additional comparative purposes.
provided a five-page handwritten
letter
California, in which matters concerning JACK COFFELT were discussed. She advised as the letter explains, much of the contents of the letter pertained to a book which COFFELT had written advised that with regard to the efforts of one of JACK COFFELT's, to obtain the rights to the book written by COFFELT so that the
as the letter explains, much of the contents of the letter pertained to a book which COFFELT had written advised that with regard to the efforts of one of JACK COFFELT's, to obtain the rights to the book written by COFFELT so that the book could be published and subsequently made into a movie.
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Interviewed on 5/19/78 ot Honolulu, Hawaii
File #
HN 164-85
by SA
Dale dictoled
5/23/78
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This document contoins neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F8f. It is the property of the FBI ond is loaned to your agency: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-28830 & U.S. GPO: 1974-353-294HN 164-85
dealt with some unusual contacts she had with one alleged to be a Hollywood movie producer. An entire copy of the letter and envelope were provided to the FBI.
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advised that on the Thanksgiving holiday, 1971, she and JACK COFFELT were living in an Arlington, Virginia;
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however, she cannot account for any of the specifics with regard that that Thanksgiving day's activities, and she could think of no one who could verify their activities for that day.
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however, she cannot account for any of the specifics with regard that that Thanksgiving day's activities, and she could think of no one who could verify their activities for that day.
further advised that from she was employed by the Institute of Navigation, Washington, D. C., and that at her place of employment, the agency dealt with
She further advised that the only individual she could recall working with at that agency was a girl by the name (last name unknown); however, to the best of her recollection, has moved to Tennessee, current address unknown.
She provided
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DB Cooper-28831"OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1062 EDITION CSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT. Memorandum 
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE
DATE:
5/5/78
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: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (EUREKA RA)
SUBJECT: UNSUB, aka D. B. Cooper CAA - HIJACKING 00: Seattle
Suc 5
650
164-81-1A
Enclosed herewith for Seattle is one photo of 
.
2 Eureka Police_Department, * Sousci
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advised on April 19, 1978, as follows:
On the evening of April 13, 1978, shot and killed ROBERT COUCHMAN in front of Pete's Cave, a bar in Eureaka, California.
Police_Department, * Sousci
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advised on April 19, 1978, as follows:
On the evening of April 13, 1978, shot and killed ROBERT COUCHMAN in front of Pete's Cave, a bar in Eureaka, California. COUCHMAN was the owner of the' bar. was apprehended the next day and his van impounded. Search of the van revealed an envelope with a group of clippings from newspapers in North Carolina. Several of these clippings were concerning the D. B. COOPER hijacking and related information. Other clippings were about some motorcycle gang killings in the North Carolina area. was concerned about the D. B. COOPER Clippings as it has been a long time since the hijacking occurred and he could not understand why would have saved them. He felt the FBI should have this information.
Description of :
Race
White
Male
71 4%
Sex
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Height
72
6'
155
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Grey
Social Security Number
2 Seattle (Enc. 1) reedt 2- - San Francisco 164
(4)
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AT
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
SUBJECT! NORJAK (A) 00: Seattle
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJ
Re Sacramento airtel to Seattle, 3/9/78.
On 3/9/78,
b6 b7C California, telephone number was contacted , at his residence per his request. voluntarily
provided the following information during that contact:
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stated that on the night of captioned hijacking, he and his wife were aware of the hijacking because they were watching TV. said that while watching TV, they heard a report that the airplane was about to land in Reno, Nevada and that he and his wife heard an aircraft at that time which they believed to be the hijacked aircraft. He continued by stating that they both looked out the window towards the noise and they both observed what they thought was a flare dropping from the plane.
advised that he reported the incident to a deputy from the Lassen County Sheriff's Office the next morning, but that he heard no more about the incident.
advised that he reported the incident to a deputy from the Lassen County Sheriff's Office the next morning, but that he heard no more about the incident. said that he thought no more about the incident until the past two or three months. He stated that during the past two or three months, he has observed a yellow Toyota or Datsun pickup in the area where he and his wife observed the flare drop, and in his opinion, the driver of the pickup has been acting strange. He stated that it appears to him the driver has been looking for something.
further advised that on 2/6/78, he located part of what appeared to be a pilot parachute rather than a regular parachute and a green baseball cap which was rolled up in the chute. He said that the chute was located several miles from the area where he and his wife observed the flare drop.
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NITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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DATE:	3/20/78
REPLY TO ATTN OF:	SA

SUBJECT:
NORJAK
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Sas 5 FF
contacted SA SAC DALE KELL, Little Rock Division, telephonically b6 contacted by former AUSA /who stated that he,
this date and advised that he had been b7C had been contacted by a who wanted to know if the reward for D. B. COOPER was still outstanding. Evidently, has told that he has a friend whom he would not name who knows the identity of COOPER. *SOURCE
SA advised of above. SA states that the reward program originally offered by Northwest Airlines no longer exists, however, the Royal Globe Insurance Aompany of New York, N.
SA states that the reward program originally offered by Northwest Airlines no longer exists, however, the Royal Globe Insurance Aompany of New York, N. Y., will negotiate a reward. They will not, however, talk with anyone until they have first talked with the FBI.
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This information was telephonically furnished to Night Clerk at Little Rock, who was going to advise SAC KELL.
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DB Cooper-28836 CTIONAL FORM NO. 10 AY ISZ EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 161-11.5
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
DATE:
3/6/78
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE
FROM : SAC, BUFFALO (164-0) (3)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
Dan Cooper;
Hijacking of Northwest
Airline Flight Number 305
Enroute from Portland, Oregon
to Seattle, Washington
11/4 - 24/71
(00: SEATTLE)
Enclosed for Seattle is a photograph of Rock Springs, Wyoming.
For information of Seattle, on 2/15/78, ៛ b6 b7C
New York, advised
that/she recently read the edition of the
For information of Seattle, on 2/15/78, ៛ b6 b7C
New York, advised
that/she recently read the edition of the "Star Newspaper", which carried an article about the captioned matter. A composite sketch of COOPER was included. Upon examining the composite sketch, she was impressed with the similar appearance of an individual known to her as Rock Springs, Wyoming with whom she corresponded during a two year period starting in 1973. advised that she began her correspondence with through a Lonely Hearts magazine and that the enclosed picture was sent to her by shortly afterward. She stated that she had never personally met this individual that had corresponded by letter and spoken to him on the telephone. Supposedly had served in the United States Navy and when she knew him he was employed as an electrician in a power plant near Rock Springs, Wyoming. b6 b7C
has no additional information about and no other reason to believe that he could be
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GRACCHITO
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has no additional information about and no other reason to believe that he could be
164-81-7240
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2 - Seattle (Encl. }) 1 - Buffalo
GRACCHITO
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REPLY ATTN 
SAC, DENVER (164-98) (RUC)
SUBJECTT NORJACK 00: SEATTLE
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
TED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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On 12/20/77,
(PROTECT BY REQUEST),
X Source 
Durango, Colorado, telephone
, advised
he watched a TV special about two weeks ago about captioned matter and D.B. COOPER.
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Name
× 
Race
White
Sex
Male
Age
Approximately 35 years
Height
6'2"
Weight
200
Hair
Blond
Present employment - Harrah's-Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, Nevada
stated that had previous experience in the Army Special Services including parachute training.
