MENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 2/18/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
The title has been changed to read as above. Title formerly read RE:
On 2/8/77.
was contacted and she advised has claimed to
an acquaintance of hers named her to be identical with unsub in this matter. describes as a white male,
6'1",
short blonde hair, medium build, medium complexion with bad teeth in front. claims to be a former paratrooper and currently lives on lives and he smokes Viceroys.
stated claimed that he used a parachute during the hijacking that was a sport parachute so that he could have more maneuver ability. also stated that at the time of the hijacking, there was bad weather and that he heard a small plane, and that when he jumped from the plane, he landed near Issaquah. claimed to that he stood on the open stairs for approximately one hour prior to jumping. also claimed that he spent some of the ransom money in California, and since it was starting to turn up, he buried the rest.
stated she works for the Seeks Answering Service at University and Fourth, telephone 682-6065, and that she has another job with the AFEES Induction Center on Elliott
stated she works for the Seeks Answering Service at University and Fourth, telephone 682-6065, and that she has another job with the AFEES Induction Center on Elliott near Dravis.
In view of the above information. no further in- vestigation will be conducted concerning being identical with the unsub in this matter.
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TO
: SAC
SEATTLE
164-81
DATE:
2/17/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re PD airtel to SE dated 11/12/76
Washington was located and interviewed on ]./7/77 at whichtime he said he had made inquiry about the NORJAK case. "e said he had a per- son in mind who might have been responsible for the skyjacking incident. He said he based this on the sketches he saw in the newspaper as well as the fact that this person had
He said he based this on the sketches he saw in the newspaper as well as the fact that this person had training in sky jumping, He said the person he had in mind was named
and
Washington area He said trainrd to fight forest fires and had jumped numerous times in the past. He said he felt the "D.B. COOPER" resembled
On 2/15/77 Skaminia County Sheriff's Office advised he knows very well and he does not fit the desfription of the UNSUB in the NORJAK case, e said their files reflect to be W/M DOB 5''9; 185, brown hair, grey eyes. He pointed out has not shown any signs of wealth and drives a 1969 vehicle. "e said he thought he would have a Washington State drivers license.
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81-7291) (P)
DATE: 2/17/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE :
On 2/10/77, arrest checks and credit checks at Tacoma, Washington, revealed no record for at Tacoma.
On 2/11/77, a check with the Washington State Department of Motor Vehicles revealed no record for in their files.
On 2/14/77, a check at
Washington, revealed that
was a resident
at
and resided in. and
also was employed
On 2/14/77, was . located and interviewed concerning his whereabouts on 11/24/71, and he advised that at that time, he was residing in Missouri, where he was employed He said he is now emploved as
He said he was formerly assigned with the U. S. Army for three years and had airborn training with the
and afterwards, he spend four and a half years in the U.S. Air Force. The following descriptive data was obtained from
Name :
Sex:
Male Caucasian
Race:
Date of Birth: Place of Birth:
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Sex:
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Race:
Date of Birth: Place of Birth:
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Height:	5' 6"
Weight:	167 lbs
Eyes:	Green
Hair:	Light brown
Build:	Medium

Based on the above description and after viewing it is felt he is not identical with UNSUB, D. B. COOPER; therefore, no further investigation should take place concerning this suspect.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIG. TION Washington, D. C. 20537 REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.
20537 REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.	164-31
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

February 18, 1977
TO:
SAC, Seattle
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Airtel 1/25/77
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Seattle
SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent. prints in the captioned case are not identical with the fingerprints of
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are available for comparison.
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2-22-77
SPC
NOR JAK INFORMATION CONCERNING
At 7:30pm. February 22. 1977. writer was telephonically contacted by
Wash-
ington, telephone advised that an ac-
quaintance of his, XEN looked very much like the composite of D.B. Cooper.
stated might be staying at the Sheridan Hotel. Renton, Washington.
is for Aurora/Chrysler
Plymouth, Seattle, Washington, and indicated he knew through the car business.
is for Aurora/Chrysler
Plymouth, Seattle, Washington, and indicated he knew through the car business.
This is a look-alike ident only.
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REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION
February 17, 1977

YOUR FILE NO. FBI FILE NO.	164-497 164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

TO:
ADIC, Los Angeles
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RE: NORJACK
REFERENCE:
Airtel 1/24/77
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Los Angeles
SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent prints in the captioned case are not identical with the fingerprints of Bryant Coffalt, FBI #590868.
No palm prints of Coffelt are available for comparison.
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TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:
SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72) (RUC)
(164-81)
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THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
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2/24/77
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:
SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72) (RUC)
NORJAK
(00: SE)
Bufile: 164-2111
Re: BRYANT JACK COFFELT
Re Portland airtel to Alexandria, 2/11/77. Enclosed for the Portland Division are the following items:
1) An FD-302 reflecting results of service of
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subpoena 2) The original subpoena issued by the U. S. District Court for the District of Oregon with executed return. 3) Copies of
4) Copies of
The above enclosures are self-explanatory and are furnished for the investigative assistance of the Portland Division.
It is noted that
was Xeroxed In the presence of SA of the Alexandria Division, and the enclosed Xeroxed copy is a true and accurate representation
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in the normal course of their ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, PITTSBURGH (164-93)
FROM: SAC, MIAMI (164-552) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE)
Enclosed for Pittsburgh and Seattle are two
in the normal course of their ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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22/15/77
AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, PITTSBURGH (164-93)
FROM: SAC, MIAMI (164-552) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE)
Enclosed for Pittsburgh and Seattle are two copies each of photographs of
on 2/8/77, Eastern Airlines, Miami International Airport, advised that from Eastern Airlines on Her records further reflected that this was a disability retirement. entered on duty with Eastern on 4/8/63. He was based at JFK Airport, New York, when he retired. His Social Security . Number was
Eastern .
Airlines, produced a photograph of which he said is approximately four years old.
Eastem Airlines, located a card reflecting the following informa- tions
was hired by Eastern Airlines in 1963. He attended Middlebury College, Boston, Massachusetts from but did not graduate. He attended a U.S. Navy flight school, location not showa, from and graduated.
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He was employed from by Northwest Orient Airlines, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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FBI
Date:
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Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Precedence)

TO:	SAC, ST. LOUIS (164-63)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK
00: SEATTLE BUfile: 164-2111

RE : has been
LOUIS (164-63)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK
00: SEATTLE BUfile: 164-2111

