stated he never meant to imply this was
ad-
the hijacker, but was only commenting about the resemblance that has with the composite drawing with the unknown sub- ject. advised that was the last time he saw and feels he was in no way connected with the hijacking.
advised he never knew last name He b6 b7C
advised further is a white male, age approximately with all other descriptive data being just "average". stated he met last year at the Chinook Hotel and does not know where he is employed. stated as far as he remembers,
stated apparently has did not smoke cigarettes. spent a long time in Spain working for a company there. advised his permanent address is Yakima, Washington, and he is employed by the National Environmental Development Industry, which is a company that basically markets farm-type equipment.
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2 - Seattle
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: August 14, 1972
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Seattle airtel to Butte, dated 6/23/72. On July 3, 1972, employee at United Airlines' Flight Office in Seattle, advised that is an employee stationed at the San Francisco United Airlines' Office.
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DB Cooper-9265SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
Re Seattle airtel to Butte, dated 6/23/72.
On July 3, 1972, employee at United Airlines' Flight Office in Seattle, advised that is an employee stationed at the San Francisco united Airlines' Office.
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employee at United Airlines' Flight Office in Seattle, advised that is an employee stationed at the San Francisco united Airlines' Office.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/14/72
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On August 2. 1972.
(Protect
Identity),
Everett, Washington, advised the telephone
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number
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The name telephone number
was not associated with
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LEAD
SEATTLE
AT KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Contact
Bothell, and determine the present address of Thereafter, interview concerning sub- whereabouts during the period of captioned 
ject hijacking.
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Agent assigned lead should have copy of Serials 3603, 3656, and 3658.
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HOLD UNTIL RESULTS OF INV AT b7C
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5010-108
KURIETT
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NOR.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
HOLD UNTIL RESULTS OF INV AT b7C
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IDAHO FAUS 8/15/72 RIN
5010-108
KURIETT
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NOR.JAK
Re Seattle memo of
dated 7/25/72.FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
F81 Date: 8/14/72
Transmit the following in

AIRTEL	(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
Via

(Priority)
FROM :
SUBJECT: NORJAK
TO : SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
RE:
Re Butte teletype to Seattle 7/15/72.
The following investigation was conducted by
SA
On 8/4/72,
(Protect) ,
Everett. Washington. advised that
Bothell, Washington.
On 8/4/72,
(Protect)
Everett, ho reference to a
Washington, advised that
The results of
would indicate that neither of those previously mentioned in Snohomish County. She indicated that
was
there
On 8/7/72,
(Protect)
Everett, Washington, checked
for
Except as mentioned above,
could find no for any of the three mentioned
individuals.
Searchod
LEADS
gxed
BUTTE DIVISION at Sandpoint, Idaho
1.
She indicated that
was
there
On 8/7/72,
(Protect)
Everett, Washington, checked
for
Except as mentioned above,
could find no for any of the three mentioned
individuals.
Searchod
LEADS
gxed
BUTTE DIVISION at Sandpoint, Idaho
1. Will report results of contact with (LNU) . 164-81-3787
Butte
Seattle
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Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-9268
Special Agent in Charge
U. F. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
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ferielized It
HF
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2. Will, if feasible, obtain a photograph of showing prominent scar.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9269 OPTIONAL FORM NO. to
MAY 194Z EDITION
GSA FPMR (a CFR) 101-114
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/15/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE: . SUSPECT (FNU) 1
On 8/9/72, Seattle, Washington, telephone number
advised that a man by the name of ( FNU)
lives in the
house stated this man moved in about one year agoand to the best of his knowledge has been unemployed the whole time. About three months ago started buying all sorts of new items, i.e., car, boat, trailer, etc.
stated this man moved in about one year agoand to the best of his knowledge has been unemployed the whole time. About three months ago started buying all sorts of new items, i.e., car, boat, trailer, etc.
further advised
looks like the artist's composite of D. B. COOPER and is approximately 40 years old.'
LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
for (FNU) Will discretely determine descriptive information and attempt to eliminate him as a suspect in this matter.
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164-81-3788 SEA C . 20. SERIALIZED _CC TALCO AUG 15 1972 FRI-SEATTLE IN
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OFAL FORM NO, 10 MAY IL : LEITEN GSA POUR (a Crm) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/15/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE: SUSPECT b6 b7C
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The following investigation was conducted by
at Seattle, Washington:
On 8/2/72, the records of the Seattle Police ¡Department were checked concerning the subject and it was noted that he was a
On 8/3/72, the records of the King
was conducted by
at Seattle, Washington:
On 8/2/72, the records of the Seattle Police ¡Department were checked concerning the subject and it was noted that he was a
On 8/3/72, the records of the King County Sheriff's Office were checked concerning subject with negative results.
On 8/3/72, the records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked concerning the subject and it was determined that his address as of October, 1965 is Seattle, Washington 98119. Subject's employment was listed as telephone answering service. Subject's and subject's date of birth is
On 8/11/72, subject's traffic record was checked and it was discovered that subject received driving
a vehicle with license 164-81-3789
On 8/11/72, DMV record check revealed license is listed to a 1967 Cadillac, registered owner address Seattle, Washington,
legal owner National Bank of Canada," Queen Anne Branch, 100 West Mercer Street, Seattle, Washington. Title obtained 2/22/72. SEARCHEO
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ALIZED GETALE AUG 15 1972 F81 -SEATTLE WICK E
1.
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DB Cooper-9271SE 164-81
2 LEADS
SEATTLE At Olympia, Washington
Will
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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DB Cooper-9271SE 164-81
2 LEADS
SEATTLE At Olympia, Washington
Will obtain a copy of subject's Washington State driver's license and forward to Seattle for display to appropriate witnesses.
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DB Cooper-9272OPTIONAL FORM NO. to MAY 1602 LÔITION CSA FPMA ( CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/15/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE: SUSPECT
SE
The following investigation was conducted by
at Seattle, Washington:
On 8/2/72, the records of the Seattle Police i Department were checked concerning the subject and it was noted that he was a
On 8/3/72, the records of the King County Sheriff's Office were checked concerning subject with negative results.
On 8/3/72, the records of the Seattle Credit Bureau were checked concerning the subject and it was determined that his address as of October, 1965 is Seattle, Washington 98119. Subject's employment was listed as telephone answering service. Subject's and subject's date of birth is
On 8/11/72, subject's traffic record was checked and it was discovered
Subject's and subject's date of birth is
On 8/11/72, subject's traffic record was checked and it was discovered that subject received driving
a vehicle with license
On 8/11/72, DMV record check revealed license is listed to a 1967 Cadillac, registered owner address Seattle, Washington, legal owner National Bank of Canada, Queen Anne Branch, 100 West Mercer Street, Seattle, Washington. Title obtained 2/22/72.
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SEARCHED ....____ INDEXED SERIALIZED AUG 15 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
IN
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-9273
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LEADS
SEATTLE At Olympia, Washington
Will obtain a copy of subjectis Washington State driver's license and forward to Seattle for display to appropriate witnesses.
DB Cooper-9274
- 2 .OPTIONAL FORM NO. 1 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CHR) 101-114
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
DATE: 8/15/72
ELIMINATE
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RE: SUSPECT
On 8/11/72, Seattle, Washington, telephone advised that
is currently
GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
DATE: 8/15/72
ELIMINATE
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RE: SUSPECT
On 8/11/72, Seattle, Washington, telephone advised that
is currently living telephone number ·
stated drinks a lot and when drunk sometimes acts crazy. described as white male, American, 45 to 50 years old, 140 to 145 pounds, 5'6" or possibly a little shorter, medium tan complexion, close crewcut hair, reclining forehead, narrow face, has no teeth of his own.
In view of the fact that Unsub in this matter has been described by eye witnesses as 5'10" to 6' tall, 170 to 180 pounds, average to well built, Latin appearance in complexion, normal style hair, parted on the left, whose description as set forth above does not match Unsub's description, is no longer being considered a suspect in this matter and no further investigation will be conducted concerning him.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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OUR
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
In Reply, Please Refer to File No. 1015 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98104
November 28, 1971
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Dear Sir:
Enclosed is an artist's conception of the hijacker who extorted $200,000 from Northwest Airlines on November 24, 1971. This man is described as follows:

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 appearance, medium smooth
Hair:	Dark brown or black, normal style, parted on(left, combed bąck
Sideburns, low car level
Eyes :	Possibly brown. During latter
part of flight put on dark,
wrap-around sunglasses with dark rims.
This man is described as follows:

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 appearance, medium smooth
Hair:	Dark brown or black, normal style, parted on(left, combed bąck
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 tip cigarettes
Wearing Apparel:	Black or brown suit; white shirt;
narrow black tic; black dress suit; black rain-type overcoat or dark top coat; dark briefcase or attache case; carried paper
Apparel:	Black or brown suit; white shirt;
narrow black tic; black dress suit; black rain-type overcoat or dark top coat; dark briefcase or attache case; carried paper bag
4"x12"x14"; brown shoes 164-81-3791

If you have any information which might lead to the identity of this individual, please contact the FBI Office at Seattle, Washington, telephone MA2-0460, or your nearest FBI Office which would be found in the front of your telephone directory.
SEARCHED .....________. INDEXED. SERIA: 17 0 FILED
Very truly yours! Q.S .: Milan
AUG 1 - 1972
J. E. MILNES cranial amont in Charge
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: · 8/15/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 :
Seattle
RE:
SUSPECT
·
Reference Atlanta letter to Seattle dated 6/30/72.
Referenced communication advised
should be considered a suspect in this matter because he was employed as Hampton, Georgia
and for an unexplained reason he abruptly quit his employment,
and left the
Atlanta area.
Referenced communication advised
should be considered a suspect in this matter because he was employed as Hampton, Georgia
and for an unexplained reason he abruptly quit his employment,
and left the
Atlanta area. The only record for
who lives in the State of Washington. This
lists a number for number is area code
Atlanta further advised descriptive information
concerning was as follows :
Race
Sex
Date of Birth
Marital Status
Height
Weight
Military Status
Serial Number
White Male
(Note: This
would have made at the time of Norjak)
519H
150
U.S. Army
. On . 8/15/72, it was determined through contact with Pacific Northwest Bell Telephone Company that area code was a telephone number in Harrington, Washington. b6
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LEADS
164-81-3792
SEARCHED ......_ INDEXED SERIALIZED 4 FILED-CC AUG 15 1972
a
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1618
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DB Cooper-9278
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SEATTLE . At Harrington, Washington
Will determine subscriber information concerning instant number and attempt to locate If located, obtain further descriptive information, including recent photograph and location on 11/24/71 if possible.
At Harrington, Washington
Will determine subscriber information concerning instant number and attempt to locate If located, obtain further descriptive information, including recent photograph and location on 11/24/71 if possible.
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Enclosed for Resident Agent handling lead at Harrington is one copy of SAC Seattle open letter concerning this matter dated 11/28/71 and one copy of, Unsub's artist's composite with glasses on and off.
ARMED AND . DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-9279
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/15/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE: SUSPECT
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Reference Atlanta letter to Seattle dated 6/30/72.
Referenced communication advised should be considered a suspect in this matter because he was employed as in Hampton, Georgia and for an unexplained reason he abruptly quit his employment, and left the
Atlanta area. The only record for
lists a number for number is area code
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Race
Sex
Date of Birth
(Note: This would have made at the time of Norjak)
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Marital Status
Height
59
Weight
150
Military Status
U.
The only record for
lists a number for number is area code
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Race
Sex
Date of Birth
(Note: This would have made at the time of Norjak)
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Marital Status
Height
59
Weight
150
Military Status
U.S. Army -
Serial Number
On · 8/15/72, it was determined through contact with Pacific Northwest Bell Telephone Company that area code was a telephone number in Harrington, Washington.b6
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LEADS
164-81-3792
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4
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DB Cooper-9280
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who lives in the State of Washington. This
Atlanta further advised descriptive information concerning was as follows:
White MaleOPTIONAL FOAM NO. 10 MAY 104 LDITION GSA FPMA ( CPR) KK-ILS
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/15/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE :
SUSPECT
Attempts to locate subject's
negative to date.
DMV check concerning the name the following information:
revealed
DOB Kent, Washington, 6'1", 185 pounds, blue eyes with two vehicles, license 1972 Supio and license
1963 Ford Galaxie, four-door hardtop.
DMV check concerning the name the following information:
revealed
DOB Kent, Washington, 6'1", 185 pounds, blue eyes with two vehicles, license 1972 Supio and license
1963 Ford Galaxie, four-door hardtop.
LEADS
SEATTLE At Bremerton, Washington
Will recontact determine if subject is identical with
to listed above. If subject is not identical, will obtain subject's full name, date of birth and further descriptive information to possibly eliminate him in this matter. If subject is identical with set out lead to have Olympia RA obtain current photograph of subject from his driver's license.
SEATTLE
At Seattle, Washington
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Will, after receipt of information from Bremerton, show pictures of to witnesses in this matter.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-9283
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8/15/72
.SA
NORJAK 00: Seattle
RE: SUSPECT b6 b7C
Attempts to locate subject's negative to date.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-9283
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8/15/72
.SA
NORJAK 00: Seattle
RE: SUSPECT b6 b7C
Attempts to locate subject's negative to date.
DMV check concerning the name the following information:
revealed
DOB
Kent, Washington. 6']", 185 pounds, blue eyes with two vehicles, license 1972 Supio and license
1963 Ford Galaxie, four-door hardtop.
LEADS
SEATTLE At Bremerton, Washington
Will recontact
to determine if subject is identical with
listed above. If subject is not identical, will obtain subject's full name, date of birth and further descriptive information to possibly eliminate him in this matter. If subject is identical with set out lead to have Olympia RA obtain current photograph of subject from his driver's license.
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : S SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re memo of SA
dated 7/7/72.
#
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : S SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re memo of SA
dated 7/7/72.
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On July 14, 1972, the Department of Labor and Industry, 300 West Harrison, advised that is an employee advised that their records showed that was a patient at the Burien General Hospital from under the care of
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Seattle, Washington.
confirmed the fact that was under his care at the Burien General Hospital during a period covering the
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164-81-3794 SEARCHED ........... INDEXED SERIALIZED LA FILED AUG 1 3 1972 FBI . SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-9286
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DATE: August 14, 1972
ELIMINATE SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
Re memo of SA
dated 7/7/72, b6 b7C
On July 14, 1972, the Department of Labor and Industry, 300 West Harrison. advised that is an employee advised that their records showed that was a patient at the Burden General Hospital from under the care of
Executive at
On same date.
advised that is an employee advised that their records showed that was a patient at the Burden General Hospital from under the care of
Executive at
On same date. was contacted at b6
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confirmed the fact that was under his care at the Burden General Hospital during a. period covering the
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August 14, 1972
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SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED GT FILED
FBI . SEATTLE
DB Cooper-9287 1-336 (Rev. 5.24-72)
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 4 9 0 + ₹
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537 REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.	164-31	. July 5, 1972
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.	A-45410

TO:
SAC, Springfield
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RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Teletype 6/29/72
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Springfield
SPECIMENS:
This report confirms Butel of 6/29/72.
Previously reported unidentified latent fingerprints
this case not identical fingerprints born b6 b7C
PD, Santa Monica, California, #50738.
Previously reported unidentified latent fingerprints
this case not identical fingerprints born b6 b7C
PD, Santa Monica, California, #50738.
Previously reported latent fingerprints, which werd made by the tips, sides or joints of the fingerd, and previously re- ported latent impressions, which are either fingerprints or palm prints, compared, insofar as possible, fingerprints this individual, but no identification effected. Complete inked areas of the tips, sides, joints of the fingers and palm prints needed for conclusive comparisons, Palm prints not available our Identification Division files for this individual.
1 - Indianapolis 1 - Los Angeles - Salt Lake City 1- Seattle
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Juras Porector FBI-SEATTLE
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONL
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DB Cooper-9288OPTIONAL PORK NO. 10 MAY THR TDITION GSA PPMA (€ CPR) 101-114
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 4/20/72
SW3
ANSUS AT TOTAM BAR & TAUREN
Repeated attempts to contact
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GSA PPMA (€ CPR) 101-114
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 4/20/72
SW3
ANSUS AT TOTAM BAR & TAUREN
Repeated attempts to contact
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tive. Repeated attempts to contact also negative in that it was determined that phone had been disconnected.
tele-
On 4/11/72,
(PROTECT) 
is currently living Vancouver, Washington.
advised that b6 b7C b7D
LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION At Vancouver, Washington
Will contact
re information about an UNSUB that Bar and Tavern who generally fits the description of the UNSUB hijacker.
saw at the Totem X
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SUB
home/se/2-450mm 0/34/2 mg att ant 9/19/09
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LEAD
ERLSEATTLE
5/3
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DB Cooper-9289
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
INDEX
Vancouver, Washington, were nega- by telephone were9/26/20
El Rancho motel milanky augen Caminh Squeaking
met this
went to schwachen Novas!
Imoved around hund
8/25/2
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4/20/72
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Panestad
Imoved around hund
8/25/2
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DB Cooper-9290SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
4/20/72
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Panestad attomate to contact at
Vancouver. Washington, were nega-
tive. Repeated attempts to contact also negative in that it was determined that phone had been disconnected.
by telephone were tele-
On 4/11/72, (PROTECT) advised that b6
is currently living with Vancouver, Washington.
LEADS
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SEATTLE DIVISION At Vancouver, Washington
Will contact re information about an UNSUB that
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saw at the Totem Bar and Tavern who generally fits the description of the UNSUB hijacker.
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FBI Date: 8/17/72
007
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Vic
TELETYPE
(Type in plaintext or code)
NITEL
(Priority)
TO
:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
SUB O
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
WEEKLY SUMMARY
SEATTLE FILE REVIEW AND SYSTEMATIC ELIMINATION OF ALL POSSIBLE SUSPECTS CONTINUES.
following in
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TELETYPE
(Type in plaintext or code)
NITEL
(Priority)
TO
:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
SUB O
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
WEEKLY SUMMARY
SEATTLE FILE REVIEW AND SYSTEMATIC ELIMINATION OF ALL POSSIBLE SUSPECTS CONTINUES. NEW SUSPECTS CONTINUE TO BE DEVELOPED AND INVESTIGATION INSTITUTED. RNN: k1b (3)
cel
164-81-3797#
Approved:
2020
Sent 5:57p M Per DCA
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Date:
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TO	: ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)	Sulo
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
SUBJECT: NORJAK	WEEKLY SUMMARY

SEATTLE FILE REVIEW AND SYSTEMATIC ELIMINATION OF ALL POSSIBLE SUSPECTS CONTINUES. NEW SUSPECTS CONTINUE TO BE DEVELOPED AND INVESTIGATION INSTITUTED. RNN : k1b (3)
164-81-37978
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DB Cooper-9293OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10
MAY 1902 EDITION
GSA FPMR (4 CPR) It+1L#
1 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DATE:
8/18/72
FROM
:
SA ROBERT H.
10
MAY 1902 EDITION
GSA FPMR (4 CPR) It+1L#
1 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DATE:
8/18/72
FROM
:
SA ROBERT H. WICK
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
SUSPECT
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164-81-10
On August 18, 1972, Olympia, Washington, made available photograph of suspect show- ing him born height 5' 11", 175, eyes brown, address Seattle, Washington.
DMV,
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ACTION:
Will display photograph of suspect with other photos to witnesses for possible identification.
(2) RHW:
164-81-3798
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WITH Copy or PICTURE, attached
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-92948/16/72
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL

TO	:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM	:	SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Suspect
b7C On 8/15/72, b6
U. S. ANTIMONY CORPORATION b6 'b7C Thompson Falls, Montana, Missed
from the U. S. ANTIMONY CORPORATION.
believes
is used in
stated he believed Subject has não
however, has no inventory control and cannot be positive.
believes
is used in
stated he believed Subject has não
however, has no inventory control and cannot be positive. Subject also in the vicinity of the U. S. ANTIMONY CORPORATION.
stated that the reason for the above-mentioned was the result of due
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to his inability to do mining work after stating he was able to do so. attempted to pay Subiect by check, but Subject refused to give his 884%. determined through the Good Samaritan Hospital. Portland, Oregon, that Subject's home is Beaverton, Oregon. Subject is ariVing an old Dodge Powerwagon with a 12 foot camper, (homemade), silver in color, Idaho License remainder unrecalled.
believes is an alias and believes stated Subject
stated he was from Lovelock, Nevada. resembles "Hijacker over in Seattle", except has a moustache and is described as tall and thin.
2 - Portland 2) - Seattle (164-81) 2 - Butte VBS/cr (6)
164-81-3799
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SERIALIZED
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DB Cooper-9295BT #164-26
LEAD
PORTLAND DIVISION
AT BEAVERTON, OREGON
Conduct appropriate investigation to determine description
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SERIALIZED
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DB Cooper-9295BT #164-26
LEAD
PORTLAND DIVISION
AT BEAVERTON, OREGON
Conduct appropriate investigation to determine description and background of and his whereabouts during the pertinent period of captioned hijacking.
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DB Cooper-9296OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INI ÉDITION CSA FAME (e CFR) 101-11.4
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (P)
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AT BOISE, IDAHO
1
On August 11, 1972,
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Law Enforcement, State of Idaho, advised
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that Idaho license was issued to
St. Martes, Idaho, for a 1065 Plymouth, four-door Vehicle Identification
LEADS BUTTE DIVISION
AT BOISE, IDAHO At Motor Vehicle Bureau, obtain photograph and description of AT ST. MARIES, IDAHO
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Conduct appropriate investigation to determine
background of possible whereabouts during pertinent period.
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2 - Seattle 28/3 - Butte VBS/jep (8)
164-81-3800
SEARCHED
INDEXED
a
SERIALIZEO
FILED
AUG 1 9 1972
FBI-SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-9297
DATE: 8/15/72
FROM
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Bureau airtel, 8/3/72.
X
X No Duplication Fee X
X For this Page X SEE NEXT VOLUME
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RECORD OF INFORMATION FURNISHED OTHER AGENCIES
Orally 10/3/72
By Telephone
Written Communication
date
date
date
Information concerning:
noyac
Information furnished from File, Serial, and Page Number:
164-81 SAC Letter datia 10/2/72
Information furnished was obtained: during course of Bureau investigation from informants from complainants or other sources
Washington State Game
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Information furnished to
Dept, Vancouver Com.
Number of items disseminated:
1,500
Rem
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adorned That his departement would disseminate
are 1,500 copies of ref. letter to hunters in the merwing Ham, Clack Co.
Number of items disseminated:
1,500
Rem
b6
adorned That his departement would disseminate
are 1,500 copies of ref. letter to hunters in the merwing Ham, Clack Co. bic
Wa area.
(+)1500=
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Special Ayem 1- 164-81 T=66-2649
DB Cooper-93000
8/15/72
ELIMINATE
AIRTEL
TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re Bureau airtel to Minneapolis 5/30/72;
Minneapolis airtel to Seattle 7/7/72.
The referenced Bureau airtel directed investigation
concerning
St. Paul, Minnesota, telephone number
The following investigation was conducted by
SA
It was ascertained on 7/5/72 that telephone number is listed to
St. Paul.
advised on 7/5/72 that
is not known to her or
On 7/5/72
of Oasis Cafe,
878 Smith Avenue, St. Paul, advised that
who formerly lived there, moved out about two years ago. His present address was not known. 
2 - Bureau 2 } Seattle (164-81) 2 - Minneapolis WAA:kao (6)
READ RIEF THAN GUM PARANOID
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3801
64-81-3800 INDEXED SERIALIZED 1+ FILED
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AL
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On 7/10/72 St.
2 - Bureau 2 } Seattle (164-81) 2 - Minneapolis WAA:kao (6)
READ RIEF THAN GUM PARANOID
Dsc 11/24/72
3801
64-81-3800 INDEXED SERIALIZED 1+ FILED
SEARCHED AUG 1 8 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
AL
DB Cooper-9301
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b6 b7CMP 164-73
On 7/10/72 St. Paul Police Department, advised that who is retired from the Army,
address was described as follows:
His last St. Paul. He is
DOB
Race
white
Height
5' 10%"
Weight 175
Eyes
Blue
Hair
Brown and gray
Complexion
Ruddy
On 7/15/72
Post Office Inspector, St. Paul, checked appropriate postal stations without locating an address for He was ascertained to have
at St. Paul, which was taken 9/3/68 with an address of
On 7/20/72 Veterans Administration (VA) Contact Center, St. Paul, advised that is not receiving Government benefits through VA but is an out clinic patient.
On 8/15/72 St. Paul, advised that has been a regular at the outpatient clinic since prior 1970 with a
VA Center,
On 11/22/71 he telephoned
the clinic at 2 a.m., at which time he appeared to be inebriated and stated that he was upset. Me was sent tranquilizing medicine, which is common in his case. He again telephoned on (11/24/71" requesting further medication.
Me was sent tranquilizing medicine, which is common in his case. He again telephoned on (11/24/71" requesting further medication. And again was in contact with the clinic telephonically on 12/6/71. He presently continues to receive treatment and is in regular contact with the clinic.
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DB Cooper-93024
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>
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MP 164-73
The only address in the record is St. Paul.
No further inquiry is being conducted concerning 'Armed and Dangerous
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DB Cooper-9303FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 8/15/72
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(Priority}
TO SAC, Seattle (164-81) FROM SAC, Indianapolis (164-62) (RUC) KORJAK
00: Seattle
Re St. Louis Form SL-17 to Seattle, 8/2/72.
On 8/10/72, the TAG 201 File re was obtained from the Army Personnel Services Support Center, Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana; and the following information was contained in this file:
enlisted in the U. S. Army on at the U. S. Army Recruiting Main Station, Syracuse, New York, and was assigned to Fort Dix, New Jersey.
Army on at the U. S. Army Recruiting Main Station, Syracuse, New York, and was assigned to Fort Dix, New Jersey. Hc listed his home address as
Ilion, New York. The following description of was contained in his file:
DOB POB
Race
White Male
Sex Height
15174
Weight
118 pounds
Hair
Eyes
Build
Brown Hazel Medium
2-3802
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED St FILED AT AUG 1 8 1972 FBI-SEATTLE (2)- Seattle 1 - Indianapolis GBD :mal (3)
Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-9304
Special Agent in Charge
^U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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Vision SR Schooling
20/20 vision both cyes
Graduated from unnamed high school in 1962; attended University of Maryland in 1969 and took nine semester hours No employment listed prior to enlistment
Occupation
ESH
Ilion, Herkimer County, New York).
Tn was assigned to San Francisco. He reenlisted in the U. S. Army at which time he was shown to names not listed. His reenlistment form indi- cated he had attended the following schools:
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SP WER CEN, Fort Bragg, North Carolina,
UAS Engineers, Fort Belvoir, Virginia,
On
His reenlistment form indi- cated he had attended the following schools:
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SP WER CEN, Fort Bragg, North Carolina,
UAS Engineers, Fort Belvoir, Virginia,
On received an honorable discharge and reonlisted for a period of four years. He was assigned to the Fort Devens, Massachusetts. b6 b7c
His mental test scores were as follows :
His grade was
His specialty was listed as b6
with related civilian occupation listed as
He served in Vietnam from and from
On his reenlistment Form.
he lists
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Ilis file indicated that he has been assigned to the following stations :
DB Cooper-9305
2 IP 164-62
Fort Bragg, North Carolina APO 331 San Francisco Fort Buckner, Okinawa Fort Dix, New Jersey Fort Sill, Oklahoma Fort Benning, Georgia.
ÀS Of
he was assigned as
Fort Devens, Massachusetts 01433.
The following comments appeared on his enlisted efficiency report dated 6/12/72:
has shown to be mentally alert, professionally able, forceful, and maintains a high degree of devotion to duty. His performance of duty has been outstanding.
enlisted efficiency report dated 6/12/72:
has shown to be mentally alert, professionally able, forceful, and maintains a high degree of devotion to duty. His performance of duty has been outstanding. The efficient and consistently meticulous manner in which has supported this company is most gratifying. clearly demonstrated that he effectively supported the Army's Equal Opportunity andTraining Program. Signed MSG, USA,"
The following KOS numbers have been assigned to
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is now at above unit at Fort b6 b7C
Devens, Massachusetts.
Leads are being left to the discretion of 00.
As no additional investigation remains at Indianapolis, this case is considered RUC.
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DB Cooper-9306
3FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/16/72
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
HIJACKING
00:
Seattle
Remyairtel, 3/28/72.
RE:
On 8/16/72, United Airlines (UAL), Reno, Nevada, advised that he and several UAL pilots still considered as prime suspect
in captioned matter. stated possible participation in this matter was widely discussed among UAL personnel and present whereabouts were
stated possible participation in this matter was widely discussed among UAL personnel and present whereabouts were still unknown.
Seattle is requested to advise the Las Vegas Division of results of investigation regarding
2 - Seattle 2 - Las Vegas ATS: jsb (4)
16- 4-7-3803
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The following investigation was conducted at Tombstone, Arizona, by SA
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On August 1, 1972, Tombstone, was interviewed concerning the matter under investigation and was questioned concerning his know- ledge of a explained that he
thought could possibly be a suspect in this matter
because is a "con man". possibly a former paratrooper, and is now living in Mexico. described as being nearly 60 years old, in poor physical condition, with gray hair, 6' to 6' 1" in height, 150-160 pounds.
advised that he thought previously lived in Las Vegas where he worked as a Prior
b6 to that, he allegedly lived somewhere in California where ho might have
advised that he thought previously lived in Las Vegas where he worked as a Prior
b6 to that, he allegedly lived somewhere in California where ho might have a record.
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could furnish no additional information concerning the matter under investigation.
164-81-3804
SEHOJTLU HULAGU SERIALIZED MK FILED 15 AUG 2 1 1972 F81 -- SEATTLE IN
DB Cooper-9308FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 8/18/72
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TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) Jag FROM: SAC, PHOENIX (164-100) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re :
Re SE airtel to PX, 6/23/72.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an investigative insert reflecting investigation conducted at Tombstone, Arizona.
Enclosed for Salt Lake City is one copy of the investigative insert for information purposes.
No further investigation is being conducted re suspect unless requested by Office of Origin, ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 Seattle (Encs. 2) I - Salt Lake City (Enc. 1) (Info) (164-24) 2 - Phoenix
REL :mbd
(5)
: - 9- 3805

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1) (Info) (164-24) 2 - Phoenix
REL :mbd
(5)
: - 9- 3805

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Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-9309
Special Agent in Charge
+U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
August 22, 1972
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AIRMAIL
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TO ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) SUBJECT NORJAK 00: Seattle 7 st
Su3, 0
Reference Seattle airtel to the Bureau dated
8/7/72.
In order that this case be given more publicity, the following leads are being set forth for Bureau consideration and approval:
1. Mats should be made of the artist's conception of Unsub so that small publications with limited funds can feature articles concerning this matter and include with the story a picture of Unsub without incurring the additonal expense of having new mats made (Note: . An editor of the Veterans ' of Foreign Wars publication for the State of Oregon has requested such a mat to print
An editor of the Veterans ' of Foreign Wars publication for the State of Oregon has requested such a mat to print a picture of Unsub in his next issue).
2. If the artist's conception of Unsub is changed as suggested in referenced airtel, mats of the new picture should also be made. 
2 - Bureau 1 - Portland (Info) 2)- Seattle RNN : j 1b
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:(5)
1
164-81-3806
Approved:
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U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFF DB Cooper 93108/18/72
AIRTEL

TO:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:	SAG, CLEVELAND (164-8B) (RUC)
RE:	HORJAK