6'2"
Weight
200
Hair
Blond
Present employment - Harrah's-Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, Nevada
stated that had previous experience in the Army Special Services including parachute training. They both worked together about six years ago at Harrah's
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Above being provided Seattle for information.
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-11.6
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CLASSIFICATION:
DATE:
12/14/77
To: SAC, Seattle 
From:
Director, FBI
UNSUB ;
1
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Seattle File (164-81)
(This line for LEFT MARGIN.)
NORJAK CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION (A) 1211.81
00: Seattle Bureau File (164-2111)
Enclosed for Seattle is one copy of Legat, Ottawa, airtel to the Bureau dated 10/5/77 captioned
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00: Seattle Bureau File (164-2111)
Enclosed for Seattle is one copy of Legat, Ottawa, airtel to the Bureau dated 10/5/77 captioned above in which Buffalo is office of origin, with one copy of each of the enclosures received therewith, except the photographs of
The enclosure from dated 9/8/77 pages 4 and 5 makes reference to a hijacking that occurred 11/24/71 at Portland, Oregon, and a composite of a suspect received from SA of the Seattle Office. It appears is a suspect in the Norjak investigation.
For any further information regarding Seattle furnish Buffalo lead to handle.
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ReBuCab, 7/20/77.
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DB Cooper-28841DECEMBER 14, 1977
FM PORTLAND (164-41) P TO BUTTE ROUTINE BT CLEAR
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MR. A. M. ROBINSON, POST OFFICE BOX 58, PECK, IDAHO 83545, CORRESPONDED WITH "THE OREGONIAN", MAJOR PORTLAND, OREGON, NEWSPAPER, TO ADVISE THAT HE HAS A SUSPICIOUS $20 BILL AND WANTED IT CHECKED AGAINST THE RANSOM MONEY IN THIS CASE. ROBINSON, WHO APPEARED TO BE AN ELDERLY MAN, DID NOT FURNISH THE SERIAL NUMBER OF THIS BILL.
IT IS REQUESTED THAT BUTTE PROMPTLY CONTACT MR. ROBINSON TO CHECK OUT THIS MATTER AND ADVISE PORTLAND AND SEATTLE OF RESULTS.
IT IS REQUESTED THAT BUTTE PROMPTLY CONTACT MR. ROBINSON TO CHECK OUT THIS MATTER AND ADVISE PORTLAND AND SEATTLE OF RESULTS.
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RE PORTLAND TELETYPE TO BUTTE, DECEMBER 15, 1977. DECEMBER 15, 1977, A. M. ROBINSON, BOX 58, PECK, IDAHO, * 90 YEARS OLD, ADVISED SAW NEWSPAPER ARTICLE IN "OREGONIAN" NEWSPAPER APPROXIMATELY NEAR END NOVEMBER, 1977, INDICATING ANY $20.00 BILL HAVING SERIES 1971 OR EARLIER COULD BE SUS - . PICIOUS AND POSSIBLY CONNECTED WITH COOPER HIJACKING IN 1971. ROBINSON ADVISED OBTAINED $20.00 BILL FROM FIRST SECURITY BANK, OROFINO, IDAHO, HAVING SERIES 1969C, SERIAL C29167434A, AND THOUGHT AUTHORITIES SHOULD BE ADVISED.
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
11/1/77
FROM
SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80) RUC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A) 00 SE
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On October 20, 1977, ×
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Ambassador Hotel
3560 Broadway, advised
that he is from Florida, and that six months ago, he noticed a picture in the 'National Enquirer" concerning D. B. COOPER, and this picture strongly resembled an individual who lives in This
individual, (WNU), owned a junk store and seemed to be poor yet regularly lost large sums of money while gambling or playing pool. This was all the information was able to recall.
This information is being furnished to Seattle for whatever action is deemed appropriate.
Seattle Kansas City (3)
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DATE:
8/22/77
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parachutist and has talked about making a parachute jump out in theb7D bush and made a lot of money in connection with this jump. advised further details forthcoming, however, would appreciate some >
in the meantime background data and photo regarding the D.B. COOPER hi jacking case as there appears to be an outside chance that xx could be trenfxx identical with COOPER.
advised any materials should be forwarded to
1 On 8/22/77 SA was advised of aforegoing and
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype
PRECEDENCE: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL Airtel EFTO CLEAR Date 8/10/77
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Minneapolis telephone call to Seattle, 8/8/77.
Northwest Airlines, Minneapolis, Minnesota, advised that he had received inquiry from the Northwest Seattle Office that an individual by the name of had information in the captioned case. advised that , Long Island, New York, was the person that the FBI was looking for.
advised that had furnished
his address
Auburn, Washington
and telephone number area code
Minneapolis will leave leads to the discretion of the office of origin.
advised that had furnished
his address
Auburn, Washington
and telephone number area code
Minneapolis will leave leads to the discretion of the office of origin. 2 - Seattle 2 - Minneapolis
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On 8/9/77, Washington, telephone telephonically contacted this office and advised that in 1965, he was stationed in the U. S. Army at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma where he was in the service with
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had detailed a plan to sky- jack an airplane and mentioned using the last name of COOPER in this plan. also spoke of
described as a white male, 5'9", average-large build, barrel chested, large head, receding hairline, dark brown hair, New York accent, enunciated words very distinctly, very masculine voice. also advised that
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smoked Winston, cigarettes was believed to and was about a pack a day smoker.
also advised that
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smoked Winston, cigarettes was believed to and was about a pack a day smoker.
have been
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believed that would probably return there since he liked that area so much.
said that he had seen the picture that had been circulated and. thought it looked very close to although hair was receding more than the picture. advised when he first got out of the service he was a "drunk" and was very passive about this matter.
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TO :
ADIC, NEW YORK (164-627)
DATE: 7/8/77
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
Re. telephone call, Seattle to New York, July 6, 1977. This letter will confirm information conveyed in referenced telephone call.
telephone call, Seattle to New York, July 6, 1977. This letter will confirm information conveyed in referenced telephone call.
Royal Globe Insurance Company, New York, New York, telephone received inquiries from and AL HOLLAND concerning a possible reward for the return of the Norjak ransom money .
furnished this information to the New York Office of the FBI and the Seattle Office of the FBI. She was advised that in the future, she should provide information to New York, who would set out appropriate leads or forward the information to the Seattle Office, as this would represent a great deal of savings in money since it is anticipated that Royal Globe will continue to receive inquiries about reward information.
On May 4, 1977, contacted the Seattle Office of the FBI and requested a status report concerning and HOLLAND. currently lives at
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Psychometry is the supposed facility of devining knowledge about an object or about a person connected with it through contact with the object. was advised by the Seattle Office of the FBI that most of the information concerning this matter was confidential as the case is still pending; however, if he developed any information of value, he was to pass it on to the Sacramento Office of the FBI for processing.
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(phonetic) representing GLOBE called and advised that one OSCAR A. GRANT called and claimed to know where COOPER is.
X
(phonetic) representing GLOBE called and advised that one OSCAR A. GRANT called and claimed to know where COOPER is. X= GRANT staying at PALACE HOTEL, Missoula, Montana.
OSCAR A. GRANT, who is very elderly, was con- tacted at the PALACE HOTEL on 4/15/77, by SA JOSEPH H. SERVEL. He stated he is staying temporarily at the PALACE HOTEL because, "they" are after him. GRANT re- sides at 411 Adams, Lewiston, Idaho.