RE : has been suggested as a possible suspect in this matter and that with former mili- tary experience and possibly worked with Air America. is described as a white male, 6'2", 180 pounds blue eyes, brown hair, DOB. Service
Number
LEADS :
ST LOUIS DIVISION
At St. Louis, Missouri
Will obtain a copy of and forward same to Seattle. service record
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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Special Agent in Charge
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 2/24/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
CHANGED
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Title marked changed to reflect referenced suspect
previously carried as "UNIDENTIFIED
as
SUSPECT;
Re Portland letter to Seattle, dated December 29, 1976.
CHANGED
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Title marked changed to reflect referenced suspect
previously carried as "UNIDENTIFIED
as
SUSPECT;
Re Portland letter to Seattle, dated December 29, 1976.
On 2/15/77,
Washington, advised that the person she had referred to in her letter, which she wrote to the FBI, was . whom she had known since
She explained that Canada, and was living in Toronto, at the time she first met him.
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Germany and she furnished his address
West Germany.
as being a white male in his early 40's, 5'8" tall, weight unknown but medium build, dark brown hair and dark complexion,
described
She noted that he has a crooked nose,
possibly broken, and
was then shown the composite drawings of D. B. COOPER and she stated the drawings did not resemble noting that the drawings reflected COOPER has having 164-81-7375
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a receding hairline, which does not have, as well as other facial features being dissimilar.
was asked why she thought could have been identical with UNSUB and she stated because he was very smart and mentally capable of committing the crime, he has been unemployed since she has known him and he moved to Germany shortly after the hijacking incident. She noted that of the hijacking and indicated that was on vacation somewhere in the United States; however, she had no idea as to his whereabouts on November 24, 1971, and could not positively state that he was even in the United States at that time. She also had no knowledge of his having any experience with para- chuting and she believed he had never been in the military. She did note that he has traveled extensively throughout the country and speaks foreign languages. felt that most incriminating factor concerning was the fact that he has done so much traveling abroad and yet appears to have no employment or source of income with the exception of his home, which he sold in Toronto.
most incriminating factor concerning was the fact that he has done so much traveling abroad and yet appears to have no employment or source of income with the exception of his home, which he sold in Toronto.
In view of the above, it is suggested no further investigation be conducted concerning
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81-7356) (P)
DATE:
2/24/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SE
On 2/23/77 provided termination print-out books dating back to 1963 that failed to reflect any record of a ever having worked at Boeing.
EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11,6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81-7356) (P)
DATE:
2/24/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SE
On 2/23/77 provided termination print-out books dating back to 1963 that failed to reflect any record of a ever having worked at Boeing.
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TO :
SAC, ANCHORAGE (164-59)
DATE: 2/25/77
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
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Re Anchorage letter to Seattle, dated December 21, 1976.
Attempts to verify whether has had parachute training in the military have proved negative due to the fact that military record has been destroyed by fire. . In- asmuch as fits the general description of UNSUB in this matter, the following lead is set forth:
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LEADS :
ANCHORAGE DIVISION
At Fairbanks, Alaska
Will interview and determine from him his reaction to being interviewed as a suspect in this matter.
in this matter, the following lead is set forth:
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LEADS :
ANCHORAGE DIVISION
At Fairbanks, Alaska
Will interview and determine from him his reaction to being interviewed as a suspect in this matter. whereabouts on 11/24/71, should be obtained if possible, as well as statements from him con- cerning his availability for a polygraph examination.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 2/18/77
FROM
:
JOD SAL SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
Sur J.
On 2/11/77, Washington State Patrol, Goldendale, Washington, contacted the Portland Office by telephone requesting that a flyer concerning "D. B. COOPER" be sent to him at Goldendale, Washington.
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Portland does not have available copies of an appropriate flyer for dissemination to
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0 AT GOLDENDALE, WASHINGTON. Will provide
with background information concerning this case and determine from him whether he has any information
Will provide
with background information concerning this case and determine from him whether he has any information pertinent to the possible solution.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
2/18/77
FROM
:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
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Portland Office is in receipt of postcard mailed at Oregon, addressed to Portland case agent SA Card is quoted as follows:
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"Dear Have you investigated ex-paratrooper Washington in connection with the
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"I believe he resembles the DAN COOPER of hijacking
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AIRTEL
TO
: SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUFILS 164-2111
RE:
Fe Seattle letter to Portland dated 12/14/76.
A review of the Seattle file fails to reveal the results of investigation requested in referenced communication. Portland is again requested to expeditiously furnish Seattle results of the above described investigation.
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AIRTEL

TO	: SAC, CHICAGO (104-207)
FROM	: SAC, STATTLE (164-31) (D)

SUBJECT: NORJAN CO: SEATTLE Bufile: 101-3111
no:
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CHICAGO (104-207)
FROM	: SAC, STATTLE (164-31) (D)

SUBJECT: NORJAN CO: SEATTLE Bufile: 101-3111
no:
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Re Portland letter to Chicago 13/3/76.
A filo review of captioned natter failed to reveal any information concerning the results of investigation re- quested in ro communication.
Chicago is requested to oxpedito investigation and forward results to Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Chicago
Seattle
estes
(0)
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM KAS
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) RUC
SUBJECT: NORJACK 00: SEATTLE
DATE:
2/28/77
869
Re Los Angeles airtel to the Bureau, 1/24/77.
On 2/23/77, Nevada, was reinterviewed by SAS ROBERT J. MC KINLEY
and At this time acknowledged that the individual he feels to be D. B. COOPER was BRYANT COFFELT. He stated that COFFELT never showed
He said that COFFELT claimed
after he landed
stated that
to a point approximately
accompanied COFFELT r Oregon to
and that COFFELT claimed to have
pointed out
He said COFFELT then
could offer no further information regarding this at
after he landed
stated that
to a point approximately
accompanied COFFELT r Oregon to
and that COFFELT claimed to have
pointed out
He said COFFELT then
could offer no further information regarding this at this time. (2)- Seattle 1 - Los Angeles (164-497) (Info) 1 - Portland (164-41) (Info) 1 - Las Vegas RJM/kms (5)
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
3/2/77
Maryland, of the Hoffmann Furniture Company, 2447 18th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., advised as follows:
He stated that approximately five years ago and the new owners use the name Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated, and are located at 7020 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. He said the employment records for former company had been destroyed.
COFFELT. was furnished two photographs of BRYANT identified the photographs. He said the used furniture portion He was employed
BRYANT COFFELT was employed by as a salesman in on a commission basis and worked for from
He said the used furniture portion He was employed
BRYANT COFFELT was employed by as a salesman in on a commission basis and worked for from approximately 1963 through 1970.
said COFFELT told him he was studying medicine and on occasion would leave his employment unannounced and return a few months later stating he was taking a medical course. would always rehire him since COFFELT was a smooth talker and a good salesman.
described COFFELT as follows:
Race:
White
Sex :
Male
Height:
6 feet
Weight: 180 pounds
Hair: Brown
was unable to recall any additional information concerning COFFELT.
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Interviewed on
SAS
smv
Date dictated
2/28/77
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Date of transcription
3/2/77
Maryland, was interviewed at her residence and
11-21-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Date of transcription
3/2/77
Maryland, was interviewed at her residence and furnished the following information:
She stated that
was
the the Hoffmann Furniture Company, 2447 18th Street, N. W., Washington, D.C. During in the
She said sold approximately five years ago and it is now Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated, 7020 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland.
She was displayed two photographs of BRYANT COFFELT. She identified COFFELT as having been employed as a used furniture salesman on an intermittent basis from approximately 1963 to 1970. COFFELT worked on a commission basis and on occasion he would leave from work without notice and return some months later saying he had taken a medical course somewhere in the Midwest. She said
hired COFFELT back because he was a smooth talker and a good salesman. She, however, considered him a phony because she never believed he was taking medical courses. She was unaware of any of COFFELT's private life, his associates or hobbies.
She, however, considered him a phony because she never believed he was taking medical courses. She was unaware of any of COFFELT's private life, his associates or hobbies.
She did recall, however, that at one time COFFELT showed up at the furniture store driving a Cadillac limousine .. He was in the company of an elderly man. It appeared to her that COFFELT was acting as a chauffer for the elderly gentleman. He also was attempting to sell him some old furniture since the elderly man was interested in antiques. She was unable to recall any additional information about the incident.
She described COFFELT as follows:
Race:
White .
Sex :
Male
Height :
6 feet
Weight:
180 pounds .
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Hair:
Brown
Eyes:
Color unknown, occasionally wore glasses
Interviewed on 2/25/77- at
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Date dictated
2/28/77
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.
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She was unable to recall any additional information
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She was unable to recall any additional information regarding COFFELT.
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The following individuals employed at Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated, 7020 Westmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland ( formerly the Hoffmann Furniture Company of Washington, D.C. ), were displayed photographs of BRYANT COFFELT with negative results. All of the individuals listed were employed by the Hoffmann Furniture Company during the period of time COFFELT was allegedly employed at Hoffmann Furniture Company (1963 - 1970) :
Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated
Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated
Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated
Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated
Hoffmann Interiors, Incorporated
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DB Cooper-15402 164-81-73883/2/77
AIRTEL

TO:	DIRECTOR,	FBI (164-2111)
TRON :	SAC, WFO	(164-169) (P)

869
HORJACK (00:SE)
RE: UNSUR:
Ile Los Angeles airtel to Bureau dated 1/24/77.
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AIRTEL

