Los Angeles,
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An analysis of telephone calls made from the room occupied by disclosed a call on 2/22/72 to telephone number
closed that number is listed to Further inquiry dis -.. '
Seabeck, Washington. 4
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
4/28/72
The records of contain the following
information : 1
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Interviewed on
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at
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This document contains nelther recommendations nor conclusions of the F81. It Is tho proporty of the FBI ond is loaned to your ogency: It and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agancy.
DB Cooper-2433SE 164-81
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The above information can be obtained for use in a court of law only through the issuance of a subpoena duces tecum directed to
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At Seattle, Washington
A review of the telephone bill of MY2-6864, disclosed the following significant calls :
On 2/1/72, night call placed to Los Angeles,
California, at 12:04 A.M., cost 45¢.
At Seattle, Washington
A review of the telephone bill of MY2-6864, disclosed the following significant calls :
On 2/1/72, night call placed to Los Angeles,
California, at 12:04 A.M., cost 45¢. This is the telephone number of Los Angeles, California.
On 2/1/72, an evening call placed to
at 9:48 P.M., at a cost of 70¢.
Subscriber to this telephone is of the above address.
On 2/1/72, evening call placed to Los Angeles, California, at 9:50 P.M., at a cost of $12.90. The subscriber of this number is Los Angeles, California.
On 2/13/72, an evening call placed to at 7:36 P.M., cost 30¢. The subscriber to this number is the Swept Wing Inn at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) , Seattle, Washington.
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On April 22, 1972, the Seattle Division of the FBI requested the subscribers to the following telephone numbers, which were called from telephone number MY 2-6864 listed to Silverdale, Washington, be . . b6
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West Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Santa Monica Santa Monica Santa Monica
AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
On April 22, 1972, a
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West Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Santa Monica Santa Monica Santa Monica
AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
On April 22, 1972, a review of appropriate telephone directories in the Los Angeles area revealed as follows:
Telephone number
was listed to
West Los Angeles, California.
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Telephone number
was listed to
West Los Angeles, California.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date
4/28/72
The following information was obtained from the
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California.
This information can only be obtained by issuance of a subpoena duces tecum directed to the
California ..
California.
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California File #
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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-24340
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DB Cooper-24341
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
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also known as
was interviewed at his residence. He wasadvised of the identities of the interviewing Agents and was asked if he was acquainted with a He: advised that: he is acquainted with a He stated that he observed in a Seattle newspaperan advertise- ment run in the Personals Column asking that D. B. COOPER contact a telephone number in the Los Angeles area. He stated that based on this advertisement, he ran an advertise- ment of his own in the "Bremerton Sun" in late December, 1971 or early January, 1972. His advertisement was a promotion- al advertisement for
also known as
The advertisement read, "D. B. COOPER, have Will defer downpayment "and gave his telephone number. Based on this advertisement, he received a number of telephone calls, many of which were crank calls and he did
based on the advert- isement. Hle stated that he also received one telephone call at approximately 1:00 a.
he received a number of telephone calls, many of which were crank calls and he did
based on the advert- isement. Hle stated that he also received one telephone call at approximately 1:00 a.m. and he felt that this call came from the hijacker. His reason for feeling that this caller . was the hijacker was partially the time of day that the call came and also because he did not hear any background noise in the call which would indicate that it came from a tavern and was a crank call. In addition to this, he recognized the voice of the caller as a man whom he had known and with whom he had done business in the past. He did not identify himself to the caller and does not know whether the caller recognized his voice.
He stated that the caller began his conversation by stating, "I think we have something to talk about," and feeling that this person was probably the hijacker, he suggested that the individual call him back at another time in the morning and they would set up an appointment to get together and discuss the matter. He never received a return telephone call from this individual, and although he has had conversations with this individual concerning ' other business
He never received a return telephone call from this individual, and although he has had conversations with this individual concerning ' other business since the time he received this call he has not discussed the hijacking with him.
Interviewed on 4/22/72 at Seabeck, Washington File # SE 164-81
SA
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Date dictated
4/26/72
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This document contoins neither recommendations nor conclusions of The FBI, It is the property of the FS1 and Is loaned to your ogency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24342
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He felt that this person could possibly be the hijacker because he felt he had the necessary background to commit the hijacking. He stated he felt the hijacker. . was a former Boeing employee, probably an engineer, who had military and flying experience. He stated he felt the hijacker had probably been fired from The Boeing Company, and was a paranoid individual who was mad at The Boeing Company and possibly Northwest Airlines; however, "he stated that he felt the individual would be considered to be of good stand- ing in his community.
paranoid individual who was mad at The Boeing Company and possibly Northwest Airlines; however, "he stated that he felt the individual would be considered to be of good stand- ing in his community.
After receiving this telephone call and feeling he had had contact with the hijacker, he discussed the matter with for the "Bremerton Sun". He
stated that had written some articles unfavorable
concerning a
and he thought that perhaps if he sold this story to , he might get some good publicity concerning In addition to contacting he went to the library and reviewed old newspapers to find the telephone number which he had seen in the Los Angeles area for COOPER to call. He found this number and called and came in contact with
He discussed the call he had received and the reasons he felt the person who had contacted him was the hijacker with over an extended period of time and incurred a $12 bill for this telephone call. He believes it was approximately the middle of February, 1972, that he contacted at Los Angeles.
After having contacted he was going to California in connection with attempting to sell a coin changer device which had been developed by a company in which and on this trip
After having contacted he was going to California in connection with attempting to sell a coin changer device which had been developed by a company in which and on this trip he contacted in Los Angeles and discussed his information concerning the hijacking. He does not recall the exact date of this trip but thinks it was around February 20, 1972.
He stated that sometime in late February, 1972, contacted him and told him that he was coming to Seattle and would call him while he was in Seattle. He subsequently received a telephone call from who - told him that he was at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle, and one day, he believes on a Friday, in late February, he and his wife, traveled to Seattle and met at the Edgewater Inn. They discussed his information concerning
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the hijacking, ate lunch, and during the afternoon drove around Seattle going to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to see where the hijacking had taken place and also looking at antiques in which was interested. He stated that he does not know the purpose of trip to Seattle but believes came to Seattle for the purpose
He stated that he does not know the purpose of trip to Seattle but believes came to Seattle for the purpose of purchas- ing antiques.
stated he did not introduce anyone to claiming that this person was the hijacker.
was asked the identity of the person who had called him in the middle of the night and who he felt was the hijacker and he declined to furnish this information stating that he felt that this individual would contact him concern- ing the $200,000, and at this time, he would be
able to and then turn the hijacker in to the FBI ... He stated that he felt that there was no way of solving the hijacking unless the $200,000 was recovered and he did not feel the FBI would recover the $200,000 by digging up the hijacker's back yard but he felt he could acquire the money as he is involved in the
and he felt the hijacker would come to him to He stated that his type of and the approp-
riate season for this type of is between June and August; and therefore, he does not feel that it is unusual that the hijacker had not come to him prior to this time to
He further stated that he felt that he
for this type of is between June and August; and therefore, he does not feel that it is unusual that the hijacker had not come to him prior to this time to
He further stated that he felt that he could deposit the money in his bank as the teller at his bank does not check the serial numbers of $20 bills and it would be easier to put the bills into circulation and more difficult to trace them if they were put into circulation in a lump sum through his bank than if they were put into circulation in smaller deposits through another bank.
stated that in addition to being involved in
in Bremerton.
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- 61 - :unselected4 SE 164-81 stated that he believes that while was in Seattle at the Edgewater Inn, he was by himself and did not have anyone else with him at the time. He stated that the names of are not familiar to him and he did not meet these people with
in Seattle. stated he did not and had no further contact with him after trip to Seattle inasmuch as about this time, there was consider- able publicity concerning the CLIFFORD IRVING-HOWARD HUGHES autobiography hoax and he did not want to become
stated he did not and had no further contact with him after trip to Seattle inasmuch as about this time, there was consider- able publicity concerning the CLIFFORD IRVING-HOWARD HUGHES autobiography hoax and he did not want to become involved in a hoax of this type. asked if he could be involved in a criminal violation if he did not furnish information which he had concerning the hijacking and was advised that if he had information concerning the hijacking and did not furnish it, he could be charged with misprison of a felony Or possibly charged as an accessory after the fact. was also advised that inasmuch as it appeared he had information concerning the hijacking which was a Federal violation, he could be subpoenaed before a Federal Grand Jury concerning this information. He stated that he had no desire to get involved in a criminal matter or to be subpoenaed before a Federal Grand Jury inasmuch as he anticipates running for and he feels that this would be detrimental to his political aspira- tions. He stated that if he were subpoenaed, he would have his attorney fight the subpoena as long as he could.
He stated that if he were subpoenaed, he would have his attorney fight the subpoena as long as he could. advised that he desired to discuss furnishing of the informa- tion which he had with his attorney, and following discussing this with his attorney on Monday April 24, 1972, he would contact the FBI concerning furnishing the information.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
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4/28/72
was contacted in the vicinity . He was advised
b6 b7C of his that the interviewing Agents were desirous of obtaining the name of the person whom he had introduced to as the hijacker, and that if he did not furnish this informa- tion, he could expect a subpoena to the Federal Grand Jury. He advised that prior to furnishing this information he desired to talk with his attorney who he believed to be at a golf tournament at the Kitsap County Country Club. He stated that he would contact his attorney and advise the Agents of his decision concerning furnishing the information if they would contact him at 4:00 p.
He stated that he would contact his attorney and advise the Agents of his decision concerning furnishing the information if they would contact him at 4:00 p.m. at Perl's Dance Hall in Bremerton.
Interviewed on
4/22/72
at
Holly, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SA
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JSD : md
Date dictolod
4/26/72
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This document contains nelthor recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and Is looned to your agency; it and Its contents ore not to be distributed ouistde your agency.
DB Cooper-24346FD-302 {REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Doto of transcription, 4/28/72
was contacted. at Perl's Dance Hall at Bremerton, Washington. He stated that he had been unable to contact his attorney inasmuch as he had left: Bremerton and he thought he had gone to California. He stated that he would furnish all the information he had concerning the hijacking if the FBI would promise that he would receive any rewards to be paid in connection with the solution of the hijacking and also if he were granted immunity from prosecution for any violations in which he might be involved.
he had concerning the hijacking if the FBI would promise that he would receive any rewards to be paid in connection with the solution of the hijacking and also if he were granted immunity from prosecution for any violations in which he might be involved. He was advised that if he furnished information which entitled him to rewards, the rewards would be made available to him; however, concerning immunity, he was advised that the FBI does not have authority to grant any immunity from prosecution. He stated that in view of the lack of a grant of immunity, he did not feel that he desired to furnish any additional information. He did, however, during the conversation state that while he was with in Seattle, they met who is a
real estate in the Bremerton area and he introduced He stated that he did not indicate
was the hijacker and he did not introduce to anyone else.
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SA
by SA
JSD : md
Data dictated 4/26/72
.
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the Fel. It Is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency; Il ond its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
It Is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency; Il ond its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24347
b6 b7FD-302 [REV. 11-27-70]
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato of transcription
4/28/72
Seabeck,
Washington, was interviewed at his residence, the He was advised of the identity of, the interviewing, agents and was advised that the interview related to the hijacking of a Northwest Orient Airlines plane. He stated that in approximately mid-January, he ran an ad in the Bremerton. Washington newspaper which read
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-Ile ran this ad
i
after having seen an ad in the Seattle paper requesting D.B. COOPER to contact a telephone number in the Los Angeles area. He later learned that this ad was placed in the Seattle paper by He stated he received many telephone calls, many of which were crank calls and made because of his ad. He also received one telephone call which he placed some weight on, because it was received at approximately 1:00 a.m. He said the call did not last over 20 seconds; however, he recognized the voice as the voice of someone known to him and with whom
He said the call did not last over 20 seconds; however, he recognized the voice as the voice of someone known to him and with whom he had previously talked on the telephone. He told this individual to call him in the morning and arrange for a meeting; however, the person never returned the call. He stated;however, that this individual was the hijacker.
After he had received no return call, he discussed the matter with for the Bremerton "Sun",
After this, sometime approximately in late February, he called in Los Angeles, at the telephone
number which had been in newspaper ad. He talked on this occasion for approximately two hours, and incurred a telephone bill of $12. He told about the call he had received but did not tell him the identity of the caller.
A short time after this, he went to San Francisco, California, in connection with attempting to sell a coin collecting device which was to be manufactured by a company in which In San Francisco, he met with a man named last name unknown, who was with the San Francisco Municipal Railway, and con- ferred with him for about four hours.
attempting to sell a coin collecting device which was to be manufactured by a company in which In San Francisco, he met with a man named last name unknown, who was with the San Francisco Municipal Railway, and con- ferred with him for about four hours.
:
Interviewed on 1/22/72 ol Seabeek, Washington File #
by SA SA
JSD/nlg Dolo dictated
4/28/72 b6 b7C
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This document contains nellbor recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI, It is the property of the FBI and Is laoned to your agency; It and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24348
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b6 b7He stated that in connection with in this enterprise is however, he stated is not aware of his, interest concerning COOPER, the hijacker.
Following his meeting in San Francisco, he travelled to Los Angeles, where he stayed overnight at the International Hotel. The following day, which was a Thursday, approxi- mately February 20, 1972, he had lunch with and told him more about his contact and his belief that the person contacting him was the hijacker. At this time, offered to pay him the hi-
of
jacker, and he refused this offer, stating that he wanted plus reward which was to be paid by the airlines.
At this time, offered to pay him the hi-
of
jacker, and he refused this offer, stating that he wanted plus reward which was to be paid by the airlines. The was to be in three payments time each. The first payment was to be made at the the hijacker, the the hijacker and the These payments were to
second at the time third when be made by certified check and he and the bank together to cash the checks.
were to go to
Following this meeting in Los Angeles, he returned home ande a short time later, during the latter part of February, he received a telephone call from who stated that he was in Seattle. He received the call one evening and the next morning, which he recalls was a
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Friday, he went to Seattle and met at the Edgewater
Inn. They met in the lobby of the Edgewater Inn and had lunch at this establishment. While eating lunch, they met for Spot Realty, and he intro- duced Following this, they returned to room and discussed why he thought his man was the hijacker. Following this discussion, they went to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to see where the hijacking had taken place and went looking at antiques in Seattle.
Following this discussion, they went to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to see where the hijacking had taken place and went looking at antiques in Seattle.
Concerning the reasons he felt his man was the
hijacker, stated that his suspect had flying experience in the military according to information he had received from the suspect. The man he suspects was years of age, was familiar with aircraft, had taken jump training in the
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military and was in the auto part business. Concerning the individual he suspected of being the hijacker, it was additionally stated that he had known this individual pre-, viously; however, had lost contact with him since 1967 until December of 1971, when they again came into contact with each other. This individual had been in the auto parts business in Port Angeles, when he, had lived in Port Angeles. He stated that this individual. recently established a business and is in debt over his head, owning two cars and around Christmas time he showed this individual some He stated this individual also has a very distinctive voice, which he
established a business and is in debt over his head, owning two cars and around Christmas time he showed this individual some He stated this individual also has a very distinctive voice, which he recognized on the telephone when he received the call.
stated that he told
what he felt would have had to have been done to successfully commit the hijacking; however, he and could not agree on a They discussed various matters, in- cluding information concerning his background and questioned him concerning what he would consider to be a perfect day.
with
Following this, he and his wife went to dinner at the Windjammer in Seattle. When they left that evening, it was agreed that would recontact
him when he was able to rais the
he called Approximately a week after this meeting, either called him, he does not remember which. and they discussed the matter once more; however, had not been able to raise the necessary funds. At this time, told him he was still attempting to raise COOPER.
the money and told him
was asked if this individual was with Northwest Auto Parts in Seattle, and he stated that he was and his name was was shown a photograph of an unknown individual wearing a black and
money and told him
was asked if this individual was with Northwest Auto Parts in Seattle, and he stated that he was and his name was was shown a photograph of an unknown individual wearing a black and white hat and sunglasses and after.viewing the photograph, stated that it could possibly be a photograph of He stated
that in conversations with they had casually dis- cussed the hijacking and it had been mentioned that the . $200,000 would be enough to live on for the rest of one's life. He described as a white male, years of age, approximately 5' 9" to 5' 10" tall.
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as
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Name Date of Birth Place of Birth Height Weight Eyes Hair
5 10" 180 pounds . Hazel
Education
Wears a beard, which he has had for approximately one year Attended University of Washington and Olympic College. Took however
didnnot graduate as he was hours short
Wife Children Employment
Automobiles
Bremerton, Washington Pinto, yellow in color Ford pickup truck Toranado, which is presently in the shop for repair None
Military
Took however
didnnot graduate as he was hours short
Wife Children Employment
Automobiles
Bremerton, Washington Pinto, yellow in color Ford pickup truck Toranado, which is presently in the shop for repair None
Military service Flying Experience
Has a student ticket, has approximately hours in rotary wing aircraft and also some time in fixed wing aircraft.
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also known as was reinterviewed at his residence located at Seabeck, Washington, by Special . Agents
was informed that
was interviewed at length on the night of April 22 and that the story he tells is at variance and has several inconsistencies with story.
admitted that what states as to
his calling on the telephone at his residence around Christmas, 1971, and inviting he and his family over for a social evening is true. He also states sometime later he also called to pick him up at the ferry dock in Seattle in order for to take him to S. L. Savidge Automobile Company where he was going to obtain a title on a pickup truck and camper and that this story as related by is also correct.
Savidge Automobile Company where he was going to obtain a title on a pickup truck and camper and that this story as related by is also correct. stated on this particular day after he had picked up the title of this pickup and camper he and looked for auto parts which essentially was two fenders for his Toronado which would cost approximately $900 and because this was too expensive, he did not purchase the fenders and the rest of the evening he and spent drinking at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle. was then
informed that according to he had never been in the paratroopers in the U.S. Army and had never had parachute training and had also not been out of the country. Then admitted he might have called late
one night, but denied that he had requested that
of his own. furnish him a as he had
He was then asked even though this was so, did he make a request of to at the Edgewater
Inn. then stated that he had never registered under an assumed name at the Edgewater Inn or anywhere else and that if he had wanted a he would have requested one from the desk of the Edgewater Inn.
then stated that he had never registered under an assumed name at the Edgewater Inn or anywhere else and that if he had wanted a he would have requested one from the desk of the Edgewater Inn. When it was pointed out to that this is exactly what stated he had told to request a from the desk;
Interviewed on
4/23/72
a1 Seabeck, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SA
and CSS: j1b
Date dictated
4/23/72
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DB Cooper-24352
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then explained that if he had made such a call it was because he was "smashed. "
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was then exhibited a photograph of a white male dressed in a sweater and tie with dark sunglasses standing at the corner of 5th and Pacific in Bremerton. Washington, and asked if he knew this individual. upon observing this photograph stated that this picture was not of him and it was not of his father and it was not of his brother.
upon observing this photograph stated that this picture was not of him and it was not of his father and it was not of his brother." He further stated that he did not know this individual and maintained that he did not introduce
to this man in the photograph
or to anyone else and that he did not introduce anyone to the man in this photograph.
then stated the only time he saw was on Friday, during the latter part of February, exact date not recalled and that he was interviewed at length
by for personal background information and after a detailed and lengthy interview they ended up having dinner along with at the Windjammer Restaurant in Seattle. At this point in the interview was interrupted by his wife who momentarily came into the kitchen where the interview was being conducted, and she stated that they saw on a Monday instead of a Friday.
said this may have been so. At this point
was asked
then if had paid him any money whatsoever and
advised that had paid him in cash for
expenses incurred for this story and that this occurred on the day that he and his wife had dinner with
and that he had given
a
whatsoever and
advised that had paid him in cash for
expenses incurred for this story and that this occurred on the day that he and his wife had dinner with
and that he had given
a
for this payment.
then admitted telephoning
a number of times at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle after their interview which was on a Monday, but maintained that he never got in touch with He then explained that if any of the telephone calls he made to the Edgewater Inn on the day
following his interview by were over three minutes in length, it was because he had paged. He further
stated that the reason he called was to see if was going to and if and when he was going to
meet the first down payment of
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then stated he subsequently called again at his home in California and asked him if he thought he had the right guy. According to was enthusiastic and stated he thought had the right guy, but did not know where he was going to get the to pay
then stated he received
through bases on his
[]
theory of the November 24, 1971 airplane hijacking and if that is a federal crime then he is guilty since
had the right guy, but did not know where he was going to get the to pay
then stated he received
through bases on his
[]
theory of the November 24, 1971 airplane hijacking and if that is a federal crime then he is guilty since it grand larceny. He then stated makes
He further stated that he had a lot of work, research and travel all over the country, incurring this expense in regard to this story. He then suggested that the FBI talk to (phonetic) of the "Bremerton Sun" since he also talked to her He reiterated this suggestion several times during the interview and then also suggested that the airplane stewardess be shown the purported picture of the hijacker to determine whether it is actually the individual.
then voluntarily submitted to being photographed only after losing his temper and stated that he was fed up with the entire interview and the the Agents were trespassing and b6 that he could get his gun and shoot them. He was calmed down b7C and subsequently photographed and advised that everyone's story would be checked out thoroughly for accuracy and proof.
The interview was then terminated and at this point advised that he had one brother,
years of age.
The interview was then terminated and at this point advised that he had one brother,
years of age. He works as a parents.
and lives with his
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Seabeck, Washington, was contacted
by SA and SA of the Federal Bureau of Investigation at approximately 8:43 PM, April: : 26, 1972.
opened the door, and SA
asked to speak with stated she did not know if her husband was in or not. - SA told he knew was home, as his truck was parked in a concealed manner behind the house off of the driveway.
Agents then stated, "Alright, " and asked to come into the house. SA
and SA proceeded to the kitchen, and went out in the backyard in the dark and told her husband that the FBI knew he was home and for him to come on inside.
came into the house through the Sliding glass doors of the kitchen and greeted SA and SA in a cordial manner. stated that he got home approximately 20 minutes ago, and that he understood that SA and SA had been looking
stated that he got home approximately 20 minutes ago, and that he understood that SA and SA had been looking for him.
was informed that
had been interviewed, and that we wanted to present him with what they said and in turn obtain his explanation of his side of the story. agreed to do this. 
At this point in the interview, was
advised by SA that because the interview had now reached an accusatory stage since he was possibly involved in something, that he would be advised of his rights and requested to sign a Waiver of Rights Form, after he had read same, which he did.
Seabeck, Washington
Filc #
SE 164-81
SA
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then admitted telephoning late one night in early february, 1972, exact date not
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then admitted telephoning late one night in early february, 1972, exact date not recalled, and telling him, as he had related before, that he had talked to the hijacker and wanted to talk to in detail. He then admitted that he identified himself to
also admitted he made a reservation at the Swept Wing Motel near the SEA-TAC Airport for for February 16, 1972, and that he specified that the room be a groundfloor room. stated he did this
in case the FBI were tailing and he did not want to get "busted."
He stated he told
his -story based on his supposition of the hijacking, as he has related before. denied he introduced the man in the photo- graph wearing the wig or the black and white knit cap or anyone else to on the night of February 16, 1972.
He stated that on this particular night, he gave his business card and told him his name was and not He further stated after their discussion they went across the street and had some- thing to eat.
admitted that subsequently he met at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle, exact date unre- called.
his business card and told him his name was and not He further stated after their discussion they went across the street and had some- thing to eat.
admitted that subsequently he met at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle, exact date unre- called. He stated at first he thought it was a Saturday night, but now believes it probably was a Monday night, possibly February 21, 1972.
He stated he was interviewed by all that day, and no one else was present when he gave background on himself and details based on his suppo- sition of how the hijacking occurred.
He stated he then went to dinner that night with and his wife, and that that night paid him cash for which he signed a for expenses in-
curred
stated the only man he introduced to at the Edgewater Inn was
a real
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estate from Port Orchard, Washington, who he met by coincidence at the Edgewater Inn that night. stated he did not personally see the following day or any other day, and although he telephoned hin at the Edgewater Inn, possibly five times in an attempt to talk to him, he was unsuccessful.
stated he did not personally see the following day or any other day, and although he telephoned hin at the Edgewater Inn, possibly five times in an attempt to talk to him, he was unsuccessful. $
stated that he had told
and of the Bremerton Sun that he had es- corted cameramen around blindfolded, and introduced them to the hijacker, so that they could interview and photo- graph him, just for publicity for his land promotion schema.
He stated that he was trying to get on the hijacker and also on and could not get the Bremerton Sun interested maintained
to
and that they did not this was all untrue, and that he had and that it never occurred.
At this point in the interview, in- terrupted her husband, and stated he had an important telephone call. kept talking until his wife reminded him, and he finally answered the telephone.
was heard to say he had several FBI Agents here at the moment, and that he had better not tell them that or they would possibly arrest him. He further stated he had been avoiding the FBI Agents for the last several days, and that they finally caught up with him.
He further stated he had been avoiding the FBI Agents for the last several days, and that they finally caught up with him.
1
then said his attorney of Bremerton, Washington, is presently in Los Angeles and then intends to go do Las Vegas and will not return to Bremerton until Monday. He stated he will submit to a polygraph test, if his attorney approves.
said he did not give Xerox copies of three $20 bills or any other facsimile, and he did not give three actual $20 bills for observation, and then tako them back. He stated he for which money he received in cash signed a
for expenses incurred. He said this from
was approximately 4"x8" and stated words to the
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effect,
He stated he did not agree to keep any money in trust for the hijacker's defense, as he intended if he re- coived to pocket this money, He stated he did not receive in cash from and did not sign
a
that he received
He further stated he has no knowledge of the man who had his photograph taken in front of the wig shop on Pacific Avenue in Bremerton,
not receive in cash from and did not sign
a
that he received
He further stated he has no knowledge of the man who had his photograph taken in front of the wig shop on Pacific Avenue in Bremerton, Washington, and he further ad- vised that he does not know and that he did not escort them around to meet the hijacker; so that
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Bremerton, Washington, and is also in business
He also
advised that he is in business in with his father.
and that they also do business as a
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stated he figured that if gave that he could produce the hijacker by putting a together worth quarter-million dollars,
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and then dangle it before the hijacker and thereby be able to produce D. B. COOPER.
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Then said he would call a few people, such as and concentrate on unemployed people in Boeing who also had connections with Northwest Airlines. He said he also had close connections with a girl in the of Boeing Aircraft Company, one,
who also appears
who would furnish the identity of unemployed Boeing engineers.
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at 9:30 AN at his office on April 27, 1972, at which time he would give an answer as to whether or not he would sub- mit to a polygraph test, if he could get his attorney's answer on this question.
€ as he escorted the Agents to the door of his house, stated he had talked to of Seven Beavers Lake Country Club, on the evening of April 25, 1972, and told him he recalled where he saw the man in the photograph with the black and white knit cap, and believes it is the same man that came to Seven Beavers Lake Country Club in a green jeep, and that this man was trying to buy a bulldozer.
his own mother, also stated that it was difficult for
to tell the truth and explained her statements by saying that he was sure she believes what she says.
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his own mother, also stated that it was difficult for
to tell the truth and explained her statements by saying that he was sure she believes what she says.
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Date of IronserIplion
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also known as was
recontacted at his office located in the
on in Silverdale, Washington,, at which time he stated he called the office of his attorney, and the secretary answered and told him would not return to Bremerton, Washington until Sunday night late. then stated he would agree to a meeting with SA Monday, May 1, 1972, at 9: 30 a.m., at his office to advise whether or not upon advice of his counsel he would agree to take a polygraph test.
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On 4/21/71 the records of the Kitsap County Credit Bureau, Bremerton, Washington, were
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On 4/21/71 the records of the Kitsap County Credit Bureau, Bremerton, Washington, were caused to be reviewed by SA These records reflect b6 b7C
that a is known to
that bureau and has a current address of Silverdale, Washington, as of 3/20/72. is described
as approximately years of age; Social Security Account
Number and is employed by Silverdale, Washington, and
has telephone number MY2-6864. His wife is listed as The Credit Bureau file reflects that in 9/70, was employed as an for the City of Bremerton, at a month.
Prior to that time he was employed by of Silverdale, Washington. The file reflects the following previous addresses for
Seabeck, Washington;
Bremerton, Washington;
- Flagstaff, Arizona
Port Angeles, Washington;
Bremerton, Washington.
The file reflects that in in connection with a Port Angeles, Washington.
On 4/27/72, the records of the Seattle Credit
Bureau were caused to be reviewed by These records reflect that
wife has been known to that Credit Bureau since 1968.
On 4/27/72, the records of the Seattle Credit
Bureau were caused to be reviewed by These records reflect that
wife has been known to that Credit Bureau since 1968. These records reflect a at which time
he was Washington. As of this time listed his address as
Port Angeles,
Bremerton, Washington. Ilis address
as of 1/72 was listed as Seabeck, Washington and as of 3/72, as Silverdale, Washington.
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His employment as of 1/72, is listed as
As of 3/72 he is listed as a The credit file reflects a report was prepared 3/28/72 and at this time Kitsap County Bank, and Pacific National Bank of Washington, were checked and had no records concerning loans to
On 4/21/72, the records of the Bremerton Police Department were caused to be reviewed by SA
These records reflect that aka
DOB 5'10", 160 lbs. , brown hair, blue eyes, was with no disposition shown.
The records reflect another
for
He was
On 4/21/72,
Kitsap County Sheriff's Office advised that records of her office reflect the following contacts with
On 4/27/72, the records of the Clallam County Sheriff's Office were caused to be reviewed by SA These
The records reflect another
for
He was
On 4/21/72,
Kitsap County Sheriff's Office advised that records of her office reflect the following contacts with
On 4/27/72, the records of the Clallam County Sheriff's Office were caused to be reviewed by SA These records reflect that is described as:
who has FBI Number
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Height:
5'10"
Weight:
170 lbs.
The following is FBI Identification Record for FBI Number
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DB Cooper-2436FD-302 {REV. 11-27-70} 
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
was observed parked in the 
Dato of transcription 4/28/72
A Washington license Ford Pinto, yellow in color, bearing driveway of the residence of Seabeck, Washington.
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Seabeck, Washington
Filc #
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DB Cooper-2436FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
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It is the property of the FBI and Is foaned to your ogoncy; it and Its contents oro nol to be distributed ovisido your agency.
DB Cooper-2436FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
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wife of
was inter-
viewed at her residence by SAs who identified themselves as Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. was advised of the details of her husband's reported story that he had talked to the hijacker. stated the story sounds "like a bunch of baloney to me."
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When was exhibited photographs of the man in the black and white knit cap and the other photograph of the man wearing the wig, she stated she did not know the identity of the individual in the photograph. When she was advised mother, said she had
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seen this man in the morning of April 24, 1972; stated is .. prone to exaggerate." further stated she was with her husband when he met for dinner and also on the occasion that her husband talked to of the Bremerton Sun but further explained she only knew her husband was dis- cussing with these people. She stated she did not know of the details of or any of the particulars.
" further stated she was with her husband when he met for dinner and also on the occasion that her husband talked to of the Bremerton Sun but further explained she only knew her husband was dis- cussing with these people. She stated she did not know of the details of or any of the particulars.
further advised she does not know about the phone call her husband was supposed to have received from the alleged hijacker, as the result of but does know he received many crank telephone calls as the result of this ad.
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then asked, "how many people does the FBI have who say they have seen D.B. COOPER?" She was advised only one person, her husband, who says he has talked to the hijacker, who identified himself as D. B. COOPER. She was further advised that
stated around and had
told her that he had driven the actually introduced them to the hijacker whom they then stated, "well, insisted that
would do anything she did not know where her husband was, and this interview was then terminated.
Interviewed on 4/24/72 of Seabeck, Washington Fite # SE 164-81
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DB Cooper-2436FO-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
4/28/72
Seabeck, Washington,
was contacted at his place of employment, Honeywell, Inc. , 5303 Shilshoe N.W., Seattle. He advised he resides next door to
has indicated to his wife that the FBI is interested in because they believe he is the hijacker. He stated that prior to Tuesday, 4/25/72, the hijacking had not been mentioned in conversations between he and and he does not have any information which would indicate that might have been involved in a hijacking.
stated that he has known for
approximately two years and has resided next door to him for over one year. He stated that father grew a beard approximately a year and a half to two years ago and shortly thereafter also grew a beard and he
He stated that father grew a beard approximately a year and a half to two years ago and shortly thereafter also grew a beard and he has worn a beard ever since that time.
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File #
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dole of transcription 5/-3/72
Silverdale, Washington, who resides at Bremerton, Washington, stated she.
is employed as an She stated has gone to Port Angeles, Washington on business and that she did not know when he would return.
stated she has been employed at the for the past couple of months. then exhibited a recalcitrant attitude and re= fused to answer any further questions. She stated the FBI represented law and order, and stood for certain rules of society and she does not necessarily obey all the rules of society all the time.
She stated the FBI represented law and order, and stood for certain rules of society and she does not necessarily obey all the rules of society all the time.
stated Left early this morning and that was all she knew. It was noted that drives a Oldsmobile 442, bearing Washington
license and parked in front of her residence at was a Corvair, bearing Washington license pickup truck, bearing
and a Washington license
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DB Cooper-24368 :unselectedFD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato of transcription.
5/3/72
Silverdale, Washington, who is emploved at the office of in the
Silverdale, Washington, was on the telephone
in her office when SAs entered the public entrance to her office. was overheard in a conversation on the telephone relating to the she and her husband own.
Washington, was on the telephone
in her office when SAs entered the public entrance to her office. was overheard in a conversation on the telephone relating to the she and her husband own. She advised the party on the line that she and her husband had some debts but everything was all right now. She then stated to this unknown individual on the telephone that she and her husband had been and have not been able to She began to cry and stated everything was all right now, as she was going to receive and she would be able to make the payments and take care of her debts. She then addressed this party on the phone by the name of She then stated she would try to get down to office that afternoon, before 4:00 p.m.
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upon hanging up the tele-
phone, stated they were trying to which she and her husband had purchased in January, and is
stated her husband is a and needs this to get
then stated she is supposed
from this afternoon as "he is going to sign a note for me, as I need to pay my bills".
At this point in the interview, was advised by SA that she might be involved in a crime and therefore she should be aware of the fact that she ws not required to talk to the FBI, and
At this point in the interview, was advised by SA that she might be involved in a crime and therefore she should be aware of the fact that she ws not required to talk to the FBI, and that anything she said could be used against her in a court of law. She was also advised that she had the right to consult an attorney before she made any statement and that she could stop answering any questions at any time. Then was asked to explain the information that the FBI had obtained to the effect that number one, she had gone to San Francisco with number two, that she was getting from to keep her quiet, and number
Interviewed on 4/28/72 Silverdale, Washington
File # SE 164-81
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At this point in the conversation a came in the office and discussed some advertising business with Then, introduced himself as an and requested to see the
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At this point in the conversation a came in the office and discussed some advertising business with Then, introduced himself as an and requested to see the photographs being exhibited by the FBI. was politely refused exhibition of the photographs. While was present. stated out of the clear
blue sky that had begged her several times to go to San Francisco with him but that she had refused. With that statement, left the office.
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to answer that question and then stated she is supposed to get a note signed by for this afternoon. When asked about the and asked where the FBI had found out this information.
exclaimed, "oh, shit"
She was advised the FBI heard all of these things from various people. then stated this was a personal thing, which she always wanted done for her husband, who is "a beautiful person and who everybody loves." She stated and that she did not tell him what it was for, unless he just concluded this on his own.
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was then asked if she had anything more to say.
" She stated and that she did not tell him what it was for, unless he just concluded this on his own.
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was then asked if she had anything more to say. She stated what she meant the other day about the rules was that "the rules say I don't have to talk to you so I don't want to say anything more."
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Date of transcription
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who resides at
Bremerton, Washington, telephonically contacted the Bremerton Resident Agency of the FBI and supplied the following infor- mation:
reported that, upon seeing the story regarding the Northwest Orient Airline hijacking in the Bremerton Sun of April 27, 1972, she felt obligated to relay certain information to the FBI which involved her sister-in-law, believed that had received a sum of money from her employer, to, "keep her mouth shut" regarding some recent activities of could not specifically describe
the alleged activities. She stated, however, that her hus- brother, on the previous day, that had taken
band, had learned from husband, from so as not to divulge certain information regarding him.
She stated, however, that her hus- brother, on the previous day, that had taken
band, had learned from husband, from so as not to divulge certain information regarding him.
stated that, in recent weeks there has been evidence to support this claim in that has recently been seen wearing many new clothes, including a new coat, reportedly costing $ 385. indicated that told her that the coat was bought on credit, but said that she did not think that credit rating in local businesses would enable her to make such a purchase as she reportedly has a very low credit rating with local merchants.
replied that last December or January at his
has worked for
since at Kitsap Lake.
On April 28, 1972, the following additional information:
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She stated that she believed
position at
Interviewed on 4/27,28/72 at Bremerton Washington
File #
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It is the property of the FBI and It looned to your ogency: il and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24371
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the to be that of a
but she could not describe exactly what she meant by that term. . She did say, however, that she believed to be something
more than a with the firm.
further stated that her husband does not get along very well with his brother, husband, inasmuch
as they do not share a common set of values. husband reportedly has been a user of drugs in the past, and according has a high disregard for social order.
to 
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The following investigation was conducted by Special Agent
AT BREMERTON, WASHINGTON
On May 1, 1972, Bremerton, telephone number advised as follows :
On the morning of May 1, 1972, her mother-in- law who lives on just across from and house, observed come to a screeching halt in front of house in his truck.
telephone number advised as follows :
On the morning of May 1, 1972, her mother-in- law who lives on just across from and house, observed come to a screeching halt in front of house in his truck. At the same time came into the driveway in the same manner. proceeded to leave her vehicle, go into the house in a hurry, and within a few moments she returned to the truck and drove off with also in a big hurry.
was shown photographs of the
UNKNOWN SUBJECT and either of them. but was unable to identify
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription,
5/3/72
who resides at
Bremerton, telephonically contacted the Bremerton Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and vol- untarily supplied the following information:
stated that in addition to his taking at Olympic Junior College, he works courses in
part time with his brother,
for a related that on the day prior, April 26, while working at a job site with wife, drove up and spoke to her husband in what appeared to be a hurried and excited manner. After her de- parture, asked his brother if anything was the matter inasmuch as appeared to be
at a job site with wife, drove up and spoke to her husband in what appeared to be a hurried and excited manner. After her de- parture, asked his brother if anything was the matter inasmuch as appeared to be very nervous, to which replied that some Federal officers had interviewed his wife regarding an incident about which she might have knowledge. said that his brother did not fully describe the situa- tion but stated that his wife had received from someone to not reveal any information about him regarding a deal of some sort. No further elaboration was given at this time.
indicated that in addition, he had heard rumors himself around the Bremerton area regarding the Northwest Orient hijacking of last November; and after seeing the story regarding the hijacking in the "Bremerton Sun" on April 27, 1972,
name, he realized that there might be some connection between his sister- in-law and the current hijacking investigation. He knew that worked for as a
stated that
reside at
Bremerton, Washington.
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DB Cooper-24374 :unselectedFD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dato of Ironscription
5-2-72
On May 1, 1972, Bremerton, Washington, telephone advised that on April 26, 1972. at approximately 4:30 p. m. on Bucklin Hill Road, wife of his brother arrived at their place of work. immediately took into a corner where no one could hear where she said something to him. As she was leaving, overheard tell "I told you that you would get into trouble if you messed around with those
After
had left, questioned
about the conversation with his wife.
As she was leaving, overheard tell "I told you that you would get into trouble if you messed around with those
After
had left, questioned
about the conversation with his wife. advised that had been paid "For what she doesn't know." also said that the know something about D. B. COOPER. further advised that and b6 b7C
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were
stated that does all of the and has been presently working on the
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to lock some in the safe and then take some of them home and hide them, also took some of or the books to a person known as
(Phoenetic) who is a hippy-type of person who lives on Arsonal Way in Bremerton. house is described as a very small that sits about
was unable to identify the photograph of the UNSUB, but did immediately recognize the photograph of
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File #
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by SA
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Date dictatod
5-1-72
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File #
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by SA
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Date dictatod
5-1-72
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription,
5/1/72
Bellevue, Washington, voluntarily came to the FBI Office where he was interviewed on the evening of April 22, 1972.
advised that he graduated from De La Salle College in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with a He also advised he served in the U.S.
Army from when he entered on duty at Fort Lewis, Washington, and was discharged honorably on at Camp Rucker, Alabama, due to the fact
he had a He further advised he served in the 147th Infantry Division, and never received any parachute training. He stated his family moved to Port Orchard, Washington from Minneapolis, Minnesota in approximately and that they moved to Bremerton, Washington, in
He stated his family moved to Port Orchard, Washington from Minneapolis, Minnesota in approximately and that they moved to Bremerton, Washington, in and he moved to Portland, Oregon, in and then back to Bremerton, Washington, in and in he moved to Port Angeles, Washington. He stated in he moved to Lake Stevens, Washington, and finally in he moved to Bellevue, Washington, which is his present address.
advised he was employed by Kerrs Buick Company in Bremerton, Washington, from until tributorship and then
and that he later an auto parts dis- the Aero Transmission Company in Seattle. He stated he presently the
Seattle, Washington.
He advised he is married and has a son,
He also advised he has one brother, who is in Desert years of age, and a daughter years of age. years of age and who Inn, Nevada.
stated he has known since
orssince was approximately years of age. He advised that sometime approximately around Christmas, 1971, he received a telephone call from who he had not seen or heard from in a long time, extending
Interviewed on, 4/22 & 23/72 at .
He advised that sometime approximately around Christmas, 1971, he received a telephone call from who he had not seen or heard from in a long time, extending
Interviewed on, 4/22 & 23/72 at . Seattle, Washington File # SE 164-81
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by SA
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an invitation to he and his family to come over for a social evening and to etc. Hle stated he and- his family paid and his family this visit and he did not hear from again until approximately 12:00 midnight, or late one night a few weeks later. He stated at this time telephoned him at his residence and was registered under a fictitious
advised that he, name at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle and requested that he as he had a "hot contract" that he desired to writ up right away.
He stated at this time telephoned him at his residence and was registered under a fictitious
advised that he, name at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle and requested that he as he had a "hot contract" that he desired to writ up right away. advised that
he thought this request was ridiculous and said goodbye to and thought nothing more about it.
advised that then called him once again and that on this occasion, he told he was not going to he
and if he wanted a should call the desk and request one.
further advised some weeks later, again called him and asked him to meet him at the Seattle Ferry Dock in order to
where he was going to
stated he did this,
and saw that
was acquiring a
with an which, in his estimation is worth approximately $8,000 to $9,000. advised that stated he was taking this
When
was advised had informed the FBI that he, was the November 25, 1971 airplane hijacker, at first thought it was funny and then
stated, "well anything says or does doesn't surprise me." He stated in his opinion. was "dingy" and also money hungry. He stated and his father, are and were more or less run out of Port Angeles, Washington, because of their disreputable business practices.
He stated and his father, are and were more or less run out of Port Angeles, Washington, because of their disreputable business practices. Ile stated was
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He also advised in Port Angeles, Washington, but
, and that stated he did notcall in response to any ad that
put in the newspaper about stating he was "D.B. COOPER". further advised although he has
been friends with for many years he does not think is "all there" in addition, he is not exactly honest in his business dealings.
further stated it is true he did make one parachute jump in approximately 1951 and this was un- expectedly when he was up in an airplane with friends and one of his friends pushed him out of the airplane as a joke. He stated he has never jumped since, and has no intention of doing so again, and 'you cald not pay him to jump in a para- chute again.
He stated
presently owns a
interest in a in Bremerton. Washington, and is
also involved in the
father along with the his father also
with his which he and
On April 23, 1972.
Washington, and is
also involved in the
father along with the his father also
with his which he and
On April 23, 1972. of a bill in the name of
furnished a copy
Silverdale, Washington, which indicates that there is a debt of for auto parts which states is owed by to his Northwest Parts Distributing Company, and that this debt is from March 1, 1972, and as yet is unpaid.
The following physical description was obtained by observation and interview of which time he was also photographed:
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Name
also known
as
Date of Birth Place of Birth Height
Weight Hair
5 9" - 10" 130 Dark Brown
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Eyes Build Wife
Blue, wears glasses Slight
nee
Son Daughter
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
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Doto of transcription
Port with
Orchard, Washington, who is employed as a the Bremerton Sun at Bremerton, Washington, was inter- viewed at her residence by SA and SA
who identified themselves as Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
who is employed as a the Bremerton Sun at Bremerton, Washington, was inter- viewed at her residence by SA and SA
who identified themselves as Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
stated she answered an ad that appeared in the Bremerton Sun late in December, 1971, or early January, 1972, and as a result talked to According to stated he
was running this ad in connection with a and that he had received a lot of crank calls.
However, he stated that the ad, which read,
"D. B. COOPER
was also responsible for him receiving one call that he said was mysterious sounding, in that the person identi- fying himself as D. B. COOPER, said he recognized this voice as someone he knew and had dealt with before. advised that was kind of a hoax from what he told her.
Then she said time went on and she talked to some more, and he stated he was using his mys- terious call story as a basis to She
stated she then
account to her
but did not because she still thought there might be something to it in relationship to the one tele- phone call which he said sounded mysterious.
She stated she then called sometime in January or the middle of February, following up his She also advised she
She stated she then called sometime in January or the middle of February, following up his She also advised she talked to her and that they decided they
wanted to find out some background information on
She advised told them that he had been a for Bremerton, which was determined not true, as he had been proposed for the job, but since he did not
Interviewed on
4/23/72
at Port Orchard, Washington
Filo #
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have the qualification, he never worked as the
She stated she also found out is the son of who does real estate promoting in the Bremerton area.
She advised told her he had talked to the hijacker on the telephone and had recognized his voice, and that he had had additional contacts with this man and had known him previously.
She advised told her he had talked to the hijacker on the telephone and had recognized his voice, and that he had had additional contacts with this man and had known him previously. According to Said he was working on the supposition that the hijacker was an ex-Boeing executive and had an amateur or Army parachute experience, had also inside knowledge of how certain air- craft worked.
further stated she searched the area as to the possibility as to whom this person would be and did a neighborhood investigation of the Holly arca near Seabeck, Washington, and talked to the Holly View Homes and deducted that was
at possibly identical to the hijacker. She stated has a summer home in Holly View and lives in the vicinity of Renton, Washington, which is close to Seattle, and that his telephone number is in the Seattle telephone directory.
She further stated she interviewed under the pretext of interviewing unemployed Boeing execu- tives. She stated said he had been fired by the Boeing Company and then rehired back in February, 1972, in his old job. She stated had a pretentious home and also has three sons and one of the members of his family was employed by Northwest
She stated had a pretentious home and also has three sons and one of the members of his family was employed by Northwest Airlines Company.
She further stated one son, years of age, and the other two names unknown, were both in their 20's and all three of them were married.
She further related
is a white
male, years of age, 5'11" tall, 175 1bs, with gray hair cut short but with long sideburns. She also advised that appeared to have an agile gait. She also said he had just had a heart attack and had recovered. stated she felt the hijacker might be as he is very intelligent and has very nice home and wife,
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also stated told her he had seen some $20 bills and inferred these were bills from the hijacking. Ile also told her a came to the Seattle area to hijacker, and that he drove the
around and named as one of
She stated had told her the was blindfolded, when he drove them around. She also advised that told her he originally was going to in California.
and that he drove the
around and named as one of
She stated had told her the was blindfolded, when he drove them around. She also advised that told her he originally was going to in California.
and that
was going to be the and he was going to do the on the hijacker, which was to be in the
further stated she then telephone in Los Angeles, California, on approximately March 18, 1972, on a Saturday and asked and whether or not he, had made a trip to the Seattle area in connection with the hijacking. denied this and said he never heard about hung up.
if he knew
and
stated that 15 minutes later, telephoned her at the Bremerton Sun and said on thinking it over, he did receive a call one night at around midnight, based on a wild supposition in regard to D. B. COOPER. She stated said it was such a wild yarn, he rolled over and went back to sleep.
said according to he had not identified himself in any correspondence to in Los Angeles. stated advised her the
had been blindfolded, and he had done a lot of the driving of the around the Seattle area for the purpose of the hijacker. She said according to the hijacker was supposed to give himself up, after and then the hijacker was to
She said according to the hijacker was supposed to give himself up, after and then the hijacker was to obtain amnesty.
also stated she had seen an ad in the Seattle Times on about December 23, 1971, which said, "D. B. COOPER - - Will keep secret, " followed by a telephone number, which proved to
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telephone number, which indicated to
be her was at least involved in this thing in some way.
stated that she and the
of the Bremerton Sun,
talked
to at the VIP Restaurant in Bremerton on Kit- sap Way in February or March, 1972, in regard to of the hijacker.
She stated this was the occasion in which talked about the and about the supposition of how he began the whole thing that an individual could have a DME distant measuring equipment on a person's car and also one on an airplane and coor- dinate them in such a way, that they would measure the distance on the ground where the hijacker jumped.
said she later talked to
concerning his
but did not talk to him any further on the hijacking.
equipment on a person's car and also one on an airplane and coor- dinate them in such a way, that they would measure the distance on the ground where the hijacker jumped.
said she later talked to
concerning his
but did not talk to him any further on the hijacking.
stated neither
and that she
had never met
or any of the alleged
or anyone else connected with
She also stated that she was not personally aware of anyone being in connection with by either the Bremerton Sun,
or anyone else.
able is a
stated she knew has a siz-' which
he and his father
She also stated of the Bremerton Sun, talked to in the newspaper office about the middle of March, 1972.
She stated that at that time, opinion, after he had talked to and had also checked - with Sheriff ART MORKEN of Kitsap County was that the was a hoax. She stated that
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based this on the fact that Sheriff ART MORKEN had said. that is one of the biggest liars in the County, and that as a result of the previous lies, he had told he doubted integrity and the
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that is one of the biggest liars in the County, and that as a result of the previous lies, he had told he doubted integrity and the
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription
4/28/72
On April 26, 1972, Bremerton Sun, was interviewed at his office. He advised . was contacted by Bremerton Sun that after he ran an ad in the Bremerton Sun,
attempting to for promotion purposes.
using the name D. B. COOPER based on the
ad and brought it to him to consider for
Following this he and had other conversations with concerning the hijacking and the person responsible for it, and he, had lunch together on one occasion and talked about the matter , and on- one other occasion, he talked to at the Bremerton Sun office. Other than this, contacts with The publicity which wanted by the Bremerton Sun were through initially indicated that his interest in D. B. 'COOPER and the hijacking and his willingness to furnish information to the Bremerton Sun were based on a desire for publicity. Subsequent contact with raised a question as to whether he was seeking publicity or was attempting to however, no
Subsequent contact with raised a question as to whether he was seeking publicity or was attempting to however, no conversations were specifically had concerning or a price to be paid related to
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Concerning background information rating to the hijacking, stated that the person he felt was the hijacker had been an amateur sky diver and on the day of the hijacking, was supposed to have been out of the state of Washington, on an employment interview. This individual, according to was a former Boeing employee and was the father of two children and the grandfather of two grand- children. Although furnished this background information, he would hever furnish a name of the person he thought was the hijacker and never produced any of the hijack ransom bills. He initially said that he had seen a pile of bills and later said he had seen a few bills, but did not ever say where he had seen them. indicated that he felt the only way the hijacker could be identified was through the money and he felt that the money was hidden and that if he turned in, to the authorities, the
Interviewed on 4/26/72
indicated that he felt the only way the hijacker could be identified was through the money and he felt that the money was hidden and that if he turned in, to the authorities, the
Interviewed on 4/26/72
Bremerton, Washington File #
SA
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Dolo dictofed 4/28/72
This document contoins neither recommendations nor' conclusions of the FBI. Il Is the property of the FBI ond is loaned to your ogency; it ond Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24385
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person he thought was the hijacker, the money would never be recovered and the person would never be proved to be the hijacker.
said that he had contacted
telephonically and later had talked to him in person concerning the hijacker. He stated that he contacted from phone booths, so that the calls could not be traced. He also told them that a
the hijacker. He later
had come to the area and indicated that the consisted of two people and that they were actually people who had been recruited in told him that the had the Seattle area.
been blindfolded and led around and then taken to an isolated spot, where the hijacker was while he was
been blindfolded and led around and then taken to an isolated spot, where the hijacker was while he was disguised and the although the
was far enough away that
indicated that
was
given to him and that he was in possession of
did not specifically say
when
of when he told of
had taken place, but from the timing it appeared to
that it was probably in mid to late February 1972. at one time, indicated that he had a deal with and later said that he had contacted and the deal might be off, but he was to be contacted through a want ad in the Seattle Times or P.I. When indicated that he had
a deal with
he indicated that
was to be
which was to be a was to be
indicated
that
had severed his connection with
had re- but had offered
fused to as they did not want to take the question of amnesty for the hijacker to the Supreme Court and because of the CLIFFORD IRVING, HOWARD HUGHES Auto- biography hoax.
In conversation with at first
indicated that his motive was for
and later indicated that it was a humanitarian reason to get amnesty for the hijacker.
In conversation with at first
indicated that his motive was for
and later indicated that it was a humanitarian reason to get amnesty for the hijacker. stated he told that he did not think the hijacker would ever be given amnesty; however, did not agree with this.
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talked with stated that on the last occasion he he told that they would have These
replied concerning the latter
three choices as to what to do with three choices would be to about the hijack, to forget the whole thing, or to tell the FBI about alternative that he did not care, as the FBI could follow him around and he would never lead them to the hijacker as he could go for many months without contacting the hijacker.
stated that he checked with various per- sons around the Bremerton area concerning the credability of and did not receive favorable comments. He stated that in view of this and in view of the ridiculous nature of anyone else of
he did not tell the FBI or as he felt it was untrue and he would have felt silly telling anyone of it.
He stated that in view of this and in view of the ridiculous nature of anyone else of
he did not tell the FBI or as he felt it was untrue and he would have felt silly telling anyone of it.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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advised that he was the individual who
on February 25,
1972.
advised that, from what he can recall.
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Filo # SE 164-81
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5/2/72
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At Seattle, Washington
DB Cooper-24391
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
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4/28/72
Hilton Hotel, Seattle-Tacoma Airport, Seattle, Washington, home address Seattle, Washington, furnished the following information:
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Name Address
Los Angeles,
California
Arrival date
Accommodations desired Accepted at By Date
Wednesday, 2/16/72 12:30 p.m.
Ground floor Swept Wing Inn .
2/13/72
Time 7:30
made available the room reservation request form described above.
It is noted that the Swept Wing Inn is owned and managed by the Hilton Hotel Corporation.
2/13/72
Time 7:30
made available the room reservation request form described above.
It is noted that the Swept Wing Inn is owned and managed by the Hilton Hotel Corporation.
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DB Cooper-2439FD-302 [REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of fronscription
11/28/72
Swept Wing Airport Center, 18601 Pacific Highway South, Seattle, Washington, furnished the following information:
stated that records maintained at the Swept Wing Airport Center reveal that Room #105 was reserved on February 14 for the following individual for occupancy February 16, 1972 :
- Los Angeles, California Firm:
advised that records indicate Room 105 was occupied on February 16-17, 1972 by an
stated that records maintained at the Swept Wing Airport Center reveal that Room #105 was reserved on February 14 for the following individual for occupancy February 16, 1972 :
- Los Angeles, California Firm:
advised that records indicate Room 105 was occupied on February 16-17, 1972 by an individual using the following name:
Los Angeles, California Business :
said occupied Room 105 from Wednesday, February 16, 1972, in the p.m. until 7:22 a.m., February 17, 1972 when the records indicate checked out.
made available one registration card for Room 105, Swept Wing Inn, dated February 14, 1972 and one folio card numbered for
Room 105, dated February 16-17, 1972.
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NAME
FOR Swept Wing Ile
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CITY
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ARRIVING: DAY
Wed
DATE
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HOUR
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DEPARTING DATE'
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ARRIVING: DAY
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DATE
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HOUR
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DEPARTING DATE'
A.M.
ACCOMMODATIONS DESIRED
ground Fil ALLIED
REMARKS
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ACCEPTED: AT SW Ihm
DATE 2/13/77
TIME 7:30 A.M. P.M.
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FEB 16
PM GROUND FLOOR ?
FEB 14
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LOS ANGELES, CA
SWI
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Name
Rm. Nbr. 355
Firm
Rode /14
Address
Out Date
City Lus Arquan
State CRE
Radio 666.99
Credit Card
Latva
Auto Licence Nbr.
State
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MONTHLY CARRYING CHARGE OF 11/2% ADDED TO PAST DUE ACCOUNTS.
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GUEST'S SIGNATURE
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At Washington, D.C.
On 4/15/72, Attorney Atlanta, Georgia, contacted the Department of Justice at Washington, D.C., and made available a which had been prepared by the which he represented and was to be submitted to an unidentified later that week. allegedly
advised that the
based on an hijacked a Northwest Airlines plane on Thanksgiving Eve, 11/24/71, after securing $200,000 and then parachuting from the plane.
allegedly
advised that the
based on an hijacked a Northwest Airlines plane on Thanksgiving Eve, 11/24/71, after securing $200,000 and then parachuting from the plane.
Also submitted with the
supposedly of the hijacker.
was a photograph, b6 b7C
in contacting the Department, requested immunity for his client, who according to had nothing to do with the hijacking and came into the picture long after it had occurred.
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Also submitted on 4/15/72, with the above were two photographs; number 1, a standup photo of a man with sunglasses wearing a black and white knitted hat and showing a on his shirt front; number 2, an enlargement of the head and shoulders of the man in photograph number one.
At Seattle, Washington
On 4/21/72, a review was made of the tc determine all possible identifying information of the person alleged to be the hijacker. However, extensive investigation based on that information, failed to identify the
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The information set forth in the
purportedly provided by the as to
was thoroughly reviewed and
disclosed numerous discrepancies with the conditions which actually occurred during the hijacking.
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The information set forth in the
purportedly provided by the as to
was thoroughly reviewed and
disclosed numerous discrepancies with the conditions which actually occurred during the hijacking.
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A few minor deletions were made in the of the furnished on 4/15/72.
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In response to a subpoena duces tecum served 4/30/72 on Attorney at New York City, a complete copy of the was obtained and a copy is being furnished to the USA, Seattle, as an enclosure to this report.
DB Cooper-24398
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DISPLAY	OF	PHOTOGRAPHS TO WITNESSES TO
HIJACKING OF	NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT	#305