SUB 200
Re Portland airtel to LA, 7/7/72.
On 8/16/72. Bureau of Vital Statistics, Sorry, til, advised that her records reveal JAMES E. FUGATE, (DOB 8/23/42, died Toledo, Chio, on 7/8/72, as a result of injuries austained in an afrerart accident while flying for Buckeye Air Service, Elyria, Ohio.
Ont 8/18/72,
Buckeye Air Service, 613 OverIoand Road, Dyrta, QuyLand JAMES E.
FUGATE, (DOB 8/23/42, died Toledo, Chio, on 7/8/72, as a result of injuries austained in an afrerart accident while flying for Buckeye Air Service, Elyria, Ohio.
Ont 8/18/72,
Buckeye Air Service, 613 OverIoand Road, Dyrta, QuyLand JAMES E. TUGATE born 8/23/44, was a co- pilot forzateflying service and was killed in folede afreraft ageident in mid-1971.
advised FUGATE was described as KM; 68"; 160 pounds; brown hair; blue eyes; required to wear glasses; SSANI 483-50-6214.
further advised that PUGATE's RARO
unrecalled. Jemgsyille, Wisconsin. . of the Midwest Air Service in further advised FUGATE'S resume Indicates he graduated from high school in Webster City, Laws, in 1962. Bereme Ladicates his versement address was with Lexington, Ay.
rated LIGARE mentioned on numerous
secasions he had
who were also private
2-Portland (AM) S-Los Angeles (164-497) 4 Seattle (164-01) (miro) LaCleveland NSB: d&c (6)
164-81-3807
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DB Cooper-9311CV 164-88
and commercial pilots, these people being located in different areas around the U.
FILED a
AUG 2 3 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-9311CV 164-88
and commercial pilots, these people being located in different areas around the U.S. FUGATE never indicated that he was a Junior.
Leads are being left to the discretion of Portland.
DB Cooper-9312
3 28/18/72 Sue + b6 b7C
AIRTEL
TO
: SAC, NEW YORK (164-627)
FROM
:
SAC, CHICAGO (164-297) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJACK
00: SEATTLE
For information of New York, during recent conference conducted for United Air Line Flight Personnel,
United Air Lines, advised SOURCE SA that 727 aircraft wan utilload by
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X 
He believes the aircraft used were leased by He further advised a
was
for the employed by United Air Lines
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currently a
X is and is based in New York City.
New York requested to interview determine if unsub could have been involved in
and
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - New York 2 Seattle (164-81) 1 - Chicago REH/kal (5) 164-81-3808
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DB Cooper-9313 1 SE 164-81 RNN/s1b
On August 22, 1972, Selective Service
SERIALIZED 14 FILED: d AUG 2 3 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-9313 1 SE 164-81 RNN/s1b
On August 22, 1972, Selective Service file was reviewed by SA and the following descriptive information concerning was obtained:
.Name :
DOB :
Height:
5174
Weight: 165 pounds Ruddy
Complexion :
Hair:
Gray
Blue
Eyes :
Scar/marks:
Characteristics:
Religion:
Army training:
Smokes 2 packs cigarettes daily. has chronic cough Baptist Graduate of the U.S. Army
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Engineering Ordnance School; Parachute Training School this training included parachute packing, ground training and several parachute jumps from a plane in flight.)
Relatives :
164-81-3809
AUG 2 5 1972
FOI - SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-9314OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/23/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re memo of SA at Seattle, dated 7/6/72.
A review of referenced communication revealed the descriptive data of as height 5'6", weight 145 lbs., would appear to eliminate as a possible suspect in this matter, in that he is approximately 4" shorter
, would appear to eliminate as a possible suspect in this matter, in that he is approximately 4" shorter than the lower limit of the UNSUB's height re- garding this matter.
It is, therefore, recommended that no further investigation be conducted regarding
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DB Cooper-9315OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/22/72
FROM Opa
SUBJECT.
SAG, PHILADELPHIA (164-133) (RUC)
NORJAK
MAN FIL.
Reference Philadelphia teletype to Seattle dated
5/15/72.
Investigative efforts in the Philadelphia Division to develop identity of the subject of this case have not developed any possible suspects.
A review of instant case does not reveal any outstanding leads in the Philadelphia Division, and as such this matter is being RUC'd.
A review of instant case does not reveal any outstanding leads in the Philadelphia Division, and as such this matter is being RUC'd. 2)- Seattle (164-81) 1 - Philadelphia (164-133)
JWG :ris (3)
5010-108-01
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-9316SAC, SEATTLE (16)-81)
8/22/72
SAC, PHILADELPHIA (164-133) (RUC)
FORJAK
Reference Philadelphia teletype to Seattle dated 5/15/72. Investigative efforts in tho Philadelphia Division to develop identity of the subject of this caso have not developed any possible suspects.
A review of instant case doos not rovoal any outstanding leads in the Philadelphia Division, and as such this matter is boing RUC'd.
2 - Seattle (164-81) 1 - Philadolphio (164-133) JIC :ris (3)
3811 164-81-38+7
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CERIALIZED. ..... FILED. AUG 2 3 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
/ 
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FBI
Date:
8/24/72
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TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (
5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/24/72
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TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK.
REFERENCE BUREAU AIRTEL TO SEATTLE DATED JUNE TWENTYSIX SEVENTYTWO.
PRIOR TO THE HUNTING SEASON WHICH BEGINS OCTOBER FOURTEEN INSTANT, SEATTLE DIVISION WILL DISSEMINATE INFORMATION AND COPIES OF UNSUBS ARTISTS COMPOSIT TO ALL WASHINGTON STATE GAME WARDENS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE AREA INTO WHICH UNSUB PARACHUTED. THE WARDENS WILL BE ASKED TO MAKE THIS INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO ALL HUNTERS THEY ENCOUNTER IN THIS AREA.
IN CONNECTION WITH THIS, THE BUREAU IS REQUESTED TO AU- THORIZE CONTACT WITH NORTHWEST AIRLINES AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNE- SOTA, TO DETERMINE IF THEY ARE WILLING TO PROVIDE A FINDERS FEE TO ANYONE FINDING AND RETURNING THE RANSOM MONEY. RECOMMEN- DED FINDERS FEE IS FIFTEEN PERCENT OF ANY RANSOM MONEY RETURNED. IF A FINDERS FEE IS AUTHORIZED BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES, THIS FACT WILL ALSO BE DISSEMINATED TO THE WARDENS.
SEATTLE FILE REVIEW AND SYSTEMATIC ELIMINATION OF ALL POSSIBLE SUSPECTS CONTINUES.
IF A FINDERS FEE IS AUTHORIZED BY NORTHWEST AIRLINES, THIS FACT WILL ALSO BE DISSEMINATED TO THE WARDENS.
SEATTLE FILE REVIEW AND SYSTEMATIC ELIMINATION OF ALL POSSIBLE SUSPECTS CONTINUES. NEW SUSPECTS CONTINUE TO RE DEVELOPED AND APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATION INSTITUTED. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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Special Agent in Charge
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U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413 -135 164-81-3812OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1952 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/18/72
FROM
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: Seattle
Remytel, 7/15/72.
Re :
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
On 7/28/72
was contacted at b6 DON'S DRIVE-INN, Sandpoint, Idaho, and stated that she is currently living with in Sagle, Idaho, area. To the best of her recollection, and her had Thanksgiving dinner together on November 25, 1971.
To the best of her recollection, she stated she saw him in Sandgent, Idaho, on 11/24/71, at approximately 2:00 p.m., when she had reported for work.
To the best of her recollection, she stated she saw him in Sandgent, Idaho, on 11/24/71, at approximately 2:00 p.m., when she had reported for work. To the best of her recollection, had been in the Sandpoint area most of the fall and winter of that year and did not feel that he was capable of committing NORJAK.
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She stated that she did not feel that good likeness to the artist's conception of the UNSUB in this matter.
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Efforts to locate
at
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the ARCO SERVICE STATION, were unsuccessful.
On 7/29/72, appeared at the Coeur d'Alene,
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Idaho, RA and informed SA that he did not know or could not recall where he was on 11/24/71; however, he said he could say for sure that he was in the Sandpoint, Idaho, area. He stated that he was in Sandpoint for Thanksgiving and spent that day with his girlfriend.
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164-81-3813
SEARCHED. INDEXED SERIALIZED 17 FILED
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FBI-SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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advised that he had recently received his private pilot's license and
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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advised that he had recently received his private pilot's license and denied that he was an accomplished pilot, stating that he had never jumped from a plane with a parachute and had no background or education in the use of a parachute.
stated that he was 185 pounds, and had served the military in the Army Medics. He worked for seven years for the at Sandpoint, Idaho, and he was terminated from this employment over a
6 feet tall,
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He stated he knew nothing of this affair at the time and did not learn of it until later.
of the UNSUB. did not appear to resemble the artist's conception b6
also advised that he borrowed money from the Idaho First National Bank at Sandpoint, Idaho, to finish paying for which he had purchased.
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In view of the above and previous investigation
regarding no further investigation is being conducted b6 in this matter.
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TO :
SUBJECT: AL
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
NORJAK
DATE:
8/22/72
ReBulet to Seattle, 6/27/72.
Inquiry at Oregon State Employment Service developed information that a group of unemployed former Boeing engineers are currently being retrained at Oregon State University (OSU), Corvallis, Oregon, for employment in other professional capacities.
OSU.
Portland Office, Oregon State Employment Service, advises that a similar program is in operation at Longview, Washington, but had no details.
Seattle will note that there is no air craft industry as such in the State of Oregon.
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT LONGVIEW, WASHINGTON. Will conduct appropriate inquiry to identify program mentioned above, explore possibilities unsub associated with that program.
PORTLAND
AT CORVALLIS. OREGON. Will contact
OSU, for identity of professional people from air craft industry being retrained for other industries and will thereafter determine whether unsub
Will contact
OSU, for identity of professional people from air craft industry being retrained for other industries and will thereafter determine whether unsub may be among this group.
THAT THIS OR & DANS 169-01-38
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Date:
8/23/72
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AIRTEL
AIR MALL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE
ReSEairtel to PD, 8/4/72.
Inquiry at Portland, Oregon. telephone
on 8/22/72, disclosed that is currently assigned as
for a project for the at Adak, Alaska. Adak is an island near the western end of the Aleutian Chain and is not expected to return to Portland area until Christmas, 1972.
Seattle should re-evaluate this lead and consider whether further investigation is necessary at this time re this lead.
Seattle should re-evaluate this lead and consider whether further investigation is necessary at this time re this lead. 2-Seattle 2-Portland
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Special Agent in Charge
#U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/24/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Re :
ELIMINATE
On August 21, 1972, SA advised that the subject's physical description was as follows:
Name :
DOB:
POB :
Height;
5 11W
Weight:
140 pounds
Hair:
Dark brown
Eyes :
Brown, must wear glasses
Race :
White
Sex : Male
It is noted on reviewing subject's file, that his advised May 31, 1972, that she was b6
positive that was not a hijacker because he did not have the courage to hijack an airplane. She further stated that the money he was reported to have been spending was acquired because he recently quit working at and had received retirement money.
She further stated that the money he was reported to have been spending was acquired because he recently quit working at and had received retirement money.
In view of the above, it is suggested that no further investigation be conducted concerning at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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8/24/72
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Re:
On August 21, 1972, SA advised that the subject's physical description was as follows:
Name :
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POB :
Height;
Weight:
140 pounds
Hair:
Dark brown
Eyes : Brown, must wear glasses White
Race :
Sex : Male
It is noted on reviewing subject's file, that his advised May 31, 1972, that she was b6
positive that
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was not a hijacker because he did not have the courage to hijack an airplane. She further stated that the money he was reported to have been spending was acquired because he recently quit working at and had received retirement money.
She further stated that the money he was reported to have been spending was acquired because he recently quit working at and had received retirement money.
In view of the above, it is suggested that no further investigation be conducted concerning at this time.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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164-81-3816 1 AUG 2 4 1972
DB Cooper-93248/24/72
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO
: SAC, BOSTON (164-153)
7
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re Albany airtel to Boston, 8/3/72. For the information of Boston, (PROTECT}, date of birth advised
discussed
and suggested the Northwest area as the ideal location with two grand mentioned as ransom. No specific drop area, airline, or cities were mentioned. An accomplice on the ground was to be used. The crew was not to know when the jump was made. Due to the hazard of jumping from side doors on commercial iets in existence at that time, the plan was abandoned. was dis- cussed the plan with.
believes has the ability and mentality to carry out instant hijacking.
A review of Army Personnel File revealed the following background information:
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A review of Army Personnel File revealed the following background information:
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Bsarched Serialized Indexed Filed 1
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Date of birth
Place of birth
Race
Sex Height
White Male 517"
Weight
118 pounds
Hair
Eyes
Build
Brown Hazel Medium
It is clear from the above description of that he is not the unknown subject in this matter; however, the possibility exists that he discussed this type of hijacking with unknown subject.
LEADS:
BOSTON At Fort Devens, Massachusetts
will interview to determine if he is possibly involved in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9326OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1052 EDITIO7 GSA FPMAR (4 (FR) 101-31.8
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/24/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
Re :
wrote to the Seattle Office of the FBI claiming to have a solution to the hijacking problem.
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/24/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
Re :
wrote to the Seattle Office of the FBI claiming to have a solution to the hijacking problem.
In view of the fact that unsub in this matter had a swarthy complexion and was tentatively identified by several witnesses as possibly having Mexican ancestry, the following lead is being set out:
AT SPOKANE, WASHINGTON
Will contact zip code on a pretext of interviewing him concerning his idea to eliminate hijackings. Attempt to obtain appropriate descriptive and background information in order to eliminate him as a suspect.
Enclosed for agent handling lead at Spokane are one copy each of letter to Seattle, 8/7/72, and Seattle's letter to 8/11/72.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9327 1015 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington: 98104 August 11, 1972
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Spokane, Washington
Dear
This will acknowledge receipt of your letter dated August 7; 1972; wherein you give us the benefit of your observations on how to prevent
98104 August 11, 1972
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Spokane, Washington
Dear
This will acknowledge receipt of your letter dated August 7; 1972; wherein you give us the benefit of your observations on how to prevent future hijackings
Your interest in corresponding with the FBI in this matter isindeed appreciated
Very truly yours;
JEFE \ MILNES Special Agent in Charge
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Achi fu detkap SERIALIZED FILED .. . AUG 9 - 1972
64-81 3770SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
8/24/72
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re :
wrote to the Seattle Office of the FBI claiming to have a solution to the hijacking
AUG 9 - 1972
64-81 3770SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
8/24/72
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re :
wrote to the Seattle Office of the FBI claiming to have a solution to the hijacking problem.
In view of the fact that unsub in this matter had a swarthy complexion and was tentatively identified by several witnesses as possibly having Mexican ancestry, the following lead is being set out:
AT SPOKANE, WASHINGTON
Will contact zip
code on a pretext of interviewing him concerning his idea to eliminate hijackings. Attempt to obtain appropriate descriptive and background information in order to eliminate him as a suspect.
Enclosed for agent handling lead at Spokane are one copy each of letter to Seattle, 8/7/72, and Seattle's letter to 8/11/72.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9330OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1912 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/24/72
FROM
.
10 MAY 1912 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/24/72
FROM
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00:
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Enclosed is a copy of the May 1972 Pacific Power & Light bulletin's story concerning the FBI search for parachuting skyjacker. This story is being enclosed for information purposes only; however, the following quote from the story is noteworthy:
"The man who boarded the plane in Portland as 'D. B. COOPER' literally vanished into the air that November night and as this issue went to press nothing new had been unearthed in the recent search.
"This fact, coupled with a popular theory that the skyjacker ended up entangled in a tree in below-freezing weather and never made it any father, may make looking for 'D. B. COOPER' and the $200,000 ransom a recreational fad on the Lewis River this summer."
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5010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-9331FBI's Search for Parachuting Skyjacker No Picnic Around PP&L's Merwin Area
PP&L's Merwin Park could have passed for a
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-9331FBI's Search for Parachuting Skyjacker No Picnic Around PP&L's Merwin Area
PP&L's Merwin Park could have passed for a mini-military base last month when the FBI and the U.S. Army moved in to resume the search for the mysterious "D.B. Cooper" who hijacked a Northwest Airlines 727 last November, demanded $200,000 in ransom and parachuted with the money into the rainy night most likely as the plane was over the Lake Merwin area.
The area was pinpointed by the FBI based on the position of the plane when the crew last spoke to the skyjacker over the plane's phone approximately two miles east of Woodland. Winds between 25 and 40 miles per hour were taken into account in determining that the hijacker could have drifted toward Lake Merwin.
A portion of the Company's property and surrounding area on the Lewis River in southwestern Washington was searched fol- lowing the skyjacking but the November weather hindered the operation.
Then in March, four months after the
event, the FBI contacted Pacific wanting to renew the search of the rugged, wooded terrain and use Merwin Park as its head- quarters.
Then in March, four months after the
event, the FBI contacted Pacific wanting to renew the search of the rugged, wooded terrain and use Merwin Park as its head- quarters. Two weeks later 200 men, nine helicopters and the support facilities need- ed to maintain the men and machines of the squadron from Ft. Lewis moved into the Company's recreational facility to assist in the air and ground search.
The resumption of the search, although what prompted it was not made public, was coordinated with PP&L personnel. Tom Selliken, assistant vice president in charge of insurance and security, along with Larry Ouzts, loss prevention engineer; G. Eldon Drennan, vice president of engineering and power operations; Stan Piper, division pow- er superintendent; and Joe Nichols, man- ager of public affairs, met: with the FBI to help determine measures that would . insure the security of PP&L's hydroelectric dam and property.
Normally open to the public, the park
PICNIC TABLES ON A HELICOPTER PAD? Pacific's Merwin Park with scenes of Army life-mess tent, mili- tary vehicles, first aid truck and helicopters - as the FBI and Army used the park as headquarters dur- ing the
Pacific's Merwin Park with scenes of Army life-mess tent, mili- tary vehicles, first aid truck and helicopters - as the FBI and Army used the park as headquarters dur- ing the recent search for "D. B. Cooper," missing skyjackor.
MEASURES TO INSURE security of PP&L's hydroelectric dam and property was worked out prior to the resump- tion of the search, Larry Ourts, left, loss prevention engineer, stops at Merwin Park gate to check in with FBI agent,
was closed during the search to guard against crowds of curious people on the grounds.
The command post for the operation where FBI agents coordinated men and helicopters was set up in one of the Com- pany buildings at the site. The troops were bivouacked in the adjoining park area which also served as a helicopter pad.
The man who boarded the plane in Port- land as "D.B. Cooper" literally vanished into the air that November night and as this issue went to press nothing new had been unearthed in the recent search.
This fact, coupled with a popular theory that the skyjacker ended up entangled in a tree in below-freezing weather and never made it any farther, may make look- ing for "D.
This fact, coupled with a popular theory that the skyjacker ended up entangled in a tree in below-freezing weather and never made it any farther, may make look- ing for "D.B. Cooper" and the $200,000 ransom a recreational fad on the Lewis River this summer.
DB Cooper-93328/24/72
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60)
f 
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re
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garding
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On 11/30/71, picture displayed to
stewardesses advised he was too young and too good looking to be unsub; stated he was not identical to unsub.
On 12/7/71. witnesses
eliminated
as a subject after viewing photograph.
On 3/22/72. the Bureau advised Oklahoma City that telephoned and furnished current b6 b7C
address as stated he had been in since August, 1971, and advised his would willingly submit to interview. Kansas City, Missouri, had been causing him considerable difficulty,
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and he does not want her to learn of his whereabouts.
causing him considerable difficulty,
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and he does not want her to learn of his whereabouts.
In view of the above, as a suspect in this matter.
was eliminated ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9334OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 10OZ EDITION GSA FPMR (4: CFR) 101-31.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
·SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/24/72
FROM :SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
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he purchased approximately 1 1/2 years ago. The woman advised stated that the woman advised him that the man shs suspects to be unsub approached her requesting a loan of $63,000. Later, after the hijacking, the man told her he did not need the money. The man is a former airline pilot and lives in Ellensburg, Washington. The man runs which that this man fits the description of unsub to a "T".
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b6 b7C stated that he was reluctant to disclose the name of the woman because she indicated to him that she was not willing to provide this information to the author- ities. advised he would recontact the woman and request that she call the FBI, Seattle.
LEADS
At Seattle, Washington
Will contact to determine if he has any further information in this matter.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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5010-109
164-81-3820
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Wilson Motor Company, Ballard, Washington, phone b7CSAC, SEATTLE (164481) (P)
8/24/72
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NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
On August 22, 1972, employee of the Wilson Motor Company, Ballard, Washington, phone telephonically advised that an acquaintance of his thinks she knows who unsub is in this matter.
he purchased approximately 1 1/2 years ago. The woman advised stated that the woman advised him that the man shs suspects to be unsub approached her requesting a loan of $63,000.
The woman advised stated that the woman advised him that the man shs suspects to be unsub approached her requesting a loan of $63,000. Later, after the hijacking, the man told her he did not need the money. The man is a former airline pilot and lives in Ellensburg, Washington. The man runs which that this man fits the description of unsub to a "T". stated that he was reluctant to disclose the name of the woman because she indicated to him that she was not willing to provide this information to the author- ities. advised he would recontact the woman and request that she call the FBI, Seattle.
LEADS
At Seattle, Washington
Will contact to determine if he has any further information in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9336OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10. MAY 1022 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.8
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (64-81) (P)
DATE:
8/24/72
FROM
: SA
Sus E SUB C Sue X
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SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (64-81) (P)
DATE:
8/24/72
FROM
: SA
Sus E SUB C Sue X
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SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Prior to the hunting season which begins October 14, 1972, and ends November 13, 1972, information and the artist's composit of unsub, should be provided to Washington State Game Wardens that handle the area into which the hi- jacker parachuted.
In conjunction with this, was contacted August 22, 1972, and he advised the hunting season for the state of Washington will begin and end as follows :

Regular deer season:	October 14-28, 1972
November 10-12, 1972
Elk season:	October 30 - November 13, 1972