With regard to information furnished to the Portland Office concerning D. B. COOPER, GRANT stated that when he saw the artist conception of COOPER that was printed sometime last November, he immediately thought of He said that is now somewhere. GRANT stated that the artist conception of D. B. COOPER that was printed in the newspaper last November is an exact like- ness of
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GRANT then volunteered information hat all of the doctors, policemen, and firemen in Lewiston, Idaho, are all members of the syndicate and that they are currently dealing in narcotics and are part of a big narcotics ring. Although GRANT appears to be alert, he rambles during his conversation and has no specific in-
the doctors, policemen, and firemen in Lewiston, Idaho, are all members of the syndicate and that they are currently dealing in narcotics and are part of a big narcotics ring. Although GRANT appears to be alert, he rambles during his conversation and has no specific in- formation to furnish.
No further action is being taken by Butte. ARMED AND DANGEROUS ..
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SAC, SEATTLE (161-81)
DATE:
5/9/77
FROM
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SA ROBERT H. WICK
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SUBJECT:
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Airways. During 1971, he earned $11,400 at this job. He also claimed miscellaneous income of $125,000.00 for 1971.
Originally, did not know when in 1971, the bulk of income was earned; however, on 5/9/77, he said that he learned subsequently, that it was earned prior to NORJAK. also said that does not have a Washington, but does have an Oregon driver's license, which does not have a photo- graph.
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: SAC, SEATTLE(164-81)
DATE: 4/13/77
FROM : SA JOHN R.
10 JULY 1075 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE(164-81)
DATE: 4/13/77
FROM : SA JOHN R. KELLISON
SUBJECT: NORJAK
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He described this person,
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Indices of Seattle Office are negative. No record was located for this person at Tacoma PD, or Pierce County SO.
On 2/18/77, Credit Bureau records, Tacoma, only one entry pertaining to a credit rating in 12/76 from the Bank of Kansas.
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continues to reside
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Gentlemen:
you may be interested in Checking what the associates of the gang were doing when a tenthwest air lines plane was hi jacked for $200 000.
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Gentlemen:
you may be interested in Checking what the associates of the gang were doing when a tenthwest air lines plane was hi jacked for $200 000.
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OBBERY, SMUGGLING Adventurer pleads guilty on 3 charges
William D. Cooper, a '46-year- Willow River, Minn., adven- rer who once tried to lead a owmobile trip across the north le to Moscow, has pleaded ilty to bank robbery, marijuana d money smuggling, and mak- g illegal gun purchases.
He faces up to 24 years in fed- al prison when sentenced :with- a month.
Cooper pleaded guilty yesterday three indictments before U.S. strict Judge Joseph Alsop in St. tul. He admitted smuggling grijuana across the Mexican bor- r, flying some of it across him- If. Subsequently, the marijuana as transported to the Twin ties, mostly by automobile,
He also pleaded guilty to taking ore than $100,000 into Mexico fthout reporting it to customs ficers and to buying two revolv- s, illegal for a convicted felon. Last week, he pleaded guilty fore U.S. District Judge' Miles ord to being involved in the Jar
22, 1974, robbery of the Sturgeon Lake (Minn.
District Judge' Miles ord to being involved in the Jar
22, 1974, robbery of the Sturgeon Lake (Minn.) State Bank. Three others have been charged in that crime. None of the $4,960 taken in the robbery was recovered.
" Cooper and a son are owner-op- erators of a hunting and fishing lodge in northwest Canada.
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× Seattle Post-Intelligencer newspaper, advised the writer that he received a long distance call from (PHONETIC) of Russellville,
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Arkansas who wanted to know if the Seattle P-I was still . offering a $5,000 reward for D. B. COOPER. He also advised he had been Sheriff in Russellville for eight years and when advised him the P-I no longer offered the reward, he wanted to know if Northwest Airlines was offering a reward. refused said he did not know and stated
to discuss what information he had.
him the P-I no longer offered the reward, he wanted to know if Northwest Airlines was offering a reward. refused said he did not know and stated
to discuss what information he had. was obviously calling long distance and had a Southern accent. was assured by SA that should this lead prove productive that he would be the first media person contacted by the FBI. 1 - 164-81
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TO :
1 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
9
SUBJECT: NORJAK (00: Seattle)
DATE: 2/18/77
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State Patrol, Goldendale, Washington, contacted the Portland Office by telephone requesting that a flyer concerning "D.B. COOPER" be sent to him at 9
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Portland does not have available copies of an appropriate flyer for dissemination to ·
LEAD
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2 AT GOLDENDALE, WASHINGTON. Will provide
with background information concerning this case and determine from him whether he has any information pertinent to the possible solution.
CONSIDER ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
· DATE: 2/18/77
FROM :
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
SUBJ
On 2/11/77, 'Washington State Patrol, Goldendale, Washington, contacted the Portland Office by telephone requesting that a flyer concerning "D.
(164-81)
· DATE: 2/18/77
FROM :
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
SUBJ
On 2/11/77, 'Washington State Patrol, Goldendale, Washington, contacted the Portland Office by telephone requesting that a flyer concerning "D. B. COOPER" be sent to him at Goldendale, Washington.
Portland does not have available copies of an appropriate flyer for dissemination to .
LEAD
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AT GOLDENDALE, WASHINGTON, Will provide with background information concerning this case and determine from him whether he has any information pertinent to the possible solution.
CONSIDER ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
1/26/77
FROM
:
SC FRANCIS E. ENTLER
SUBJECT: NORJAK. 00: Seattle
Sug 5
SUSPECT:
Administration, tel. employed at the Social Security , appeared at the Seattle
office of the FBI and offered the name of as a possible suspect 'in captioned matter.
employed at the Social Security , appeared at the Seattle
office of the FBI and offered the name of as a possible suspect 'in captioned matter. advised that he, at one time, had worked with at the Co-munity Services Admin. and noted the following observations:
was a disciplined individual whose hobby was charting airline routes. also reportedly had
medical training but it is unknown to if he was an experienced parachutist of flier. He described as a white male, age late 30's to early 40's at the time of the skyjacking, 5'10" tall, slight build who has dark hair and does not wear glasses.
was exhibited the 3 composite drawings of the UNSUB and he identified one as looking the most like and the other 2 bore no resemblance to him at all.
Furnished for possible future reference.
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DATE: 1/16/77
FROM :
SPC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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On 1/16/77,
Washington, tel. , telephonically advised that he
, was in the Salt Creek Tavern at approximately 6:00 p.m. this evening and observed an individual who resembled D. B. COOPER. advised that an individual came into the tavern wearing fisherman's clothing and sat at the opposite end of the bar.
kept looking at this individual and from pictures in the newspapers, decided he looked like D. B. COOPER.
was advised that individual became nervous because staring, half finished his drink and left the bar quickly. observed the individual leave the tavern in an old pickup with one headlight missing. stated the individual
sped out of the parking area and headed up Highway 112. advised that this individual had been in the tavern one or two times before but she did not know his , name.
advised that this individual had been in the tavern one or two times before but she did not know his , name.
described the individual as follows:
Height
516"
Weight 160
Remarks Wore glasses and had on old clothing as if he had been fishing.
advised he got a partial license plate for the truck of . He stated he could not read the first part of the license plate.
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Re Charlotte letter to Seattle dated 11/30/76. Enclosed herewith is original and one copy of
Sus 5 FD-302 of interview of Fort Bragg, N. C.