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During the course of the investigation in this matter, certain photographs were made available either as an enclosure to the when provided on 4/15/72, or made available through at New York City. These photographs are being set out hereinafter and have been assigned a number for ease in identifying photographs and in showing the pictures to the various witnesses to the hijacking of
These photographs are being set out hereinafter and have been assigned a number for ease in identifying photographs and in showing the pictures to the various witnesses to the hijacking of Northwest Airlines #305, or to the
on the beach in Seattle, Washington.
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PHOTO #1
Stand-up photograph of a man wearing sunglasses, a black and white knit hat and shirt open at the neck. Attached to his shirt
This photograph accompanied the first copy of the when it was received at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C., April 15, 1972.
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PHOTO #2
Close up (of #1) of man wearing sunglasses and a black and white knit hat; shirt opened at the neck.
This photo accompanied the first copy of the' when it was received at the Department of Justice, Washington, D.C., April 15, 1972
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PHOTO #3 Photograph of man standing in the street, wearing sunglasses, wig, striped tie. Photograph received April 21, 1972, at New York City, from
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PHOTO #4
Photo of a balding white male, without a wig, made available to the New York Office of
Photograph received April 21, 1972, at New York City, from
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PHOTO #4
Photo of a balding white male, without a wig, made available to the New York Office of the FBI, on April 26, 1972, by
It is noted that the man in the above photo is wearing the same sunglasses, striped tie, shirt and sweater, as the man of similar appearance, but wearing a wig in photo #3.
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The above described photographs were displayed on varying dates to the stewardesses, passengers and ticket agents, who observed the hijacker of Northwest Airlines Flight #305, to determine whether or not the pictures provided as part of the mentioned in this case, could be identical with the hijacker.
At Minneapolis, Minnesota and Washington, D.C.
Stewardess
viewed
the photographs on the dates indicated with the results as noted:
Photographs 1, and 2, on 4/21/72, not identical. Photograph 3, on 4/22/72, not identical. Photograph 4, on 4/28/72, not identical.
Stewardess viewed the photographs on the dates indicated with the results as noted:
Photographs 1 and 2 on 4/21/72.
Stewardess viewed the photographs on the dates indicated with the results as noted:
Photographs 1 and 2 on 4/21/72.
With respect to photographs 1 and 2, she advised she would like to see additional photographs but could make no identification on the basis of that photograph.
Photograph 3 on 4/22/72, not identical. Photograph 4 on 4/28/72, not identical.
Stewardess viewed the photographs on the dates indicated with the results as noted:
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Photographs 1 and 2 on 4/22/72.
advised she could not positively identify any of the spread of photographs shown to her, but stated that the photograph of the white, male wearing sunglasses and black and white knit hat (photos 1 and 2) resembled the hijacker more closely than any of the approxi- mately 300 photographs she had observed to date. She specifically noted similiarities between the hijacker and the person in the photograph, in the mouth, nose, lips and style of glasses.
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Photograph	#3	shown	on	4/24/72,	not	identical.
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Photograph	#3	shown	on	4/24/72,	not	identical.
Photograph	#4	shown	on	4/29/72,	not	identical.