further advised that those game wardens which handle the areas around Lake Merwin Dam are as follows:
COWLITZ COUNTY
1.
Castlerock, Washington, phone
2. (FNU)
Longview, Wash., phone
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Longview, Wash.,phone
SKAMANIA COUNTY
1.
Carson, Washington, phone
CLARK COUNTY
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CLARK COUNTY
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0010-108
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1.
Vancouver, Wash., phone
2. Battleground, Wash. , phone
3. Vancouver, Wash., phone stated that contact in the Washington State Department of Fisheries fomathe for the purpose of dissemin- ating information to persons who might be in the area into which the hijacker parachuted would not prove very fruitful. 
explained that the Department of Fisheries regulate food fish primarily and, therefore, their wardens are located along the ocean and the Columbia River and not inland. stated that all of the above Washington State Game Wardens came under the direction of Vancouver, Washington, phone stated that information could best be disseminated to game wardens through
LEADS
SEATTLE At Vancouver, Washington
Will contact to determine the feasibility of disseminating literature about unsub to game wardens for further dis- semination to
phone stated that information could best be disseminated to game wardens through
LEADS
SEATTLE At Vancouver, Washington
Will contact to determine the feasibility of disseminating literature about unsub to game wardens for further dis- semination to local hunters in the Lake Merwin Dam area.
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DB Cooper-9338 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY IN EDITION GSA FPMR ((1 CPR) 101-13.# UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
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On 8-18-72 ORVILLE GREENE. Chief of Police, Morton, Washington, advised that is the b6
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of U. S. Plywood. Martin, Washington. GREENE also stated that due to at IL S. Plywood, he would not be surprised at of land in the amount of $100,000.
purchase
On 8-18-72 U. S. Plywood, Martin, Washington, was interviewed at his place of employment. advised that his present address is Silvercreek, Washington. He stated that he purchased some property Washington, October 25, 1971, and that he paid $10,000 and is presently making payments on the stated that this was a speculative on this land for
balance.
He stated that he purchased some property Washington, October 25, 1971, and that he paid $10,000 and is presently making payments on the stated that this was a speculative on this land for
balance. purchase and he is eventual harvest. advised that he moved permanently to the Silvercreek area in January of 1972 and that prior to this time he was commuting from his former address of Seattle, Washington, to U. S. Plywood,
Martin, Washington. further stated that upon review of his own personal records that on November 24, 1971, he was on the job at U.S. Plywood, Martin, Washington. He further advised that he has no official employment data concerning himself due to the fact that he is on Seattle, Washington, of U.S. Plywood, Martin, Washington.
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voluntarily stated that in the summers of he worked for the Forest Service at Kays Junction, Oregon, as a smoke jumper. He stated that he has not jumped since then. also advised
that he was an officer in the United States Marine Corps, but that he did not do any jumping while in the corps.
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DATE:
8-24-72
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is described from observation and
interview as follows :
Name -
Race - White
Sex - Male
Nationality - American
Date of Birth -
Place of Birth
Height - 6'
Weight - 165 Pounds
Hair - Black
Eyes - Brown
Home Address -
Silvercreek. Washington
Social Security Number Driver's License 1 Washington State
Voice - Low nasal tone
Marital Status -
Employment -
U. S. Plywood Martin, Washington
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LEADS
SEATTLE
AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
Will attempt to obtain photograph through DMV, Driver's License Bureau, for display to appropriate witnesses.
that Personal observation of Interviewing Agent is bears a slight resemblance to artist's conception of the hijacker.
Further leads are being left to the discretion of the Case Agent.
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2SAC (164-81) (₽)
8-24-72
POSSIBILITY ALIARMAR
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NORJAK
RE:
On 8-18-72 ORVILLE GREENE, Chief of Police, Morton,
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2SAC (164-81) (₽)
8-24-72
POSSIBILITY ALIARMAR
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NORJAK
RE:
On 8-18-72 ORVILLE GREENE, Chief of Police, Morton, Washington, advised that is the of U. S. Plywood, Martin, Washington. GREENE also stated that due to at IL S. Plywood, he would not be surprised at purchase of land in the amount of $100,000.
On 8-18-72
U. S. Plywood, Martin, Washington, was interviewed at his place of employment, advised that his present address is Silvercreek,
Washington. He stated that he purchased some property Washington, October 25, 1971, and that he paid $10.000 and is presently making payments on the
balance. stated that this was a speculative on this land for
purchase and he is eventual harvest. advised that he moved permanently to the Silvercreek area in January of 1972 and that prior to this time he was commuting from his former address of Seattle, Washington, to U. S. Plywood,
Martin, Washington. further stated that upon review of his own personal records that on November 24, 1971, he was on the job at U.S. Plywood, Martin, Washington.
further stated that upon review of his own personal records that on November 24, 1971, he was on the job at U.S. Plywood, Martin, Washington. He further advised that he has no official employment data concerning himself due to the fact that he is on Seattle, Washington, of U.S. Plywood, Martin, Washington.
of voluntarily stated that in the summers he worked for the Forest Service at Kays Junction, Oregon, as a smoke jumner. He stated that he has not jumped since then. also advised
that he was an officer in the United States Marine Corps, but that he did not do any jumping while in the corps.
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OSPLAY
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is described from observation and
interview as follows:
Name -
Race - White
Sex - Male
Nationality - American
Date of Birth -
Place of Birth .
Height - 6'
Weight - 165 Pounds
Hair - Black
Eyes - Brown
Home Address -
Silvercreek, Washington
Social Security Number Driver's License - Washington State
Voice - Low nasall tone
Marital Status -
Employment -
U.
Height - 6'
Weight - 165 Pounds
Hair - Black
Eyes - Brown
Home Address -
Silvercreek, Washington
Social Security Number Driver's License - Washington State
Voice - Low nasall tone
Marital Status -
Employment -
U. S. Plywood Martin, Washington
LEADS
SEATTLE
AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
Will attempt to obtain photograph through DMV, Driver's License Bureau, for display to appropriate witnesses.
Personal observation of Interviewing Agent is
that bears a slight resemblance to artist's conception of the hijacker.
Further leads are being left to the discretion of the Case Agent.
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DB Cooper-9342OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-$1.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/24/72
Number
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
On August 22, 1972, Seattle, Washington, phone advised telephonically that while having lunch at the University of Washington Hub he conversed with a new student at the University who claimed to have found two $20 bills which are part of the ransom money.
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described the student as white male, 5'10", 155-160 pounds, brown hair, 24-25 years old, thick glasses, with safety lenses.
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described the student as white male, 5'10", 155-160 pounds, brown hair, 24-25 years old, thick glasses, with safety lenses. stated that he was an
at the school
stated the student mentioned to him that his hobby is mountain climbing and that along with several friends, he discovered the $20s in the Mount St. Helen area. The student confided to that he is
According to the student comes from the Marysville, Washington area.
stated that the student mentioned his advisor was located at Parenton Hill and his administrative record would be located at Schmidt's Hall and the person to contact would be
LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
Will, through logical sources, attempt to determine the identity of the student involved and obtain from him, further information concerning this matter. 164-81-3823
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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SA NORJAK
on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-9343
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b6 b7C SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
8/24/72
On August 22, 1972, Seattle, Washington, phone advised telephonically that while having lunch at the University of Washington Hub he conversed with a new student at the University who claimed to have found two $20 bills which are part of the ransom money. described the student as white male, 5'10", 155-160 pounds, brown hair, 24-25 years old, thick glasses, with safety lenses. stated that he was an at the school
stated the student mentioned to him that his hobby is mountain climbing and that along with several friends, he discovered the $20s in the Mount St. Helen area, The student confided to that he is
According to the student comes from the Marysville, Washington area.
stated that the student mentioned his advisor was located at Parenton Hil and his administrative record would be located at Schmidt's Hall and the person to contact would be
LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
Will, through logical sources, attempt to determine the identity of the
administrative record would be located at Schmidt's Hall and the person to contact would be
LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
Will, through logical sources, attempt to determine the identity of the student involved and obtain from him, further information concerning this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 164-81-3823
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DB Cooper-9344 OPTIONAL, FORM NO. 10 MAY 192 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO : SAC SEATTLE
DATE: 4/18/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: VORTAK
!
On 4/12/72
at the
advised that had moved from these
Bellevue, Wn.
On 4/17/72 was contacted at his residence in Bellevue, Wn. During the course of interview was unable to account for his whereabouts on the evening of 12/24/71, however, he willingly provided the following back- ground information:
Name :
DOB:
height: 519"
weight: 140 1bs
occupation:
Seattle Wn.
Wash. Driver's Lic.
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also provided a strin of forr snapshots of himself.
Due to that fact that description is quite dissimilar to that of subject no further investigation is warranted re
Due to that fact that description is quite dissimilar to that of subject no further investigation is warranted re
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DB Cooper-9345 WRO24 IP PLAIN
1º : 43PM URGENT 3/05/72 0JS
TO
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
SEATTLE (164 -? 1)
ST. LOUIS (164-53)
"FO
FROM INDIANAPOLIS (164-69) (P) 3P
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE ST. LOUIS TEL AUG . TWENTYFOUR LAST, NO COPY SL. FOR THE INFORMATION OF WFO , DEVELOPED AS SUSPECT .
SHELBY , IND. , ADVISED AUG. TWENTYFIVE
INSTANT
IS IN U.S. ARMY AND WAS LAST IN SHELBY ON OR ABOUT OCT. TWENTYNINE LAST. STATED HE WAS . "ALL MIXED UP FROM THE WAR" AND AFTER AN ARGUMENT WITH FAMILY DEPARTED SHELBY AND NO ONE HAS SEEN OR HEARD FROM HIM SINCE. END PAGE ONE
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DB Cooper-9346IP 164-52 PACE THO
FURNISHED FOLLOWING BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
WHITE, MALE, DOB
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LIGHT BROWN HAIR , BLUE EYES,
SSAN
U.
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DB Cooper-9346IP 164-52 PACE THO
FURNISHED FOLLOWING BACKGROUND INFORMATION :
WHITE, MALE, DOB
b6 b7C PO3 FIVE FOOT TEN, ONE SEVEN ZERO TO ONE EIGHT ZERO POIVIDS,
LIGHT BROWN HAIR , BLUE EYES,
SSAN
U.S. APMY SN
1
FOR INFORMATION OF SEATTLE, .
BESIDES
3PAZIL , IND.
PESIDES
TACOMA , WASHINGTON.
PRESENTLY PESIDES 
YREHA , CALIF.
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RECORDS , FI. BENJAMIN HARRISON, INDIANAPOLIS , IND.,
INDICATE CURRENTLY ON ACTIVE DUTY AT FT. SENNING, b6
b7C GA., AND IS PRESENTLY CLASSIFIED RECORDS INDICATE THAT UP FOP PROMOTION AND ON LAST
HIS FILE FORWARDED TO SECRETARIAT DA SELECTION BOARD, QUALITY
END PAGE ONE
DB Cooper-9347IP 164-59 PAGE THREE
MANAGEMENT, TAGO BUILDING, WASHINGTON, D.C., ROOM NO. TWO ?
FIVE FIVE, ATTN : UNDER SEQUENCE NO b6 b7C
TFO, REVIEW MILITARY FILE, DETERMINE WHEREABOUTS ON NOV. TWENTYFOUR LAST, DATE OF HIJACKING, AND SET FORTH APPROPRIATE LEADS TO VERIFY. SUTEL.
SEATTLE, UPON RECEIPT OF PHOTOGRAPHS OF DISPLAY TO APPROPRIATE WITNESSES. b6 b7C
INDIANAPOLIS, WILL FORWARD INDEP SEPARATE COVER TO SEATTLE PHOTOGRAPHS OF INDIANAPOLIS WILL LOCATE AND INTERVIEW
AT BRAZIL , IND .
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INDIANAPOLIS, WILL FORWARD INDEP SEPARATE COVER TO SEATTLE PHOTOGRAPHS OF INDIANAPOLIS WILL LOCATE AND INTERVIEW
AT BRAZIL , IND . END VAB FBI SEATTLE CLR
DB Cooper-9348b6 b7C
0 274 OF PLAIN 305 PM URGENT 9-95-72 SAT TO ACTING DIPECTOR (154-9111) INDIANAPOLIS (154-62) SEATTLE (164-71) ALEXANDRIA FROM WASHINGTON FIELD (164-169) (RUC) 3 PAGES
HORJAK 00 :SEATTLE
RE INDIANAPOLIS TELFTYPE TO BITREAN, INSTANT. FOR INFORMATION OF ALEXANDRIA, IN RE TELETYPE, INDIANAPOLIS REQUESTED WFO TO CONDUCT REVIEW OF ARMY PERSONNEL RECORD FOR
WHITE MALE, 30PN
FIVE FOOT TEN, TEN, ONE SEVENTY TO ONF EIGHTY POUNDS,
LIGHT BROWN HAIR, BLUE EYES ,
SSAN :
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INDIANAPOLIS INDICATED RECORDS FT. BENJAMIM HARRISON, INDIANAPOLIS, IND. , INDICATED CURRENTLY ON ACTIVE DUTY WITH U.S. ARMY AT FT. BENNING , GA., AND IS PRESENTLY CLASSIFIED RECORDS INDICATED THAT UP FOR PROMOTION. ON LAST
FILE FORWARDED TO SECRETARIAT DA SELECTION BOARD, QUALITY
MANAGEMENT, TAGO BUILDING , WASHINGTON, D.C. , 2004 10. TWO B FIVE FIVE, ATTN : 11HOED SEOUENOR MO.
ON LAST
FILE FORWARDED TO SECRETARIAT DA SELECTION BOARD, QUALITY
MANAGEMENT, TAGO BUILDING , WASHINGTON, D.C. , 2004 10. TWO B FIVE FIVE, ATTN : 11HOED SEOUENOR MO.
END PAGE ONE
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DEVELOPED AS SUSPECT IN THIS MATTER. INSTANT, WFO TELEPHONICALLY CONTACTED
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARIAT, b6
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SHE INDICATED THAT HER OFFICE IS LOCATED IN BAILEYS CROSS ROADS, VIRGINIA, NOT WDC. AFTER REVIEW OF APPROPRIATE RECORDS , INDICATED THAT PERSONNEL FILE HAD BEEN QUOTE PULLED END QUOTE AT FT. BENJAMIN HARRISON, INDIANAPOLIS, IND., ALONG WITH A NUMBER OF OTHER PERSONNEL FILES TO BE SHIPPED TO HER OFFICE. HOWEVER, SHE INDICATED SHIPMENT HAS NOT YET OCCURRED AND FILE ALONG WITH OTHER FILES TO BE CONSIDERED BY DA SELECTION BOARD IN IMMEDIATE FUTURE ARE STILL MAINTAINED BY U.S. ARMY ENLISTED PERSONNEL SUPPORT CENTER, (USA EPSC) , FT. BENJAMIN HARRISON, INDIANAPOLI
IND .
SUGGESTED CONTACT BE MADE WITH (FNU) b6 b7C
RECORDS DIVISION, USA EPSC, AT EXTENSION
AT USA EPSC, BOTH OF WHOM WILL HAVE KNOWLEDGE AT USA EPSC.
SUGGESTED CONTACT BE MADE WITH (FNU) b6 b7C
RECORDS DIVISION, USA EPSC, AT EXTENSION
AT USA EPSC, BOTH OF WHOM WILL HAVE KNOWLEDGE AT USA EPSC.
OF PRESENT LOCATION OF RECORDS RE
INDIANAPOLIS LOCATE AND REVIEW RECORD OF
THROUGH
CONTACT WITH FNU USA EPSC, FT. BEN HARRISON.
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DB Cooper-9350 PAZE THREE
INFO COPY THIS TEL TO AX INASSUCH AS FURTHER LEADS MAY BE SET FORTH RE AT DA SELECTION BOARD.
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DB Cooper-9351FD-JON"REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
8/7/72
date of birth -
residence - Idaho, advised
Burley.
He
never discussed the matter with anyone nor did he reduce the matter to writing.
On he entered the U S. Army at Seattle, Washington, and was assigned to He was stationed at several bases throughout the Southern United States during his first year in the service, one of which was Fort Bragg, North Carolina, where he received training as a
During the latter part of he
was assigned to Okinawa with the Also assigned to this same organization was who was from Illion, New York, and believed
Southern United States during his first year in the service, one of which was Fort Bragg, North Carolina, where he received training as a
During the latter part of he
was assigned to Okinawa with the Also assigned to this same organization was who was from Illion, New York, and believed to have lived on in Illion. apparently entered the service in New York State prior to and he had also gone through training at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and was a
became close friends and were together b6 on Okinawa for approximately six months or until went to b7C Vietnam. After approximately one year returned from Vietnam and was again stationed at Okinawa up to the time b7D left He is believed to have signed up for another hitch in the service after returning from Vietnam.
estimated he was around
approximately one b6
year and recalled
related to him how and two b7C entering the service, b7D
buddies, about one year prior to near Illion, New York,
Further, the method they used in building was so unique
from the
and as one of
from the premises buddies was experienced in the
BT #164-26
Interviewed on 7/26/72
at Burley, Idaho
File # SE #164-81
SA SA
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7/27/72 4
by
Dale dictated
AUCH.
to near Illion, New York,
Further, the method they used in building was so unique
from the
and as one of
from the premises buddies was experienced in the
BT #164-26
Interviewed on 7/26/72
at Burley, Idaho
File # SE #164-81
SA SA
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7/27/72 4
by
Dale dictated
AUCH. .. NE-
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your 'a it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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One of these two buddies either a service station in Illion, New York, and b7C prior to entering the b7D b6 b7C b7D
also had service.
told
that the
however, he did not indicate where, but presumably some place near Illion, New York.
also told
that he and his two buddies on the street and had the b7C
System worked out to where they could three to five minutes, At times they would sit back and
in from b7D
stated he first mentioned the hijacking to b6 b7C b7D
asked to give him a problem to figure out.
after
They then discussed the hijacking plan that had thought of earlier and whether or not it would work.
after
They then discussed the hijacking plan that had thought of earlier and whether or not it would work. Their original plan was to obtain a flight that would have very few people on it.
one or more of the hijackers capable of taking over the controls of the airplane. suggested the northwestern United States, pointing out there were numerous open places where a jump could be made with no problems. Their jump would be made at night from a height of 10,000 feet, Further, they talked of asking for a $200,000.00 ransom; however, they never discussed how it would be gotten abord the aircraft, such as landing at an auxiliary field after radioing ahead.
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instead of having them provided with the ransom. The plan also called for the jump to be made without the crew of the aircraft knowing when it took place. An accomplice on the ground with a vehicle was discussed as part of the plan. No other aircraft was mentioned in their plan. The fever people involved as participants of the hijacking the better.
No other aircraft was mentioned in their plan. The fever people involved as participants of the hijacking the better.
said no cities in the northwest were mentioned b6 and no specific landing area was selected. Also, they never b7C b7D
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discussed any particular airline as their victim. He estimated they discussed the hijacking about four different times of periods of thirty minutes or less.
One of their problems was to determine in advance that a plane on a particular flight would not have very many people on board. Further, after additional consideration they realized that the only jet aircraft in use at that time had side doors and a jump from a side door would be too dangerous. In view of this, they "bagged" the idea and did not feel it could be carried out safely.
said that he has ever discussed the hijacking plan with and never with any of his other military buddies.
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insisted that this is as far as he went with this plan; however, he feels has the nerve and is shrewd b7C b7D
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enough
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insisted that this is as far as he went with this plan; however, he feels has the nerve and is shrewd b7C b7D
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enough to plan and carry out a hijacking. Definitely had not told he intended to carry through on the plan; however, he could have decided after the 727 came into existence.
said he has not seen or heard from in b6 any manner whatsoever since he, left Okinawa in early b7C b7D
and thereafter received his discharge at Oakland, California, He added that was in Okinawa when he left; however, he presumed he later came to Oakland and was dis- charged if he did not sign up for another hitch. Further, held the rank of at the time he received his dis- charge and Then left Okinawa.
furnished his own Army serial number as and description as follows: b7C b7D
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Date of Birth Height
6V
Weight
190#
Hair
Brown
EyCE
SFOWu
Marital Status
Single
Education
22 years
(1 year University of Idaho, 12 years Idaho State)
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Employment
He has worked for the UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD, Pocatello, Idaho, for one and
Idaho State)
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Employment
He has worked for the UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD, Pocatello, Idaho, for one and one-half years as a He has been b6 employed by SPENCER'S OFFICE SUPPLY, 1340 Overla b7D Avenue, Burley, Idaho, for the past six months 
b7C
Parents
Heyburn. Idaho
has never been
denied any criminal background and insisted he b6 b7C b7D
He pointed out that he was reluctant to come forward with the above information, inasmuch as he will have this action on his mind the rest of his life if for the hijacking and is located and convicted. He also added that he owes a great many bills and desires to return to college to obtain his degree.
is responsible
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Further, if the information that he has furnished is pertinent and leads to the solution of this crime and there are any rewards he definitely is interested in receiving them. described as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Age 29-31
Height
5'9" - 5'10"
Build
Slender
Hair
Brown
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Eyes	Brown, no
as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Age 29-31
Height
5'9" - 5'10"
Build
Slender
Hair
Brown
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Eyes	Brown, no glasses
Marital Status	Single
Army Serial #