TO:	DIRECTOR,	FBI (164-2111)
TRON :	SAC, WFO	(164-169) (P)

869
HORJACK (00:SE)
RE: UNSUR:
Ile Los Angeles airtel to Bureau dated 1/24/77.
Enclosed for Seattle are the original and one copy of two FD-302's and an investigative insert. Enclosed for the Bureau and Los Angeles are one copy each of the FD-302's and the investigative insert.
Investigation at Washington, D.C., determined that the Hoffmann Furniture Company is no longer in business. The · business was sold approximately five years ago. It is now Hoffmann Interiors, Inc., 7020 stmoreland Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. The enclosure' present the requested investigation in this matter.
reflected & & COFFELT was the subject of b6 b7c
in 1966, noted. The investigation was instituted by
No Bureau file number was to determine the veracity of information received from the Lawrence, Kansas, Police Department that indicated that COFFELT was spending large amounts of money in Lawrence, Kansas, and worked for the FBI and he worked for the Justice Department in Washington, D.C.
to determine the veracity of information received from the Lawrence, Kansas, Police Department that indicated that COFFELT was spending large amounts of money in Lawrence, Kansas, and worked for the FBI and he worked for the Justice Department in Washington, D.C. (WDC). Investiga- tion at Lawrence, Kansas, and WDC determined that COFFELT was a student of the University of Kansas and intermittently he resided in WDC. COFFELT was also the companion and chauffer
2-Bureau (Enc. 3) 2-Los Angeles (164-497) (Enc. 3) (2-Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 5) 1-WFO
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of ROBERT LINCOLN TODD BECKWITH, a wealthy elderly man from WDC, the last direct descendant of ABRAHAM LINCOLN who freely gave COFFELT large sums of money. During an interview of COFFELT, he denied impersonating a Justice Department employee. lle said was actually who, according to COFFELT, was never employed by the FBI. At the time of the interview, resided somewhere in New Jersey. The file further reflects that COFFELT was described as a white, male, DOB 2/20/16 at Carthage, Missouri, FBI Number 590 868.
The file further reflects that COFFELT was described as a white, male, DOB 2/20/16 at Carthage, Missouri, FBI Number 590 868. WFO files reflect no additional information re COFFELT.
LEAD
WASHINGTON FIELD
AT WASHINGTON, D.C. Will attempt to locate and interview ROBERT TODD LINCOLN BECKWITH for any information he may have regarding COFFELT.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537
REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO. FBI FILE NO.	164-83 164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

TO:
SAC, Cleveland
February 28, 1977
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RE: NORJAK
REFERENCE: Airtel 2-11-77
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Cleveland
SPECIMENS:
On the basis of the information furnished, no fingerprint record was located here for b6 b7C
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THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
DB Cooper-15405 FBI/DOJSAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
3/3/77
SAC, ST. LOUIS (164-63) (P)
NORJAK
RE:
Re St. Louis letter to Seattle, 2/24/77; and Kansas City teletype to St. Louis, 2/10/77.
A review on 3/1/77 of the Veterans Administration records on file at the Veterans Administration Records Processing Center, 4300 Goodfellow Blvd., St. Louis, Mo., indicated that
VA Claim Number
enlisted and entered on active duty in the u. S.
Army on discharged on
at Kansas City, Mo. He was honorably at Camp Carson, Colorado.
The following background information was noted:
Name:
Date of birth:
Place of Birth:
Military Service Number:
VA Claim Number:
Foreign Service: Medals:
Korea
Purple Heart, Korean Service Medal and United Nations Service Medal.
Conduct and Efficiency Ratings:
not shown
Military Occupation:
No further pertinent information was noted in the records.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS ... 2 - Seattle 1 - St. Louis JLS : dmn (3)
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NORJAK 00:
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SAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136) (P)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle airtel to New Orleans, dated
12/8/76.
Review of New Orleans indices showed a
letter from to the Bureau, dated 6/21/76. A routing slip from the Bureau to New Orleans says the letter would not be answered as prior communications from have indicated she believes herself to be an FBI informer and that she allegedly receives threats on her life because of her informant activities. She has indicated she believed that local law enforcement authorities may have been behind the acts. The Bureau also advised the Dallas Office is in receipt of contacts by and that office indicated she has a detective complex and Dallas recommended that correspondence from her be disregarded.
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SUB R
3/1/77 The FBI fice in Secth is in charge of this investigation for answers Do your questions 1
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Please contact the
Northwest
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SUB R
3/1/77 The FBI fice in Secth is in charge of this investigation for answers Do your questions 1
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Please contact the
Northwest Airlines, Inc. Minnesota-St. Paul International Airport St. Paul, Minnesota 55111
Gentlemen:
We are a group interested in locating "D. B. Cooper" by the use of Is there a reward for finding either "D. B. Cooper" or the ransom money? What were the approximate dimensions of the $200,000 package of money? We would be interested in obtaining any further particulars your company would release to us.
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Thank you.
Very truly yours,
(
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TO
:
SAC, DENVER (164-93)
PROXI
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
FORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Re Seattle airtel to Denver dated 10/19/76.
A review of Seattle file concerning captioned matter reveals no indication that Denver has complied with request of referenced communication. Donver is requested to comply with information contained in referenced com- munication and expedite information to Seattle.
Donver is requested to comply with information contained in referenced com- munication and expedite information to Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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AIRTEL

TO	: SAC,	INDIANAPOLIS (164-62)
PROM	: SAC,	SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