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At Seattle, Washington
graphs as follows: passenger, viewed the photo-
Photographs #1 and 2, on 4/21/72. advised that the part of the face he could see had striking similarities to the hijacker, but he could not make a positive identification.
Photograph #3 shown on 4/22/72. advised that this photograph is the same person as appearing in photographs 1 and 2 and, based on this being a better photograph, stated that the person is not identical to the hijacker.
Photograph #4 on 4/27/72, not identical.
passenger, viewed the
photographs as follows :
Photographs #1 and 2 on 4/21/72, not identical. Photograph #3 on 4/22/72, could not identify as being identical. Photograph #4 on 4/27/72, definitely not identical. passenger, viewed photo- b6 b7C graphs as follows :
Photographs #1 and 2 on 4/21/72.
Photograph #4 on 4/27/72, definitely not identical. passenger, viewed photo- b6 b7C graphs as follows :
Photographs #1 and 2 on 4/21/72.
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Photograph #3 on 4/22/72, could not identify.
Photograph #4 on 4/27/72.
advised this person had definite similarities with the hijacker but could not make an identification.
At Eugene, Oregon
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Photographs #1 and 2 on 4/22/72.
advised these pictures were most like the hijacker of any of the 12 photographs he was then viewing but could not identify or eliminate without additional photographs.
Photograph #3 on 4/23/72.
advised the individual in this picture appears to have certain points of identification with the hijacker of Northwest Airlines, such as the mouth which appears to be identical to the hijacker and the man's chin and neck, which were very much like the hijacker's.
appears to have certain points of identification with the hijacker of Northwest Airlines, such as the mouth which appears to be identical to the hijacker and the man's chin and neck, which were very much like the hijacker's.
Photograph #4 on 4/28/72.
advised that facial features are good but could not identify.
At Portland, Oregon
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Airlines, Portland International Airport, viewed photographs as follows :
Photographs #1 and 2 on 4/21/72, not identical. Photograph #3 on 4/22/72, not identical. Photograph #4 on 4/30/72, not identical.
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at Boarding Gate,
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Northwest Airlines, Portland International Airport, viewed photographs as follows:
Photographs #1 and 2, on 4/21/72, not identical. Photograph #3 on 4/22/72, not identical. Photograph #4 on 4/30/72, not identical.
DB Cooper-24408
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MONEY
DB Cooper-24409
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At New York City, New York
On 4/21/72, delivered on behalf of Attorney Atlanta, Georgia, to the New York Office of the FBI, an envelope containing a photograph of an unknown man standing on the street, wearing a wig, which photograph has since been identified as photograph #3.
Georgia, to the New York Office of the FBI, an envelope containing a photograph of an unknown man standing on the street, wearing a wig, which photograph has since been identified as photograph #3.
He also furnished a Xerox copy of three $20 bills. The Xerox purported to be a copy of three $20 bills which were part of the ransom money paid by Northwest Airlines, to the hijacker, on Thanksgiving Eve, 1971.
The following is a Xerox copy of the $20 bills received :
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UNITED STATES
OFAMERICA
20
. THIS WOJE IS ITGAL TENDER FOR ALL DIOTS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE
C.
L 54904730 A WASHINGTON, D.C. 12
12
L
L 54904730 A
20
12 Quirky Radom- Plan Znalarda. For sales
StRITS
SUPERVHOD DAREURO
OFAMERICA
THIS NOTE ES LEGAL TENDER FOR ALL OUDTS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE
Ex
L 33529797 A WASHINGTON, D.C.
12
L 33529797 A 12 Angermein
SIRIS
OF AMERICA
UNITED STATES
THIS NOTE IS LEGAL TEKDER FOR ALL DECTS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE
L 20168977 A
WASINGTON. D.C.
12
IL
L 20168977 A 12
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The microfilm of the $200,000 ransom, paid at the time Northwest Airlines Flight #305, was hijacked on 11/24/71, was examined by the FBI Laboratory and the following $20 bills located:
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The microfilm of the $200,000 ransom, paid at the time Northwest Airlines Flight #305, was hijacked on 11/24/71, was examined by the FBI Laboratory and the following $20 bills located:
L 54904730 A
L 33529797 A
L 20168977 A
The FBI Laboratory then compared through scientific means, the original microfilmed $20 bills with the Xerox copy of the $20 bills, with the following results:
DB Cooper-24412
- 129REPORT of the
HAL LABORATORY .....
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D. C. 26535
TO: SAC, Seattle (164-81)
Re:
NORJAK