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Fort Bragg, North Carolina, was contacted at his place of employment at which time the identity of the interviewing Agent and nature of the interview was made known to him. He furnished the following information:
He stated that he is aware of the hijacking concerning "D. B. COOPER" having read about this hi jacking in a sports parachute magazine. He stated that in addition to this, he has seen several tee shirts with the name D. B. COOPER stenciled on them in several sports parachute clubs that he has been associated with over the years.
He stated on many occasion, he has been kidded about being a "look alike" to the artist's description of D.
He stated on many occasion, he has been kidded about being a "look alike" to the artist's description of D. B. COOPER by members of units that he has belonged to in the Army and in other sports parachute clubs.
advised he returned from Panama to Fort Bragg, North Carolina, on Thursday, November 11, 1976, and that he joined the sports parachute club of the the following week.
He stated he made his first "free fall" parachute jump with the
on November 20, 1976, after joining the parachute club. He stated he has been a parachutist since June of 1954 and has been a "sky diver" or "free fall" parachutist since November of 1972.
advised he has been in the United States Army since and received
his parachute wings in and has been jumping since that date.
He stated he went to Viet Nam, September 25, 1970, and returned on May 2, 1972, and was not in the continental United States at the time of the hi jack.
Interviewed on 12/2/76 at, Ft. Bragg, I. C. Fite # CE 164-101
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৳6 ৳7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SFATTLF (164-81)
DATE:
1/13/77
FROM
: SC, RUJRY P. TOMASEK
SUBJECT: NOR JAR
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and he had a background of flying B-52's
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and parachute training. Project and planned on parachuting from a 727 some day.
was not specific in his details and would continue in a lengthy conversation in how to catch D. B. Cooper. He did not have contact or knowledge of whereabouts since 1968. after resigned from Boeings. in Kirkland.
The only description
could furnish was a
follows :
Hair: Crew cut, brown
Eyes : Blue
Habits : Smoked considerably Brand - Raleigh
The only description
could furnish was a
follows :
Hair: Crew cut, brown
Eyes : Blue
Habits : Smoked considerably Brand - Raleigh Cigarettes
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TO
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DATE: 12/28/76
FROM
: Director, FBI (164-2111)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
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Enclosed for Seattle is one copy of a self-explanatory letter which was received at FBIHQ via registered mail. This letter was from
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DB Cooper-28884.. The following information is only a small fraction of the information that we have compiled, on Dan B.
The following information is only a small fraction of the information that we have compiled, on Dan B. Cooper, and we feel that you must understand the main plot of the "Caper" before we go into the finer details of this fine stage production.
"ACTIONS ARE DETERMINED BY MOTIVES. ONCE YOU KNOW THE MOTIVE, YOU WILL UNDERSTAND THE ACTION."
If you understand the above quote, you should have no trouble whatsoever in determining the idenity of your Mr. Dan B. Cooper.
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ROM : SAC, PHOENIX (164-100) (P)
UBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
$82 Enclosed are two xerox copies of a memo submitted
by SC , 1/5/77, and the original map- .
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$82 Enclosed are two xerox copies of a memo submitted
by SC , 1/5/77, and the original map- .
164-81- furnished to SC
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GPO : 1975 O-590-992 DB Cooper-28888OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1975 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.8 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC, PHOENIX (16+-100)
DATE:
1/5/77
FROM
:SC
SUBJECT: UNSUB, aka
Dan Cooper,
North west Airlines Flight
#305
Portland, Oregon to Seattle,
Washington, 11/24/71
On 1/5/77, Arizona, telephone
3 personally appeared at this office.
his income look
stated that he obtains the larger part of . He stated that he is hired to
. He stated that he has been 95 to 100 % accurate. He advised that
a detailed map of an area.
brought with him a detailed map of a section of Mt. Rainer National Park. He stated that he obtained the map from the Department of Interior. in order
on the Northwest Airlines hijacking and D. J. Cooper. He stated that he has plotted the travel of Cooper after he landed near Wahpenayo Peak, Mt Rainer
He stated that he has plotted the travel of Cooper after he landed near Wahpenayo Peak, Mt Rainer National Park. furnished the map with a dot marking the spot where he feels that the body of Cooper and a large portion of the money will be located.
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b6 b7C OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) TO1-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO FROI
AC, SEATTLE
AC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE:
12/14/76
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For the information of Seattle, came to the attention of the Minneapolis Division through Sheriff, X Some DONALD ONODT, Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, Minneapolis, Minnesota. 
White it is realized the information provided by is somewhat general, Seattle may wish to compare his.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of fronscription, 12/13/76
who resides at Richfield, Minnesota, telephone was interviewed regarding any infor- mation he has concerning a possible suspect in the highjacking of a Northwest Airliner which occurred in 1971, by an individual using the name D.B. COOPER.
advised that he was acquainted with an individual who served with him in the U.S. Army sometime during the period while stationed in Vietnam.
advised that at that time he was
attached to which was located near Pleiqu, Vietnam. unit was serving in support of advised that this individual, who he thought could possibly be D.
advised that at that time he was
attached to which was located near Pleiqu, Vietnam. unit was serving in support of advised that this individual, who he thought could possibly be D. B. COOPER, was named and he was with one of the units in the Pleiqu area. could have possibly been assigned to the ,
recalled that
had left the military service but rejoined shortly before coming to Vietnam. who was
was possibly from the State of Wash- ington and was interested in parachuting, although he was not an Army paratrooper. In addition, had mentioned how he had once been stopped in the State of Washington and
used to talk frequently about the mountains in the State of Washington and was very interested in weapons. as follows:
described
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Interviewed on 12/3/76 al Minneapolis, Minnesota
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. di is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
di is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-28891OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1079 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVE MENT
Memorandum
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
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SUBJECT:
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Enclosed for Seattle,''s a copy of a letter dated
11/17/76, from 912 East Second Street Maysville, Ky.
On 12/6/76, was contacted at Maysville, Ky., and his letter was 
acknowledged.
advised he does not recall ever
actually seeing the individual referred to in his letter, although it is possible that he did see the individual, but does not recall him.
has previously seen the artist conception of the unsub in this matter and does not relate it to anyone he recalls having seen in Liberty, Ky., (Casey County) .
It is noted that prior investigation has been conducted by the Louisville Division regarding this same who has reportedly returned to the West b6 b7C
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It is noted that prior investigation has been conducted by the Louisville Division regarding this same who has reportedly returned to the West b6 b7C
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Since could furnish no additional information and was unable to furnish any lead information, no further investigation is anticipated by the Louisville Division. 
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Church 564-5866 Parsonage 564-3649
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November 17, 1976
Federal Bureau of Investigation Louisville, Kentucky
Dear Sir:
Sunday's Lexington Herald-Leader carried a lengthy article about the skyjacking of a Northwest Orient plane going from Portland to Seattle nearly five years ago. The skyjacker gave the name Dan Cooper. It is about that crime that I am writing. 164-11-5 b6 -
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(Casey County) for seven years, Very soon after the sky- jacking a man named came to the community and started buying farms, businesses, etc. Many wondered where he got his money. I believe that he had a doctorate degree in education - taught in a university in the state of Oregon and also taught at the sommerset Community for a while after coning to Liberty. The thought has often come to my mind that there may just be a connection between the · crime and his sudden appearance in Liberty with a lot of money. This tip may prove to be of no help but I did want to tell you.
I have been gone from Liberty since June '75 and am told that no longer lives there. le dods have relatives there. harry Bowmer, Chief of Police can provide you with additional information should you wish to pursue this.