SUBJECT:
HORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Ro Portland letter to Indianapolis dated 11/19/76.
A review of Seattle file concerning this matter fails to reveal the results of investigation requested in referenced communication. Indianapolis is requested to expeditiously furnish Seattle the results of those investi- gations so that this matter may be brought to a logical conclusion.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Indianapolis (164-62) 3 - Seattle (164-31) RINN: arm (5) 8
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DB Cooper-15410SL-17 (Rev. 4-17-70) OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 5010-106 MAY 1962 EDITION OSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
19 /3
: SAC; SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 3/3/77
FROM
:
SAC, ST.
NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
19 /3
: SAC; SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 3/3/77
FROM
:
SAC, ST. LOUIS (
164-63
) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re:
Reference! Ur Airtel to St. Louis, 2/23/77.
NATIONAL DESCONNEL DECAODE CENTER (NODAL DECADES CHECK
The was located at the xx Military Personnel Records Bran, NFNC, St. Louis, Mo., and
Navy service
reviewed on 3/3/77 by SC Enclosed are copies of (Form FD-302) (investigative insert) (letterhead memorandum) reflecting pertinent information. XXX Enclosed for information and reference, subject to restriction stamped thereon, are copies of self- explanatory documents from NPRC files. Personnel, NPRC (Civilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, Veterans Administration Record Processing Center, SLMO, advised on , no record on subject or
could be located on basis of information furnished. İn event ad- ditional identifying or descriptive data becomes available, another lead for review of the NPRC (civilian or military) records should be submitted.
İn event ad- ditional identifying or descriptive data becomes available, another lead for review of the NPRC (civilian or military) records should be submitted. Data needed includes: date and place of birth, name utilized in employment or military service, branch and military service number, dates of service or employment, department employing individual, specific organization to which assigned with date of assignment, and Social Security number. File has not yet been located at NPRC. A special search is under way; and file will be reviewed promptly when located. File was hot located at (Civilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, NPRC, SLMO, and should be located at
Ledd: Office
record located your division. Handle review. For reference and assistance in handling lead, copies of pertinent serials are enclosed. Remarks! ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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FBI
Date:
3/1/77
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(Precedence)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAG,
2-14-74)
FBI
Date:
3/1/77
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAG, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
Swe 5 smu
Re information from Airlines
Continental
On 2/22/77,
Continental Airlines Seattle, Washington, was interviewed at Portland International Airport by SA furnished the following Information:
On the night of 11/24/71. during the hijacking in this matter, he, a Continental Air- lines flight. between Seattle, Washington, and Portland, Oregon. He became aware of the hijacking by radio and followed the progress of the hijacking by monitoring the discrete radio frequencies in his own aircraft.
advised that he departed Seattle- Tacoma Airport enroute for Portland shortly after Northwest Flight 305, which was being hijacked, and that he followed the same course flown by Northwest Flight 305 but was approximately four minutes behind the Northwest flight when it arrived at Portland.
advised that in his twenty-four years flying airliners, he recalls that night of 11/24/71, as being the most rapid and severe weather change in his
advised that in his twenty-four years flying airliners, he recalls that night of 11/24/71, as being the most rapid and severe weather change in his experience. He said that when he was approaching Portland, along Victor 23 airways flying a course of approximately 166 degrees, he was experiencing a wind directly from 166 degrees at 80 knots of speed at his altitude which was 14,000 feet. He said that the wind 2) - Seattle 2 - Portland
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at 10,000 feet was approximately 65 knots and from a dinction of from 160 to 170 degrees and that when he landed at Portland International Airport, he landed to the east: on runway 10 and at that time experienced surface winds of 35 knots coming from 160 degrees. He remembered these figures because they were ") .: near the maximum cross-wind component allowable for his aircraft.
He remembered these figures because they were ") .: near the maximum cross-wind component allowable for his aircraft.
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advised that he has thought considerably about the hijacking in this matter and has concluded that it is not realistic to assume that the hijacker survived the jump. He said that in view of the very dense terrain in the drop zone area, he can understand why the hijacker's remains have not been found. He suggested that one way this might be facilitated would be to place identical equipment to that known to have been in possession of the hijacker, that is, two parachutes,! an attache case, and the known clothing on a large open field on a day of warm sunshine. Ater exposure to the rays of sun for a period of time, the entire field should be photographed with infra-red film. The image on the infrared film should be distinctive. Then, photographs of the drop zone area could be made with infrared film after a similar exposue to warm sunshine and the films, when processed, could be examined for an image similar to that made by the "dummy?
Then, photographs of the drop zone area could be made with infrared film after a similar exposue to warm sunshine and the films, when processed, could be examined for an image similar to that made by the "dummy?" pointed out that in view of the almost complete absence of man-made objects or metal objects in the rugged regions of the drop zone area, there should not be any materials there which would yield similar images.
Information available to Portland indicates the wind believed to be in effect in the drop zone area at the time the hijacker parachuted was coming from the southwest. If that is the case and the Northwest engineers who computed the location of the drop zone and the prime line along which UNSUB presumedly fell were using southwest wind information, then the calculations of the location of the drop zone may : not be accurate. A shift of wind from the west to the south would push the east end of the prime line to the north in a counter-clockwise direction. It could cause previously unsearched territory to the west of the drop zone to be included in a new amended drop zone.
LEAD
SEATTLE -
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON.
It could cause previously unsearched territory to the west of the drop zone to be included in a new amended drop zone.
LEAD
SEATTLE -
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will consider causing a dicussion of this matter with the Northwest Airlines engineers who computed the drop zone in this matter to determine whether the information from is of any significance.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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- 2 -SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
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SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Investigation to date concerning has failed to indicate that he is involved in captioned crime in any way. supposedly resembles the artist's composite of UNSUB and he was stationed at Fort Lewis. Washington, while serving in the U.S. Army from In addition, was discovered residing in Louisiana, living under an assumed name.
However, it is noted from a review of his military record that he was given a discharge from the military by In addition, b6 b7c
he is described as 517", 123 pounds, blue eyes, ruddy com- plexion. In view of these discrepancies, no further investi- gation will be conducted concerning at this time.
In view of these discrepancies, no further investi- gation will be conducted concerning at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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The following investigation was conducted by
SA
On March 2. 1977.
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Oregon, telephone
voluntarily appeared at the FBI Resident Agency where they furnished the following information:
At the time of captioned highjacking,
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in Aberdeen, Washington.
Shortly after the highjacking, composite pictures of D. B. COOPER were run in the local newspapers. The first time they saw these pictures they were struck by their absolute resemblance to
recalled that
not only looked exactly like the picture, but also that prior to the highjacking, he was a compulsive chain cigarette smoker and always wore either.
The first time they saw these pictures they were struck by their absolute resemblance to
recalled that
not only looked exactly like the picture, but also that prior to the highjacking, he was a compulsive chain cigarette smoker and always wore either. sun glasses or tinted glasses. Neither could
recall the brand of cigarettes smoked.
After the highjacking however, quite suddenly, gave up smoking, and was never again seen wearing such glasses.
further advised that at the time of the
highjacking, and while
in Bellevue, for Northwest Orient
Washington, and was employed Airlines. Although he usually sometime prior to the highjacking, Northwest Orient went on strike and was furloughed. For that reason, he was having severe financial difficulties.
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Later, however, after the highjacking, financial difficulty seemed to disappear According to the at the time it was their impression that the money he needed.
stated that she thought that at one time b6 the same type of aircraft that was highjacked, b7C
but she was not sure.
stated that she thought that at one time b6 the same type of aircraft that was highjacked, b7C
but she was not sure. It was also her opinion, that an accomplished parachutist.
was
stated that grew up near Puyallup, b6 Washington; often hunted there, and knew that part of Washington like the back of his hand. He theorized that if D. B. COOPER had jumped sooner than he was thought to have, he would have landed in that general area.
further stated that
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heard, he was on an extended vacation to Hawaii. When he retired, he turned the now runs that business.
stated that never made any b6 statement to them implying that was in any way connected b7C with D. B. COOPER or the highjacking incident.
In conclusion, the advised that when they first saw the picture of D. . B. COOPER in the newspaper, and noted the resemblance to they explained their suspicions to (ph), who was then the Chief of Police in
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stated something to the effect that although the resemblance was striking, it was impossible to think that would be involved in anything like this. According to the as far as they know, nothing further was ever said or done concerning their suspicions.
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FBI
Date:
3/4/77
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AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Precedence)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
Re Seattle airtel to Portland dated 1/17/77. Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an insert reporting investigation by SA at Eugene, Oregon.
Between 1/25 and 2/25/77, several contacts were made
with
Oregon. On each of these occasions, was reluctant to provide the source of his information. Also, on each occasion, stated that he would attempt to obtain additional information concerning the true identity of D. B. COOPER.
On 2/25/77, advised that the source of his information was co-worker who also lives in the area.
Subsequent investigation determined that
Oregon, telephone
2 2 Seattle (Enc.
On 2/25/77, advised that the source of his information was co-worker who also lives in the area.
Subsequent investigation determined that
Oregon, telephone
2 2 Seattle (Enc. 2) - Portland
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. LEAD
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AT ABERDEEN, WASHINGTON. (1) Will conduct appropriate investigation to further identify
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(3) If deemed appropriate, will conduct additional investigation to determine if is identical to D. B. COOPER.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-15418
2 -OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC SEATTLE 164-81
P
DATE:
3/7/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re: Buairtel to SE dated 1/26/77
On ·2/18/77, Washington advised he had been contacted by of Vancouver, Washington and he displayed a colored photograph he had taken at Mount St. Helens in the fall of 1976. He said he viewed the picture and from the distorted background images it appeared that a body lay on the ground.
He said he viewed the picture and from the distorted background images it appeared that a body lay on the ground. He said based on that a search was made of. the area photographed by He said
nothing was located in the area directed to by 
and that declared he was seeking "bigfoot" and would drive into the mountains and pan an area with a movie camera. He said after the movie was processed, would look at it through a view finder, frame by frame and when he saw something that might look like "Bigfoot" he would photograph the frame which was enlarged and this was the manner in which he said he obtained the picture.
On 3/4/77
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Vancouver, Washington was interviewed and he said the area he was photographing was located high in the St Helens range. He said he was not able to recall any order at the time he made his picture in the fall of 1976.
It is of the opinion of the writer that the picture submitted to the Bureau'as well as furnished to the Skamania County S.0. is not that of any body but an image distorted by light, and enlarge- ment that gave the possible
is not that of any body but an image distorted by light, and enlarge- ment that gave the possible appearance of a body. This area is too far for UNSUB in the NORJAK flight to have drifted from LaCenter, Washington.
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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TO:	LOUISVILLE (164-71)
FROM:	SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-24) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK (00 :· SE)