Date:	May 1, 1972
FBI File No.	164-2111
Lab. No.	D-720427098

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Greetmero tomatved Available at the Bureau:
Q43 Photocopy of three U. S. twenty-dollar bills bearing serial- numbers L 54904730 A, L 33529797 A and L 20168977 A Specimens received from FBI, Seattle 4/27/72:
K4 One roll of microfilm of ransom money
ALSO SUBMITTED: Three photocopies made from microfilm of ransom bills bearing serial numbers L 54904730 A, L 33529797 A and L 20168977 A
Result of examination:
The bills represented by Q43 were compared with corresponding bills
made from microfilm of ransom bills bearing serial numbers L 54904730 A, L 33529797 A and L 20168977 A
Result of examination:
The bills represented by Q43 were compared with corresponding bills represented by K4. In the comparison, photographic overlays of the Q43 bills showed the serial numbers on these bills to be out of register with the serial numbers on the K4 bills.
The examination definitely determined that the Q43 bills are not a part of the ransom money represented by the K4 microfilm.
K4 is returned herewith. Appropriate photographs made from K4 and the ALSO SUBMITTED items are retained.
DB Cooper-24413 11.11.91-2912
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INTERVIEWS WITH
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DB Cooper-24414
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription
4/28/72
tacted at
New York, New York, was con- stated he was willing
to be interviewed only in presence of
He was advised of Identities of as Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). He was advised that an inves- tigation was being conducted to attempt to identify the in- dividual responsible for the hijacking of a Northwest Airlines Flight on November 24, 1971, and his subsequent receipt of $200,000
He was advised that an inves- tigation was being conducted to attempt to identify the in- dividual responsible for the hijacking of a Northwest Airlines Flight on November 24, 1971, and his subsequent receipt of $200,000 from-that airline. was furnished a form entitled Interrogation; Advice of Rights, which he and his attorney read. stated he understood his rights and would consult with his attorney whenever he wished to clarify answers to any questions. He advised he had a personal attor- ney, of Atlanta also representing him.
advised that he was interested in the hijacking incident and had placed advertisements in the San Francisco Chronicle, Portland Oregonian, and Seattle Times, indicating and asking that "D. B. COOPER" contact him listing his, home tele- phone number. In early February, received a telephone call at his home and requested caller recontact him the follow- ing evening so that he could set up arrangements for a secure telephone call. This individual then called the following evening furnished his name as and based on this
telephone call,
agreed to meet at a motel at the Seattle Airport, name unrecalled, on or about February 15, 1972.
individual then called the following evening furnished his name as and based on this
telephone call,
agreed to meet at a motel at the Seattle Airport, name unrecalled, on or about February 15, 1972. contacted at this motel; and shortly thereafter, another individual knocked on the side door of the motel room and entered through this sliding patio-type door. He was introduced as the hijacker, D. B. COOPER. At this ini- tial meeting, had requested the sum of
and in three payments of
This was to be each, The initial payment was
to be made when
and the third
payment upon
NY 164-627
Interviewed on
4/25/72
al New York, New York
Filo #
SE 164-81
by
SA SA
JIS: pal/bgw Dalo dictaled 4/28/72
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advised that paying this sum of money.
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obtained from and this was the final price agreed
on by
requested that who recently had a severe heart attack and operation, not be contacted due to his poor health and in
was not agreeable to b6 b7C
obtained from and this was the final price agreed
on by
requested that who recently had a severe heart attack and operation, not be contacted due to his poor health and in view of the fact was not aware of the full details concerning
on February 20, 1972, at the Edgewater Inn, Seattle, when turned over the in cash consisting of an unknown amount of bills in 20, 50 and 100 dollar denominations.
obtained a from
for this sum of money, which stipulated an agreement that it would be put in a trust fund by
Was to use as funds for legal defense in the event stated that during the course charged with the crime. of contacts with he learned that the true name of became extremely agitated
and criticized for letting his true name become known. advised that all his contacts with the individual were through He advised that
on February 22 and 23, 1972, and on the
second date, used
He did not allow these two individuals to have direct contact with
They were
not aware of the identity of other than by his nickname,
He identified a photograph of furnished
by the Seattle Office, as identical to the individual named he had dealt with initially using alias and to whom he
used
He did not allow these two individuals to have direct contact with
They were
not aware of the identity of other than by his nickname,
He identified a photograph of furnished
by the Seattle Office, as identical to the individual named he had dealt with initially using alias and to whom he paid the He identified the photograph of the individual wearing a black and white knit cap and the photograph of an individual wearing what appeared to be a wig, as the same
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was not one of the individuals present when wig was purchased. He does not recall seeing without a hat or cap whenever he met him. himself as a devout Catholic who had been married to the same woman for 25 years. alleged he owned a boat, a camper and three automobiles. further description not known. indicated he had two children, a married
described
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indicated he had
daughter, and a son in college. worked for Boeing Aircraft Company, Seattle, for 14 years and had been discharged and replaced by a man 15 years younger than himself, approximately two years ago when there was a general lay off at Boeing.
worked for Boeing Aircraft Company, Seattle, for 14 years and had been discharged and replaced by a man 15 years younger than himself, approximately two years ago when there was a general lay off at Boeing.
indicated he formerly lived next door to an Episcopal minister. described as a white male, almost years old, about 5' 9" to 5' 10" tall, 160 to 175 pounds, large ears, thin lips, sharp nose, with balding dark brown hair, right handed, and a heavy smoker of filtered-type cigarettes. has some sort of
further description not noticed, on the
has a and has slightly prominent veins in the center of his forehead, which are somewhat obvious in the photograph of taken on the street. has
1972, by
of them. He concealed these with makeup prior to being photographed on February 23, advised that he was b6 b7C
furnished a Xerox copy of three twenty dollar bills and the photograph of on the street.
delivered these items to the New York Office on April 21, 1972, based on instructions from personal attorney, to furnish all information to the FBI. had previously furnished a to the Department of Justice, along with the in the black and white cap which on the beach.
had previously furnished a to the Department of Justice, along with the in the black and white cap which on the beach. This
except for three twenty dollar bills he kept for comparison with any published list. advised that at the Edgewater Inn Motel,
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exhibited three twenty dollar bills to is 98% positive that the serial numbers of those three bills are identical with the Xerox copy of three bills he received'
did not record the serial numbers of
from
the three bills exhibited to him by that he met to a group of Boeing employees.
could
how he
visited at his home and observed two skydiving awards on a mantle place at home. is allegedly unemployed and existing on interest and dividends from other investments he has made in the past. advised that he was hopeful that would surrender himself and the ransom money. has
had no contact with time several weeks ago,
since February 23, 1972, and some- called advising
subsequently advised he wished to talk to that has refused to contact until will
not furnish
advised that he had contacted
advised that he will recontact
has
had no contact with time several weeks ago,
since February 23, 1972, and some- called advising
subsequently advised he wished to talk to that has refused to contact until will
not furnish
advised that he had contacted
advised that he will recontact his personal to determine if will agree
attorney, to
furnishing
and
for
signed by
states he believes
upbringing. experience as
stated that based on his eleven years
advised that in addition to being a
He advised that
in the near future in the Los Angeles area. also has other business interests.
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NY	164-627
SE	164-81

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The following description of was obtained during observation and interview:

Sex	Male
Race .	White
Date of Birth
Eyes	Brown
Hair	Graying
Height	6' 1"
Weight	175 pounds

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made available a photograph of himself at the conclusion of the interview.
1"
Weight	175 pounds