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The following outline is the result of many hours of research
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live that this information will lead to the arrest and conviction of "Dan B. Cooper", and the return of the money taken.
Dan B. Coopers "ILLUSIONS"
A. The public and the FBI believe the following:
1. On November 24, 1971 Northwest Orient flight 305 left Washington DC for Portland Oregon, then Seattle Washington.
2. Shortly before landing in Seattle a note was given to a stewardess to relay the following information to the pilot a. I have a bomb in my briefcase:
b. Do the following: Relay I will exchange all 36.passengers for $200,000 in twenty dollar bills, and 4 parachutes.
3. All the passengers, plus 2 stewardesses were released in exchange for the above.
L. Money and chutes on board, Cooper positively identified as being on board the aircraft - Aircraft now lifts off.
a. 8 fighter jets now tail the aircraft at slow speed, with the door in the tail section of the aircraft open, all the way to Reno Nevada.
' 1. All the fighter pilots report that no one left the aircraft b.
fighter jets now tail the aircraft at slow speed, with the door in the tail section of the aircraft open, all the way to Reno Nevada.
' 1. All the fighter pilots report that no one left the aircraft b. The aircraft now lands, FBI agents and police engulf the aircraft and are convinced that Cooper did not get off the aircraft in Reno Nevada.
c. Lodigicol assumption is to assume that Cooper had to parachut off the aircraft between Seattle and Reno Nevada.
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FBI
Date:	12/3/76

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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
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Re telephone call of SA California Resident Agency to SA Division, 11/30/76.
Fresno, Seattle
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Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an FD-302 reflecting interview of Original FD-302 will be forwarded under separate cover.
On 11/26/76,
telephonically contacted the Fresno, California RA, and advised that he had seen recent publicity concerning the five-year
On 11/26/76,
telephonically contacted the Fresno, California RA, and advised that he had seen recent publicity concerning the five-year anniversary of the D. B. COOPER hijacking incident, which prompted him to contact the FBI and relate a suspicious incident which he witnessed near Ellensburg, Washington, on the same night as the skyjacking.
Arrangements were made to interview on 11/30/76.
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On 11/30/76, the information contained in the enclosed FD-302 was discussed with SA Case Agent, E Sacramente Division, and it was ascertained from this conver- sation that due to an approximate 60-mile difference in geographical location, it would be very doubtful that this incident had any relation to captioned matter.
This information is being provided to Seattle for whatever further investigation is deemed appropriate. 2 Seattle (Enc .- 2) reed 2 - Sacramento
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was interviewed at his place of employment, the Fresno Dodge agency body shop ,Fresno, California, by Special Agents identified himself with California Driver's License He is described as a white male, 6', 190 X
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pounds, brown hair, brown eyes, residence address,
California, telephone number
in 1971, advised that for the Thanksgiving holidays , traveled from the Seattle area to a Methodist Church Camp, which is known as the Lazy F Ranch, and is located on the Menashtach (phonetic) Creek, 15 miles southest of Ellensburg, Washington. He stated that stayed there several days during Thanksgiving An a large building known as the Trading Post, and the only other person in the area was
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advised that on Wednesday afternoon, Thanks- giving eve, 1971, he and two of his friends drove up the creek canyon road into the mountains as far as they could drive.
the area was
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advised that on Wednesday afternoon, Thanks- giving eve, 1971, he and two of his friends drove up the creek canyon road into the mountains as far as they could drive. They then walked until they were about eight miles from the church camp. They had gone into this area to hunt grouse, and during the trip they saw nothing to indicate any human presence whatsoever. He recalls they passed some mountain summer cabins, approximately one and one-half miles from the camp, which were boarded and closed.
stated that about 1:00 p.m. it began to snow, and by 9:30 p.m. that evening there was eight inches of fresh snow on the ground. At about 11:30 p.m., the group was preparing for bed, and one of his friends, went out to shovel snow from the porch. He returned a moment later and announced there was a man outside the camp yelling for help. stated that all of the men went out and encountered this individual at the perimeter of the camp, who was carrying a gallon wine bottle, which only appeared to have two inches of wine remaining. The
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File #
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furnished the identities of the following people, who were present with him at the camp :
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Sunnyvale, Califórnia Telephone 7
Richland, Washington
General Telephone Company employee Bothell, Washington
Bothell, Washington stated that neither he, or to his knowledge, any of his friends, have ever reported this incident to any law enforcement authorities. He stated that he does not believe the burglary of the summer cabin was ever reported.
stated that he would be completely willing to assist in any way possible, including returning to the area or submitting to hypnosis to assist in this investigation, and regrets his delay in reporting this matter.
stated that he would be completely willing to assist in any way possible, including returning to the area or submitting to hypnosis to assist in this investigation, and regrets his delay in reporting this matter.
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TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, CHICAGO (164-297) (RUC)
SUBJECT:	NOR.JAK 00:Seattle

On 11/15/76, who requested that his name be kept confidential advised that he had information regarding captioned case.
On 12/6/76, who again requested that his name be kept confidential, advised that he went Nebraska, with an individual named
He advised that bears a great resemblance to the Unsub in this case.
advised that he last saw
in 1952
and that in
was an
excellent athlete who played all sports for .
stated that in 1952 was 5'9", 150 1bs., dishwater blond hair and that he would now be about 40 years of age. stated that was never in any trouble when he knew him and that he was a clean cut type. He advised that was in the paratroopers just after the Korean War.
stated that was never in any trouble when he knew him and that he was a clean cut type. He advised that was in the paratroopers just after the Korean War.
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He also advised that and that they
live
in or near Othello, Washington.
Su.J Chicago will leave the setting out of additional leads to the discretion of Seattle.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 12/7/76
FROM
:
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SUBJECT:
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BUFILE 164-2111
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MISCELLANEOUS PERSONS
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Bothell Way N.E., advised an individual looking like the sketch of D. B. COOPER and similar in appearance, wearing sunglasses, was in the store that he works in (i.e. Lakeview Market).
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stated the individual was driving an automobile with Washington license
On same date, a check with the Washington .
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stated the individual was driving an automobile with Washington license
On same date, a check with the Washington .State . Department of Motor Vehicles revealed that Washington license is a 1969 Buick LeSabre 4-door, registered to Washington
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The above is being presented for information purposes only and no further investigation will be.conducted concerning this aspect of this matter at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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For the information of Seattle, the following is set forth:
On 11/22/76, G. F. ROBERTS, aka Bob, 2028 West Bijou, Colorado Springs, Colorado, telephone 634-6551, appeared at the Colorado Springs RA and furnished the following information :
In approximately 1963, ROBERTS resided in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico.
ROBERTS, aka Bob, 2028 West Bijou, Colorado Springs, Colorado, telephone 634-6551, appeared at the Colorado Springs RA and furnished the following information :
In approximately 1963, ROBERTS resided in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico. ROBERTS stated that prior to that time, he had been a career newspaperman, having worked extensively in the southwestern United States. He stated that in 1973 he became curious of who at that time lived at Consequences, telephone
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During ROBERTS' conversation
with she indicted that had been in an accident and that he was at that time in what ROBERTS believed to be the Veterans Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico,
ROBERTS said that
claimed that had arrived in Truth or Consequences from Alaska. He said he could furnish no additional information regarding the and he never knowingly met
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He said he could furnish no additional information regarding the and he never knowingly met
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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DATE: 11/30/76
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SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-101) (₽)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
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The following investigation was conducted by =
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Efforts to locate N .. C., were made on 10/26/76, 11/17/76, 11/19/76, 11/24/76, without success. On the last date, was located at and stated that was employed at Bruards, Inc., in N. C., and that he would advise her of interviewing Agent's desire to contact her so that she might contact FBI at Hickory, N. C., and arrange for a meeting.