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DB Cooper-9356FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64) ¥
FBI
Date:
8/21/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
: SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
Remynitel, 7/27/72, and Albany teletype to Butte, 144-81-12 314 
8/1/72. Enclosed for Albany and Seattle are two color photographs each, made from 35 mm slides, provided by Burley, Idaho, of
These slides were taken in on Ilinawa.
Also enclosed for Albany and Seattle are two copies each of FD-302 reflecting interview with Burley, Idaho, on 7/26/72.
2 - Albany (Encs. 4) (AM) 2)- Seattle (Encs. 4) { (AM) 2 - Butte GEL/gld (6)
164-81-3828
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED CA FILED LE AUG 2 5 1972 FBI-SEATTLE IN
Approved: Export
Sent M Per DB Cooper-9357
GPO : 1970 O - 402-735
Special AgentHi Charge
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4) { (AM) 2 - Butte GEL/gld (6)
164-81-3828
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED CA FILED LE AUG 2 5 1972 FBI-SEATTLE IN
Approved: Export
Sent M Per DB Cooper-9357
GPO : 1970 O - 402-735
Special AgentHi Charge
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It is pointed out for Albany and Seattle that has requested his identity not be disclosed in this matter, especially in connection with the investigation of
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LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
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Will exhibit photograph of
to
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witnesses.
ALBANY DIVISION
AT ILLION, NEW YO
Will continue efforts to locate present whereabouts
of
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MAY 192 EDITION
GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GO
RNMENT
Memorandum
OMAN TILL Dow 1/H
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 5/17/72
FROM
:
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
On 5/11/72.
viewed the following listed photographs and advised that, in his opinion, none resembled the hijacker.
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Artist sketch of the UNSUB, aka hijacker of EAL plane, who bailed out over
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Sub file
Sub file
Sub file
CEF : klb
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Artist sketch of the UNSUB, aka hijacker of EAL plane, who bailed out over
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Sub file
Sub file
CEF : klb
164-81-3829
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-93590-9 (Rev. 2:64) 4-
FBI
Date:
August 23, 1972
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
Airtel
(Priority) 
To:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
From: Acting Director, FBI (164-2111) NORJAK Reurairtel dated 8/7/72. Sug HA A
Bureau artist developed composite drawing of NORJAK Unsub with sunglasses based on interviews with stewardesses and On 11/27/71 stewardess while viewing original sketch prepared, commented that it was "almost 100% like him" and stated she could suggest nothing additional to make sketch a better likeness. With reference to photo KK5-1 in the Bureau's Facial Identifica- tion Catalog, it is noted indicated on her initial interview it would bear a resemblance to Unsub if modifications were made. She selected ten additional photos as resembling various features of Unsub.
Catalog, it is noted indicated on her initial interview it would bear a resemblance to Unsub if modifications were made. She selected ten additional photos as resembling various features of Unsub. This plus the comments and look-alike photos selected by stewardesses and
went into the preparation of composte drawing with sunglasses. The sketch was modified to show the eyes when additional witnesses later selected look-alike photos of the eyes.
The attempt to depict the apparent age of Unsub has proven difficult from the beginning since witnesses did not describe age lines or features that lend themselves to the aging process. Preparation of the drawing in color may contribute to the aging factor as well as show the complexion color. In view of more recent comments, an additional sketch in color and labeled "B" has been prepared by Exhibits Section with and without sunglasses. The "B" sketch is based on photo KK5-1 from the Catalog with changes suggested by Original sketch previously prepared from combined descriptions of several witnesses will be retained in Bureau files.
Enclosures (20)
164-81-38320
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED CEFILED DE AUG :172
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Enclosures (20)
164-81-38320
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED CEFILED DE AUG :172
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Sent Via M Per DB Cooper-9360
r
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b6 b7CAirtel to SAC, Seattle RE: NORJAK
Bureau Laboratory advises hair sample submitted insufficient to determine overall hair color. Hair color on "B" sketch is based on recollection of
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/ Preparation of profile view of Unsub will be held in abeyance until your office determines whether or not an available witness can supply sufficient descriptive data for sketch of side view to be made. If this description is available Exhibits Section should be advised accordingly.
Advantages offered by full length sketch in standing position appear. questionable. A full length sketch is recommended only if it shows some descriptive feature that deviates from the average and can better be described pictorially than written.
Enclosed herewith are twenty photographic copies of "B" sketch, in color. Ten show Unsub with sunglasses, ten without. They should be displayed to available witnesses for their evaluation and comments.
Ten show Unsub with sunglasses, ten without. They should be displayed to available witnesses for their evaluation and comments.
DB Cooper-9361
- 2 -NR 003 SL PLAIN 11:44 PM NITEL 8-24-72 BGH
TO
ACTING DIRECTOR (164-2111)
INDIANAPOLIS (164-62)
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM ST. LOUIS (164-63) P 6P
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UNSUB , AKA DAN COOPER, NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT THREE ZERO FIVE, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, NOVEMBER TWENTY-FOUR, LAST. CAA - HI- JACKING ; EXTORTION. 00 : SEATTLE.
1 FOR INFORMATION BUREAU AND RECEIVING OFFICES,
MO., TELEPHONICALLY CONTACTED ST.
LOUIS OFFICE CONCERNING IDENTITY OF UNSUB , AKA DAN COOPER b6 b7C
ADVISED IN INTERVIEW THAT
SERVED WORLD WAR TWO WITH
OF SUSPECT, KNOWN TO HER AS END PAGE ONE
FURTHER
164-81-3831
SEARCHED. INDEXED AM SERIALIZED FILED AUG 2 4 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
N
DB Cooper-9362PAGE TYO SL 164-63
STATED THAT
ARMY PARATROOPER SEVEN YEARS ,
1 PRIOR TO CAPTIONED HIJACKING AND NOT HEARD FROM
SINCE. PRIOR TO DESERTION HE DISCUSSED OBTAINING POT FULL OF MONEY AND RETIRING IN SOUTH AMERICA ON FARM.
ADVISED HAS KNOWN SINCE ARE FIVE.
PRIOR TO DESERTION HE DISCUSSED OBTAINING POT FULL OF MONEY AND RETIRING IN SOUTH AMERICA ON FARM.
ADVISED HAS KNOWN SINCE ARE FIVE. FIRST KNEU FROM SERVING IN WORLD WAR TUO . ENTERED ARMY AT
HADN'T SEEN FOR SEVEN YEARS UNTIL SEPTEMBER, SEVENTY-ONE WHEN HE ARRIVED ON LEAVE. REMAINED THERE THPEE WEEKS, LEFT, AND LATER RETURNED WITH WHO LIVES IN BRAZIL ,
INDIANA. 
LEFT AGAIN IN EARLY OCTOBER AND HASN'T MAINTAINED
CONTACT SINCE. WAS SCHEDULED TO REPORT AS IN NORTH CAROLINA. HAD PREVIOUSLY AT SQUAW VALLEY, CALIFORNIA. STATED GREEN BERET PARATROOPER AND 
END PAGE TWO
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DB Cooper-9363PASE THREE SL 164-63
THAN ANYONE IN ALSO PECEIVED SOME
SOUTH VIETNAM,
CITATIONS FOR HIS OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN-
CLUDING ONE FROM PRESIDENT NIXON! PERSONALLY. IN ADDITION TO
IN BRAZIL, INDIANA , SOMEPLACE IN OREGON KNEW NOTHING FURTHER ABOUT HER. BEFORE
b6 b7C LEFT IN OCTOBER , HAD BEEN INVOLVED
WOULD LIKE TO LEAVE THE COUNTRY WITH 30TH.
BEFORE
b6 b7C LEFT IN OCTOBER , HAD BEEN INVOLVED
WOULD LIKE TO LEAVE THE COUNTRY WITH 30TH. KNEW PILOTS IN
STATED LIKED MONEY AND WOMEN AND OREGON AND MENTIONED ROOMING WITH SOME. HE WAS FURTHER KNOWLEDGEABLE OW HIJACKING TECHNIQUES AND HAD DISCUSSED TYPES OF PLANES WHICH COULD BE HIJACKED. PERSONALLY FELT THAT COULD HAVE HIJACKED THE NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT. HE HAD THE NERVE TO DO IT AND WAS AFRAID OF NO ONE. IF ANYONE COULD SURVIVE IN THE WOODS SUCH AS THE AREA OF THE PACIFIC END PAGE THREE
DB Cooper-9364PAGE FOUR
SL 164-63
NORTHWEST , COULD. FROM MEMORY , DESCRIBED
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FURTHER PONUDE , BLONDE HAIR , CRESCUT, MUSCULAR BUILD.
ADVISED THAT HE WOULD BET EVERYTHING THAT WAS THE HIJACKER OF THE NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT. ADVISED
CURRENTLY RESIDE
LOWELL , INDIANA.
STATED
HAD
WHO ENLISTED IN ARMY AT UNION, NO.
BUT FILM HAD
STATED HAD TAKEN PHOTOGRAPHS OF NOT YET BEEN DEVELOPED. FURTHER STATED WOULD DEVELOP FILM AND MAKE THOSE PHOTOGRAPHS AVAILABLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
BUT FILM HAD
STATED HAD TAKEN PHOTOGRAPHS OF NOT YET BEEN DEVELOPED. FURTHER STATED WOULD DEVELOP FILM AND MAKE THOSE PHOTOGRAPHS AVAILABLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ARMY RECRUITER ADVISED
ENLISTED
LAST
RECORDS REFLECT
RESIDING
SNIDER, INDIANA.
END PAGE FOUR
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DB Cooper-9365 PAGE FIVE SL 164-63
RESIDES POSELAWN,
INDIANA. RECALLED COMMENTS MADE BY DURING ENLISTMENT THAT HE WAS PROUD OF
INDIANAPOLIS. AT SNIDER OR LOWELL, INDIANA - WILL LOCATE
AND INTER-
VIE" REGARDING WILL OBTAIN COMPLETE DESCRIPTIVE DATA INCLUDING PHOTOGRAPHS AS WELL AS DOB AND SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER. THEREAFTER DETERMINE WHETHER IS IN
WILL SET FORTH APPROPRIATE LEADS RESULTING FROM INTERVIEW.
AT BRAZIL, INDIANA - WILL INTERVIEW IN ACCORDANCE WITH LEADS SET FORTH FOR ABOVE.
END PAGE FIVE
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DB Cooper-9366 PAGE SIX
SL 164-63
AT ROSELAWN, INDIANA - WILL INTERVIEW ALSO IN ACCORDANCE WITH ABOVE LEAD. AT FORT BENJAMIN HARRISON - WILL REVIEW RECORDS OF DETERMINE DUTY STATUS AND SET OUT APPROPRIATE LEADS. END
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-TIM F3I SEATTLE CLR
DB Cooper-9367 FD-36 (Rev.
AT FORT BENJAMIN HARRISON - WILL REVIEW RECORDS OF DETERMINE DUTY STATUS AND SET OUT APPROPRIATE LEADS. END
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-TIM F3I SEATTLE CLR
DB Cooper-9367 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/25/72
Transmit the following in
009
(Type in plaintext or code) URGENT
Via
TELETYPE
(Priority)
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TO ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72)-Need(TEK) SAC, INDIANAPOLIS (164-62 ) Mega(SRM) SAC, ST. LOUIS (164-33) reed ( LEF SAC, TAMPA (164-110) reco (DJC) SAC, WHO (164-169) reed (mJP
FROM SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE RE:
AKA
RE ST. LOUIS NITEL TO BUREAU, AUGUST TWENTYFOUR, LAST. FOR THE INFORMATION OF AUXILIARY OFFICES, b6 b7C
ORIGINALLY DEVELOPED AS SUSPECT NOV. TWENTYNINE, SEVENTYONE. ON DEC. SIX, SEVENTYONE, ATLANTA ADVISED, SUSPECT INTERVIEWED AT LENGTH. HE STATED HE WAS STAYING. AT HOLIDAY INN, FIFTIETH ST., TAMPA, FLORIDA FROM NOV. TWENTYTHREE DASH TWENTYSIX, SEVENTYONE. ADVISED HE SKIPPED OUT ON HIS
BILLS AT HOLIDAY INN, TAMPA. VOLUNTARILY POSED FOR
PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH HAVE BEEN DISPLAYED TO WITNESS SEATTLE, WHO STATED NOT IDENTICAL WITH UNSUB.
VOLUNTARILY POSED FOR
PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH HAVE BEEN DISPLAYED TO WITNESS SEATTLE, WHO STATED NOT IDENTICAL WITH UNSUB. DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS :
WM, DOB
FIVE FEET TEN ONE HALF INCHES, ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY LBS, DARK BLOND
RNN: j1b
(1)
Approved:
f.
ge
+38,53-28, 14530
LETES 28,1453052
14:43
PSP1B Per bat DB Cooper-9368
Sent
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
164- 81-3832
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b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
Transmit the following in
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Via
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SE 164-81 PAGE TWO
WHICH HAIR, BLUE EYES,
IS RUDDY TO FAIR COMPLEXION.
TAMPA DIVISION CONTACT HOLIDAY INN, TAMPA, FLORIDA AND DETERMINE IF REGISTERED AS GUEST DURING. PERTINENT PERIOD.
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Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-9369
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
Date: 8/25/72 FBI
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
URGENT (Priority)
VA
TO: SAC SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC INDIANAPOLIS (164,62) (P) L
SUBJECT: "NORJAK" 00: SEATT LE
/A
317
Re Indianapolis teletype to Seattle dated
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
URGENT (Priority)
VA
TO: SAC SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC INDIANAPOLIS (164,62) (P) L
SUBJECT: "NORJAK" 00: SEATT LE
/A
317
Re Indianapolis teletype to Seattle dated 8/25/72. Enclosed for the Seattle Division are four photographs
of
Leads:
SEATTLE:
AT SEATTLE:
Display enclosed photos to appropriate witnesses.
164-81-3833
2. Seattle(164-81 ) ( Encl, 4
SEARCHED INDEXED l- Indianapolis (164-62)
(3) EJJ/ejj
SERIALIZED.ZA .... FILED AUG 2 8 1972 FBI -- SEATTLE. IN
Approved: Sent M Per Special Agent in Charge
DB Cooper-9370
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TO
3:30
PM URGENT 8-26-72 JFD
SAC, SEATTLE (164-479)
FROM
SAC, TAMPA (164-110)
NORJAK .. 00 : SEATTLE RE :
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RE SEATTLE TEL TO ACTING DIRECTOR AUGUST TWENTY FIVE LAST : TAMPA TEL TO SEATTLE DATED DECEMBER SEVEN, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE.
FOR INFORMATION SEATTLE, INVESTIGATION REQUESTED PREVIOUSLY COVERED BY TAMPA AND RESULTS FURNISHED TO SEATTLE BY REFERENCED TELETYPE DATED DECEMBER SEVEN, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE.
ELIMINATE
END K
DCB . FBI SEATTLE TU CLR
164-81-3834 SEARCHED ...______ INDEXED.
AUG 2 6 1972 FBI - SEATTLE 
DB Cooper-93711 OC 164-56 TMM/psh
The following investigation was
AUG 2 6 1972 FBI - SEATTLE 
DB Cooper-93711 OC 164-56 TMM/psh
The following investigation was conducted by SA b6 b7C
AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA
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On August 4, 1972,
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),
b7C advised that she could locate no
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On August 7, 1972 Oklahoma City, advised that name was
but that he had been deceased for the past 16
On August 7, 1972,
Oklahoma City Police Department, advised that Bureau of Records file number concerned an
white male; birth
address was
She advised that on
No disposition was shown.
On August. 7. 1972, attempt to contact at b6 b7C
was negative.
advised on August 7, 1972, that he purchased this property in 1970, but he has no record of an ever residing at this address.
On August 8, 1972, advised that
She stated that as
and IS now known Oklahoma City.
On August 8. 1972.
He
advised that stated that
travels throughout the Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas area. but generally keeps in touch with a Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
He stated that who reside with them and who also occasionally stay with advised that to the best of his
DB
He stated that who reside with them and who also occasionally stay with advised that to the best of his
DB Cooper-9372
164-81-3835
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knowledge was in the Oklahoma City area during Thanksgiving.
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Attempts to contact on August 9, and August 10, 1972, were negative.
advised that she 5 b6 ']
On August 11. 1972. is acquainted with Thanksgiving dinner at
and advised that he had b7C
She advised that he had helped her with the shopping on November 23, and 24, 1971. She advised that could also verify this.
On August 11. 1972,
b6 had Thanksgiving dinner with b7C advised that few other relatives, at a mutual friend of the family, and quite a house. 1,
On August 11, 1972. advised that
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had Thanksgiving dinner with her in 1971, and approximately 18 other relatives. and guests at her home in Oklahoma City. She stated that was at her house at 12 Noon on Thanksgiving day and she recalls him calling her several times during the day before Thanksgiving from She advised that to the best of her knowledge was
the day before Thanksgiving.
her house at 12 Noon on Thanksgiving day and she recalls him calling her several times during the day before Thanksgiving from She advised that to the best of her knowledge was
the day before Thanksgiving.
On August 12, 1972, contacted the Oklahoma City Office of the FBI. advised
telephonically b6 b7C
that he spent Thanksgiving and days prior to Thanksgiving, 1971, in the Oklahoma City area with and
He also had dinner over at advised that he
has not flown a plane since September, 1955. He stated that he has not been outside of the Oklahoma, Texas, or Kansas area in the last seven years. He stated that about seven years ago he went through Seattle, Washington, and Portland, Oregon, on his way to Canada. advised that he is presently self-employed and is in the process of opening up various throughout Oklahoma. He stated that he is currently working in Altus, Oklahoma, at 120 East Cypress, and resides
DB Cooper-9373 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 HAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
DATE: 8/23/72 AC! 2
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
SAG, OKLAHOMA CITY (164-56) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE:
(TN), aka
Re Seattle airtel to Oklahoma City 8/1/72.
2
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
SAG, OKLAHOMA CITY (164-56) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE:
(TN), aka
Re Seattle airtel to Oklahoma City 8/1/72.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an investigative insert reflecting investigation conducted at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
in Oklahoma City area on Thanksgiving and also the day before Thanksgiving, 11/24/71.
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5010-10$-02
. 2- Seattle (Enc. 2) 1- Oklahoma City TMM/psh (3)
16-1-1-3836
INDEXED
FILED
AUG 2 6 1972 FBI-SEATTLE 
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-9374OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1902 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 8/23/72 Sui D
FROM Lüks AC, CHICAGO (164-297) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re New York airtel dated 7/24/72.
On August 15, 1972,
Para-Gear Equipment Company, 5138 North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois, advised his company is one of the largest mail order sport parachuting equipment supply houses in the United States. He and have little direct contact with their customers.
On August 15, 1972,
Para-Gear Equipment Company, 5138 North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois, advised his company is one of the largest mail order sport parachuting equipment supply houses in the United States. He and have little direct contact with their customers. He has reviewed his files and the name COOPER does not appear.
advised he is from the Seattle area and came to Chicago one year ago. While in Seattle he sport parachuted for six years. He stated he did not recall having met anyone he felt could be identical to unknown subject.
stated in his opinion the person responsible for the hijacking is not a sport parachutist. He bases this opinion on the theory that sport parachutists have an emotional attachment to their equipment, and probably would not perform a jump with equipment not known to them. From the accounts he read concerning the hijacking he assumes the hijacker had military parachuting experience.
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5010-104-02
REH/pal (3)
-3837
SEARCHED INDEXED
AUS 2 6 1972 FCI -: CATTLE N
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-9375 FD-36 (Rev.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-9375 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/23/72
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AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
Sus R SWX
TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) FROM : SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (₽)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
INDIA
Montana, advised 8/22/72, as follows:
Bozeman, X
In 1/71, he, completed writing a book
entitled This book incorporated the idea that a person desiring to hijack a planeand go to Cuba would also attempt to extort money. The book was initially presented to one on the week of as a possibility for a motion picture production. being an Los Angeles, California, and
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11.4-81-3838 SEARCHED ............ INDEXED. SERIALIZED_t .... FILED. AUG 2 8 1972 F81-SEATTLE
W
Approved:
Equal
Sent M Per DB Cooper-9376
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1970 0 - 402-735
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b6 b7C BT #164-26
By telephone, 1 was informed that the book had been given to He in turn probably presented the book to motion picture
Agent in Charge
GPO : 1970 0 - 402-735
b6 ৳7C
b6 b7C BT #164-26
By telephone, 1 was informed that the book had been given to He in turn probably presented the book to motion picture sub-producers.
Encino, California. 
advised the book made no reference to parachuting from an airplane; however, he is vitally concerned over the possibility this book might have predicated acts of Subject of this case.
Having never met he is notaware of the physical description of but wanted to bring this to the attention of the proper authorities.
Three copies of the book have been made - One is in the possession, as last known, of one was sent registered mail and is still sealed by to himself so as to establish a "poor man's copyright;" and one copy is maintained and sent to a publishing agent in Chicago.
requested that any additional information desired would be readily furnished, but he desired his identity be protected regarding information furnished about based on
was shown a facsimile photograph of UNSUB and stated that this definitely could not be
LEADS
LOS ANGELES DIVISION
AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Being furnished this information, ascertain if possibility exists
a facsimile photograph of UNSUB and stated that this definitely could not be
LEADS
LOS ANGELES DIVISION
AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
Being furnished this information, ascertain if possibility exists that could be identical with UNSUB in this case or have information of UNSUB.
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DB Cooper-9377
- 2 - Ffa ku; IMbr, 2-22-24)
FRI
Drie: 8/28/72
PLAINTEXT
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I'Typo in ploinkest m end!
Via TEIKTYPE
NIE-
('simary
NRO16
TO SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM INDIANAPOLIS (164-62)
NOR.JAK, 00: SEATTLE, RE
KE SEATTLE TELETYPE TO BUREAU. AUGUST TWENTYFIVE LAST.
MILITARY RECORDS RE SUSPECT REVIEWED AT FORT BENJAMLA HARRISON, INDIANAPOLIS; HOWEVER, RECORDS DID NOT CONTAIN INFO
A$ TO WHEREABOUTS ON PERTINENT DATES, THIS INFO ONLY
AVAILABLE IN FIELD FILE WHICH IS LOCATED AT HIS PRESENT BASE, FORT BENNING, GEORGIA.
LEADS TO REVIEW THIS FILE LEFT TO THE DISCRETION OF 00.
SEATTLE SHOULD IMMEDIATELY ADVISE INDIANAPOLIS SHOULD BE ELIMINATED AS SUSPECT.
INVESTIGATION CONTINUING AT BRAZIL, INDIANA.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
$839
tot
164-81-789
0)- indianapolis JFR/mal (1)
EBE 35
IN
Approved:
Sent
M POI DB Cooper 9378
Special Agent
$839
tot
164-81-789
0)- indianapolis JFR/mal (1)
EBE 35
IN
Approved:
Sent
M POI DB Cooper 9378
Special Agent in Charge
SUZBeennicht Frining DItica: 12/2 ~ 955.574
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.b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1562 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
A' UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 8/23/72
TO 1200 FROM! SAG, NEW ORLEANS (164-136) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NOR JAK RE:
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Dallas airtel to New Orleans dated 7/28/72.
On 8/8/72 a check of the following failed to reflect any listings in the name Cosmos Club or Cosmos Bar:
1972 New Orleans City Directory
Current South Central Bell Telephone Directory
On 8/9/72 Alcoholic Beverage License Bureau, New Orleans City Hall, advised that Alcoholic Beverage License records and New Orleans City Retail Business License Records fail to reflect any entity doing business as Cosmos Club or Cosmos Bar. In addition, a check of the above records cross referenced by licensee failed to list any or variations of that name. pointed out that Alcoholic Beverage licenses would not be issued to any individual who has a
pointed out that Alcoholic Beverage licenses would not be issued to any individual who has a felony arrest record.
Records do reflect Cosimos - Part I Bar, located at 1201 Burgundy and the licensee is listed as
On 8/9/72 Louisiana Board of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 124 Camp Street, was contacted and a request was made of for a search of State Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license records for the Greater New Orleans Area in the name of
(2 - Seattle 1 - Dallac (164-191) (Info) 1 - New Orleans KK- jss (4)
7 -3840
1-SEVER
AUG 2 3 1972 FBI -- SEATTLE
I 
5010-108-02
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-9379
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Cosmos Club or Cosmos Bar and in addition, a review of licensee records in the name of
On 8/23/72 advised that State ABC records for the Parishes of Jefferson, St. Bernard, Orleans and Plaquemines, which comprise the Greater New Orleans Metro- politan Area, reflect no listing in the name of Cosmos Club or Cosmos Bar.
Bernard, Orleans and Plaquemines, which comprise the Greater New Orleans Metro- politan Area, reflect no listing in the name of Cosmos Club or Cosmos Bar. In addition. ABC records reflect no licensee in the name of or variations of that spelling.
A computer check of the Louisiana State Drivers License records failed to reflect a residing in the New Orleans area, who by age or physical description could be considered identical with the subject of this case. Without a specific spelling or date of birth, a search of the arrest records of the NOPD is not considered feasible by the New Orleans Division.
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DB Cooper-9380FD-263.(Rev. 12-19-67)
· FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
i