On 2/25/77,
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telephone number
business telephone
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advised SAs and
that he had been employed West Kentucky Roofing and Home Improvement Company, 1723 Broadway, Paducah, Kentucky, telephone number (502) 443-3614, in 12/76. He advised that resides in Metropolis, Illinois, telephone number
made it clear, stating he did not wish to be "mercenary," however he felt he had information regarding the identity of D.
He advised that resides in Metropolis, Illinois, telephone number
made it clear, stating he did not wish to be "mercenary," however he felt he had information regarding the identity of D. B. COOPER and he would furnish the information for a financial consideration.
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was advised that no outstanding rewards were known at this time, however in the event any information he were to furnish proved to be of value in the solution of this investigation, consideration would be given.
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stated that in 12/76, a retired U. S. began work the last weekend of the
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month for stated this individual's name was (first name unknown) who is a personal who reside in the friend of one State of Montana. ould not be specific as to why he
would be identical with the unknown felt that one
subject in this matter, but stated that in conversation with indicated that was, in fact, a parachutist and capable of captioned skyjacking.
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advised that he had talked with a
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advised that he had talked with a Special Agent in the Paducah Resident Agency in the first part of 12/76, regarding captioned matter.
LEADS
LOUISVILLE
AT PADUCAH, KENTUCKY
Will make inquiry of West Kentucky Roofing and Home Improvement Company, 1723 Broadway, in an effort to determine the identity of (first name unknown) thereafter interview him regarding the identity of if deemed appropriate. It should be noted that the
is extremely sketchy and information furnished by is obviously having financial difficulty.
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2*015 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98174 March 8, 1977
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Dear
At the present time, there is no official reward being offered for finding cither "Mr. D. B. Cooper" or the ransom money. However, the insurance company which has reimbursed Northwest Airlines for their loss in this matter, does, on an individual basis, negotiate rewards on a C.O.D. basis only.
In view of the fact that this is a pending FBI investigation, no confidential information can be released to you to
In view of the fact that this is a pending FBI investigation, no confidential information can be released to you to aid in your locating either Cooper or the ran- som, money by the use of
It is suggested if you have any further questions, or information, that you contact the FBI Resident Agency in your area. This agency would be listed near the front of your telephone directory. The headquarters for your area is in Sacramento, California.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in this matter, and wish you the best of luck in your efforts to locate either Cooper or the ransom money.
Very truly yours,
- Addressee 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN: jsb 8 (4)
John M. Reed Special Agent in Charge
164-81-7404 DB Cooper-15422
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-S1) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
RE: MISCELLANEOUS LETTERS
Sub R
Re letter from
Airlines, Inc., dated 2/22/77.
to Northwest
Enclosed for the Sacramento Division is one copy
of referenced communication, with a notation by Northwest
Airlines employee
dated 3/1/77.
to Northwest
Enclosed for the Sacramento Division is one copy
of referenced communication, with a notation by Northwest
Airlines employee
dated 3/1/77.
The enclosed lotter is being sent to Sacramento for information purposes only. Seattle has answered letter and at this time is taking no further action. ARMED & DANGEROUS. 
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164-81-7405
DB Cooper-15423
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:SAC SEATTLE
164-81
P
FROM :SA
DATE:3/15/77
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SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re PD airtel to SE dated 12/8/76
Previous efforts to locate and interview have been made with negative results because of his working in the woods.
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Wash-
On 3/15177 ington was located at and stated he had no factual inform- ation concerning the identity of the UNSUB in this matter. He stated he recalled thaton the night of the incident in Seattle, Washington he was working in the diamond area, Washington and returned very late.
He stated he recalled thaton the night of the incident in Seattle, Washington he was working in the diamond area, Washington and returned very late. He said the night was extremely stormy, heavy winds and down pouring of rain. He pointed he did not hear of the hijacking until he arrived at his home and told him about hearing it on the radio.
He stated and he heard a low flying plane in the area and thought it to be a commerical jet because of the loudness of the motors.
He said on 11-25-1971 he returned to the woodsand left his home about 7:00am. he said he was about eight or nine miles from his home when he passed a white male walking on the highway, going westerly, meaning he was going down the mountain highway. He pointed out he thought this to be strange as it was about 7:20am or about that time and this person was not dressed as one does in the woods. He said the man had on a red or dark sweater, dark pants and no other clothing. Nothing on his head and even though it was raining this person did not have on any wet weather gear.
Nothing on his head and even though it was raining this person did not have on any wet weather gear. Hle said he drove past and did not see any vehicle on the highway but stated there were roads, logging roads, off the main highway and he had noway of knowing if this person had a disabled car off the main highway. fle said he mentioned this at the local tavern and was laughed at so he declined to notify the FBI or other authorities as his friends seemed to think nothing of his obser- vation. He stated he had no other information in this regard and said the area he saw this unknown person was about 20 miles from Merwin damarea.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dub
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Date of transcription,
2/24/77
furnished the interviewing agent the following items pursuant to a subpoena which was served upon her:
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Interviewed
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Date of transcription,
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furnished the interviewing agent the following items pursuant to a subpoena which was served upon her:
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Interviewed on	2/23/77 Arlington, Virginia at	SE 164-81 7407 File # AX 164-72
SA by	Date dictated	2/23/77