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made available a photograph of himself at the conclusion of the interview. He advised that he planned to return to his residence at Los Angeles, California, on February 26, 1972.
requested that any further contacts with
him be through his telephone Ile advised that his personal attorney currently in Washington, D. C., and he did is
not wish to be interviewed further without either present. He stated his reason for desiring an his belief that he
was in this case. who provided him with information leading to D. B. COOPER. He
wanted to if the details he obtained were true as he had invested considerable time in
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was contacted on 4/27/72-at Los Angeles, California, at which time he advised that the photograph of the man wearing a wig and sweater, and standing on the street (photograph #3) was furnished to him by the whose true name was
stated he was not present at the time the above photograph was taken and did not know when, where or by whom it was taken.
on the street (photograph #3) was furnished to him by the whose true name was
stated he was not present at the time the above photograph was taken and did not know when, where or by whom it was taken.
Concerning the source for the paid to
advised that, because of the physical condition of he did not care to furnish the present address He did explain that
for
at Los Angeles, California. He stated that had recently had a heart attack and heart surgery and for that reason he felt should not be contacted concerning this matter.
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INVESTIGATION TO IDENTIFY PHOTOGRAPH OF THE MAN STANDING ON THE STREET WEARING THE WIG (PHOTOGRAPH #3) '
DB Cooper-24421
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On 4/21/72, an envelope was delivered to the New York Office of the FBI and left with the guard in the lobby without identifying the person who delivered or sent same. It later was determined however, that the envelope was sent to the FBI by
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The envelope contained a photograph of a man standing in the street, wearing a sweater, a striped tie, sunglasses and a wig.
Also in the same envelope was a Xerox copy of three $20 bills, alleged to have been part of the ransom
Also in the same envelope was a Xerox copy of three $20 bills, alleged to have been part of the ransom money paid in connection with the hijacking of Northwest Airlines Flight #305, 11/24/71.
On 4/22/72, a close scrutiny of the above- mentioned photograph, revealed that the photograph had been taken in downtown Bremerton, Washington.
DB Cooper-24422
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcriplion
4/25/72
L.H. King Imports viewed a photograph of a man standing in the street, wearing a sweater, a striped tie, sunglasses and a wig. She stated that approximately five weeks ago on a Saturday, three men came into her store which features men and women's wigs and hair pieces.
She immediately identified the wig being wornbby the man in the photo as one which she had fitted on the man. The individual in the photo and the two other men indicated that the person photographed, had lost a bet with the other men and as a result he was to have his photograph taken, with a wig on.
The individual in the photo and the two other men indicated that the person photographed, had lost a bet with the other men and as a result he was to have his photograph taken, with a wig on. One of the other men had a Polaroid camera with him and after she fitted the man in the picture with the wig, all three of them stepped out in front of the building where the photo was taken and the wig was then removed.
stated she did not concentrate on the conversation between the men, however, she recalled that his trying on the wig had something to do also with a bet on some waterfront property.
The individual trying on the wig did not identify himself and gave no information concerning his employment or other personal background.
further identified this individual only as being bald except as having a fringeof brown hair around his temples, top of his ears, and around in back of his head.
She described the other two individuals as #2 being dark complected, possibly of Spanish extraction and stocky build, no beard; #3 was only described as a stocky white male. No car was observed. She said he was shiny bald on top; rounded head; sideburns to the bottom of the ear; thin, wispy and
She said he was shiny bald on top; rounded head; sideburns to the bottom of the ear; thin, wispy and greying, with original hair color in medium brown.
Interviewed on_4/24/72
a Bremerton, Washington Filc #SE 164-81
by SA
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This document contains nelther recommendations nor conclustons of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI ond Is loaned to your agency: # and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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INVESTIGATION TO IDENTIFY PHOTOGRAPH OF THE BALD HEADED MAN WEARING SUNGLASSES
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At New York, New York
On 4/26/72, a photograph, (#4) of a balding, white male, without a wig, wearing a sweater, striped tie and sunglasses, was furnished to the New York Office of the FBI, by
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It is noted that this photograph (#4) is a picture of the same man shown in Picture #3, except for the wig.
At Bremerton, Silverdale and Seattle, Washington
DB Cooper-24425
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was furnished to the New York Office of the FBI, by
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It is noted that this photograph (#4) is a picture of the same man shown in Picture #3, except for the wig.
At Bremerton, Silverdale and Seattle, Washington
DB Cooper-24425
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato af Transcription, 4/28/72
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L.1. IMPORTS (wig shop) , 427 Pacific Avenue, after viewing the photograph of the bald headed male, wearing dark glasses, stated that this unknown person was the one who had been fitted with a wig and photographed in front of her shop, possibly four or five weeks ago. He was accompanied by two other men. After being photographed the wig was returned. recalled they had given a story that the unknown man had won a bet which had been made in a local bar the night before. The bet he had won concerned some sort of land deal. She said the photograph did not show the true contour of the man's head and also did not show a few hairs which were growing on top of his bald head. She said she vaguely recalled seeing this man before, possibly at the Hearthstone.
She stated she had previously provided FBI Agents with a detailed account of the wig fitting incident.
She stated she had previously provided FBI Agents with a detailed account of the wig fitting incident.
Inforviewod on 4/26/72
ot Bremerton, Washington
File # SU 164-81
by SAS
&
MLW/11h
Dolo dictated 4/27/72
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DB Cooper-24426
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/1/72
1
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Washington, at King's Imports, 427 Pacific Avenue, identified the photograph of
wearing a wig and dark glasses as being the individual who came into 1 Imports approximately two months ago. She stated there were two other individuals with this man, but she could not furnish any identifying data concerning either one. She stated that they came into the shop sometime in the late morning and stayed for approximately one hour. She also identified the photograph of in which he is wearing dark glasses and is not wearing a wig as the
She also identified the photograph of in which he is wearing dark glasses and is not wearing a wig as the individual who came into the shop approximately two months ago and purchased a wig.
In the course of the interview, she later stated that she was not sure of this identification.

Interviewed on 4/28/72	at Bremerton, Washington File #	SE 164-81
SA
by SA	JER : bgW Date dictated	5/1/72

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DB Cooper-24427
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dalo of transcription.
5/1/72
1
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Washington, employed by King's Imports, 427 Pacific Avenue. Bremerton, Washington, advised that the photograph of wearing the wig looked like the individual who was in approximately two months ago.
Bremerton, Washington, advised that the photograph of wearing the wig looked like the individual who was in approximately two months ago. She later stated, "He is the guy" she tried the wig on.
She stated there were two other individuals with this man and that they were in the shop for about one hour. They stated they were going to buy him a wig because of a bet made in a bar the night before which he won. The bet had something to do about land. These men took photographs of the individual wearing the wig outside the store and said it was to show his wife. She described the wig as being a dish- water brown color. She stated he was about 41 years of age, approximately six feet tall and had large ears. She was unable to give any further description.
She stated that one individual was dark complexioned, had black hair and an accent. She stated she could not de- scribe him further.
She advised that she was unable to furnish any de- scription of the third man.

Interviewed on 4/28/72 al Bremerton, Washington Fllo #_SD.
She advised that she was unable to furnish any de- scription of the third man.

Interviewed on 4/28/72 al Bremerton, Washington Fllo #_SD.164-81
SA
by SA	JER : bgm Date dictated 5/1/72

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DB Cooper-24428
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Dato of transcription
5/1/72
}
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Bremerton, Washington, employed by King's Imports, 427 Pacific Avenue, identified the photographs of in which he is wearing a wig and dark glasses and the one in which he is not wearing a wig but with dark glasses as the individual who came into the shop several weeks previously and purchased a wig. She stated that there were two other indi- viduals with this man who were between 30 and 40 years of age. She was not able to furnish any other descriptive data concerning these individuals.
She stated that there were two other indi- viduals with this man who were between 30 and 40 years of age. She was not able to furnish any other descriptive data concerning these individuals. She stated they were in and out of the store for approximately one hour.
Intervlowod on 4/28/72 al Bremerton Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SA
by SA
JER: byw
Dale dictolod
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DB Cooper-2442FD-302 [REV. 11-27-70}
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription
5/3/72
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Lounge, 527 - 4th Avenue, Bremerton, Washington, advised upon looking at the photographs of the man wearing the wig and also wearing the black and white knit cap that the photograph is identical to who drinks in the Melody Lane Lounge and who works at the Lake Furniture Company. stated
and a white male, 50 years of age, approximately 5' 11" tall. 155 pounds, and has a
and
She also who
stated goes down and works at the Puget Sound Laundry.
stated
and a white male, 50 years of age, approximately 5' 11" tall. 155 pounds, and has a
and
She also who
stated goes down and works at the Puget Sound Laundry.
stated she would stake her life on her identification of being identical to the photographs. advised that had in fact just been in the Melody Lane Lounge at 1:00 p.m., on April 27, 1972.
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Interviewed on 4/27/72	Bremerton, Washington a1	File # SE 164-81
SA by	rig Date dictated	5/3/72

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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. Il is the property of the FBI ond is loaned to your agency: it ond ils contents are not lo be distributed outside your agency,
DB Cooper-2443FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/3/72
Melody Lane Lounge, b6 b7C
527 - 4th Avenue, Bremerton, Washington, advised that the of the Melody Lane Lounge is who could be reached at telephone number TR 1-1975.
Upon observing the photograph of the unknown man wearing a wig and the man in the black and white knit cap, stated that
Upon observing the photograph of the unknown man wearing a wig and the man in the black and white knit cap, stated that photograph is without a doubt identical to
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Intorviewed on
4/27/72
at Bremerton , Washington
File # SE 164-81
by SA
rig
Data dictated
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This document contains nellher recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI, It Is the property of the FBI and Is looned to your agency; il ond Iss contents ara not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-2443FD.302 [REV. 11-27-70}
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dote of Ironscriplion,
5/3/72
Bremerton, Washington, stated he knows everyone in the hotel, as he has lived in the area for the past 19 years. stated upon observing the photograph of the man wearing the wig and also the photograph of the man in the black and white knit cap, that these photographs were of who lives in room He stated is a quiet man, and usually dresses better than shown in these photographs.
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Interviewed on 4/27/72	at Bremerton, Washington	File # SE 164-81
by
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Interviewed on 4/27/72	at Bremerton, Washington	File # SE 164-81
by SA	/r18 Dote dictolod	5/3/72

2
149
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DB Cooper-24432
b6 b7C :unselectedFD-302 (REV. 11-27-70}
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dato of transcription 5/3/72
employed at the Lake Furniture Company, located at 6610 West Kitsap Way. Silverdale, Washington, stated he is employed by and that does not work for the Lake Furniture Company,
next to
the office of Hle stated upon observing the photographs of the man wearing the wig and the man dressed in the black and white knit cap that it was definitely and then asked a named who was
loading furniture, if this was not a picture of and replied it sure was, and went about his business. It was noted that observation of the next door reflects that the Renard Development Company
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it was definitely and then asked a named who was
loading furniture, if this was not a picture of and replied it sure was, and went about his business. It was noted that observation of the next door reflects that the Renard Development Company
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Interviewed on 4/27/72
al
Silverdale, Washington
File # SE 164-81
by SA rlg Dote dictated	5/3/72

2nl2
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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 end lis contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24433 :unselectedFD-302 (REV. 11-27-70}
. FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Daic of transcription 6/3/72
Bremerton, Washington, identified the photo- graph of the man wearing the sweater and tie without a wig as that of who has resided at the Bremerton, Washington, for approximately the last year and a half.
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Interviewed on
4/28/72
ol Silverdale, Washington
Filo #
SE 164-83
SA
rig
Dale dictated
5/3/72
by
-
151
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI.
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Interviewed on
4/28/72
ol Silverdale, Washington
Filo #
SE 164-83
SA
rig
Dale dictated
5/3/72
by
-
151
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of the FBI and is looned to your agency; It ond ils contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24434
b6 b7FD-302 [REV. 11-27-70} 1
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dole of transcription 4/28/72
Seattle, Washington, was interviewed at her place of business, the law firm of Degarmo, Leedy, Oles and Morrison, Seattle-First National Bank Building, Seattle, Washington, and furnished the following information :
for
She is the of the firm Degarmo, Leedy, Oles and Morrison. She was dis- played a photograph which she immediately recognized as In the photograph, was shown
wearing sunglasses and appearing to be bald. She has known
of or known of him for over three years as an associate
of Bremerton. She, herself, lived in Bremerton
for some time and is the reason why she knows believes that presently resides at on in Bremerton, She believes him to be a He has an
She
office in Silverdale, but she does not know the address.
in Bremerton
for some time and is the reason why she knows believes that presently resides at on in Bremerton, She believes him to be a He has an
She
office in Silverdale, but she does not know the address.
She described as appearing to be 55 years old but believes he is, in fact, years old. He has an which is not
particularly noticeable unless he furrows his brow. She stated that at one time he advised her that he had
however, she advised that it is
difficult to realize that they are since the teeth are discolored. She believes estranged wife, is employed at the Keyport Naval Station in Bremerton, Washington. She stated and his estranged wife see each other frequently.
She stated further that she was under the impression
that had recently "come into a lot of money" as he was apparently spending quite a bit and she was told by persons unrecalled that he had recently leased a new Buick automobile.
Interviewed on 4/27/72 at Seattle, Washington File # SE 164-81
V
SA
and
by SA
JWM:bfr
Date dictated
4/28/72
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F81. It Is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency: It and its contents are not lo be
Date dictated
4/28/72
- 152 -
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the F81. It Is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency: It and its contents are not lo be distributed outside your agency. DB Cooper-24435
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INTERVIEWS	WITH
AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION

N
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DB Cooper-24436
- 153FD-302 [REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/3/72
was contacted at the Safeway Store parking lot located at Wheaton Way and Sylvan Avenue in Bremerton, Washington, at approximately 6:00 p.m., on April 27, 1972, and invited down to the FBI Office in Bremerton, Washington, for interview. volunteered to accompany SAs and
to the FBI Office in Bremerton, Washington, to be interviewed.
At the outset. of the interview, executed a Voluntary Appearance and Waiver of Rights form. He then executed the following signed statement: "April 27, 1972 "Bremerton, Wash.
#I make the following volun-
tary statement to who have identified themselves to me as Special Agents of
#I make the following volun-
tary statement to who have identified themselves to me as Special Agents of the FBI. Special Agent has warned me of my rights and I have waived them as shown on an executed warning and waiver form.
#I
was born on I reside at
Silverdale, Washington I gradu- ated from high school and I have attended inter- mittently college.
"Upon observing photographs identified as #1 and #2 of an individual dressed in a sweater and tie, one wearing a wig and one without I wish to state this photograph is of me. The photo with me wearing the wig was taken on Pacific Ave in Bremerton, Washington in front of the wig shop. I don't recall where the other photograph of me #2 was taken but it must of have been taken about the same as I am dressed in the same clothes. The indivi- dual wearing the black and white hat identified
Interviewed on 4/27/72 at Bremerton, Washington
Fille # SE_164-81
SA
by SA
CSS/rlg - 154 -
Dote dictated
5/3/72
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI.
identified
Interviewed on 4/27/72 at Bremerton, Washington
Fille # SE_164-81
SA
by SA
CSS/rlg - 154 -
Dote dictated
5/3/72
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. Il 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-24437
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SE 164-81
as photograph #3 I wish to state is not me and I don't know who he is. Upon observing photograph #4 I recognize this as a photo of who was present along with his
father when the photo with the wig was taken. I never met the other party responsible for this photograph being taken, the unknown woman, talking to in either the Melody Lane or the Attic Lounge discussing a woman who as I understood received a large sum of money either from an estate or a settlement or both who was interested in investing it in My understanding was
this woman either in Seattle on the waterfront or
spent took my and that she expected to be romanced along with the investment. quite awhile discussing this and I stated well who was going to look at me romantically and then it got to be more or less a
quite awhile discussing this and I stated well who was going to look at me romantically and then it got to be more or less a joke and then we walked up the street to Pacific Avenue and went into a wig shop as we had mentioned some- thing about that I could always wear a wig. So we borrowed a wig from the clerk in the store under the guise we were going to buy the wig and then I put the wig on and photograph with a polaroid camera.
showed me this photograph but I did not receive a copy of it as he and were going to give it to the woman. I don't recall when photograph #2 was taken but it must have been about the same time as I was wearing the same clothes. After the photograph was taken the wig was returned to the wig shop. I decided against and
showing this photo to the woman so they did not .
"The glasses I was wearing in this photograph as I recalled I received from
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DB Cooper-24438
- 155 - :unselected3 SE 164-81
"Photograph #3 as far as I am concerned is not me and I don't know who it is.
wearing in this photograph as I recalled I received from
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DB Cooper-24438
- 155 - :unselected3 SE 164-81
"Photograph #3 as far as I am concerned is not me and I don't know who it is.
"I never met at the Swept Wing Motel at Sea-Tac Airport or at the Edgewater Inn in Seattle or anywhere else. I do not know a or a from Los Angeles, California; and never met them to my knowledge.
"I never received any money from or any of these men in connection with the photos identified as #1 and #2 taken of me.
"I have read the above 3 pagesstatement and it is true to the best of my recollection. I have initialed all corrections and pages.
"/s/
"Witnessed by
11/sz
Special Agent FBI 4-27-72
"/s/ SA, FBI, 4/27/72"
The following physical description and back- ground information concerning was ob-
tained by observation and interview:
Name
Race
Sex
White Male
Date of Birth
Place of Birth Height
54 10"
Weight
155 - 165
Blue
Eyes Complexion Build'
Fair Medium
Education
Graduated from high school, New York City, attended Long Beach Junior College, Long Beach, California, and New York University intermitently
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DB Cooper-24439
- 156SE 164-81
Residence
Marital
school, New York City, attended Long Beach Junior College, Long Beach, California, and New York University intermitently
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DB Cooper-24439
- 156SE 164-81
Residence
Marital Status
Bremerton, Washington Married to and has children years of age
Former wife
(phonetic)
resides New Orleans, Louisiana; by whom he has a son and a son and
a daughter 
Former Wife
residence
Riverdale, New Jersey
by whom he has a son and a daughter 
Brother
residing in Red Bank, New Jersey
Occupation
Silverdale, Washington Formerly employed as a
States he worked
out of
Characteristics Tattoos Arrest Record
Judge BRYAN, according to
Remarks
Lights his cigarettes right handed and signed his signature left handed.
DB Cooper-24440
- 157 -
b6 b7C
b6 b7FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
5/3/72
Dolo of transcription, was contacted at his office in the Medical Dental Building, Bremerton, Washington, at which time was present.
his client. stated that upon his advice, his client will not submit to a pylygraph test, and that he will not make any further statement prior to his receiving a copy of the statement
stated that upon his advice, his client will not submit to a pylygraph test, and that he will not make any further statement prior to his receiving a copy of the statement that previously furnished the FBI.
then stated that he was being inter- viewed by FBI agents at the same time that was being interviewed on the afternoon of April 27, 1972. He further stated that he has seen the FBI on the television program where three or four FBI agents interviewed a suspect and bombarded him with questions. He stated, "I know that this present investigation is a witch hunt and I know that is not the hijacker."
At this point the interview was about to be terminated when requested that his wife, who is employed as a with the United States Navy at the Bremerton Ship Yard, from whom he has been separated for the past two years, not be contacted or investigated in connection with this case. volunteered that although that
at the
in Bremerton, Washington. inferred that there was some sort of stepchild problem concerning his present wife and family.
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Interviewed on,
4/28/72
ot Bremerton, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SA
by SA
CSS/rlg
Date
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Interviewed on,
4/28/72
ot Bremerton, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SA
by SA
CSS/rlg
Date dittotod
5/3/72
- 158 - This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. [ is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency; W and its contents ore not to be distributed outside your ogenty.
DB Cooper-24441
b6 b7FD-302 (REV. I 1-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dalo of transcription.
4/28/72
Hazelwood Buick - Pontiac, 4117 Kitsap Way, Bremerton, Washington, was interviewed at his place of business and supplied the following information:
was vaguely familiar with and described him as a fairly good customer of liazel- wood Buick - Pontiac who had done business with the dealership for approximately five years. advised that during the month of January, 1972, had leased a Pontiac Catalina, Washington license four-door On April 20, 1972, purchased a dark blue Buick Le Sabre four- from Hazelwood Buick - Pontiac.
door, Washington license
furnished a copy of dated.
advised that during the month of January, 1972, had leased a Pontiac Catalina, Washington license four-door On April 20, 1972, purchased a dark blue Buick Le Sabre four- from Hazelwood Buick - Pontiac.
door, Washington license
furnished a copy of dated. April 20, 1972, to Special Agent
credit applicated
advised that one of his had talked to numerous times and was more familiar with him.
t
1
Interviewed on 4/27/72 at Bremerton, Washington File #
by SA SA
R.JH: b&w
Dota dictated
4/27/72
- 159 -
This document contains neilhor recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI, It is the property of the FBI ond Is loanod to your agoncy: M and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24442
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b6 b7C :unselectedTO.302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription, May 1, 1972
where he is employed as a was contacted at his place of employment, Haselwood Buick - Pontiac, 4117 Kitsap Way, Bremerton, Washington, telephone numbers ES 7- 0101 and MY 2-2145. provided the following information :
was displayed two photographs and asked if he knew either of the two individuals in the photographs.
provided the following information :
was displayed two photographs and asked if he knew either of the two individuals in the photographs.
stated he knew one of the individuals, who he stated
was but was unable to identify the individual in the second photograph. The individual in the second photograph had been previously identified as
advised
since about 1968. The
four-door
dark-blue Buick LaSabre, which he stated was sold to
on April 26, 1972. The license number of the Buick was Washington State.
advised that in addition to the above- mentioned Buick leased a bronze-colored Pontiac, four-door, Washington State License from Haselwood Buick - Pontiac. stated that was at Haselwood Buick as early as the current date, April 27, 1972, driving the aforementioned pontiac. He, had spoken to and
stated he was on his way to Seattle where he had a 1:30 p.m. appointment, place unknown.
his wife at
further stated that was living with b6 b7C
wife's name is
Silverdale, Washington. His (phonetic) and works at the Keyport
Naval Torpedo Station.
his wife at
further stated that was living with b6 b7C
wife's name is
Silverdale, Washington. His (phonetic) and works at the Keyport
Naval Torpedo Station. In addition, stated he believed
and that his place of business was located at
the Bremerton.
advised that sometimes can be located at the Melody Lane Cocktail Bar on 4th or 5th in Bremerton, where he frequently visits.
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Interviewed on
4/27/72
al
Bremerton, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SA SA
and rmh
Dolo dictated,
5/1/72
by
- 160 -
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.
DB Cooper-24443
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b6 b7C :unselectedFD-302 (REV. 11-27-701
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Date of transcription
5/1/72
by Xerox copies of the following items were furnished of Haselwood Buick - Pontiac Company, Kitsap Way at National Avenue.
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These items pertain to the purchase of a
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by
Silverdale, Washington:
1. Application for Certificate of Title;
2.
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These items pertain to the purchase of a
Buick b7c
by
Silverdale, Washington:
1. Application for Certificate of Title;
2. Credit Application;
3. Vehicle purchase order;
4. Conditional Sales Contract and Security Agreement.
stated that if it were necessary to produce the original records, either he or produce them.
would
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Interviewed on 4/28/72	Bremerton, Washington Filo #	SE 164-81
SA
by SA JFR: bgw Dato dictated	5/1/72