REPORTING OFFICE	OFFICE OF ORIGIN	DATE	INVESTIGATIVE PERIOD
SALT LAKE CITY	SEATTLE	8/24/72	4/11/72 - 8/24/72

TITLE OF CASE UNKNOWN SUBJECT, aka Dan Cooper NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT # 305, PORTLAND, OREGON, TO SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 11/24/71

REPORT MADE BY	TYPED
TITLE OF CASE UNKNOWN SUBJECT, aka Dan Cooper NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT # 305, PORTLAND, OREGON, TO SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, 11/24/71

REPORT MADE BY	TYPED BY
SA	nsb

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CHARACTER OF CASE
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
SUB 386
REFERENCES : Salt Lake City teletype to Bureau, 4/11/72. Salt Lake City airtel to Charlotte, 8/3/72. - P -
ADMINISTRATIVE
Although the period of this report is extended, this matter has been maintained in a current status through interoffice communications.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS CLAIMED	 NONE	ACQUIT- TALS	CASE HAS BEEN:
CONVIĆ	AUTO.	FUG.	FINES	SAVINGS	RECOVERIES
PENDING OVER ONE YEAR 



YES
NO PENDING PROSECUTION OVER SIX MONTHS
YES
NO

APPROVED
SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE
COPIES MADE;
8 - Bureau (164-2111)
2 - Charlotte (164-101)
1 - Las Vegas (164-60) (Info)
1 - Portland (
YES
NO PENDING PROSECUTION OVER SIX MONTHS
YES
NO

APPROVED
SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE
COPIES MADE;
8 - Bureau (164-2111)
2 - Charlotte (164-101)
1 - Las Vegas (164-60) (Info)
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The following investigation was conducted by Special Agent
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confidentially advised that telephone .
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The following investigation was conducted by Special Agent
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ADMINISTRATIVE:
confidentially advised that telephone . was subscribed to by a RICHARD F. McCOY, SR., Wimbelton Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, and has recently been disconnected.
A review of
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The records of the
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On 4/13/72, SA reviewed the bank records of RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. , at Walker Bank and Trust Company, Salt Lake City, Utah, which indicated an application for bank credit card dated 1/20/72, and outstanding obligations as of that date included $40 to Master Charge; $650 to BankAmericard; no amounts owing to Wachovia Bank and Trust, but prior loans were indicated. Overall review of other checks indicated MC COY had extensive financial obligations, including others than those listed on the bank credit card application.
No other pertinent information was contained in this record.
LEADS
CHARLOTTE DIVISION
AT COVE CITY, NORTH CAROLINA
Will locate and interview
telephone number
suspect RICHARD FLOYD
MC COY, JR.
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CHARLOTTE DIVISION
AT COVE CITY, NORTH CAROLINA
Will locate and interview
telephone number
suspect RICHARD FLOYD
MC COY, JR., in an effort to positively establish the where- abouts of suspect MC COY on 11/24/71, noting that a collect telephone call was received at the MC COY residence in Provo, Utah, from Las Vegas, Nevada, at 10:41 p.m., 11/25/71, and that MC COY's BankAmericard was utilized between the hours of 11:00 p.m., 11/25/71, and 9:00 a.m., 11/26/71, to purchase gasoline at Las Vegas, Nevada, 11/25/71 being Thanksgiving Day.
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Will await results of interview of suspect's and will conduct any investigation indicated as a result of this interview.
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.UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Copy to:

Report of:	Office: Salt Lake City, Utah
Date:	8/24 / 72
Field Office File #:	164-24	Bureau File #:
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Copy to:

Report of:	Office: Salt Lake City, Utah
Date:	8/24 / 72
Field Office File #:	164-24	Bureau File #: 164-2111
Title:	UNKNOWN SUBJECT,
Also Known As Dan Cooper, NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT NUMBER 305, PORTLAND, OREGON, TO SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, NOVEMBER 24, 1971

Character:	CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT - HIJACKING; EXTORTION

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Synopsis: RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. - Suspect. MC COY was subject of similar, CAA - Hijacking, case involving United Air- Lines Flight 855 from Denver, Colorado, 4/7/72, and a review of captioned matter revealed numerous similarities with MC COY case. A review of investigation conducted regarding the pertinent period, 11/24/71, and period immediately preceding and following this date reveals the following regarding suspect MC COY: (1)
(2) MC COY attended class at Brigham Young University morning of 11/23/71.
the pertinent period, 11/24/71, and period immediately preceding and following this date reveals the following regarding suspect MC COY: (1)
(2) MC COY attended class at Brigham Young University morning of 11/23/71. (3) of MC COY, currently residing Canton, Ohio, in interview following hijacking of United Air Lines (UAL) plane 4/7/72, stated to best of her recollection, MC COY helped prepare Thanksgiving dinner 11/25/71, between hours of 2:00 and 6:00 p.m. could not recall
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MC COY's activities 11/24/71. (4) Check of service stations, Cedar. City, Utah, indicated dates of 11/25/71, and 11/26/71, on gas charge tickets are probably accurate dates; however, both service station operators stated they have made errors in past on dates on charge tickets and could not be absolutely certain as to dates. (5) Manager, Power Thrust Service Station, Las Vegas, Nevada, advised gas invoice charged to RICHARD F. MC COY, JR., BankAmericard Number 4763160217773, bearing signature of MC COY, would have been utilized between hours of 11:00 p.m., 11/25/71, and 9:00 a.m., 11/26/71, at which time manager changed date
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI.
, 11/26/71, at which time manager changed date
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on machine. (6) Gas station attendant, Power Thrust Service Station, Las Vegas, Nevada, stated worked the above indicated hours but could not specifically recall handling the trans- action, nor .could he describe vehicle or individual who may have been involved. Attendant unable to identify artist's conception of NORJAK subject. (7) FBI Laboratory concluded RICHARD F. MC COY, JR.'s signature on above described Bank- Americard invoice was prepared by RICHARD FLOYD MC COY. JR., subject of VAL hijacking 4/7/72. (8)
(9) Records of Tropicana Hotel-Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, were checked for hotel registration for month of November, 1971, and more specifically for 11/25/71, and no record could be located for R.
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(9) Records of Tropicana Hotel-Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, were checked for hotel registration for month of November, 1971, and more specifically for 11/25/71, and no record could be located for R. MC COY, RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., DAN COOPER or D. COOPER. (It is noted telephone call previously made from Tropicana Hotel to MC COY's residence. Provo, Utah.) (30)
(11) Investigation revealed a collect call was made to MC COY's residence 11/25/71, at 10:41 p.m. from Las Vegas, Nevada. (12) The following airlines records were reviewed in an effort to determine if RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., R. MC COY, D. COOPER, DAN COOPER or a J. JOHNSON utilized Hughes Air West flights from Las Vegas to Portland and return during the per- tinent period; UAL flights, noting UAL is not recommended for service between Las Vegas and Portland since there are no direct flights; and Western Airlines indicated no travel of an individual utilizing the above names between Las Vegas, Nevada; Portland, Oregon, and return. (13) A review of all pertinent military aircraft records servicing the Portland and Las Vegas areas, with flights originating from Salt Lake City and Las Vegas areas, as well as return
(13) A review of all pertinent military aircraft records servicing the Portland and Las Vegas areas, with flights originating from Salt Lake City and Las Vegas areas, as well as return flights originating from Portland area, failed to disclose travel by RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. on or about 11/24/71. Student at Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, recalled having Thanksgiving dinner, 11/25/71. with suspect, as did of suspect. b6 b7C b7D
in subsequent interview was not sure of exact date that Thanksgiving dinner was held at suspect's residence in Provo, Utah. Photograph of suspect MC COY exhibited to three Northwest Airlines stewardesses, and each quite certain MC COY not identical to COOPER. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1.	PREDICATION	4	-	7
2.	CHECK OF AIRLINES FOR TRAVEL OF SUSPECT DURING PERTINENT PERIOD OF NORJAK	8	-	10
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1.	PREDICATION	4	-	7
2.	CHECK OF AIRLINES FOR TRAVEL OF SUSPECT DURING PERTINENT PERIOD OF NORJAK	8	-	10
3.	PHOTOGRAPHS OF SUSPECTS EXHIBITED TO CREW IN NORJAK AND OTHER WITNESSES	11	12
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4.	CLASS ATTENDANCE OF SUSPECT AT BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY, PROVO, UTAH	13	15
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6.	TELEPHONE CALL FROM LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, AND MOTEL RECORDS	25	-	28
7.	INTERVIEWS OF
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8.	EMPLOYMENT OF
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9.	AIR NATIONAL GURAD RECORDS.	38	-	39
10.	LEG INJURY OF SUSPECT	40	-	41
11.	REPAIRS TO SUSPECT'S VEHICLE.	42	-	44
12.	ACQUAINTANCES OF SUSPECT MC COY	45	-	49
13.	FINGERPRINT AND	HANDWRITING EVIDENCE.	50	-	51

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DETAILS:
PREDICATION
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MC COY was the subject of a similar crime aboard aircraft - hijacking case involving
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RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. - SUSPECT
MC COY was the subject of a similar crime aboard aircraft - hijacking case involving United Air Lines Flight 855 from Denver, Colorado, to Los Angeles, California, April 7, 1972, in which case MC COY was convicted by jury in United States District Court, Salt Lake City, Utah, and sentenced on July 10, 1972, to a term of 45 years.
This investigation was predicated on the fact that numerous similarities exist between the captioned matter, "NORJAK," and the case involving MC COY, as follows:
In NORJAK, envelope containing instructions was furnished to stewardess. In United Air Lines, envelope and two-page single spaced, typewritten instructions with envelope containing hand grenade safety pin and .45 caliber cartridge were given to stewardess.
The subject in NORJAK exhibited contents of attache case alleged to contain dynamite. In United Air Lines case, hijacker exhibited gun and grenade and indicated he had plastic explosive.
In NORJAK case, subject dictated message to stewardess as follows: "I want $200,000 by 5:00 p.
In United Air Lines case, hijacker exhibited gun and grenade and indicated he had plastic explosive.
In NORJAK case, subject dictated message to stewardess as follows: "I want $200,000 by 5:00 p.m. in cash. Put it in a knapsack. I want two back parachutes and two front parachutes. When we land, I want a fuel truck read to refuel. No funny stuff, or I'll do the job."
In United Airlines case, specific typewritten in- structions were given for United Air Lines to have $500,000 in various denominations, two back and two front parachutes of a specific manufacture and location where they could be obtained at San Francisco, that fuel truck with six hours
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fuel and two men on truck be available; that all vehicles be 100 feet from the nose of the aircraft on the left side, and that captain of hijacked plane use Runway 19 Left at San Francisco International Airport.
In NORJAK, passengers were deplaned and one stewardess and three male flight crew members remained on board. In United Air Lines case, all passengers deplaned, two stewardess and three flight crew personnel remained on board.
In United Air Lines case, all passengers deplaned, two stewardess and three flight crew personnel remained on board.
In NORJAK, hijacker instructed he be flown to Mexico City, instructing pilot to fly at not more than 10,000 feet, with flaps at 15 degrees, the landing gear down and rear steps of plane also down, plane involved being Boeing 727, a tri-jet, with stairs at rear. Hijacker finally agreed to having steps raised. (It is noted Boeing 727 aircraft unable to take off with stairs in lowered position. However in order for stairs to be lowered in flight, it is necessary that rear pressured door be in open position on take-off.)
Continuing in NORJAK, stewardess remained in cabin with hijacker, and hijacker had stewardess show him how to lower steps and ordered her to go to first class section. United Air Lines hijacker ordered stewardess to go to front section of plane and did not require instructions as to how to operate lowering mechanism of rear stairs.
In NORJAK, plane captain was in contact with hijacker by intercom and just prior to final communication with hijacker, captain had signal
In NORJAK, plane captain was in contact with hijacker by intercom and just prior to final communication with hijacker, captain had signal indicating stairs had been lowered.
In United Air Lines case; plane crew was on oxygen flying at 16,000 feet for a period of one and one-half hours prior to hijacker jumping due to open rear stairs.
In NORJAK, Boeing 727 was flying at 170 knots. In United Air Lines case, Boeing 727 was flying at 180 knots, which approximates 200 miles per hour or 3 miles per minute, at instruction of hijacker.
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In NORJAK, two parachutes remained on aircraft when it arrived at Reno, Nevada, one of which was open and three shroud lines had been cut and removed from parachute, presumably to tie ransom money package to hijacker. In United Air Lines case, hijacker jettisoned one, two or three parachutes in Nevada, at least one containing homing device, and had rope or harness in his possession to fasten money and equipment to him. In United Air Lines case, the rope was 19 feet long with eye grommets.
United Air Lines case, hijacker jettisoned one, two or three parachutes in Nevada, at least one containing homing device, and had rope or harness in his possession to fasten money and equipment to him. In United Air Lines case, the rope was 19 feet long with eye grommets. In interview of local National Guard parachute jumper, he indicated it is standard operating procedure in National Guard units to have "H" harness with which equipment package is strapped to body. Approximately 25 foot rope is fastened to harness and equipment package, and after parachute is opened, jumper lowers package so it dangles below him. As jumper approaches ground, he releases rope from body harness with result package will drop in immediate area of landing. Jumper cannot retain package fastened to body as this would hinder landing operation and possibly cause serious injury.
Physical description in both cases is remarkably similar. In NORJAK case, subject is described as possibly in mid 40s, and personal observation of MC COY, age 29, gives immediate impression of man possibly 40. Composit photograph of NORJAK subject bears strong resemblance, particularly hair- line, hair part, shape of face and nose.
Composit photograph of NORJAK subject bears strong resemblance, particularly hair- line, hair part, shape of face and nose. In NORJAK case, witnesses describe subject's complexion as olive, Latin appearance, medium smooth. In United Air Lines case, witnesses likewise described subject as of dark complexion, possibly Mexican, believed due to make-up. In NORJAK case, subject described as having sideburns at low ear level. Subject in United Air Lines case upon arrest had sideburns to bottom lobe of ear. In NORJAK case, witnesses stated voice had no particular accent, possibly from Midwest section of United States. In United Air Lines case, witnesses described subject's voice as normal and did not refer to any accent of any type.
In NORJAK case, subject described as heavy smoker of Raleigh filter-tip cigarettes. In United Air Lines case, subject brought supply of candy and continually ate candy during flight. It is noted United Air Lines investigation has not indicated United Air Lines subject smokes; however, he is from Raleight, North Carolina.
It is noted United Air Lines investigation has not indicated United Air Lines subject smokes; however, he is from Raleight, North Carolina. Candy could be a substitute for cigarettes; however, subject in each case obviously nervous.
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In United Air Lines case, there is obvious evidence subject attempted to disguise himself after boarding plane, in that he on two occasions spent extended periods in lavatory and emerged with black hair wig and false mustache.
In NORJAK case, subject during latter part of flight put on dark wrap-around sunglasses with dark rims. United Air Lines case subject boarded plane with mirror type sunglasses.
In NORJAK case, subject believed to have departed plane in area containing a noticeable beacon and farm land. In United Air Lines case, subject departed plane shortly after heading east of Utah Lake near airport with beacon and immediately beyond, farm land thus providing excellent bearings for jump.
In NORJAK case, subject was very insistent upon retrieving instructions after reading by pilot.
United Air Lines case, subject departed plane shortly after heading east of Utah Lake near airport with beacon and immediately beyond, farm land thus providing excellent bearings for jump.
In NORJAK case, subject was very insistent upon retrieving instructions after reading by pilot. In United Air Lines case, subject likewise insisted upon retrieving instructions. Advance preparation of flight plan instructions in United Air Lines case could logically represent refinement of modus operandi.
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CHECK OF AIRLINES FOR TRAVEL OF SUSPECT DURING PERTINENT PERIOD OF NORJAK
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On April 11, 1972, Hughes Air West, 2nd and Ellsworth, San Mateo, California, made available Hughes Air West tickets during the pertinent period of NORJAK, and a review failed to reflect any individual by the name R. MC COY, D. B. COOPER or any similar name flying from Salt Lake City, Utah, to Seattle, Washington, or Portland, Oregon, or from Portland or Seattle to Salt Lake City. During this review, reviewing personnel were instructed to pull any tickets with the names COOPER or MC COY and none were located, the review being conducted by Bureau Agents.
During this review, reviewing personnel were instructed to pull any tickets with the names COOPER or MC COY and none were located, the review being conducted by Bureau Agents.
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Minnesota, and provided the lift tickets for all flights from Portland to Seattle and vice versa for the period of November 10-24, 1971, and a review of these tickets for the names RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, R. MC COY. D. COOPER, DAN COOPER and T. JOHNSON were negative. stated that the lift tickets that were reviewed were tickets of on-line passengers, who are those individuals making reservations through North- west on Northwest flights, and tickets were not available for review of those off-line passengers, which would entail approx- imately 25 percent of Northwest passenger service.
The Las Vegas Division on April 18, 1972, advised that all airline manifest that have flights to Portland from Las Vegas are destroyed after 90 days and that Hughes Air West, United Air Lines and Northwest Airlines provide service between Las Vegas and Portland; however, there are no direct flights
that have flights to Portland from Las Vegas are destroyed after 90 days and that Hughes Air West, United Air Lines and Northwest Airlines provide service between Las Vegas and Portland; however, there are no direct flights and all are via Los Angeles, California, or San Francisco, California.
On April 19, 1972, the Las Vegas Division advised the only Air Force base where military planes could land in the Las Vegas area is Nellis Air Force Base northeast of Las Vegas. Nellis Air Force Base operations advised that individuals who come in on military planes are not logged, therefore, there is no way of knowing whether a particular individual arrived in Las Vegas. Operations personnel stated that individual names would be available at the point of origin of the flight and would be contained on a passenger manifest.
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On April 19, 1972, the San Francisco Division advised that records of Hughes Air West under the names RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, D. COOPER, DAN COOPER and J. JOHNSON were checked by Bureau Agents from November 22, 1971, through November 26, 1971, for all flights from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Portland, Oregon, and return with negative results.
JOHNSON were checked by Bureau Agents from November 22, 1971, through November 26, 1971, for all flights from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Portland, Oregon, and return with negative results.
On April 19, 1972, the Chicago Division advised a review of all United Air Lines flight coupons and all other airlines flight coupons used for travel on United Air Lines flights from Salt Lake City to Portland, November 10-24, 1971, and return flights from Seattle and Portland to Salt Lake City from November 10 to November 27, 1971, failed to show any passenger traveling under the name R. MC COY, RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., D. COOPER or DAN COOPER.
On April 20, 1972, Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, advised a search of records for outgoing aircraft to Portland, Oregon, area during November, 1971, was made with negative results, and no record was located on MC COY on any flight manifest for the same period.
On April 21, 1972, the Portland Division advised records of three separate military units at Portland Inter- national Airport, Portland, Oregon, were checked and the records disclosed that no flight was made during the pertinent period by suspect MC COY.
of three separate military units at Portland Inter- national Airport, Portland, Oregon, were checked and the records disclosed that no flight was made during the pertinent period by suspect MC COY. Western Airlines records at Portland, Oregon, failed to show any flight made by suspect MC COY during pertinent period.
On April 19, 1972, for Hill Air Force Base Passenger Terminal, Utah, advised Special Agent that the November, 1971, passenger manifest did not list the names D. B. COOPER, DAN COOPER or RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR.
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for United Air Lines, Elk Grove, Illinois, advised United Air Lines offers no connecting flights from Las Vegas to Portland during November, 1971, and was not a recommended service for those points.
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On April 12, 1972, a series of photographs containing that of RICHARD FLOYD MC COY was shown to Northwest Airlines stewardesses at Minneapolis, Minnesota. The three stewardesses stated there were some slight similarities, but each was quite certain that MC COY was not identical
The three stewardesses stated there were some slight similarities, but each was quite certain that MC COY was not identical with COOPER. Some of the differences in physical characteristics noted were that MC COY's ears stuck further from his head than those of COOPER, and COOPER's hair was fuller than that of MC COY's, MC COY's nose was broader than that of COOPER's; and the only stewardess who saw COOPER without his glasses, stated that COOPER's eyes were brown, it being noted that MC COY's eyes are blue.
Photographs of RICHARD FLOYD MC COY were shown in suitable groups to Portland Division witnesses and
fellow passenger of subject in NORJAK case. and none could make any identifications. stated positively that MC COY was not identical with NORJAK subject, and stated he does not recall enough to make a positive statement.
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CLASS ATTENDANCE OF SUSPECT AT BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY, PROVO, UTAH
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On April 11, 1972, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, advised he had the following information concerning classes attended by MC COY
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On April 11, 1972, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, advised he had the following information concerning classes attended by MC COY during the fall semester beginning late September, 1971, and ending January 19, 1972.
MC COY had the following Monday, Wednesday and Friday class :
Sociology 360,
advised it was his recollection that during the early to middle part of the semester MC COY had had above average absences, but there was no written record available to check these absences.
MC COY had Religion 231, and there is no record to verify attendance, but it was recollection MC COY missed many classes the first of the semester but attended more frequently later in the semester.
MC COY had Sociology 112, however, no records are available, but it was recollection that MC COY was missing frequently during the semester.
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Brigham Young University (BYU), Provo, Utah,
advised as follows :
stated he taught RICHARD F. MC COY 302 in tl .. Fall semester of 1971. This class was held from 8:00 A.M. to 9:30 A.M., on Tuesday and Thursday. MC COY had no absences during September or October, 1971. He was absent November 2, 1971, but was excused for the absence; the reason not being shown. He was absent on November 4, 1971, without excuse. He was present on November 9, 1971. On November 11, 1971, no roll was taken, so it is not known whether or not he was present. On November 16, 1971, November 18, 1971, and November 23, 1971, he was present. No school was held on November 25, 1971, as it was Thanksgiving. On December 2, 1971, he was absent. No roll was taken on December 16, 1971, as it was the week during the Christmas vacation.
On December 2, 1971, he was absent. No roll was taken on December 16, 1971, as it was the week during the Christmas vacation. He was absent January 6, 1972, without excuse. The semester ended the last week in January, 1972.
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INFORMATION REGARDING SUSPECT
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI, h is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agancy; tt ond lis contents are 'not to be distributed outside your agency.
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he recently spoke with McCOY, SR. concerning his son, RICHARD F. McCOY, JR., and that according to McCOY, SR., he was completely shocked and very upset concerning the recent arrest of his son by the FBI in conjunction with a hijacking of an aircraft.
also noted that in general conversation with McCOY, SR., he stated that he would possibly
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4/18/72
ot
Raleigh, N. C.
File #
CE 164-101
by SA
:dlt
Dale dictated
4/19/72
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DB Cooper-9404EDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date.
4/21/72
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Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 18, 1972, located a carbon copy and two carbons utilized in the preparation of a sales invoice number 764637 for the purchase of 5.
4/21/72
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Las Vegas, Nevada, on April 18, 1972, located a carbon copy and two carbons utilized in the preparation of a sales invoice number 764637 for the purchase of 5.6 gallons on gasoline with total charges of $2.57.
This invoice was charged to RICHARD F. MC COY, JR., Bank Americard Number 4763 160 217 773 and bore the signa- ture of MC COY.
The invoice carried the machine date of November 25, 1972, but had the written date of Novemer 26, 1971. The license number listed on the carbon copy of the invoice appeared to be SA 1334 and the carbon utilized for the preparation of these invoices had the additional notations "No. Carol", however the above writing was not readily discernible on the written carbon copy of the invoice.
explained that the discrepancy of the dates could be explained by virtue of the fact that his station operated on a 24 hour basis with shifts running from 7:00am to 3:00pm, from 3:00pm t .: 11:00pm and from 11:00pm to 7:00am. He stated that in view of the fact November 25, 1971, was a holiday, he did not personally work that day and as a result, the machine date of November 25, would not have been changed to November 27, 1971,
stated that in view of the fact November 25, 1971, was a holiday, he did not personally work that day and as a result, the machine date of November 25, would not have been changed to November 27, 1971, until 9: 00un on November 26, when he visited the station to correlate the receipts for the holiday.
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further noted that in all possibility, the employee handling the actual transaction was on duty from 11:00pm, November 25, to 7:00am, November 26, and therefore entered the date as November 26, which would have been his regular work day and the machine date would not have been changed until his appearance later as noted above.
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stated that a review of the employees work records for that date indicated that former employee Social Security number with
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Ch 4/18/72
at Las Vegas, Nevada
File # LV 164-60
SA
: kmc
Dote dictated 421/72
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DB Cooper-9405
21LV 164-60
residence at Las Vegas, Nevada, would have worked the 11:00pm to 7:00am shift commencing at 11:00pm on
DB Cooper-9405
21LV 164-60
residence at Las Vegas, Nevada, would have worked the 11:00pm to 7:00am shift commencing at 11:00pm on November 25, and in all probability handled the transaction although his initials are not contained on the sales invoice as is the customary procedure for most employees.
nct ed further that in view of their location as the last station prior to the southbound entry onto Interstate 15 or conversdy the first station for anyone approaching Las Vegas on the freeway from the south, their business is evenly divided between traffic heading for Los Angeles who wish to gas up prior to their entry into the desert or are the initial contact for vehicles coming into from the desert area who are nearly out of gasoline.
noted that three copies of the Ban k Americard invoice would have been prepared with the original copy being furnished to MC COY at the time of the purchase, a second copy being retained by him and the final copy going to Bank Americard Company for charges to be paid at a later date. placed his name and date on the reverse side of the carbon copy and furnished this invoice and the
placed his name and date on the reverse side of the carbon copy and furnished this invoice and the two carbons in the preparation of the entire transaction to the FBI on April 18, 1972.
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DB Cooper-9406EDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date.
4/21/72
Las Vegas, Nevada, advised on April 19, 1972, that the handwriting appearing on Bank Americard invoice number 764637 for the sale of 5.6 gallons of gasoline in the amount of $2.57, appeared familiar to him as his handwriting and it is his impression that he possibly handled that transaction.
advised that normally they are required to enter their initials on the sales transaction, however, this apparently was not done on the above invoice and stated that he normally checks the license plate and state and enters same thereon, which he assumes he may have done in this instance.
stated, however, that he did work the 11:00pm shift commencing November 25, 1971, terminated at 7:00am on November 26, 1971, but he does not now specifically recall handling this transaction nor can he describe the vehicle or individuals who may
11:00pm shift commencing November 25, 1971, terminated at 7:00am on November 26, 1971, but he does not now specifically recall handling this transaction nor can he describe the vehicle or individuals who may have been involved.
added that he is unable to identify the artist's conception of the individual hijacking the northwest airline flight as anyone known to him.