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strongly resembles an individual by the name of DAN COOPER whose picture appeared in the Fayetteville Times about mid-November. The caller stated that the article indicated Subb
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She stated that she had met also known as in October, 1971, and believes the exact date of October 10 of that year. This was in South Carolina and she believes it was about the time that She began
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This was in South Carolina and she believes it was about the time that She began
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and stated on Thanksgiving of 1971, she were at the White Stag Lodge at Tryon, North Carolina.
Her recollection is that before Thanksgiving and that her and then went to the White Stag Lodge either on that Tuesday or on Wednesday which would be November 24, 1971. She says that she definitely remembers that was not out of her sight for more than a few minutes during this entire week and upon further reflection, recalls that
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She recalls that she prepared with the assistance , a very sumptuous dinner for Thanksgiving, this peparation being mostly done the day before Thanksgiving and that another couple, from
Spartanburg, South Carolina, where they now reside in came up to the White Stag Lodge and had
Thanksgiving dinner with her She recalls that
her stayed at the Lodge for some time and that she actually
and she believes
took place in York, South Carolina. She has not, of this time,
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are very good friends and often talk to each other by telephone and most of the information concerning has been furnished to
This concerns
recalls that she has received information out west
and she believes it was in Colorado.
state of Washington. This was subsequent to occurred in October
She has had no contact with him since that time and has no idea as to his whereabouts.
North Carolina, and she believes it is and it would be a possibility that might either visit in that area or live in that area.
recollection was refreshed by the and she recalled in
that had come over Spartanburg, South Carolina, with
She also recalls that and that it
was this week, which was
recollection was refreshed by the and she recalled in
that had come over Spartanburg, South Carolina, with
She also recalls that and that it
was this week, which was Thanksgiving week, in 1971, when she went to the White Stag Lodge in Tryon, North Carolina.
stated that could not have been in the state of Washington or anywhere else on November 24 or November 25, 1971, as he was with her this entire time.
She stated that in Spartanburg, South Carolina, might.also remember this Thanksgiving dinner quite well as was
She stated another former close friend an Agent of the ATF Station in Greenville, South Carolina. As far as she knows, is still assigned to that station.
stated that was inclined to brag about things and lie in order to impress his listeners and she described him as a con-man type person
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and that he certainly had conned then taking about everything she had from her. She said she was sorry that it appeared that he was not involved in the matter under investigation.
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SUBJECT:
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On 11/30/76, at 10:45AM, who gaye his date of birth as address Seattle, was interviewed by the writer at the Seattle Office of the FBI, following his voluntary appearance there, and his request to speak with an FBI Agent. He is presently attending Clover Park Vocational School (ext. After dnyin denying his request to have a newspaper reporter present during the interview, SA
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replied that he has absolute proof of the identity of "D. B. COOPER". He further stated that he had arrived at this "proof" with his friend, (telephone and were most anxious to bring it to the attention of the FBI.
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then proceeded to outline a theory that COOPER b6 was in cahoots with the crew members of the aircraft, to carry outb7C a "Mission Impossible" type operation, just to say they had done it; that "COOPER" left the aircraft with the passengers; that the crew members had "burned" two parachutes on the plane, and had either burned the money or had concealed it on their bodies when they left the aircraft at Reno. He stated that "COOPER" could thus be narrowed to being one of the listed passengers.
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DATE: 11/30/76
FROM : SC, RUBY PL TOMASEK
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stated, "this is on elusion and magic we know who D. B. COOPER is". stated, COOPER tried to fool the FBI, instead of flying South to California he turned left to a mountain at 10,000 ft. and had (4) parachutes to use.
stated, COOPER tried to fool the FBI, instead of flying South to California he turned left to a mountain at 10,000 ft. and had (4) parachutes to use. also stated COOPER was in Olympia celebrating his victory Saturday 11/27/76, but was not there.
appears to have many elusions of D. B. COOPER, . which he rambles on incoherantly.
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DATE:
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FROM :
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telephonically contacted this office and advised that he and a friend, Tacoma
advised that COOPER never jumped but created an illusion and landed with the plane in Reno. He said COOPER was not interested in the money, he just wanted to commit the perfect crime.
friend, Tacoma
advised that COOPER never jumped but created an illusion and landed with the plane in Reno. He said COOPER was not interested in the money, he just wanted to commit the perfect crime. stated that he can pinpoint
within 12 people who D. B. COOPER is. He wouldnot furnish the names of these individuals because he and want credit for solving the case and they want the reward. stated when he is assured by an Agent that he and will get the reward, he will furnish all the information available to him.
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TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) .
DATE:10/22/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
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00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
Subt.
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, Yakima Resident Agency, advised telephonically on 10/20/76 that he received infor- mation from
Yakima Police Department, on 9/29/76. SA stated
₹ advised him that he had received information from a friend, whom he declined to name, that
SA stated
₹ advised him that he had received information from a friend, whom he declined to name, that the friend believed
was possibly identical to UNSUB in this matter.
is described as follows:
Name :
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Height:
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Weight: 165 lbs.
Hair:
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Eyes :
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advised he had no specific information that is involved in this matter.
Review of Seattle indices was negative concerning
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DATE:
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FROM :
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On 10/9/76,
Everett, Washington, telephonically advised that she saw
a white male in his mid-40's, medium to large build, 6',
185 lbs to 190 lbs, salt and pepper hair, not receding,
PERSONS
On 10/9/76,
Everett, Washington, telephonically advised that she saw
a white male in his mid-40's, medium to large build, 6',
185 lbs to 190 lbs, salt and pepper hair, not receding,
in the Kentucky Fried Chicken store in Everett, Washington,
at about 2:45 p.m. on 10/9/76.
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composite of D.B. COOPER. stated that the man resembled the artist's advised she works at the Seattle Times in Seattle, work telephone further described the individual she saw as wearing glasses, cleanshaven, medium complexion, had thick fluffed up gray hair, muscular build, bright royal blue cotton shirt, no tie, right ear protruded slightly more than the left ear, and was alone at the Kentucky Fried Chicken store.
No further investigation concerning this suspect will be conducted at this time. .
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DB Cooper-28919OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1975 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
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DATE:
10/3/76
FROM
:
SPC
SUBJECT:
INFORMATION CONCERNING
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Washington,
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DATE:
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FROM
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SUBJECT:
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telephonically advised that individual appearing in Sunday newspaper who is known as D.B. COOPER resembles captioned individual, was a advised he is a Boeing employee and that at Boeing approximately two years
ago. advised is currently employed by FAA in Seattle.