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-15425
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TRANSMIT VIA:
CLASSIFICA_UN: Teletype
CCEDENCE: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL Routine EFTO CLEAR
Date
3/7/77
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SÄG, ALEXANDRIA (164-72) (RUC)
NORJAK
(00: SE)
Sus 869 SVE QUILINGU
Re: BRYANT JACK COFFELT
Re Alexandria airtel to Portland, 2/24/77.
Enclosed for the Seattle Division is the original
of an FD-302 reflecting service of a subpoena duces tecum
The above enclosure is self-explanatory.
Enclosed for the Seattle Division is the original
of an FD-302 reflecting service of a subpoena duces tecum
The above enclosure is self-explanatory. ARMED AND DANGEROUS 2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) rec'd KHA 1 - Alexandria AFH: src (3) 1
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Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
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FBI3/10/77
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
869
TO:
SAC, BUFFALO
FROM:
SAC, HONOLULU (164-85) (P)
· SUBJECT: NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
Re Los Angeles airtel to Bureau, 1/24/77.
Enclosed for Buffalo is one black & white photograph of artist's conception of UNSUB, aka D. B. Cooper and one copy of Los Angeles airtel to Bureau, 1/24/77, to provide back- ground information concerning BRYANT COFFELT and his possible involvement in captioned matter.
On 3/9/77, City & County Medical Examiner's Office, Honolulu, Hawaii, advised that records reflect BRYANT COFFELT died at Queen's Medical Center, Honolulu, on 6/19/75. further advised that COFFELT was and cause of death was attributed to cardiac arrest complicated by emphysema.
further advised that COFFELT was and cause of death was attributed to cardiac arrest complicated by emphysema. stated that information available concerning COFFELT's death disclosed that COFFELT's at time of his death was
Honolulu, same address for BRYANT COFFELT. Additional information available disclosed COFFELT was born 2/20/16 in Missouri. However, no employment or occupation was listed. b6 b7C
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SEARCHED
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Kaiser Medical Center,
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On 3/9/77, Honolulu, advised that transferred from New York,
Kaiser Medical Center to as of 1/1/77.
LEADS
BUFFALO
AT NEW YORK
graph to Will locate. interview and display enclosed photo- to determine if BRYANT_COFFELT is identical to artist's conception.
interview and display enclosed photo- to determine if BRYANT_COFFELT is identical to artist's conception. may have additional information concerning COFFELT's physical injuries other than emphysema and cardiac problems.
HONOLULU
AT HONOLULU ,HAWAII
Will attempt to locate and interview
re activities
BRYANT COFFELT, during the time captioned matter occurred.
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DB Cooper-15428DERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Sub
Date
3/7/77
was advised of the identity of the interviewing Agent and the nature of the interview.
was shown a copy of a letter to Northwest Airlines signed by a and stated he wrote this letter.
advised that at the time he wrote the letter,
He
stated
he hijacked
a Northwest Airlines airplane and got away with $200,000. He stated he has since determined all of his knowledge about the hijacking came from reading magazine articles. stated he did not want to reveal
but described him as being a white male, about 23 years old, fair complexion, blonde hair, and blue eyes.
is described as follows:
Race
White Male
Sex
Date of birth
Place of birth Height
Weight
6.
stated he did not want to reveal
but described him as being a white male, about 23 years old, fair complexion, blonde hair, and blue eyes.
is described as follows:
Race
White Male
Sex
Date of birth
Place of birth Height
Weight
6. 160 pounds
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Blue
Tattoos
FBI No. Home address
Louisiana
164-81-7410
On 3/1/77
Louisiana
File # NO 164-136
at
by SA
sdh
Date dictated 3/2/77
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This document contains nolther recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of the FBI and Is loaned to your agancy; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-15429 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
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SAC, NEW ORLEANS (164-136) (RUC)
NORJAK
RE:
Re Minneapolis letter to Seattle, 12/28/76; and Seattle letter to New Orleans, 1/28/77.
Enclosed for Seattle the original and one copy of FD-302 interview of
In regards to Seattle request for New Orleans to advise as to feasibility of examining approxi- mately 10,000 photographs, New Orleans feels that on basis of information in first paragraph in re Seattle letter to New Orleans, this would not be feasible.
and one copy of FD-302 interview of
In regards to Seattle request for New Orleans to advise as to feasibility of examining approxi- mately 10,000 photographs, New Orleans feels that on basis of information in first paragraph in re Seattle letter to New Orleans, this would not be feasible.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
(3 )- Seattle (Enc. 2) 1 - New Orleans PLP : sch (4)
164-81-7411
DB Cooper-15430
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Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/10/77
FROM : SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Bufile:
164-2111
Re :
Re Seattle memo of SA
dated
12/23/76.
On 3/9/77,
Seattle, advised telephonically that he has had difficulty in. estab- lishing contact with advised that the source has exhibited behavior which would tend to indicate he is unreliable because of the fact that he has refused to meet with and that he has provided incor- rect information concerning his financial status and it has come to attention that the source is, in some way,
stated that he would contact and determine from him any further information or descriptive data he might have concerning and thereafter make that.
and it has come to attention that the source is, in some way,
stated that he would contact and determine from him any further information or descriptive data he might have concerning and thereafter make that. information available to the Seattle Office of the FBI. requested that if he does not contact the FBI Office. within two to three weeks that he be recontacted in approxi- mately 30 days and that he has a very busy schedule and that the results may not be forwarded to the Seattle Office as promptly as he would desire.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
RNN/tcs (3)
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164-81-7412 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED, ACHEILED MAR 1 0 1977 FBI · SEATTLE DA
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DB Cooper-15431
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/14/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE: SEARCH AREA
SUB U
WIND AND WEATHER
SubE u
Re Portland airtel to Seattle dated 3/1/77.
On March 10, 1977,
Continental
Airlines telephonically contacted the writer from the Los Angeles International Airport.
On March 10, 1977,
Continental
Airlines telephonically contacted the writer from the Los Angeles International Airport. explained that he was just beginning a 6 day flight schedule and would return to Seattle on March 17, 1977. . stated he would contact the writer at that time and set up an appointment for interview.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
4
- Seattle
RNN : skh
(4)
164-81-7413 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED MAY 1 4 1970 FBI . SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-15432
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/14/77
1
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
SEARCH AREA
SUB U
WIND AND WEATHER
SubE Subul
Re Portland airtel to Seattle dated 3/1/77.
On March 10, 1977, Continental
Airlines telephonically contacted the writer from the Los Angeles International Airport. explained that he was just beginning a 6 day flight schedule and would return to Seattle on March 17, 1977.
explained that he was just beginning a 6 day flight schedule and would return to Seattle on March 17, 1977.,
stated he would contact the writer at that time and set up an appointment for interview.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 
4 - Seattle
RNN : skh
(4)
164-81-7413

SEARCHED ............... INDEXED SERIALIZED ............. FILED,
MAR 1 4 1977 FBI - SEATTLE 1

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TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/14/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