4/18/72 4 On	Las Vegas, Nevada at	LV 164-60 File #
SA by	: kmc	Date	4/21/72
dictated

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DB Cooper-9407
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A review of BankAmericard charge tickets on April 17, 1972, indicated charges to MC COY at Provo, Utah, for gas purchased on November 25, 1971; a charge for gas purchase at Cedar City, Utah, on November 25, 1971; a charge for gas purchase at Power Thrust, Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 25, 1971; and a gas purchase on November 26, 1971, at Cedar City, Utah.
charges to MC COY at Provo, Utah, for gas purchased on November 25, 1971; a charge for gas purchase at Cedar City, Utah, on November 25, 1971; a charge for gas purchase at Power Thrust, Las Vegas, Nevada, on November 25, 1971; and a gas purchase on November 26, 1971, at Cedar City, Utah.
On April 19, 1972, pertinent service stations at Cedar City, Utah, were contacted and it was stated that the dates on the charge tickets of November 25 and 26, 1971, are probably accurate dates; however, both service station operators advised they have made errors in the past on dates on charge tickets and could not be absolutely certain as to the dates.
DB Cooper-9408
24SU 164-24

TELEPHONE	CALL FROM	LAS VEGAS,
NEVADA, AND MOTEL	RECORDS

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DB Cooper-9409FD-JUZ IKOV. A-T5-09
ERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date.
4/13/72
On April 13, 1972, Tropicana Hotel - Casino, b7C
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Las Vegas, Nevada, caused the hotel registration records and the arrival records to be checked for November, 1971, and more specifically November 25, 1971. The names checked were as follows:
R. MC COY RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR.
Las Vegas, Nevada, caused the hotel registration records and the arrival records to be checked for November, 1971, and more specifically November 25, 1971. The names checked were as follows:
R. MC COY RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. DAN COOPER and D. COOPER
stated there was noi record that any individual using the above names registered into the Tropicana Hotel during the month of November, 1971.
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On 4/13/72 at Las Vegas, Nevada
File #.
LV 164-60
by. SA
mtc
Date dictated
4/13/72
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DB Cooper-9410FD-302 (Rev. 4-15-64)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date
4/13/72
Observation by SA on April 13, 1972 of the Tropicana Hotel - Casino Guest Registration area reflected that open public pay telephone 736-9820 is located on a west wall in a bank of open pay telephones. Number 736-9820 is the end or north telephone.
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On 4/13/72 af Las Vegas, Nevada
File #
LV 164-60
by. SA
mtc
Date dictated
4/13/72
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SA
mtc
Date dictated
4/13/72
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DB Cooper-9411
27FD-302 (Rav. 4-15-64} 2 x
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date
4/13/72
On April 13, 1972,
Westward Ho Motel, Las Vegas, Nevada, was
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number 378. subsequently caused the records of the Westward Ho Motel to be checked for November 2, 1971, for room 378, and developed the following information.
RICHARD MC COY, 360 South 200 East, Provo, Utah, registered in at 5:22 PM on November 2, 1971, with five in the party. MC COY checked out of the motel on November 3, 1971. MC COY signed the guest registration with the name RICHARD F. MC COY, JR.
MC COY checked out of the motel on November 3, 1971. MC COY signed the guest registration with the name RICHARD F. MC COY, JR. There is no automobile indicated on the guest · registration card. A review of the folio under number 186797 reflects that no outgoing telephone calls were made from room 378 during the period it was occupied by the MC COY party.
It is noted that both the registration card and the folio are numbered the same, that is 186797.
will retain the original guest registration card and folio until so advised they are no longer needed by the FBI.
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File #
LV 164-60
by. SA
FEC
Date dictated 4/13/72 b6
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DB Cooper-9412
28SU 164-24
INTERVIEWS OF
OF SUSPECT; OF SUSPECT;
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DB Cooper-9413
29SU 164-24
On April 12, 1972, of RICHARD FLOYD MC COY JR. . advised Special Agent Provo, Utah, that
she had been contacted by MC COY's attorneys and was advised not to
advised Special Agent Provo, Utah, that
she had been contacted by MC COY's attorneys and was advised not to furnish any additional information concerning the hijacking for which MC COY was charged.
advised she recalled MC COY was at home during Thanksgiving, 1971, and she specifically recalled that he helped prepare dinner, stating that to her knowledge they had dinner about 2:00 p.m. . which dinner was attended by and a guest who was a graduate student that MC COY had invited. She could not recall the name of the graduate student but recalled he was a acquaintance MC COY had met while attending a law enforce- ment course and was from Thailand, and she believed this individual has returned to Thailand.
advised to her recollection MC COY was at home in Provo, Utah, and attended Brigham Young University the day before Thanksgiving, but she could not specifically recall this for a fact. She stated to her knowledge MC COY did not make any trips away from Provo either immediately before or after Thanksgiving.
She stated to her knowledge MC COY did not make any trips away from Provo either immediately before or after Thanksgiving.
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DB Cooper-9414
30 FD-302-(REV. 11/27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription.
7/6/72
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Canton, Ohio. stated that she came to Salt Lake City to testify in the hijacking case of RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., and had brought her attorney, 
with her because she felt that MC COY might try to lie about her at the trial. stated that she moved into the MC COY residence in January, 1972, and prior to that period had attended Ricks College in Rexburg, Idaho. She stated that she had entered the Fall term at Ricks College, and had only been in the MC COY residence in Provo, Utah, only a couple of times prior to her moving there in January.
She said that on either Tuesday or Wednesday proceeding Thanksgiving Day, 1971, she came to Provo, Utah, and cannot recall at the time if RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR .
She said that on either Tuesday or Wednesday proceeding Thanksgiving Day, 1971, she came to Provo, Utah, and cannot recall at the time if RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR .. were at the residence or if She stated she thinks that MC COY and were at the residence on Thanksgiving Day, and seemed to recall that at the spur of the moment, MC COY and decided to go to Las Vegas, Nevada, and they wanted her to go to Las Vegas with them, but stated she did not have any
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money to spend on gambling. She stated that she cannot recall if RICHARD FLOYD MC COY was at the residence on Wednesday, and said there is no specific incident that she can recall that would place him in the residence on the Wednesday prior to Thanksgiving. She stated she seems to recall that MC COY called the residence to check on sometime in the evening of Thanksgiving, and stated that it seems to her that they had Thanksgiving dinner earlier, possibly 12:30 P.M. or 1:00 P.M., and that shortly thereafter MC COY and left for Las Vegas. She later pointed out that while they had a Thanksgiving dinner,

6/29/72 Interviewed an	Salt Lake City
She later pointed out that while they had a Thanksgiving dinner,

6/29/72 Interviewed an	Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, Utah
164-24 - 143 at File #
SE 164-81
SA by	A :
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DB Cooper-9415
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she cannot recall if this dinner was on Thanksgiving Day itself, or the following Sunday. She stated that she would like to help to exactly place the whereabouts of MC COY at that period of time, but is just unable to recall definitely. stated that she does not recall any tie clasps or ties that MC COY had.
stated that MC COY talked a lot about the Seattle hijacking event, and stated that he had a file of newspaper clippings concerning this hijacking.
stated that MC COY talked a lot about the Seattle hijacking event, and stated that he had a file of newspaper clippings concerning this hijacking. On several occasions he expressed the aninion that he thought it was
stated that she may have written some letters who lives in Canton, Ohio, and may have described in these letters something about Thanksgiving dinner, and who may have been there. She stated that she will make these letters available to her attorney, and would try to make them available to the FBI.
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DB Cooper-9416
32 FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
7/6/72
Northwest
Canton, Ohio, was interviewed at the offices of the U. S. Attorney, Salt Lake City. was exhibited photographs of a dark blue or black tie, and a tie clasp that appears to have a white round center, approximately the size of a dime.
stated that she recalls that RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., had a tie similar to the one depicted in the photograph, and also she recalls that he had a tie clasp similar to the one depicted in the photo- graph.
, had a tie similar to the one depicted in the photograph, and also she recalls that he had a tie clasp similar to the one depicted in the photo- graph. She stated the reason she remembers these two items being worn by MC COY, is the fact that
and she recalls that when he visited her home on one occasion, he bent over a coffee table, and the picture stuck in her mind.
stated that she has some letters that had written to her during the Thanksgiving, 1971, period and she also thinks that she may have some photographs of MC COY in which he is wearing a tie. She stated that she will make these letters and photographs available to her attorney, who in turn
will make them available to the FBI.
Salt Lake City

Interviewed on 6/29/72	Salt Lake
al	City,	Utah	File # 164-24 -14/
15	SE. 164-81
by SA	1 ksa	Date dictated	6/30/72

DB Cooper-9417
This document contains neither recommandations nor conclusions of the FBI.
SA	1 ksa	Date dictated	6/30/72

DB Cooper-9417
This document contains neither recommandations nor conclusions of the FBI. Il Is the property of the FBI and is looned to your agency: i and Its contents ore not lo be distributed outside your agency. 33
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription.
7/7/72
1
made available three photographs each depicting an in- dividual identified by as RICHARD FLOYD
MC COY, JR. was furnished a receipt for these three photographs and on this occasion he advised the photograph with MC COY and depicts MC COY wearing a tie, no tie clasp shown, and. this tie is one previously given to him as a gift.
requested the photographs be re- turned to him upon completion of their usefulness to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
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Interviewed on 2/3/72	q1 Canton, Ohio	File # Cleveland 164-0-48
by SA	:msn	Date dictaled	7/5/72 b6

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on 2/3/72	q1 Canton, Ohio	File # Cleveland 164-0-48
by SA	:msn	Date dictaled	7/5/72 b6

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This document confoins neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-9418
34 SU 164-24
EMPLOYMENT OF
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DB Cooper-9419FD-302 (Rev. ,11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
P. 1
Date of transcription
4/14/72
Utah County Welfare Department, 260 West 300 North, Provo, Utah, advised as follows :
was emploved by that department as from She failed to report for work on She did not have any days off during the above period of employment. Her salary was $560.00 per month.
She applied for the above position on Friday,
and
During the interview, she told that b7C
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Sometime after
was hired, she told
that the above mentioned plans to go to North Carolina had not worked out because of an illness in the family.
She said was to follow her to North Carolina on
Sometime after
was hired, she told
that the above mentioned plans to go to North Carolina had not worked out because of an illness in the family. seems to recall hearing that had gone to North Carolina on a later date.
recalls seeing at about in Provo. spent most of her time during her employment mentioned-above, at American Fork, Utah, at the Utah State Training School; although she was employee of the County Welfare Department. recalls that
believed to be
which had
given her considerable trouble. would apparently have to have ness in was known to
indicated that she The weak-
for several weeks; the exact number not being recalled. On one occasion.
complained to
as
she had done considerable typing on one particular day.
Interviewed on 4/13/72
at Provo, Utah
File #
164-24: 164-36
by SA 1 ksa
Date dictated
4/14/72
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9:00 A.M. , at the above-mentioned welfare office
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-9420
36 

SU	164-24
SU	164-36
P.	2

according to the Welfare Department
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records, was born was reared in Ohio; and graduated from Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, in She appeared to be an intelligent, capable employee, and scored 94 percent on her written test when applying for the job. 94 percent is a very high score on that test.
DB Cooper-9421
37SU 164-24
AIR NATIONAL GUARD RECORDS
38
DB Cooper-9422SU 164-24
On April 17, 1972, United States Army Air National Guard, International Airport, Salt Lake City, Utah, advised National Gurad records indicate no attendance at drills during the period November 20 to December 11, 1971, for RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., Social Security Number 237-66-3779. The records indicate MC COY attended school at Fort Carson, Colorado, February 28 to March 5, 1972, and made a trip to Davis-Mothan Air Force
The records indicate MC COY attended school at Fort Carson, Colorado, February 28 to March 5, 1972, and made a trip to Davis-Mothan Air Force Base, Arizona, to ferry a helicopter to Utah during the period November 2-6, 1971. No other extended travel was noted in the National Guard records for MC COY other than the following flight activity in a helicopter averaging 70 knots speed as indicated below:

November	1, 1971
November	2,	1971
November	3,	1971
November	4,	1971
November	5,	1971
November	19,	1971
November	20,	1971

1 hour training
6 hours standard flight
4.8 hours standard flight
1.8 hours standard flight
1.7 hours training
3.7 hours training
4.7 hours training
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DB Cooper-9423
39SU 164-24
LEG INJURY OF SUSPECT
40
DB Cooper-9424SU 164-24
On April 12, 1972, it was determined from the doctor who
7 hours training
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DB Cooper-9423
39SU 164-24
LEG INJURY OF SUSPECT
40
DB Cooper-9424SU 164-24
On April 12, 1972, it was determined from the doctor who treated MC COY regarding a leg injury that the injury was legitimate and that MC COY's physical education instructor at Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, stated that MC COY was injured at a ski area while skiing and that he saw MC COY fall and, therefore, felt that the injury was legitimate. He stated MC COY did not receive a broken leg but a sprain which required MC COY to weara cast for a period of approximately four days, the injury having occurred on March 21, 1972.
DB Cooper-9425
41SU 164-24
REPAIRS TO SUSPECT'S VEHICLE
42
DB Cooper-9426FD-302 (Rev. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
P. 1
Date of transcription
4/14/72
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400 South University Avenue, Provo, Utah, advised that on April 5, 1972,. RICHARD MC COY had his 1969 green Volkswagen, vehicle identification number 
repaired at the above company. She noted the mileage of the car at the time of this repair to be 61,635.
RICHARD MC COY had his 1969 green Volkswagen, vehicle identification number 
repaired at the above company. She noted the mileage of the car at the time of this repair to be 61,635. The work order was prepared at 8:10 A.M., on that date, and it was noted that an oil filter pipe needed tightening and that the mechanic should check on an oil leak. The repair order reflected that an oil cap gasket was replaced, that a lever on the idle cam was replaced, and that both brake light switches were replaced, as well as a tune-up. The charge included $16.10 for labor; $1.90 for oil and grease; $12.36 for parts; $1.37 for tacks, making a total of $31.73.
The bill was paid by a Master Charge card of MC COY, number 53295 01 46 2886 3 03173, which amount was charged to the Chevron Oil Company inasmuch as Chuck Peterson Motor runs all their charges through Chevron Oil Company. Repairs have also been made by Chuck Peterson Motor on the above- mentioned car on previous occasions.
On November 25, 1970, a muffler was replaced on the car. The mileage at this time was 42,103.
Repairs made on June 23, 1971, for minor repairs were made, and a window crank installed.
The mileage at this time was 42,103.
Repairs made on June 23, 1971, for minor repairs were made, and a window crank installed. ' The mileage at this time was 51,004.
On Sept ber 10, 1971, the front wheels were balanced. On this occasion e mileage was noted to be 53,740.
On October 29, 1971, the car heater was repaired, and two hooks for holding seat belts when not in use were replaced. The mileage was noted to be 55,320 on this occasion.
On November 30, 1971, the motor was tuned up, carburetor was repaired, oil leaks and right window defroster were repaired, and the front end was aligned. The mileage was noted to be 57,042.