2
- 161 -
This document contains neithor recommendations nor conclusions of The FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is Toand to your agency; il and ils contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24444
b6 b7C :unselectedSE 164-81
In connection with
purchase of a 
Buick, he furnished credit information in which he listed a brother as Red Bank, New Jersey, and
b6 b7C listed his mother as Olympic View. He also indicated he had a bank account at First State Bank, and that his wife's bank account was at the Silverdale
He also indicated he had a bank account at First State Bank, and that his wife's bank account was at the Silverdale State Bank.
At Hazelwood Buick-Pontiac Company, it was learned that had picked up the Buick on the evening of 4/20/72 and had returned on the morning of 4/27/72 to pick up the registration for the car.
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On 4/27/72, the records of the Kitsap County Credit Bureau were caused to be reviewed and records reflect that has been known to that bureau since 8/68. His last address as of 3/72, is listed Bremerton, Washington. His wife is
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address is listed as Employment listed as
As of 2/72, Silverdale, Washington. and
address of
The records contain a former Anchorage, Alaska.
On 4/27/72,
Bremerton Police
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Department, advised that the records of his department reflect that Silverdale,
Washington, was arrested by the Bremerton Police Department on in connection with which charge he
received a fine of
On
was arrested for
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and was fined
The records reflect no photograph of however, reflect the following:
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Race:
on in connection with which charge he
received a fine of
On
was arrested for
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and was fined
The records reflect no photograph of however, reflect the following:
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Race:	White
Sex :	Male
Height :	5'10"
Weight:	160 lbs.
Eyes :	Blue
Hair:	Brown
Date of Birth:

:
DB Cooper-24445
- 162 - :unselectedSE 164-81
Kitsap County Sheriff's Office, advised on 4/27/72, that the records of her office reflect that on 7/2/70, was arrested for
She stated
stated that this that her records contain no photograph of reflect that he was born blue eyes, and resided at Silverdale, Washington.
however,
5'10" , 160 lbs ..
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DB Cooper-24446
- 1631 CSD: j1b
SE 164-81
The following information may not be published or utilized in any manner except in the usual proceeding following the issuance of a subpoena for production of the records of
to
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DB Cooper-24449
- 166SE 164-81
On 4/28/72,
of Silverdale
State Bank, Silverdale, Washington, advised that there is a
the usual proceeding following the issuance of a subpoena for production of the records of
to
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DB Cooper-24449
- 166SE 164-81
On 4/28/72,
of Silverdale
State Bank, Silverdale, Washington, advised that there is a current checking account active at his bank under the name of Silverdale,
Washington. Records for this account show that it has been a long-standing account into which deposits of
are regularly made at two-week intervals, as has proved to be the case according to recent records of the. account. described that account as a routine household checking account that reflects no unusual activity in his opinion. He reflected that these regular deposits are of the type that represent a regular pay check deposit.
It was noted, however, that two deposits were made back-to-back during the latter part of February, 1972; deposit, February 24, and deposit February 25. Current balance in the account as of April 25, 1972, was
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DB Cooper-24450
- 1.67 - :unselectedFD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dato of Iranscriplion, 5/1/72
lowing information:
Seattle, furnished the fol-
She is the
in the Seattle area.
11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dato of Iranscriplion, 5/1/72
lowing information:
Seattle, furnished the fol-
She is the
in the Seattle area. These process of being sold to a man named died November 28, 1971, located at which is a restaurant which was recently sold and has been taken over by the new owners; the which is in the and and bar. and his estate, which includes the above described propr- ties, is still in probate. Her accountant told her that estate had been ascertained in excess of Her attorneys, handled arrangements following death and have been handling the sales of some of the holdings. They have been so employed since December 1, 1971. Since died,
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che now believes she
of Seattle.
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of Her attorneys have advised her that from the time death, it would require four months of probate toallow claims to be made against the estate. Two days before the expiration of the fourth month period - a couple of claims were made against the estate which have tied up the settlement for an additional period of time.
Two days before the expiration of the fourth month period - a couple of claims were made against the estate which have tied up the settlement for an additional period of time. To date she has received no sums of money from the settlement of the estate, which she would consider investing in anything. Even if she were to receive a large sum of money today, she would not think of investing it, 'as she has many creditors that she would pay off before using the money for investment purposes. She has never told anyone that she had such a sum of money and has never told anyone she was interested in investing, particularly investing in In addition to the she also in These Seattle and
Interviewed on 4/28/72 of Seattle, Washington File + SE_164-81
1
by SA
/slb - 168 -
Dalo dictated
5/1/72
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This document contains nelther recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; il ond Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24452 SE 164081
estate and
Due to the complexity of the time required for settlement in probate, many people have had access to the information regarding her holdings.
DB Cooper-24452 SE 164081
estate and
Due to the complexity of the time required for settlement in probate, many people have had access to the information regarding her holdings. Some of these people have made offers of several of the One of these individuals is (PHONETIC), who is an individual in
She would des-
cribe him as a smooth operator and because of some of his actions and statements to her, she presently dislikes him. Another individual who would have knowledge of her assets and holdings was a friend or acquaintance of This individual, she believes resides in Port Orchard or Bremerton. She described as a
bore and an individual she never really paid much attention to. She seems to remember that boasted about his investments and thinks he, at one time, mentioned investing in She believes he would be the type who might say to other people that he would be able to get her to invest money. She believes he used to work at Pacific Marine Supply and is presently retired.
She again stated she has no knowledge of any arrangements that may have been made for her to invest money in and again stated she has never told anyone she wanted to invest or had sums of
She again stated she has no knowledge of any arrangements that may have been made for her to invest money in and again stated she has never told anyone she wanted to invest or had sums of money for investment purposes. She viewed photographs of neither of whom she recognized. She has never heard of either individual and, infact, knows very few people in the Bremerton area.
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- 169SE 164-81
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INTERVIEW WITH (FATIIER OF
DB Cooper-24453
- 170FO-302 (REV. 11-27-70]
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription, 5/2/72
was interviewed át
located
on the
Silverdale, Washington, by SAs and who identified themselves as Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Upon being exhibited photographs of the individual wearing a wig and the individual dressed in a black and white knit cap, stated he did not know the
identity of either of these individuals. explained that his son told him he had placed an ad in the Bremerton Sun newspaper, advertising that he had and mentioned the name of D. B. COOPER in this ad, stated that they
as a made as the result of this ad.
explained that his son told him he had placed an ad in the Bremerton Sun newspaper, advertising that he had and mentioned the name of D. B. COOPER in this ad, stated that they
as a made as the result of this ad. He stated
he did not hear that his son, had called until told him they had had a meeting and she was very impressed, and according to he knew, this was the last of it.
as far as
explained that his son figured he had a lead on the hijacking and he thought that if it worked out, he would know the identity of the hijacker. stated his son told him about the mysterious telephone call which he had received as the result of the ad that he had placed in the Bremerton Sun, which said he thought the voice was that of stated nothing more happened, as far as he knew.
However,
stated in response to his wife's remark about the fact that the man in the photograph was with that his wife was referring to the of the Melody Lane in Bremerton, Washington, and the incident she referred to occurred at Perl's Dance Hall. He further stated in regard to the that
were involved in in Port Angeles. Washington that this was as a result of his JOSEPH H.
He further stated in regard to the that
were involved in in Port Angeles. Washington that this was as a result of his JOSEPH H. LEWIS, who is agreement with him since
who was in a joint venture , which was known as
Hle eplained that this company
Interviewed on 4/27/72 al Silverdale, Washington Filo # SE 164-81
SA
by SA
CSS/rig
Dato dictated
5/1/72
b6 b7c
- 171 -
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FB1. It is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency; 11 ond its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24454
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C :unselected2 SE 164-81
! to the Orient, Japan and Korea.
stated from
JOSEPH H. LEWIS accused he and of the company and converting the assets to their own use; however, they could not prove the case and in 1967, Judge ROBERT BRYAN of Port Angeles, Washington, berated the prosecutor for bringing such a case into court.
stated that he and and
on May 1. 1968. JOE H. LEWIS died and as a result.
attorney,
advised that he had just called his was out of town until Sunday night.
LEWIS died and as a result.
attorney,
advised that he had just called his was out of town until Sunday night. believed that his son,
secretary had stated he said that he should consult counsel before submitting to a polygraph test and that they would be able to get in touch with their lawyer, who was presently in Las Vegas and Los Angeles on Monday, May 1, 1972, at which time they would advise whether
would submit to a polygraph test.
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24455
- 172 - :unselectedSE 164-81
b6 b7C
- 173 -
DB Cooper-2445SE 164-81
advised on 4/25/72. that he
and
, and that he had planned to
a Northwest Airlines plane in the Pacific Northwest, the eve of Thanksgiving, 11/24/71. He advised that the which was paid to was furnished by
also advised that had recently suffered a heart attack and underwent heart surgery and is presently recuperating.
Information was developed during the course of this inquiry that
listed a permanent address of b6 b7C
Los Angeles, California, but also has New York City.
Information was developed during the course of this inquiry that
listed a permanent address of b6 b7C
Los Angeles, California, but also has New York City.
an
Among his business interests,
is listed as
Santa
Monica, California. He also is shown as being
El Segundo, California. It also is noted that is listed as the
In considering an interview with
contact
was made on 5/1/72, with
, Los Angeles, California, who advised that is a patient under his care, presently convalescing from surgery performed at Santa Monica, California, in 3/72. stated that as part of his con- recently departed for
said he would not approve of at this time due to the condition
valenscence and an interview with of his health. is expected to return to the United States in about one month and if his condition was satisfactory, might then approve an interview.
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24457
- 174SE 164-81
AND
FOR
(SUBPOENA DUCES TECUM)
b3
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24458
- 175SE 164-81
At New York City, New York
On 4/28/72, advised that he had travelled to Washington, D. C .. on the evening of 4/27/72, where he contacted personal attorney of
and obtained a
On 4/29/72,
C .. on the evening of 4/27/72, where he contacted personal attorney of
and obtained a
On 4/29/72, advised that had ceased to be a salaried employee of as of 2/29/72, but that still had an interest in 2/72, pertaining
in the to
advised he had been in contact with b3 and it was decided that the material b6 b7C
concerning
and
should
not be released voluntarily, but stated that if a subpoena were addressed to them, the material would be produced.
In anticipation of an FBI Laboratory examination between the signature appearing on the for reportedly signed by and his known signature, a
"Waiver of Rights" dated 4/26/72 signed
was forwarded to the FBI Laboratory on 4/28/72. Also submitted at that time were major case prints of FBI Number
to On 4/29/72, a subpoena duces tecum was addressed
for production of certain material as set forth in the attached copy of this subpoena duces tecum.
b3 b6 b7C
b3 b6 b7c
b6 b7C
b3 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24459
- 1761
AO Form No. 110 ( Rev. 5-68 )
Subpoena to Testify Before Grand Jury
United States District Court FOR THE
Mestern District of Washington
5-68 )
Subpoena to Testify Before Grand Jury
United States District Court FOR THE
Mestern District of Washington
o
ISSUED IN BLAI
To
b3
b6
b7C
*
You Are hereby commanded to appear in the United States District. Court for the Western
District of Washington at 1010. 5th Ave.
in the city of Seattle on the xxxxx day of FORTHWITH 19
XX
at XX o'clock xx M. to
testify before the Grand Jury and bring with you 1
b3 b6
b7C
$This Subpoena will be satisfied (and personal appearance will no be required) by delivering the originals at the time of service to a representative of the F .B. T. (the witness may make copies). This subpoeffa is issued on application of the
CHARLES A. SCHAAF
Clerk.
b6
Date April 29, 19 72
b7C
By
Deputy Clerk.
1. Strike the words "and bring with you" unless the subpoena it to require the production of documents or tangible things, in which case the docu- mente end thinge should be designated In the blank space provided for that purpose.
RETURN
Received this subpoena at and on within named by delivering a copy to allowed by law.
unless the subpoena it to require the production of documents or tangible things, in which case the docu- mente end thinge should be designated In the blank space provided for that purpose.
RETURN
Received this subpoena at and on within named by delivering a copy to allowed by law.
at
I served it on the
and tendering" to
the fee for one day's attendance and the mileage
177
on
Date
19
DB Cooper-24460
By :selectedFO-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dole of fronserIplion, 5/2/72
New York, New York, was contacted at his office. He was advised of the identities of as Special Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) . He was advised that a subpoena had been issued in the United States District Court, Seattle, Washington on April 29, 1972, directed to him requiring the surrender of
April 30, 1972 -:
made available the following items on b3 b6 b7C
1.
2.
3.
4.
advised that he desired to contact the United States Attorney at Seattle before
advised he as
terminated his
employment at as of February 29, 1972 and his actual separation date upon completion of accrued leave was April 15, 1972. He advised that had retained a personal attorney, to represent him.
at Seattle before
advised he as
terminated his
employment at as of February 29, 1972 and his actual separation date upon completion of accrued leave was April 15, 1972. He advised that had retained a personal attorney, to represent him. advised
of Atlanta, Georgia
had paid
to
obtained a for this money which was mailed on April 29, 1972. advised he indicated he
by
notified
of the subpoena and
Interviewed on 4/30 - 5/1/72 ol New York, New York
File # NY 164-627
SAS
/pal:1dk
Dolo dictated 5/2/72
- 178 -
b3 b6 b7C
b3
b6 b7C
b3 b6 b7C
by
This document contains nelther recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FB1 and is loonod to your agency: # and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agoncy.
DB Cooper-24461
b6 b7NY 164-627 2
on May 1, 1972, advised he had discussed with United States Attorney
the
and was now
b3 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24462
- 179FO-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
. Dole of Ironscription 5/1/72
met b6 b7C
On April 30, 1972, SA Flight #47, United Airlines, ariving 8:35 p.m. at the Seattle Tacoma Airport and picked up a package with baggage claim number 2233-28, forwarded to Seattle by the FBI Office in New York.
at the Seattle Tacoma Airport and picked up a package with baggage claim number 2233-28, forwarded to Seattle by the FBI Office in New York.
The following items were contained in this package:
1.
2.
3.
4
b3 b6 b7C
Each of the items has been initialed and dated as follows :
R.W., 4/30/72.
Interviewed on
4/30/72
af Seattle, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
by SA
slb - 180 -
Dalo dictalod 5/1/72 b6 b7C
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; I and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-2446SE 164-81
At Seattle, Washington
are currently maintained in the Seattle Office as evidence in this case. At Atlanta, Georgia
b3 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24464
- 181FD-302 (REV. 3-17-69)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Doto.
5/4/72
At approximately 4:45 p.m. , My 1. 1972, an individual who identified himself as b6 b7C
telephonically contacted the Atlanta Office of the FBI, He advised he was calling for and that he had two documents which instructed him to turn over to the FBI.
who identified himself as b6 b7C
telephonically contacted the Atlanta Office of the FBI, He advised he was calling for and that he had two documents which instructed him to turn over to the FBI.
He requested to be provided with a receipt for these documents and in order that the receipt might be prepared in advance, he described the documents as follows:
(1)
(2)
advised that he worked in the b3 office of the on the third floor of the building, located at 52 Fairlie Street, N.W., Atlanta, Georgia.
b3 b6 b7C
located b6 b7C
On. 5/1/72 at Atlanta, Georgia
File #
Atlanta 164-254
by SA
jh
Date dictated 5/4/72 b6
b7C
- 182 - .
This document contains nelther tocommondollons nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI ond Is loonod to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency. DB Cooper-2446FD-302 (REV. 3. 17.69)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato. 5/4/72
was contacted
at the office of
b6
Atlanta, Georgia, He made available two documents, which are described below:
b7C
b3 b6 b7C
b3 b6 b7C
On this document the following notations in handwriting appear :
On_ 5/1/72 ot Atlanta, Georgia
Filo # Atlanta_164-254
by SA
jh
Dolo dicholed
which are described below:
b7C
b3 b6 b7C
b3 b6 b7C
On this document the following notations in handwriting appear :
On_ 5/1/72 ot Atlanta, Georgia
Filo # Atlanta_164-254
by SA
jh
Dolo dicholed 5/4/72 b6
b7C
- 183 -
This document contains noither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI ond Is looned to your ogency; 1 ond lis contents are not to be distributed outside your ogoncy.
DB Cooper-24462
AT 164-254
Besido each handwritten line appeared tho
initials and also in handwriting.
b3 b6 b7C
b3 b6 b7c
b3 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24467
- 184b3
b6
b7C
5
- 185 -
1
DB Cooper-2446b3
b6
b7C
DB Cooper-2446FD-302 (REV. 3-17.69]
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dole, 5/5/72
The following described documents were transported by SA from Atlanta, Georgia, to Washington, D. C., via Delta Air Lines (DAL).
At Washington, the documents were turned over to SA Documents Section, FBI Laboratory, for appropriate handling and examination.
(1) in hand printing beginning
(2)
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b3 b6 b7C
On. 5/1/72 -- Atlanta, Georgia
File $
Atlanta 164-254
by SA jh 187 -
Dale dictated 5/4/72 b6
b7C
This document contains nelther recommendallons nor
5/1/72 -- Atlanta, Georgia
File $
Atlanta 164-254
by SA jh 187 -
Dale dictated 5/4/72 b6
b7C
This document contains nelther recommendallons nor conclusions of the F81, It Is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agency; Hi and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-2447MCHOMY, FEB. 21, 1972
b3 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24471
. ......SE 164-81
At Seattle, Washington
In addition to the above material, were provided by
which were made by
during
These
have been received are also
at Seattle, and made. These being retained as evidence in this matter. The will be available for the use of the United States Attorney in the event of his request.
b3 b6 b7C
- 189 -
DB Cooper-2447FD-302 (REV. [1-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dole of transcription 5/2/72
1 On May 2. 1972, at approximately 1 p.m., SA received a package. from b6 b7C
of United Airlines, Flight #43, upon its arrival at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, from the New York, FBI Office.
The package was opened at the Seattle Office in the presence of SA and it was seen b3 to contain one
which were subsequently initialed by SA
b6 b7C
The package was opened at the Seattle Office in the presence of SA and it was seen b3 to contain one
which were subsequently initialed by SA
b6 b7C
Interviewed on 5/2/72 Seattle, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
by SA
/$Ib 190 -
Date dictated 5/2/72 b6 b7C
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI, Il Is the property of the FBI ond Is loaned to your ogency: It ond ils contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-2447SE 164-81
RESULTS OF EXAMINATION BY FBI LABORATORY CONCERNING FOR
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24474
- 191REPORT of the
A LABORATORY _A.
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20535