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DATE: 8/16/76
FROM :
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SUBJECT:
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On 7/28/76, Agent for the Royal Globe Insurance Company, Dexter Horton Building, Seattle, Washington, was contacted by the writer. stated
he had been dealing with concerning
and that company's ability to locate any evidence con- cerning captioned matter in
stated
he had been dealing with concerning
and that company's ability to locate any evidence con- cerning captioned matter in Lake Merwin.
stated he had reached an agreement with as to a reward for should he discover any infor-
mation. was advised that in no way would the FBI endorse nor would' they guarantee integrity.
stated he understood the FBI's position and intended to investigate as thoroughly as possible.
was asked to furnish the FBI with the names of any individuals or groups who contact Royal Globe concerning the possibility of obtaining a reward for evidence in captioned matter. stated he would make the requests known to his superiors in New York and would be back in touch with the writer when the results of that inquiry are known. further advised that he did not see any problems with providing the requested information. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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TO :
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On 7/15/76, a man who identified himself as stated telephonically that for the Toronto Star in Toronto, Canada. advised that he was calling long distance to obtain information concerning captioned crime. was advised by the writer that he could furnish no information to him in that this was a pending case. However, was advised that any official infor- mation that could be released would have to be done by the Special Agent in Charge of the Seattle Division or the Press Officer,
On the same date, the above information was made available to ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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On July 20, 1976, an anonymous call was received at the Columbus, Ohio Resident Agency from a female caller who sounded rational to the recipient. She stated, "I have known the resident of for over two years and he is D. B. Cooper.
The
caller would furnish no further information and terminated the call.
On July 21, 1976, the residence at was observed to be an older residential structure in the area of Ohio State University (OSU). The residence has
was interviewed and he advised that he does not know the
but stated that the
advised that he has lived at approximately five years and has known for the past three to four years. inasmuch as in his
He stated that he hears him all night long apartment.
the
but stated that the
advised that he has lived at approximately five years and has known for the past three to four years. inasmuch as in his
He stated that he hears him all night long apartment. He described as 6', slender, wears horn rimmed glasses, brown eyes, blond hair, and continuously.
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5'9", 180 pounds, born who has resided at 3 for approximately three weeks.
was observed to appear in his 60s, and had gray receding hair. He stated that he does not know the occupant of but described the occupant as a white
male, age 30s, 6', and
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she had contacted writer re information on subject COOPER. On personal contact with her which she insisted be secretive in view of "danger to her life" she furnished information re
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On personal contact with her which she insisted be secretive in view of "danger to her life" she furnished information re
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was the hijacker, COOPER. On previous contact and on 4/30/76 she could not state why she thought this was COOPER but insisted it was. On both occasions she was advised that the subject had jumped from the hi jacked aircraft about 8:10 PM over Woodland in a wooded area and that
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stated she feels COOPER is in it. However she
She further
could not state stated that
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On 4/23/76 while discussing another criminal case with
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The above information is being included for complete- ness of the file only and to have a record of in NORJAK indices.
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Third National Bank, brought to the attention of the Nashville Resident Agency, two newspaper articles which one of his employees had furnished to him.
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advised that the employee
COOPER and the second article which appeared in the issue of The Nashville Banner, concerns
advised that the employee providing these two articles brought to his attention the similarity of the two photographs. Furthermore, due to background of an outdoor person and survival training, he was bringing these newspaper articles to the attention of the Bureau for any investigation doomed advisable.
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The Memphis Division contemplates no further action in this matter.
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b6 b7C 48 . THE NASHVILLE BANNER, Friday, March 19, 1976
FBI Searches Smokies For Murder Suspect
Gatlinburg (UPI) FBI agents, guided by ex- perienced forest rangers; today fanned out through the wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in search of a State
THE NASHVILLE BANNER, Friday, March 19, 1976
FBI Searches Smokies For Murder Suspect
Gatlinburg (UPI) FBI agents, guided by ex- perienced forest rangers; today fanned out through the wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in search of a State De- partment official wanted In the murder of five members of his family:
The search was started after a bronze colored. Chevrolet station wagon belonging to Bradford Bisho,Jr 2 was found in parking lot of the park.s Involved in the search were about a dozen FBI agents, tracking dogs and six rangers who are. familiar with the rugged terrain in the the 500,000; acre park. Officials dis: couraged "any volunteer participation in the search in fear that Bishop might be armed.
The 1975 Chevrolet was; left in an unpaved parking lot near the Elkmont Mountain campground, a developed camping.area about.14 miles southeast of here.
The FBI said Bishop may have hiked up one of the trails and committed suicide. "There's a possi. bility that he may have gone up one of these trails and: taken his own life. That is purely"specula; tion," said Harold Swan: son, special agent in charge of the "Knoxville FBI office.
That is purely"specula; tion," said Harold Swan: son, special agent in charge of the "Knoxville FBI office.
Chief ranger Dick Moeller said although the wcoled area was infested with wild boar and bear; it
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was unlikely that a lone' hiker would face danger from the animals. He said FBI agents told him Bish: op was "a veteran camper and outdoors; man " who would be able. to survive several days in the wilderness with the proper equipment;
Swanson said tagents would search on foot for the foreign service of ficer, because the hilly terrain prohibited use of. mechanized equipment. He said it was unlikely that helicopters or other aircraft would be used be- cause the thick pine groves in the area limited visibility from the sky.
He said agents would also talk to any hikers in
the area to see if they could provide any clues.
Several persons . have vanished in the Smokies without a trace, One of the most widely publicized cases was that of 7-year- old Dennis Martin who disappeared on a Father's Day weekend.
have vanished in the Smokies without a trace, One of the most widely publicized cases was that of 7-year- old Dennis Martin who disappeared on a Father's Day weekend. six, years ago and was never seen again despite a search.ef- fort involving thousands including a green Beret unit
Park officials noticed Bishop's carthad been parked in the lot at the head of a trail for over a week and ran. a. routine check on the ownership through nation-wide com- puterized criminal infor mation center.
Doctors, : pharmacists and hospitals across the nation were also alerted Thursday to watch for Bishop, who may need a refill soon of an "antide- pressant drug prescribed to combat anxiety, ten- sion, irritability and alco. holism.
When the 1975 Chevrolet was positively identified as Bishop's, a wrecker towed the car to ranger headquarters where FBI .; agents from Knoxville and Columbia, began dusting:for fingerprints. and looking for other clues.
Inside the auto were a suitcase, a jacket and s shotgun in a, case:
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Inside the auto were a suitcase, a jacket and s shotgun in a, case:
DB Cooper-28931The FBI Asks Enquirer Readers
Help Us Find Skyjacker Who Escaped With $200,000 Cash
The FBI has asked ENQUIRER [jet's rear boarding ramp and jumped readers to help crack the mystery behind one of the great unsolved crimes of the past 25 years who and, where is sky jacker; D.B. Cooper
A man using that name hijacked a jetliner in 1971 and parachuted into the darkness. over Oregon, carrying $200,000 in cash with him, No trace of himtor the money has ever been found.
out, wearing one of the parachutes The plane was flying at /196 mph, the temperature was"7 degrees below zero" and there were winds of up to 50 mph. As far as is known, Cooper. woreino goggles or protective clothing. Using a computer, the FBI calculat- edthe parachuted into a 24 square-mile area on the Washington Oregon border near the rugged shores of Lake Mer. winin an area of dense woods and craggy foothills, almost impenetrable in many places.
"Readers of The ENQUIRER" could help us solve the mystery," said' FBI Agent Ralph Himmelsbach, who has been working on the case since the hijacking.