Interviewed on	4/13/72 at	Provo, Utah File #	Salt Lake City 164-24; 164-36
by SA	/ ksa Date dictated	4/13/72

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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-9427
43SU 164-24 SU 164-36 P. 2
On March 13, 1972, the clutch on the car was repaired, the brakes adjusted, the headlights were adjusted, and the windshield wiper blades were replaced. The mileage was noted to be 60,668.
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DB Cooper-9428 .SU 164-24
ACQUAINTANCES OF SUSPECT MC COY
45
DB Cooper-9429SU 164-24
On April 18. 1972. Special Agent
interviewed Salt Lake City, Utah, who advised that RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. likes to wear conservative solid-colored clip-on ties similar to the tie recovered after the hijacking of a Northwest plane on November 24, 1971. stated he had been out socially with MC COY and recalled that at a movie one night MC COY wore a clip-on tie and removed the tie when he sat down to watch the movie. was shown a photograph of the tie clasp recovered in the above described investiga- tion and he stated the clasp looks similar, but he could not say for sure if MC COY had one exactly like it.
was shown a photograph of the tie clasp recovered in the above described investiga- tion and he stated the clasp looks similar, but he could not say for sure if MC COY had one exactly like it. He said it is the type of tie clasp that MC COY would wear.
separately and had similar comments to ing the tie and tie clasp.
stated MC COY made his first free-fall parachute jump in October, 1971, while on a flight with He stated MC COY has made numerous military-type jumps and immediately following his first free-fall jump he began practicing jumps with the Alta Parachute Club in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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DB Cooper-9430
46SU 164-24 SE 164-81 AEL:nsb 1
The following investigation was conducted by Special on August 4, 1972, at Provo, Utah:
Agent
Law Enforcement Department, Brigham Young University, advised that according to her records there was only one student from Thailand that attended law enforcement classes with RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., and his name was She advised that according to her records he Provo, Utah.
resided at
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DB Cooper-9431
47FD-302 (REV.
, and his name was She advised that according to her records he Provo, Utah.
resided at
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DB Cooper-9431
47FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription
8/15/72
advised that he was a student at Brigham Young University working on his masters degree. He stated he remembers RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. and recalled he was at his residence on Thanks- giving Day, 1971. He stated he met MC COY in a law enforcement class,
He stated MC COY had told him that he had been in Southeast Asia in the military and that he planned to return there after his graduation.
He stated MC COY invited him to his home on Thanksgiving, but he did not remember anything that was said by MC COY or any of the other guests. He stated he spent most of his time playing with having arrived at the MC COY residence about 10:00 a.m. , and MC COY was there.

Interviewed on, 8/11/72	Provo, Utah	File # SU 164-24
SE 164-81
SA by	1 nsb	8/14/72 Date dictated

This document contains
Interviewed on, 8/11/72	Provo, Utah	File # SU 164-24
SE 164-81
SA by	1 nsb	8/14/72 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 ond ils contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-9432
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription
8/15/72
advised
telephone for the MC COY family. She
stated she could not remember if for them on Thanksgiving Day, 1971. She stated at the time, and she could not remember the exact dates. She stated all of was done in the MC COY home, and it was never
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RICHARD MC COY went to Salt
She further advised that she was never around them when they conversed with one another.

Interviewed on 8/11/72 Provo, Utah	File # SU 1.
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RICHARD MC COY went to Salt
She further advised that she was never around them when they conversed with one another.

Interviewed on 8/11/72 Provo, Utah	File # SU 1.64-24
SE 164-81
by SA / nsb	Date dictated 8/14/72

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DB Cooper-9433
49FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
P. 1
Date of transcription.
8/24/72
furnished the following information:
Provo, Utah,
She advised she is
and remembers that for the RICHARD MC COY family on Thanksgiving Day of 1971. She stated that She was
on this date and that
was picked up by one of the MC COY family at approxi- mately 4:00 PM that day.
stated that the MC COYs called her prior
to their picking up and stated they needed
because they were flying to Las Vegas, Nevada with some friends that evening. She stated she did not know the name of the friends and does not know the time they left for Las Vegas, nor does she
She stated she did not know the name of the friends and does not know the time they left for Las Vegas, nor does she remember the time they returned; however, it was late in the night when returned home and she would estimate

Interviewed on 8/24/72	af Provo, Utah	File #	SU 164-24
by SA	cj Date dictated	8/24/72

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FINGERPRINT AND HANDWRITING EVIDENCE
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DB Cooper-9435SU 164-24
By communication dated April 27, 1972, the Identification Division of the FBI advised "latent prints previously reported this case not identical major case prints RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, FBI Number 919 406 J2."
By communication dated April 27, 1972, the FBI Laboratory advised as follows :
"Q42 Carbon copy and two carbons of BankAmericard invoice for account #4763 160
"
By communication dated April 27, 1972, the FBI Laboratory advised as follows :
"Q42 Carbon copy and two carbons of BankAmericard invoice for account #4763 160 217 773 in the name of Richard F. McCoy, Jr., bearing dates 11/25/71 and 11/26/71
"Result of examination:
"It was concluded that the Richard F. McCoy, Jr. signature on Q42 was prepared by RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., whose known signatures appear on Kl in the case 'RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR .; United Airlines Flight 855 Denver, Colorado, to Los Angeles, California, 4/7/72; CAA - Hijacking.
"Q42 was photographed and is herewith."
UNKNOWN SUBJECT SHOULD BE CONSIDED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-9436
51*FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 8/25/72
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, NEW YORK (164-627) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJACK: aka
(00: SE)
F
ReLRtel, dated 8/3/72.
Overseas National Airways, JFK International Airport. Jamaica. NY. advised 8/22/72 that for ONA.
further advised that departed JFK on 11/23/71 for Shannon, Ireland as on an ONA Flight, then traveled from Shannon to Nicosia also via ONA.
further advised that departed JFK on 11/23/71 for Shannon, Ireland as on an ONA Flight, then traveled from Shannon to Nicosia also via ONA. On 11/24/71, traveled via another commercial airline from Nicosia to Athens and then to Rome. also
advised that on 11/24/71, traveled from Rome to JFK via another commercial airline.
advised that the addresses for as listed in the records of ONA are Oklahoma
and Oklahoma 2-Seattle 2-Little Rock (164-22) 2-Oklahoma City (INFO) 1-New York
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Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
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Date:
8/26/72
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TO:
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FROM :
CSAC, BUTTE (164-26) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
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Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of taken 8/25/72, at Montana.
Kalispell,
Montana, advised that he was at the residence of Montana, the day prior, the day of
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Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of taken 8/25/72, at Montana.
Kalispell,
Montana, advised that he was at the residence of Montana, the day prior, the day of Thanks- giving and the day after.
He consented to being photographs at Kalispell PD.
is described as follows:
Date of Birth Place of Birth Height Weight Hair Eyes risk
5IT 175# Blond, curly Blue 2/- Seattle (AM) (Enc. 1) 2 - Butte JFB/imw (4)
GET DRSCRIPTIE Si LIMINA,
64-81-3843
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZEO FILED
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Approved: Sent M Per DB Cooper-9438
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 197D O - 402-735
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: Seattle
INCLUDE copy of : 1.4426.6 DATE: 8/30/72 1/7 / THIS
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Reference memo of SA telephone conversation between SA
dated 7/25/72; b6 and b7C SA 8/22/72.
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On August 22, 1972, Washington, advised that she is stated that
works in Bellingham and is normally away from his home from early morning until in the evening.
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On August 22, 1972, Washington, advised that she is stated that
works in Bellingham and is normally away from his home from early morning until in the evening.
A note for asking him to contact the Bellingham Resident Agency in order that a composite drawing of the suspect in subject matter might be displayed.
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LEADS
SEATTLE At Bellingham, Washington
Upon being contacted by composite drawing and obtain any information he may have in this matter.
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DB Cooper-9439 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
8/25/72
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P)
SUBJECT:^ ^NOR.JAK RE
Suspect interviewed United Airline's Office, San Francisco International Airport, 8/24/72, by Bureau Agent. He recalls having his Thanksgiving dinner, 11/24/72, with
also in attendence
same residence.
produced passport reflecting entrance and returned to United States,
Passport Number
issued San Francisco.
produced passport reflecting entrance and returned to United States,
Passport Number
issued San Francisco. accompanying
furnished similar information re attendence at Thanksgiving dinner. In view of above information, being considered suspect in this case.
no longer
For information of Seattle, by Sheriff's Office for following the interview.
was
Seattle advise interested offices.
2 - Seattle 2 - San Francisco FJC/ckb #C-3 (4) - 3845
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED., 1 ... FILED AUG 3 0 1972 FE !- SEATTLE
Approved:
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Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE : 1969 O - 345-090 (11)
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OPTIONAL, FORM NO. 10 MAY 1062 EDITION GSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/29/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAC 
ATT:SA
On 8/28/72, , Tacoma, Wn., made available copies of letters received from a former client presently incarcerated on BR charges at USP, Leavenworth, HKnasas, for whatever value they may be.
, made available copies of letters received from a former client presently incarcerated on BR charges at USP, Leavenworth, HKnasas, for whatever value they may be.
It is not necessary that these copies be reurned. all copies of letters maintained en 164-81-
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164-81-3846
SEARCHED ............ INDEXED. SERIALIZED GZim. FILED AUG 3 0 1972 FBI -- SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-9441OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1922 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11,6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/31/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE: (INU)
On August 29, 1972, Special Agent advised that he had contacted a
Tacoma. Washington, phone number! advised that Washington, had rented
a property owner in Issaquah, 
(LNU) , a skydiver. suspects (LNU) as being identical with UNSUB in this matter.
area.
according to works for a firm in the Seattle
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according to works for a firm in the Seattle
b6 ৳7C suspects (LNU) of being the skyjacker because he is a "nut," unemployed, and has knowledge of skydiving. described (LNU) as:
Race
White
Sex
Male
American
Nationality Age Height Build Slender but athletic Hair Sandy brown, worn in crewcut
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On August 29, 1972, a check was made of
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in the Seattle area in the Seattle main telephone directory. The results of this check indicated a was located at phone number
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
SELOTUL DIV
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LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION At Seattle, Washington
Will contact
and determine from him identity of (LNU) as well as descriptive information in order to eliminate him as a suspect.
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8/31/72
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE: (LNU)
On August 29, 1972, Special Agent advised that he had contacted a
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DB Cooper-9443SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
8/31/72
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE: (LNU)
On August 29, 1972, Special Agent advised that he had contacted a
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Tacoma. Washington, phone number advised that a property owner in Issaquah, (LNU), a skydiver.
Washington, had rented
suspects (LNU) as being identical with UNSUB in this matter.
according to works for a firm in the Seattle
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area. suspects (LNU) of being the skyjacker because he is a nut," unemployed, and has knowledge of skydiving. described (LNU) as:
Race White
Sex
Nationality Age
Male American
Height
54 7W Slender but athletic
Build Hair Sandy brown, worn in crewcut
On August 29, 1972, a check was made of in the Seattle area in the Seattle main telephone directory. the results of this check indicated a was located at phone number
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT:
NOR JAK
Re memo of SC
dated 7/7/72.
6 UNITED STATES GU ERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT:
NOR JAK
Re memo of SC
dated 7/7/72.
On July 17, 1972, Seattle, was contacted at his residence. stated that the composite drawing of the hijacker in this case was found by himself at the Boeing Plant where
he worked.
stated that a friend of his,
,
who he has not seen for about four years, from what he remembers, held a strong likeness to the composite. could recall only sketchy background information regarding but he did provide two photographs of which he requested be returned. This background information included the following :
Two periods of service in the U. S. Army, he could not recall dates; Attendance at the University of Washington in the early and late 50's;
of which was to He believes that present address is Grass Valley, California;
the A six-month employment at Boeing, during 1956, in
A licensed realtor in the early 60's in the state of Washington.
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DATE: August 14, 1972SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NOR JAK
August 14, 1972
Re memo of SC
dated 7/7/72.
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could recall only sketchy background information regarding but he did provide two photographs of which he requested be returned. This background information included the following:
Two periods of service in the U. S. Army, he could not recall dates;
Attendance at the University of Washington in the early and late 50's;
of which was to He believes that present address is Grass Valley, California;
A six-month employment
could not recall dates;
Attendance at the University of Washington in the early and late 50's;
of which was to He believes that present address is Grass Valley, California;
A six-month employment at Booing, during 1956, in
the
A licensed realtor in the early 60's in the state of Washington.
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DB Cooper-9447OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1902 EDITION ₡ GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-$1.8 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
DATE: 9/1/72 Sie C :42W
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RE: SUB B - (NEWSPAPER CLIPPINGS) filed in Sub B SUB W - WITHOUT ENCLOSURE
Enclosed to this memo is a copy of a story that appeared in the June issue of Mobster Times entitled, "Skyjacking: The Plane Story of D. B. Cooper." It is noted much of the infor- mation contained in the article is erroneous but two statements were of interest and there are quoted for information purposes as follows: "He had chosen a 727 because the 727 is the only kind of commercial jet from
mation contained in the article is erroneous but two statements were of interest and there are quoted for information purposes as follows: "He had chosen a 727 because the 727 is the only kind of commercial jet from which it is safe to parachute." "He who steals a plane and $200,000 and leaps out into the night sky is a hero."
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TO: SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE RE:
Enclosed for Las Vegas and Los Angeles Divisions is one copy of San Francisco airtel to Seattle dated 8/25/72.
In view of the information contained in the enclosed airtel is oliminated as a suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Las Vegas (Encl. 1) 1 - Los Angeles (INFO) (164-497) (Enc. 1) 2 - Seattle RTI/rse RUN(5)
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DB Cooper-9449
164-81-38509/1/72
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AIR MAIL
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TO:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT :
HORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE: SUSPECT
Re Butte airtel to Seattle, 8/26/72.
1) 2 - Seattle RTI/rse RUN(5)
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DB Cooper-9449
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TO:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT :
HORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
RE: SUSPECT
Re Butte airtel to Seattle, 8/26/72.
claims to have been at the residence of Montana, the day prior to Thanksgiving, 1971,
LEADS
BUTTE At Montana
Contact and determine if she can verify the above.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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164-81-3851FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
0/2
FBI
Date: 9/1/72
Transmit the following in
Via
TELETYPE
(Type in plaintext or code) NITEL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, INDIANAPOLIS (164-62)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
RE SEATTLE TELETYPE TO ACTING DIRECTOR, AUGUST TWENTYFIVE, SEVENTYTWO, AND INDIANAPOLIS NITEL TO SEATTLE, AUGUST TWENTYEIGHT, SEVENTYTWO.
DISCONTINUE RE
ALSO KNOWN AS ELIMINATED AS SUSPECT
BECAUSE OF AGE (DOB
LOCATION ON NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE-HOLIDAY INN, TAMPA, FLORIDA, AND WITNESS SEATTLE, STATED AFTER
VIEWING PHOTOGRAPH HE WAS NOT IDENTICAL WITH UNSUB. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
AGE (DOB
LOCATION ON NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR, SEVENTYONE-HOLIDAY INN, TAMPA, FLORIDA, AND WITNESS SEATTLE, STATED AFTER
VIEWING PHOTOGRAPH HE WAS NOT IDENTICAL WITH UNSUB. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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ANN
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TO:	SAC, NEW YORK	(164-627)
 FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

RE:
Enclosed for New York is one copy of an investigative insert reflecting investigation by Seattle Division on August 22, 1972. is being considered a suspect in this case because of his background, which includes parachute training, his age, and his life style. height, 5'7", is four inches shorter than Unsub's reported height; however, a witness in Seattle recalled as approximately 5'10", based on physical appearance.
LEAD
NEW YORK
AT POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK
Will contact suspect's whose addresses are listed in the enclosed insert, and obtain if pos-
LEAD
NEW YORK
AT POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK
Will contact suspect's whose addresses are listed in the enclosed insert, and obtain if pos- sible a photograph of as well as his present whereabouts and his whereabouts on November 24, 1971.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - New York (Enc. 1) 3 - Seattle RNN: jgm
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AIRMAIL

TO:	SAC, NEW YORK	(164-627)
FROM:	SAC,	SEATTLE	(164-81)

SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE:
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Enclosed for New York is one copy of an investigativo insert reflecting investigation by Seattle Division on August 22, 1972.
is being considered a suspect in this case because of his background, which includes parachute training, his age, and his life style. height, 5'7", is four inches shorter than Unsub's reported height; however, a witness in Seattle recalled as approximately 5'10", based on physical appearance.
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LEAD
NEW YORK
AT POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK
Will contact suspect's whose addresses are listed in the enclosed
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LEAD
NEW YORK
AT POUGHKEEPSIE, NEW YORK
Will contact suspect's whose addresses are listed in the enclosed insert, and obtain if pos- sible a photograph of as well as his present whereabouts and his whereabouts on November 24, 1971.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9453
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TO:	SAC, PORTLAND	(164-41)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)

SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE:
SOURCES
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, dated 8/23/72.
does not smoke cigarettes and his appearance on Thanksgiving Day last year did not indicate he had been in an accident or was bruised in any way. Subject's provided description which was dissimilar to unsubs physical description. In view of this, it does not appear that further investigation concerning is warranted at
this time.
On May 17, 1972, advised he has no idea who unsub in this matter is and further that he cannot recall ever knowing anyone by the name of
Referenced airtel advised
On May 17, 1972, advised he has no idea who unsub in this matter is and further that he cannot recall ever knowing anyone by the name of
Referenced airtel advised currently working in Adak, Alaska, and will be inaccessible until December, 1972. In view of this and the above information, no further investigation is being conducted to locate
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Portland 3 - Seattle RNN: jgm
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DB Cooper-9454
164-81-3854
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TO:	SAC,	PORTLAND	(164-41)
FROM :	SAC,	SEATTLE	(164-81)

SUBJECT: NOR JAK
00: SEATTLE
RE:
SOURCES
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, dated 8/23/72.
does not smoke cigarettes and his appearance on Thanksgiving Day last year did not indicate he had been in an accident or was bruised in any way. Subject's provided description which was dissimilar to unsubs physical description. In view of this, it does not appear that further investigation concerning this time.
Subject's provided description which was dissimilar to unsubs physical description. In view of this, it does not appear that further investigation concerning this time.
is warranted at
On May 17, 1972, advised he has no idea who unsub in this matter is and further that he cannot recall ever knowing anyone by the name of
Referenced airtel advised currently working in Adak, Alaska, and will be inaccessible until December, 1972. In view of this and the above information, no further investigation is being conducted to locate
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-9455
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 9/1/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE:
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her residence. She advised that approximately two weeks ago while she had the occasion to knock on the door of a house located on the corner of
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