To:	SAC, Seattle (164-81)	Dato:	May 3, 1972
FBI Fife No.	164-2111
Re:	NORJAK	Lab. No.	D-720502001 LL

L
Specimens received 4/29/72, from FBI, Seattle:
K5 Interrogation; Advice of Rights form dated 4/26/72 signed b6 b7C
ALSO SUBMITTED: Major case prints of
Specimens received 5/1/72, from FBI, Atlanta:
Q46
b6
Q47
b7C
Result of examination:
.
D-720502001 LL

L
Specimens received 4/29/72, from FBI, Seattle:
K5 Interrogation; Advice of Rights form dated 4/26/72 signed b6 b7C
ALSO SUBMITTED: Major case prints of
Specimens received 5/1/72, from FBI, Atlanta:
Q46
b6
Q47
b7C
Result of examination:
. It was not determined whether any of the questioned writing on Q46 and Q47 was prepared by whose known signatures appear on K5 and on a fingerprint card
b6
b7C under A conclusion could not be reached in this regard because the known handwriting of available for comparison is not sufficiently adequate to permit a satisfactory examination.
No evidence of alteration was found in the typewritten amount on Q47 or the handwritten amount b7C
b6
on Q46. However, the possibility that additional zeros could have been added to these figures after the initial preparation of these documents could not be eliminated.
K5 is returned herewith to Seattle. Q46 and Q47 are being returned to Atlanta with copies of this report. Photographs of these specimens are retained. The disposition of the ALSO SUBMITTED material will be furnished separately.
DB Cooper-24475
.19

Your File No.
The disposition of the ALSO SUBMITTED material will be furnished separately.
DB Cooper-24475
.19

Your File No.	164-81
FBI File No.	164-2111
Latent Case No.	A-45410

0
May 3, 1972
b6 b7C
RE:
Three latent fingerprints, which were developed
on Q46,
and one latent fingerprint developed on Q47, a contract dated February 21, 1972, be- tween
have been identified as
fingerprints of
DB Cooper-24476
19FD-302 (REV. 1 1-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription, 5/2/72
provided by
in response to a subpoena duces tecum, to by Special Agents 5/1/72, and a positive identification of
on
was made, as
In addition the furnished by involving the
also
by Special Agents
and and was recognized as that of and that of
It is noted that Special Agents have previously interviewed on two previous occasions and on at least four previous occasions.
b3 b6 b7C
b6 b7C
Interviewed on
5/1/72
ot
Seattle, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SAS
&
by
CSS/klb
Date dictated
5/1/72
b6
b7C
- 194 -
This document contains neither
b3 b6 b7C
b6 b7C
Interviewed on
5/1/72
ot
Seattle, Washington
File #
SE 164-81
SAS
&
by
CSS/klb
Date dictated
5/1/72
b6
b7C
- 194 -
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI, It Is the property of the FBI and is foaned to your agency: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-2447x
SE 164-81
PROCESS
DB Cooper-24478
- 195SE 164-81
At Seattle, Washington
On 4/29/72, the facts in this case were discussed, with United States Attorney STAN PITKIN who advised that he would authorize prosecution and would immediately draft a subpoena duces tecum for the purpose of obtaining the note for the reportedly signed by as well as b3 b6 b7C
for the other material, such as
of. Northwest Airlines Flight #305.
He also advised that he would draw up a complaint and affidavit as soon as possible.
On 5/2/72, a complaint
was signed by
SA before U.S. Magistrate CHARLES A. SCHAAF, Seattle, Washington, and a warrant issued the same date. The complaint and affidavit are set out as follows :
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24479
- 1961
STAN PITKIN United States Attorney
x 1012 United States Courthouse Seattle, Washington.
The complaint and affidavit are set out as follows :
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24479
- 1961
STAN PITKIN United States Attorney
x 1012 United States Courthouse Seattle, Washington. 98104 (206) 442-7970
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT WESTERN DISTRICT OF WASHINGTON AT SEATTLE
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, ) )
Plaintiff,
) ) > >
COMPLAINT FOR
V.
also known ) ) ) ) ) )
b6 b7C
Defendants.
COUNT I That beginning on or about the first day of February 1972, and continuing to the date of this complaint, in King. County and Kitsap County in the Western District of Washington,
also known as
and the defendants herein, did wilfully and unlawfully combine, conspire and agree together to commit offenses against the'United States, to wit, to
by
b6 b7C
'Cro 1 1946 Of -+114.554
DB Cooper-24480
2 3 4 5 G 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3MANNER AND MEANS
x
It was a part of the conspiracy that the defendant also known as
b6 b7C
in Los Angeles, California on or about February 1, 1972 and stated that he
It was further a part of the conspiracy that the defendants also known as
and
of twenty dollar bills
as ransom for the release of passengers on
x
It was a part of the conspiracy that the defendant also known as
b6 b7C
in Los Angeles, California on or about February 1, 1972 and stated that he
It was further a part of the conspiracy that the defendants also known as
and
of twenty dollar bills
as ransom for the release of passengers on Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 305 at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on November 24, 1971.
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
It was further a part of
defendants
also known as
and
SPO : 1954 07 -214-054
198
DB Cooper-24481
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
b6 b71 2 3 4 5 G 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
b6 b7C
at the Swept Wing Inn in King County, Washington on .or about February 16, 1972 and
It was further a part of
that the defendants
also known as
and
b6 b7C
the hi-jacking of Flight 305
and
and otherwise
OVERT ACTS
1. On or about February 1, 1972 the defendant
also known as
b6 b7C
2. On or about February 13, 1972 the defendant
also known as
b6 b7C
199
C10 1 1966 07 -214-154
DB Cooper-244821 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
b6 b7C
3. On or about February 16, 1972 the defendant also known as
b6 b7c
4.
13, 1972 the defendant
also known as
b6 b7C
199
C10 1 1966 07 -214-154
DB Cooper-244821 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
b6 b7C
3. On or about February 16, 1972 the defendant also known as
b6 b7c
4. On or about February 16, 1972 the defendant
b6 b7C
5. On or about February 21, 1972 the defendant
also known as
b6 b7C
6. On or about February 12, 1972 the defendant
also known as
b6 b7C
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
7. . On or about February 21, 1972 the defendant
also known as
b6 b7C
8. On or. about February 22, 1972 and February 23, 1972 the defendant
b6 b7C
.
Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 305 on November 24,
1972.
9. On or about February 23, 1972 the defendant
b6 b7C
CPO1 1160 07-214.834
200.
DB Cooper-24483 
1 2 3
All in violation o of
4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
COUNT II
1. The defendants
also known
as
2. On or about the 16th day and the 20th day of February, 1972 the defendants
also known as
All in violation of
201
b6 b7c
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
CPO : 1966 07-214-450
DB Cooper-2448i
1 2 3 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 11 12
The complainant states that this complaint is based upon
The original copy has been
February, 1972 the defendants
also known as
All in violation of
201
b6 b7c
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
CPO : 1966 07-214-450
DB Cooper-2448i
1 2 3 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 11 12
The complainant states that this complaint is based upon
The original copy has been examined by the F.B. I. laboratory in Washington, D.C. and determined
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
Further,
Fingerprints lifted from by the F.B.I. laboratory in Washington, D.C.
have been identified as belonging to Further,
which took place on the morning of February 23, 1972 on a beach fronting Puget Sound in King County, Washington, have by agents of the F. B. I. personally
familiar with the defendants
also known
as
202.
cro: 1966 0J-1te-134
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-2448₩
are in the custody of the F.B. I. ). Agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, familiar with
Complainant further states that interviewed by Special Agents of the F.B. I. and has related the following:
Onor about February 1, 1972 received two telephone calls from a who in subsequent personal contacts identified himself as . the caller stating that
In response to this information
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
SPOL 1944 Of == 214-454
203.
the caller stating that
In response to this information
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
SPOL 1944 Of == 214-454
203.
DB Cooper-24486
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7*
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
The complainant further states that he believes that the statements made by to Special Agents of the F. B. I. are accurate in that
and
photographs of also known as and
b6 b7C
have been identified by and other persons, as the individuals
CHARLES E. FARRELL Special Agent Federal Bureau of Investigation ÚJ. Sworn to before me, and subscribed in my presence
› 1972.
CHARLES A. SCIIAAF
United States Magistrate
204
CPO L 1944 OF-214-434
DB Cooper-24487
1 2 3 4 5 G 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
A
On or about February 20, 1972EXHIBIT "A"
2
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205
DB Cooper-2448EXHIBIT B
I
je
b6 b7C
20€
DB Cooper-2448b6 Fb7C
207
DB Cooper-24490 :selectedb6 b7C
208
DB Cooper-2449SE 164-81
b6 b7c
- 209 -
DB Cooper-2449SD-302 (REV. 11-27-70}
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dote of transcription 5/-3/7-2
was arrested
At 11:46 a.m. at his residence in by SA and SA At the time of this arrest, SAS and were covering the rear of the residence. 1 :
b6 b7C was advised of his rights as shown on an Interrogation; Advice of Rights form by SA 
b6
b7C but refused to sign this rights form or to consent to a search of his residence without a search warrant without previously talking to his lawyer.
Custody of
to Special Agents 12:14 p.
b6
b7C but refused to sign this rights form or to consent to a search of his residence without a search warrant without previously talking to his lawyer.
Custody of
to Special Agents 12:14 p.m.
was turned over at
b6 b7C
Intervlowod on
ot Seabeck. Washington
File # SE 164-81
SA
by SA
JMH/dis
Date dictated 5/3/72
- 210 -
This document contains mellhor recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is looned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agoncy.
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-2449FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription,
5/3/72
At approximately 11:55 a. m. SAs
and proceeded to the residence of
Seabeck,,
Washington, where also known as was initially; placed under arrest by SAS
was then taken into custody by SAS and informed that " he was under arrest for the violation of the
was then transported by Bureau automobile to Bremerton, Washington. En route to Bremerton Washington, stated he had no statement to make and would refuse to sign any waiver of search form for his residence on his office until he had conferred with his attorney, and if he had no
objection he would do so.
En route to Bremerton Washington, stated he had no statement to make and would refuse to sign any waiver of search form for his residence on his office until he had conferred with his attorney, and if he had no
objection he would do so. At this point,
was again advised of his rights by SA
As the Bureau car passed office, located on West Kitsap Way in Silverdale, Washington, was asked by SA if he had signed a note
for
the ban on a new
for so she could pay off which she had purchased.
stated he had no knowledge pur- chased a new and stated he had not signed a note for payable to her. further
stated that had in fact just purchased another new car, and pointed out a brown colored sedan parked in front of his office as the Bureau car passed and commented he did not know where she got her money.
was then advised he was being taken to the FBI Office in Seattle, where he would be finger- printed and photographed and then he would be taken before the U. S. Commissioner for an appearance where the charge would be read against him and bail bond would be set. was then taken to the Seattle, Washington Office of the FBI, via the Bremerton to Seattle ferry.
was then taken to the Seattle, Washington Office of the FBI, via the Bremerton to Seattle ferry. During the
Interviewed on SA SA
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by
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ride on the Bremerton to Seattle ferry, was furnished a lunch consisting of a ham sandwich and a bottle of milk.
On this occasion, remarked, "how about the story in the Seattle Flag newspaper?" When SA inquired where had heard about the story in the Seattle Flag; stated he read about it in the Bremerton Sun newspaper and was trying to get a copy of the Flag. was then
asked if the Seattle Flag, and he then sat very quietly and stared straight ahead with- out making any comment.
When arrived at the FBI Office at Seattle, Washington, he was fingerprinted and photo- graphed and the contents of his pockets were examined.
When arrived at the FBI Office at Seattle, Washington, he was fingerprinted and photo- graphed and the contents of his pockets were examined. It is noted that the following evidence was seized from his person, incidental to his arrest:
1.
which bears the stamp date of and also the number
2 · received from
for
signed by
on a piece of paper bearing at the bottom of this piece of paper.
In addition to the above xerox copies of the following papers in possession were also made:
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DB Cooper-24495
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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2
Doto of IronserIplion, 5/3/72
was arrested by Bureau Agents b6 b7C
at 11:13 a.m. on in front of Jack's Cafe, Highway 16, Gorst, Washington. At 11:16 a.m.
executed a voluntary consent to search form relative to the search of his apartment, Bremerton,
Washington. Following the execution of this form, was transported by Bureau car to the FBI Resident Agency, Bremerton, Washington, arriving at 11:30 a.m.
Upon arrival at the FBI Resident Agency, requested a telephone call which was granted and he telephonically contacted his attorney.
Upon arrival at the FBI Resident Agency, requested a telephone call which was granted and he telephonically contacted his attorney.
At 11:44 a.m., was transported via Bureau car and Bremerton - Seattle Ferry to the FBI Office, Seattle, Washington, arriving at 12:55 p.m.
While in the Seattle Office of the FBI, photograph was taken and at 1:18 p.m. he furnished an additional voluntary consent to search form for his office which is located in Bremerton, Washington.
At 2:55 p.m. was transported via Bureau car to the United States Federal Court House where he was incarcerated at the United States Marshal's Office at 3:12 p.m.
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File #
SE 164-81
SAS
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Data dictotod 5/3/72
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DB Cooper-24498
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SEARCH
DB Cooper-24499
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Re :
At the time of his arrest on executed a consent to search his
DB Cooper-24498
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SEARCH
DB Cooper-24499
- 216SE 164-81
Re :
At the time of his arrest on executed a consent to search his office and his hotel room and made available the following items to assist in that search:
1. A key to office, which key bore the trade name "Schlage".
2. A key to the
which key bears the brand name
"Weiser" on one side and the number
on the reverse.
3. A business card of
Silverdale, Washington, which bears on the reverse side the combination for the safe in his office.
The above items were returned personally to b6 b7C
on 5/3/72 by SA , on the occasion of. release on bail, in the office of the U.S. District Court Clerk, Seattle, Washington.
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DB Cooper-24500
- 217FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
4/28/72
A telephone call was received at the Seattle Office of the FBI from an individual identifying himself as and he stated he is in the b6 b7C
in Bremerton, Washington. He stated he was in- quiring concerning and the reason for his in- quiry was that on the morning of 4/24/72 he was in office at Bremerton, when
He stated he was in- quiring concerning and the reason for his in- quiry was that on the morning of 4/24/72 he was in office at Bremerton, when the secretary received a telephone call. During the course of the telephone conversation, she asked the caller whether he had a search warrant. She then continued the conversation for a few minutes and upon completion of the call, she picked up a number of papers, put some of the papers in the safe and closed it; put some under her arm and told him that she was closing the office as the FBI was coming. She then left the office and locked it.
Interviewed on
4/24/72
ol Seattle, Washington
Filo #
SE 164-81
by SA
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DB Cooper-24501 :unselectedFD-302 [REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Doto of Ironscription 5/3/72
The premises at -the office on the east side of the building, was searched.
11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Doto of Ironscription 5/3/72
The premises at -the office on the east side of the building, was searched. This search was conducted with the authority of a Consent to Search furnished by
Nothing was seized.
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SA	5/3/72
by SA	WRM : bgw Dato dictated

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DB Cooper-2450FD-302 [REV, 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/3/72
I
The premises at the ៛ were searched. This search was conducted with the authority of a Consent to Search provided by
The following items were seized:
1. One business card of
2. One business card of
3. . One passenger ticket and baggage check copy, Northwest Orient Airlines;
Nothing else was seized.
. One passenger ticket and baggage check copy, Northwest Orient Airlines;
Nothing else was seized.
The above was the residence address of
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SA
by SA	WRM : bgw Date dictated	5/3/72