"Readers of The ENQUIRER" could help us solve the mystery," said' FBI Agent Ralph Himmelsbach, who has been working on the case since the hijacking. "Since we haven't found ! him; the
'For him to have gotten down un- injured would have been a tremendous feat or a tremendous stroke of luck," said , Himmelsbach
If Cooper died that night, no' one has ever admitted finding, his body or the $200,000 ransom:
SKYJACKER case is still : open and we're still looking FBI artist's version of the - mysterious D.B. Cooper Cooper- a tall, dark-complexioned man neatly dressed in a business suit, topcoat and brown oxfords + + hijacked a Portland-to-Seattle jet on the eve. ning of Nov: 24,.1971. :
"Let's assume Cooper didn't survive the jump," Himmelsbach said in ex- plaining . how". ENQUIRERY readers could help:
"That means there is someone some where who went missing about that time and has never returned. And even if.Cooper `did survive, the may not have returned to his family
He demanded that 10,000 $20-bills be delivered to him at Seattle along with four parachutes + or"he would blow; up the plane.
Cooper `did survive, the may not have returned to his family
He demanded that 10,000 $20-bills be delivered to him at Seattle along with four parachutes + or"he would blow; up the plane.
So, we'd be interested in informa- tion from ENQUIRER readers about any: missing person who might fit Cooper's description.
Airline officials complied with his demand. In return, Cooper allowed the 36 passengers and two of the three stewardesses to leave the plane!
"If he did"survive the jump, that means that unless he is very careful about spending the money a little at a time, he might be noticeable by any changes in his life-style. If he was not a wealthy man and he started making purchases beyond his means, then this is something to look-for.
He then ordered the pilot to fly south * to' Reno, Ney., at. 200 mph at 10,000 feet with the wing flaps down. He ordered the crew members to stay in the cockpit;
"ENQUIRER readers, especially bank tellers and others who regularly. handle money, also could help by scan- ning their $20 bills and checking them against the list of missing bills .:
'A few minutes later in the dark skies" over " Oregon, Cooper.
handle money, also could help by scan- ning their $20 bills and checking them against the list of missing bills .:
'A few minutes later in the dark skies" over " Oregon, Cooper. unlatched" the
Anyone who might have specific in- formation that might help solve this
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contacted the SE office 3/16/76. indicating he was interested in the currency list on the D. B. Cooper case. stated
Ser#: L08897369, P
was checked thru NCIC, with negative results.
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DB Cooper-28933SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
King News Service, telephonically contacted writer and advised she had received a telephone call from an unknown female who advised she had some infor- mation pertaining to the D. B. COOPER case and she did not want to contact the FBI for fear her phone would be tapped. The woman then stated to she had some friends who have told her about a friend of theirs who has a great deal of money, no visible means of support and carries a rifle, who claims to either be D. B. COOPER or ' to know where COOPER's money is buried. went on to say this woman has called KING before and although she sounds a little "cooky" she has occasionally furnished
went on to say this woman has called KING before and although she sounds a little "cooky" she has occasionally furnished good information. She stated the woman did not want to contact the FBI directly but wanted the name of an Agent to contact concerning the COOPER case.
SA
advised
that SA
would be the Agent to contact. then stated the woman planned to call her back tomorrow and she would at that time advise the woman to contact SA of the FBI directly.
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DB Cooper-28934 2/11/76
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
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Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of
For the information of Seattle, who is currently under investiga-
and
tion by who was considered a possible suspect in Minneapolis PINAP case, should be considered as a possible suspect in captioned matter. For several years he was a truck driver by occupation and became familiar with the west coast particularly the State of Washington.
For several years he was a truck driver by occupation and became familiar with the west coast particularly the State of Washington. " A review of Minneapolis files discloses that Seattle has conducted previous investigation of relative to his possible involvement in the theft of tractor trailers.
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is a pilot and is rumored to be a sky diver. He has served in the U. S. Air Force. In recent years, has shown signs of affluence as evidenced by his ownership is described
as follows:
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DB Cooper-28935
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2/6/76
SAC, DETROIT (104-115) (P)
UNSUB, Ska, Dan Cooper; Northwest Airlines, Flight 350, Portland, Oregon to Seattle, Washington 11/24/71 CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION 00: SEATTLE
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of the "Secret Witness Program" of a local : etroit newspaper. The "Secret Witness Program" offers rewards in varing amounts to individuals who anonymously fumnich infor- mation to the newspaper in current local investigations and cases of national prominchce.
The "Secret Witness Program" offers rewards in varing amounts to individuals who anonymously fumnich infor- mation to the newspaper in current local investigations and cases of national prominchce.
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"Regarding the 'D.3. Cooper' who hijacked a. Northwest Airlines flight over Washington four years ago, I knew a (who come- times wrote his name so that the looked like
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returned in cepecially good financiel condition and obtinek & position is of the der York State Credit thion Ligste of which I believe he is still associated."
LEADS :
NEW YORK AT NEW YORK, NEW YORK
Will, through New York: State Credit Union League attempt to kontify and locate and atteure to determine if
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LEADS :
NEW YORK AT NEW YORK, NEW YORK
Will, through New York: State Credit Union League attempt to kontify and locate and atteure to determine if identical with D.B. COOPER.
DETROIT
AT DETROIT, DICUICAN
Will maintain contact with
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- 1 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR {41 CFRI 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 2/6/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
( BUfile .164-2111)
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RE: SUB J MISCELLANEOUS PERSONS
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Name :
Address :
Former Address :
DOB :
Seattle, Washington
Bremerton
Three arrests shown by the Seattle Police Department :
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A photograph of obtained at the time of reveals his likeness to be dissimilar to that of the artist's composite of UNSUB. SubJ 164-81-6845
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DB Cooper-28939 OPTIONAL FORM NO, 10 JULY 1973 COITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 2/6/76
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
(BUfile .164-2111)
RE: SUB J MISCELLANEOUS PERSONS
Credit and criminal checks at Seattle, Washington revealed the following information concerning miscellaneous suspect
Name : Address :
Seattle, Washington
Former Address :
Bremerton
DOB :
Three arrests shown by the Seattle Police Department:
Date:
Charge :
Date:
Charge :
Date:
Charge :
his
A photograph of obtained at the time of reveals his likeness to be dissimilar to that of the artist's composite of UNSUB.
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DB Cooper-28941 1-336 (Rev.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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FEDERA BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537
REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO. FBI FILE NO.	164-47
LATENT CASE NÓ.

February 3, 1976
TO:
SAC, Albany
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RE:
UNSUB., AKA
DAN COOPER;
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 350
PORTLAND, OREGON
TO SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
11-24-71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
REFERENCE:
Letter 12-10-75
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY
SPECIMENS:
Albany
Envelope, Q1
Hand printed lotter, Q2
Listed specimens described in separate Laboratory report.
Seven latent fingerprints, three of which were made by side areas of fingers, were developed on letter, Q2. No latent prints of value developed on envelope.
Latent prints not identical with comparable areas of previously reported latent prints in "NORJAK" case, Bufile #164-2111.
Latent prints not identical with comparable areas of previously reported latent prints in "NORJAK" case, Bufile #164-2111.
Specimens enclosed.
Enc. (2) 2 - Seattle (164-81)
THIS ROPORT IS PURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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SERIALIZED, Clarence M. Kelley,
DB Cooper-28943DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2131) 2/3/76 ATTN: FBI LABORATORY, LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re Latent Fingerprint Section Form 1-336 dated 12/18/75. Referenced communication refers to the following individuals and there is no indication in the Seattle file as to why they are connected with NORJAK nor are any of them listed as suspects in this matter:
The Latent Fingerprint Section is requested to advise Seattle as to why these individuals are involved in the NORJAK matter and furnish Seattle with any additional background information so that appropriate investigation could be instituted.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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