A review of this subfile indicates
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apparently
and as a result of that there was a great deal of hard feeling between
On December 1, 1973, viewed the artists conception of UNSUB and stated they could not make any similarity with with
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apparently
and as a result of that there was a great deal of hard feeling between
On December 1, 1973, viewed the artists conception of UNSUB and stated they could not make any similarity with with the exception of a thin face.
A review of military record revealed that he is a white male, brown hair, blue eyes, 6"2", 176 pounds, and his date of birth is In addition, has a
that
All investigation to date has failed to indicate is in any way responsible for captioned crime.
In view of the apparent hostility between the source and the suspect, and of the above listed discrepancies bewteen and the unsub in this matter, no further investi- gation will be conducted concerning him at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
3 Seattle
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164-81-7414 gu june : 1 4 1977
€
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Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
3/14/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
A review of this
6 UNITED STATES GOVER ENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P)
DATE:
3/14/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
A review of this subfile indicates
as a suspect by United Airlines. An
(protect) ,
was suggested b6 b7C b7D
apparently
and as a result of that there was a great deal of hard feeling between
On December 1, 1973, viewed the artists conception of UNSUB and stated they could not make any similarity with thin face.
with the exception of a
A review of military record revealed that he is a white male, brown hair, blue eyes, 6'2", 176 pounds, and his date of birth is In addition, has a
All investigation to date has failed to indicate that
is in any way responsible for captioned crime.
In view of the apparent hostility between the source and the suspect, and of the above listed discrepancies bewteen and the unsub in this matter, no further investi- gation will be conducted concerning him at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
164-81-7414
12
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/14/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
(BUfile 164-2111)
RE :
On 3/9/77,
appeared at the Seattle Office of the FBI and furnished the following information:
was last seen by
in September or
October of 1976. approximately 15 to 16 years.
stated he has known for
described
as follows:
Race:
White
Sex :
Male
Age:
Approximately 40 yrs. old
Height:
6'1"-6 '2"
Build:
Slender
Weight:
145-150 lbs.
Hair:
Characteristics:
Dark, medium length Does not smoke or drink, may wear glasses.
stated that in about 1967,
needed
approximately $9,000 because
the Borden Company.
at that for the Borden
time, worked Company .
stated to
that he did not feels that
it must have been one of the two $9,000 from his employer. 2 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/ jh (2)
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2 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/ jh (2)
164-81-7415
SEARCHED, INDEXED SERIALIZED: 16 FILED Gh
6
MAR 1 4 1979
FBI-SEATTLE
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stated, after viewing the artist's compo- sites of unsub in this matter, that none of the composites resemble was shown copies of the black and white composite showing an individual with and without glasses and a copy of the color composite depicting an individual with or without glasses.
stated as far as he knows,
started paying back the loan that the Northwest Church of Christ, which is the church that is an Elder in, had arranged for him at the Seattle Trust and Savings Bank; however, did not know whether or not the loan had been paid back as of this time.
stated was in the United States Marine Corps, but he did not know. whether or a parachutist.
was a pilot
In view of the above information and due to the fact that other people interviewed do not think that resembles the artist's
was a pilot
In view of the above information and due to the fact that other people interviewed do not think that resembles the artist's composite of unsub and the fact that sudden need for money has been satisfactorily ex- plained, no further investigation will be conducted concerning at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
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DB Cooper-15437 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, CHICAGO (164-297) (RUC) NORJAK 00:SEATTLE
3/11/77
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Re :
Re Portland letter to Chicago dated 12/3/76. Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of (44.
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Montgomery Ward, Department 74, Chicago, Illinois. advised that he is the immediate superior of suspect who is employed
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described as a white male, DOB 5111", 135 lbs., light brown hair, fair complexion, wears eyeglasses, SSAN Chicago, Illinois. advised that address working the Pacific Northwest since 1969 and that
has been also travels extensively throughout the U. S. and overseas.
advised that address working the Pacific Northwest since 1969 and that
has been also travels extensively throughout the U. S. and overseas.
viewed the two artist's conceptions of the unsub in this matter and stated that in his opinion it does not resemble
described
as a nervous, energetic individual who chain smokes very hervily. did not
know what brand of cigarettes smokes. He further advised
that is not a pilot or parachutist but that his military service was in the Aviation branch of the U.S. Navy although did not know exactly what military occupation was. He further advised that was a college graduate. 2- Seattle (Encl 1) 2 - Portland (164-41) 1 - Chicago . JJL: BJD (5)
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advised that
was a social drinker
and further that
was a financial conservative with no apparent financial problems.
advised that he could not locate any company recors that would indicate 11/24/71 but that as a general rule, the not on the road during Thanksgiving week.
advised that he could not locate any company recors that would indicate 11/24/71 but that as a general rule, the not on the road during Thanksgiving week.
whereabouts on are
furnished a photo of
Inasmuch as the description and mannerisms of do not appear to be identical with the Unsub, Chicago will leave the setting out of any further leads to the discretion of the office of origin.
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-2- SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
3/7/77
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE:
Portland, Oregon, appeared at the Portland Office 3/2/77, and advised that he had been a suspect in this case. He said that who previously was residing on Illinois, was contacted and furnished some letters and photographs in regard to contacted the Chicago Office in an effort to retrieve this material but was advised the letters and photographs were sent to Portland.
recently
A review of Portland Office file fails to locate this material.
Seattle Office is requested to review its file and if these letters and photographs can be located that they be furnished to
of review.
Seattle Office is requested to review its file and if these letters and photographs can be located that they be furnished to
of review.
Illinois, Advise Portland results 2 Seattle I Portland
NMG: 1am (3)
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SA THOMAS J. MANNING
NOP JAK
Re Memo of SA MANNING, 12/30/76
Contact has been maintained with Washington since date of memo. Last contact
on 3/9/77.
advised nothing new has developed re except that recently he purchased a new pick up truck. However did not like the truck and he returned it and got his money back. advised she was able to determine that he secured the money for the truck from the Weyerhaeuser Credit Union and when the truck was returned did return the money to the credit union.
She again stated that does exaggerate quite a bit and she feels that his original statements which preciptated opening a sub file re could well have been figments of his imagination.
In view of completely negative information re sub file be closed.
bit and she feels that his original statements which preciptated opening a sub file re could well have been figments of his imagination.
In view of completely negative information re sub file be closed.
recommend
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AIRTEL