2
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DB Cooper-24503
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RE :
At the time of arrest, he refused to consent to a search of his residence or any other premises without a search warrant. As a result a search warrant was issued on 5/2/72 by U. S. Magistrate CHARLES A. SCHAAF for the residence of and for his office. In describing the premises of office, specific mention as an object of the search was made of a walk-in vault which is maintained in his office space.
In describing the premises of office, specific mention as an object of the search was made of a walk-in vault which is maintained in his office space.
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In searching the office space of it was found that the combination to the walk-in vault, according to had been lost, and it probably would be necessary to drill to gain entrance.
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DB Cooper-24504
- 221 - :unselectedFD-302 (REV. I I'-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dolo of Ironscription_5 /5/72
The residence of
who is also known as located in was searched pursuant to a search warrant. Present at the search in addition to the Special Agents of the FBI were his wife, his sister, and Following are the items taken during that search:
One sheet of paper with notes thereon including the wording and
One Universal Credit Card charge form from WAL, Seattle to Los Angeles, 2/9/72, and WAL folder
One WAL boarding pass, Flight 622 10.
Papers stapled together including WAL passenger coupon, Seattle to Los Angeles and return, dated 2/9/72, receipt from International Hotel, Los Angeles, 2/9/72, and Cross Sound Commuters Airline Receipts for 2/9 and 2/10/72
Metsker
Papers stapled together including WAL passenger coupon, Seattle to Los Angeles and return, dated 2/9/72, receipt from International Hotel, Los Angeles, 2/9/72, and Cross Sound Commuters Airline Receipts for 2/9 and 2/10/72
Metsker map of Clark County, Washington
Envelope from Washington Department of Natural Resources containing flight indexes for aerial photographs for Southwest Washington and two order blanks
FBI List of bills paid in air piracy case, dated 11/29/71
Dark glasses with gold colored metal frames
Interviewed on
5/2/72
of Seabeck, Washington
File #
SE 164-87
SA
SA
SA
&
by SA
RBC/dis Dato dictated 5/3/72
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DB Cooper-24502 SE 164-81
At the conclusion of the search, was given an itemized list of the articles described above, which were taken.
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DB Cooper-24506
- 223FD-302 [REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato of transcription 5/3/72
During the execution of a search warrant issued May 2, 1972 by U.
11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dato of transcription 5/3/72
During the execution of a search warrant issued May 2, 1972 by U. S. Magistrate CHARLES A. SCHAAF, the following articles were found by this Agent in the residence of
In the kitchen, a large table contained three wire baskets. The bottom wire basket contained six paper articles stapled together as follows: A pink slip from Cross Sound Commuter Airline #53746 dated February 9, 1972 to a a room slip for Room 627 in the name of departure date 2/10, arrival date 2/9; a yellow receipt #33 dated February 10, 1972 in the name of one International Hotel receipt #97856 for for expenses listed for February 9, 1972; one Western Airlines passengers coupon issued 9 February 1972 to from Seattle, Washington, to Los Angeles and return; and one Reservation slip for apparently a computerized document.
Located on top of this table in the kitchen was one pair of dark sunglasses with gold frames.
Also located on top of this table was a Western Airlines boarding pass, Flight 622 10 with destination listed as SEA.
Also located on top of this table was a Western Airlines boarding pass, Flight 622 10 with destination listed as SEA.
Located under this table was a metal cabinet. In the third drawer from the top of this metal cabinet was found a packet for a map of Clark County produced by Metsker Maps. Within this packet was found a map of Clark County, Washington, as well as an envelope from the State of Washington, Department of Natural Resources, addressed to postmarked March 3, 1972. This envelope contained a flight index, symbol SW-68, a flight index symbol SW-H-69, a document titled Photo Map Status, State of Washington, and two yellow blank order forms for Aerial photography.
In the fourth drawer from the top of themetal cabinet located underneath the table in the kitchen was
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Interviewed on 5/2/72 al Seabeck Washington
File #
SE-164-81
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by SA
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Date dicioted
5/3/72
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893 998A 69 L54 904 730A 69 L33 182 997 A 69
In comparing these 13 serial numbers with the serial numbers which appear on three $20 bills which were xeroxed and reported to be part of the ransom bills, it is noted that all three of the serial numbers appearing ₼ the three xerox bills appear on the list of 13 bills which were marked with a tick out of the total of 10,000 bills.
Interviewod on 5/3/72 at Seattle, Washington
File #
SE 164-87
SA
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by
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This document contains nelthor recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agoncy; il end Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-245020
UNITED STATES
THES WOTE 12 LEGAL TENDER FOR ALL DEBTS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE
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12
IA
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THIS ROTE ES LEGAL TENDER FOR ALL DEUTS. PUBLIC AND PRIVATE
IL
12
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DB Cooper-24510
OFAMERICA
P.14
L 201689.77 A
WASHINGTON, D.C. IT
LIKES
W
LEER
227
OFAMERICA
20
L 54904730 A WASHINGTON, D.
PUBLIC AND PRIVATE
IL
12
L 20168977 A
20
DB Cooper-24510
OFAMERICA
P.14
L 201689.77 A
WASHINGTON, D.C. IT
LIKES
W
LEER
227
OFAMERICA
20
L 54904730 A WASHINGTON, D.CFD-302 (REV, 11-27-70)
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1
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1
Dale of transcription
5/3/72
Pursuant to a search warrant issued on May 2, 1972, by U. S. District Court Clerk, CHARLES A. SCHAAF, Seattle, Washington, premises located at Bremerton, Washington, was searched.
The premises consisted of one office located on the ground floor, which office has a walk-in type vault. The vault area was not searched due to fact it was locked and there was no combination to same.
The search of premises started at 7:02 PM on May 2, 1972, and a copy of the search warrant was left on premises.
No items were taken from the premises and the search was concluded at 8:37 PM.
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Interviewed on
5/2/72
ot
Bremerton, Washington
Filo #
164-81
b
LILR : jgmDote dictated.
5/5/72
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5/5/72
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DB Cooper-2451x
SE 164-81
ARRAIGNMENT
DB Cooper-24512
- 229SE 164-81
On 5/2/72,
appeared before U.S. Magistrate
CHARLES A. SCHAAF, U.S. Court House, Seattle, Washington, at 3:37 PM, at which time both were represented by Both defendants waived a reading of the complaint and affidavit, which was gone into pre- viously by Mr. SCHAAF during these proceedings. Mr. SCHAAF advised both defendants of their right to counsel and set a preliminary hearing for 5/15/72, at 9:30 A.M. Bail was set for at payable in cash or equivalent security and the remainder in surety bond.
Bail for
was set at
either cash
or surety bond.
Both were remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshal pending arrangements for their respective bail.
On 5/3/72, were released at 2:35 P.M., after bail was provided for both defendants by
and the latter's wife,
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, after bail was provided for both defendants by
and the latter's wife,
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DB Cooper-24513
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FBI
Date:
5/12/72
Transmit the following in
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
Via
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
1
4 
FROM: AC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT
NORJAK
Re
Re Detroit airtel to Los Angeles, 4/28/72.
For the information of Los Angeles, a has previously been
named as a suspect in this matter. The whereabouts of at Seattle at the time of captioned hijacking has been verified. This information is being furnished to Los Angeles, in view of the possibility that may be identical with who resides at Washington and is assigned to Portland, Oregon, although he flies on flights originating at the Seattle Tacoma International Airport.
2 Los Angeles 1- Detroit (Info) (164-115) 2 - Seattle JSD/rlg (5)
164-497-492
SEARCHED A INDEXED SERIALIZED 19 FILED 2 MAY 1 5 1972 ES des
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Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-24514
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A INDEXED SERIALIZED 19 FILED 2 MAY 1 5 1972 ES des
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Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-24514
4 b6 b7C
b6 b7FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
5/15/72
Transmit the following in
PLAIN
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE
NITEL
(Priority)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) FEE SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) OGW
FROM: SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
RE NA# SUSPECT
FBI NUMBER
AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, ADVISED
THAT DURING RECENT CONVERSATION WITH CALIFORNIA, MENTIONED HAVING FORMER ROOMMATE WHO HAD SPOKEN OF PLAN SIMILAR TO HIJACKING OF PLANE IN SEATTLE. THIS DATE, INTERVIEWED AT PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT,
IN LONG BEACH,
LONG BEACH. ADVISED FORMER ROOMMATE REFERRED TO IN HIS CONVERSATION WITH WHO ALSO USED
NAME G
STATED REMARKS MADE TO
HORE BASED ON COMMENTS BY
WHILE DRINKING HEAVILY IN 164-497-493 SEARCHED
1 - MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (AM) 1 - PORTLAND (164-41) (AM) 164-497 crs/kah (3)
INDEXED
SERIALIZED 00
Ces
SC SE 830
Sent
Per
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1970 0 - 402-235 DB Cooper-24515
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PAGE TWO
LONG BEACH BAR
SC SE 830
Sent
Per
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1970 0 - 402-235 DB Cooper-24515
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PAGE TWO
LONG BEACH BAR A MONTH OR TWO BEFORE THANKSGIVING, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE.
CANNOT RECALL SPECIFICS OF CONVERSATION OTHER THAN
FACT MADE STATEMENT TO EFFECT IT WAS TOO LATE TO START OVER, DEFINITELY SPOKE OF PARACHUTING FROM PLANE, AND MENTIONED A MILLION DOLLARS. STATED CONVERSATION DEFINITELY- TOOK PLACE PRIOR TO THANKSGIVING DAY, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE, AS A TRANSIENT TYPE INDIVIDUAL, MOVED INTO
APARTMENT ONE MONTH OR SO PRIOR TO LEAVING FOR OREGON. HE RECALLS LEAVING ABOUT THE FIRST WEEK OF NOVEMBER, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE.
ADDED
EMPLOYED
AND KNEW HIM TO HAVE RECENT DRUNK ARREST BY LONG BEACH POLICE DEPARTMENT (LBPD).
STATED
HAS
IN OREGON, SPECIFIC CITY OR ANY=DETAILS NOT RECALLED. HE STATED ARTIST'S CONCEPTION OF HIJACKER NOT GOOD LIKENESS OF
advised
LONG BEACH, INTERVIEWED AND STATED
BETTER KNOWN AS-
FIRST EMPLOYED
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LA 164-497
PAGE THREE
ON FEBRUARY TWO,
FIRST EMPLOYED
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LA 164-497
PAGE THREE
ON FEBRUARY TWO, NINETEEN SIXTY SIX AND QUIT ON SEPTEMBER TWENTY EIGHT, NINETEEN SIXTY SIX. REHIRED NOVEMBER TWENTY NINE, NINETEEN SEVENTY AND QUIT JUNE TEN, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE. ONLY OTHER INFORMATION IN RECORDS WAS ADDRESS OF LONG BEACH, AND SOCIAL
SECURITY NUMBER
HE RECALLS AS EXTREMELY INTELLIGENT INDIVIDUAL WITH LIVING IN OREGON.
RECALLS HAVING SENT MONEY TO IN OREGON. BELIEVES MONEY
SENT DURING PERIOD OF LAST EMPLOYMENT OR SHORTLY THEREAFTER, TO AN ADDRESS IN PORTLAND, BUT NOT CERTAIN. STATED ARTIST'S CONCEPTION APPEARS SIMILAR TO BUT NOTES MOUTH APPEARS
DIFFERENT. HE DESCRIBED AS WHITE MALE, OF AGE, FIVE FEET TEN, ONE SEVENTY FIVE POUNDS, LIGHT BROWN RECEDING AND THINNING HAIR, FAIR COMPLEXION, EXCELLENT PHYSICAL CONDITION. STATED CLAIMED TO HAVE BEEN EMPLOYED IN OVER THIRTY DIFFERENT OCCUPATIONS, WAS ARTICULATE, BUT NEVER MENTIONED BEING PILOT OR PARACHUTIST.
RECORDS, LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA POLICE DEPARTMENT REVEALED
FBI NUMBER
ARRESTED b6 b7C
FEBRUARY TWENTY FIVE, NINETEEN
RECORDS, LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA POLICE DEPARTMENT REVEALED
FBI NUMBER
ARRESTED b6 b7C
FEBRUARY TWENTY FIVE, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE, BY INSTANT POLISE
DB Cooper-24517 :unselectedLA 164-497
PAGE FOUR
DEPARTMENT FOR DRUNK DRIVING. DESCRIBED AS WHITE MALE,
BORN
FIVE FEET ELEVEN, TWO HUNDRED POUNDS, BROWN HAIR, HAZEL EYES. AT TIME OF ARREST,
RIDING MOTORCYCLE
BEARING OREGON LICENSE FBI IDENTIFICATION RECORD IN FILE INDICATES
FINGERPRINTED
BY AIR FORCE, JULY TWENTY FIVE, NINETEEN FIFTY TWO WITH AIR FORCE SERIAL NUMBER AND AND HAS PRIOR ARRESTS SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA/ BOISE, IDAHO, IN NINETEEN SIXTY FOUR.
PORTLAND CONDUCT LOGICAL INVESTIGATION TO LOCATE AND ESTABLISH WHEREABOUTS OF DURING PERTINENT PERIOD, NOTING ON FEBRUARY TWENTY FIVE, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE, HAD MOTOR- CYCLE BEARING OREGON LICENSE
SACRAMENTO, THROUGH CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE DIVISION, OBTAIN PHOTOGRAPH OF DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER b6 b7C
AND FURNISH TO PORTLAND,
MINNEAPOLIS AND SEATTLE FOR DISPLAY TO WITNESSES.
NOTING ON FEBRUARY TWENTY FIVE, NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE, HAD MOTOR- CYCLE BEARING OREGON LICENSE
SACRAMENTO, THROUGH CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE DIVISION, OBTAIN PHOTOGRAPH OF DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER b6 b7C
AND FURNISH TO PORTLAND,
MINNEAPOLIS AND SEATTLE FOR DISPLAY TO WITNESSES.
LOS ANGELES, WILL FORWARD TO APPROPRIATE OFFICES PHOTOGRAPHS OF WEARING WIG, MUSTACHE AND GOATEE FOLLOWING DRUNK b6 b7C
ARREST BY LBPD FEBRUARY NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE.
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LA 164-497
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MINNEAPOLIS AND PORTLAND ADVISED AIR MAIL. ARMED AND DANGEROUS. PENDING.
DB Cooper-2451FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
5/16/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via ATRIFT REGISTERED MAIL,
(Priority)
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Los Angeles nitel dated 5/15/72.
Re: Suspect aka
Enclosed for each receiving office are two photos of captioned suspect.
These photographs were taken in February 1971, by the Long Beach, California, Police Department, following a drunk arrest and while suspect was wearing a wig.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Seattle (Encls. 2) (RM) 2 - Minneapolis (Encls.
These photographs were taken in February 1971, by the Long Beach, California, Police Department, following a drunk arrest and while suspect was wearing a wig.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Seattle (Encls. 2) (RM) 2 - Minneapolis (Encls. 2) (RM) Portland (Encls. 2) (RM) @/- Los Angeles crs/er (8)9 
164-497-484 SEARCHED 7
OFFICE COPY
FILED
INDEXED SERIALIZED 8 gel
Approved: Wallet na
Sent
M Per
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1970 O - 402-735 DB Cooper-24520
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AINTEL
AIR MAIL
TO: 
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
RE: 
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Ro Detroit airtel to Los Angeles dated 4/28/72 and Seattle airtel to Los Angeles dated 5/12/72.
RE:
Records of U.S. Customs District Personnel Files, Los Angeles, California, were caused to be reviewed and rovoded no Customs Security Officer in the Los Angeles area identifiable with the name of
Inasmuch as Portland, Oregon, and referred to in referenced Detroit airtel as a employed at Los Angeles are possibily identical, no further investigation being conducted at Los Angeles, unless advised to the contrary by Seattle.
Angeles area identifiable with the name of
Inasmuch as Portland, Oregon, and referred to in referenced Detroit airtel as a employed at Los Angeles are possibily identical, no further investigation being conducted at Los Angeles, unless advised to the contrary by Seattle.
2 - Seattle (AN) 1 - Detroit (164-115) (AM) (Info) 2 - Los Angeles
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DB Cooper-24521
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PLAINT
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
20 :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) 
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Los Angeles airtel to Seattle, 5/16/72.
RE:
aka
SUSPECT
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Enclosed for Seattle, Minneapolis and Portland Officos are two photographs of captioned suspect for display to witnesses.
These photographs were taken by the Orange County Sheriff's Office, Santa Ana, California, in 1964.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
(7) My r 164-489. 996
2 - Seattle (Encls. 2) 2 - Minneapolis (Encls. 2) 2 - Portland (Encls. 2) - Los Angeles crs/mih

DB Cooper-24522

FD-36 (Rev.
DB Cooper-24522

FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/2/72
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(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
(Priority)

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: Seattle

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Re Seattle airtel to Minneapolis dated 5/12/72; Los Angeles airtel to Seattle dated 5/16/72; Sacramento airtel to Seattle dated 5/18/72; Bureau airtel to Seattle dated 4/27/72; and Los Angeles airtel to Seattle dated 5/26/72; and Seattle teletype 5/12/72.
RE:
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(FRU)
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Minnesota, advised that is the only individual who could possibly be identical with suspect furnished by the Detroit Office. stated that was given a mandatory release from the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on 8/12/71, after which he was under the super- vision of the U. S. Probation Office, Milwaukee.
On 6/1/72 the following photographs were displayed to Northwest Airlines stewardesses
who stated that these individuals b7C
bear no
On 6/1/72 the following photographs were displayed to Northwest Airlines stewardesses
who stated that these individuals b7C
bear no resemblance to Unsub.
2 ~ Seattle 2 ~ Datroit (164-115) 2 - Alexandria
2 - Milwaukee 2- Los Angeles (164-497)
2 - Portland 2. .. New York · 2 - Minneapolis RNG : bam (16)
164-4920 497 0
SEARCHED _____ AINDEXED SERIALIZED __ FILED
72
ELES
10.00
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Approved;
Special Agent in Charge Sent M Per
L. E COVERNMENYS HINTING OFF.CI : 1221 -- 410-130 DB Cooper-2452MP 164-73
furnished by Seattle Division; b6 b7C
furnished by Los Angeles Division; furnished by Alexandria
Division;
furnished by Alexandria Division:
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
LEADS
MILWAUKEE
AT MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN
Will contact U. S. Probation Office and determine
exact location of during pertinent period when aircraft hijacked, 11/23-25/71.
For information of Milwaukee, Detroit advised an individual (FNU) was furnished as a suspect by a
who is employed at at Detroit, Michigan. Investigation at Federal Prison determined that only could possibly be identical with
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DB Cooper-2452FD-302 (