TO:	DIRECTOR, FBI	(164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (₽)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: Seattle

Subo
MONTHLY SUMMARY
SUSPECTS
There are currently 886 suspects, 858 of whom have been eliminated. : New suspects are being developed and appro- priate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects are under consideration at this time.
ARMED & DANGEROUS.
2 -- Bureau 3
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"M LOS ANGELES (164-497) (13) (7) TO DIRETOR (164-2111) ROUTINE ALEXANDRIA .( 164-72) ROUTINE HO OLULU (164-85) . ROUTINE KANSAS CITY ROUTINE LAS VEGAS (164-60 ) ROUTINE PORTLAND (164-41) ROUTINE SEATTLE (164-81)
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"ORJAK , 00: SEATTLE. RE. LOS AGELES AIRTEL TO. BUREAU, JANUARY 24, 1977, WASHINGTON FIELD AIRTEL TO BUREAU , MARCH 2, 1977, AND HONOLULU AIRTEL TO BUFFALO, MARCH 18, 1977.
RE: UNSUB;
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FOR INFORMATION OF BUREAU AND RECEIVING OFFICES, CALIFORNIA, HAS VOLUNTEERED INFORMATION
CONCERNING SUSPECT JACK BRYANT COFFELT DURING EXTENSIVE INTERVIEW AT LOS ANGELES.
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PAGE TWO (LA 134-477) CLEAR
PELATID THAT ABOUT ONE. MONTH AGO, HE WAS ENGAGED BY UNIVERSAL STUDIOS TO INVESTIGATE VERACITY OF, INFORMATION BEI G FUP ISHED UNIVERSAL STUDIOS BY INDICATING THAT `COFFELI WAS POSSIBLY HIGHJACKEF KNOWN AS D. B.
OOPER. STATES TRAVELED WIDELY : IN U.
MONTH AGO, HE WAS ENGAGED BY UNIVERSAL STUDIOS TO INVESTIGATE VERACITY OF, INFORMATION BEI G FUP ISHED UNIVERSAL STUDIOS BY INDICATING THAT `COFFELI WAS POSSIBLY HIGHJACKEF KNOWN AS D. B.
OOPER. STATES TRAVELED WIDELY : IN U.S. FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS INTERVIEWING PAST ASSOCIATES OF COFFELT AND SPENT 12 HOURS INTERVIEWING
STATES, DURING INTERVIEW OF
.IT WAS
b7D ASCERTAI WED THAT EITHER HAD . EVER
ACTUALLY
ALLEGEDLY FROM PARACHUTE.
USED BY HIGHJACKER. STATED COFFELT HAD MADE CASUAL REFERENCE
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COVERED MABY FACETS OF HIS EFFORTS TO DETERMINE IF b6 COFFELT HIGHJACKER, IN FACTUAL AND ORGANIZED MANNER., STATED b7D
b7C HE REACHED. CO "CLUSIO" COFTELT WAS PROBABLY NOT HIGHJACKER BASED . O" FOLLOWING, FACTS :
DURING PERIOD OF HIGHJACKING, BRYANT COFFELT WAS SUFFERING FROM SEVERE ALCOHOLISM AND. ON VERGE OF NERVOUS BREAKDOWN.
DB Cooper-15444 PAGE THREE (LA 164-497) CLEAR
HAD DISPLAYED LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 27, 1976, TO b6 ·HIM FROM
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HONOLULU. IN LETTER,
JACY COFFELI COULD NOT BE. HIGHJACKER AS
AT TIME OF HIGHJACKING , . GOFTELT. UNDER PSYCHIATRIC CAPE OF WASHI 'GTO", D. C. DOCTOR AND DURING ENTIRE PERIOD, IT WAS WILL Y"OW" FACT IN WASHINGTON, D.
UNDER PSYCHIATRIC CAPE OF WASHI 'GTO", D. C. DOCTOR AND DURING ENTIRE PERIOD, IT WAS WILL Y"OW" FACT IN WASHINGTON, D.C. HE WAS SEVERE ALCOHOLIC.
STATES HE INTERVIEWED SEVERAL ASSOCIATES OF COFFELT b6 AND CONFIRMED ALCOHOLISM PROBLEM. DURING LATE 1971, AND. COFFELT. b7D WAS. QN VERGE OF NERVOUS BREAKDOWN
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ALLUDING TO- SERIOUS INJURIES TO LEG AND GROIN AREA WHICH. THEORIZED WERE RECEIVED FROM. JUMPING FROM AIRCRAFT, b6 PLAIR STATES ASSOCIATES IN LAWRENCE; YANSAS, TECALLED COFFELT, HAD OPERATION ON FOOT I :: 1967., AND HAD TO HIRE CAB . TO TRAVEL ONE BLOCK ALSO. DETERMINED NORTHERN VIRGINIA .DOCTORS HOSPITAL, DIAGNOSED COFFELT HAD SEVERE THROMBOPLEBITUS OF LEGS AND WAS ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL, JULY 19, 1973. STATES ALSO VERIFIED .THAT DURING PERIOD OF HIGH- b6
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DB Cooper-15445PAGE FOUR (LA 164-437) CLEAR
JACKING A"D " DAY OF. HIGHJACKING, EMPLOYED FOR POTOMAC TEMPORARIES, ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA.
STATES HAD . WOT INTERVIEWED IN HONOLULU NOR b6 HAD HE ASCEFTAINED NAME OF PSYCHIATRIST REPORTEDLY. TREATING b7D COFFELT AT TIME OF HIGHJACKING .
WOT INTERVIEWED IN HONOLULU NOR b6 HAD HE ASCEFTAINED NAME OF PSYCHIATRIST REPORTEDLY. TREATING b7D COFFELT AT TIME OF HIGHJACKING ..
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BASED ON ABOVE INFORMATION AND IN ORDER. TO BRING MATTER TO. LOGICAL CONCLUSION WITH : MINIMUM INVESTIGATION, FOLLOWING INVESTIGATION SHOULD BE CONDUCTED:
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b7C HONOLULU, CONTACT. HONOLULU, . AND OBTAIN. NAME OF PSYCHIATRIST TREATING . COFFELT DURING PERIOD OF HIGHJACKING. SET OUT LEAD FOR WASHINGTON FIELD TO VERIFY COFFELT'S WHEREABOUTS DURING. PERTINENT PERIOD.
; ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
BT
PUIG436Z
1.
DB Cooper-15446 KC 164-80 ATJ/sb 1
The following investigation was conducted by
SA
At Kansas City, Missouri
On February 22 1977, was contacted at his office, furnished the following information concerning his association with
advised he recalled and that his
records indicate
was treated on November 1, 1971, and was seen on November 26, and
1971, at Research Hospital on
advised he recalled
was from a very "church going family" but that he had
It was
opinion that
stated that he doubted seriously if was capable of committing any type of violent crime and described him as
on November 26, and
1971, at Research Hospital on
advised he recalled
was from a very "church going family" but that he had
It was
opinion that
stated that he doubted seriously if was capable of committing any type of violent crime and described him as
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DB Cooper-15447 164-81-7421KC 164-80 EJC:ctd 1
The following investigation was conducted
by -SC
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ADMINISTRATIVE:
On March 3, 1977, (Protect b6 identity per request), Credit Bureau of Greater b7C Kansas City: Kansas City, Missouri, advised the files b7D disclosed Kansas .. . File disclosed ennioved with General Hotors as
employed with J. C. Penneys,
no dates available. File further disclosed previous addresses
Missouri.
DB Cooper-15448
164-81-7422KC 164-80 ATJ .: ofj 1
The following investigation was conducted by
SA
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On January 27, 1977, Sheriff CHUCK LIGHT was recontacted concerning his knowledge of b6 LIGHT advised that either worked for Day's Chevrolet or Watkins' Chevrolet. . In addition to working for some insurance company. in the local area. 'Sheriff LIGHT
b7c recommended contacting State
Farm Insurance Company, and that he would probably know which company
was employed by.
'Sheriff LIGHT
b7c recommended contacting State
Farm Insurance Company, and that he would probably know which company
was employed by.
On January 27, 1977, State. Farm b6 Insurance company, Kansas. telephone
b7C advised he vaguely knew and stated that
he worked for MFA Insurance Company as Kansas, advised there Is no .
local office in and recommended contacting the District Manager of MFA in Kansas for further informa- tion.
was. sure that worked for watkins! b6 Chevrolet and recommended contacting b7C
Kansas, as he was a close friend of
On. February 4, 1977, b6
Kansas, advised he did not know the current b7C
whereabouts of of Watkins' at the Chevrolet, but that First National Bank. Kansas, would khow the current location of
On February 4, 1977,
. b6
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DB Cooper-15449
164-81-7423.KC 164-80
2
is residing in Kansas City, Missouri, and furnished telephone number and telphone number for numbers where could be reached.
AT KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
On February 4, 1977,
was contacted
at and advised that he recalled
working for him until his dealership closed in 1974 Prior to that, he
AT KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
On February 4, 1977,
was contacted
at and advised that he recalled
working for him until his dealership closed in 1974 Prior to that, he recalls that worked for the General Motors Assembly Plant in Kansas City, Missouri. Regarding past records advised they are stored in an office above the First National Bank, Kansas,
and that advised Kansas.
has access to the records. He
resides
General Motors
Plant, Kansas City, Missouri, furnished the following information on February 7, 1977 :
Employment records indicate an date of birth employed by General Motors from November 11, 1957, through July 31, 1972. The following was obtained from a review of employment records :
Name
Race
White.
Sex
Male
Date of birth
Employment dates
November 11, 1957, - July 31, 1972
Specific Jobs
Local address
Kansas City, Missouri
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DB Cooper-15450KC 164-80 3
Height
5'11"
Weight
200 lbs.
Children
SSAN
SSAN previously reported as
Military
U. S. Army, through
when discharged honorably, and employed as
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References
Carrollton, Missouri
Carrollton, Missouri
Carrollton, Missouri
Carrollton, Missouri
Employment
Army, through
when discharged honorably, and employed as
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References
Carrollton, Missouri
Carrollton, Missouri
Carrollton, Missouri
Carrollton, Missouri
Employment History
until University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri
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until
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Service Pipe Line Company Carrollton, Missouri,
DB Cooper-15451KC 144-90
4
until
'lational and Accident Insurance Company, 3315 Gillham Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri advised that records indicated he was not at work on November 21, 1271, and that he was on sick leave from November 17, 1771, through November 23, 1971. under the care of
llis file indicated when
he returned he admitted
Under the advice of
effort to resolve his problems. On February 3. 1977,
Kansas City,
Missouri, furnished the following information. advised her records indicated on November 1, 1971, and November 26, 1971,
was seen at the hospital
On
where he was treated advised that was currently and would not be available for interview. She advised any further information would have to be furnished by
Review of the Kansas City, Missouri computer system, which covers all law enforcement agencies in the greater Kansas City area, revealed no
any further information would have to be furnished by
Review of the Kansas City, Missouri computer system, which covers all law enforcement agencies in the greater Kansas City area, revealed no record identifiable with
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DB Cooper-154523/15/77
AIRTLL
AIRMAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-S1)
FROM :
SAC, . KANSAS CITY - (164-80)
NORJAK;
00 SEATTLE
RUC b6 .b7C
Bafile 164-2111
HL:
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Re Seattle. airtel to. Kansas City, 2/7/77.
Enclosed for Seattle and Honolulu are two copies each of three investigative inserts reflecting investigation conducted by the Kansas City Division concerning captioned subject ..
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
S-Seattle : (Cnc. - 6) 2-Honolulu (Enc .- 6) . . (164-35) (Info) 1-Kansas City. ATJ:ctd (5)
164-81-7424 SEARCHED? INDEXED. SERIALIZED MAR 1 8 1977 FBI -- SEATTLE
E
DB Cooper-15453SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
12/17/76
SAC, INDIANAPOLIS (164-62) (RUC) 
NORJAK (00: Seattle) BUfile 164-2111
Re Portland letter to Indianapolis, 11/19/76. b6 b7C
The following investigation was conducted by SA on 12/10/76, at Ligonier, Indiana:
Number 21, Ligonier, Indiana, told SA
Indiana State Police Post that
was his for many years, and
did not hijack
The following investigation was conducted by SA on 12/10/76, at Ligonier, Indiana:
Number 21, Ligonier, Indiana, told SA
Indiana State Police Post that
was his for many years, and
did not hijack any airplane. has retired from the Indiana State Police and resides in Howe, Indiana.
In view of the above information, Indianapolis is conducting no further investigation.
A & D ELIMINATE
2-Portland 1-Indianapolis
JRB/ cms ano . (3)
164-81-7425 SEARCHED .. ). INDEXED ..... SERIALIZED .FILED. MAR2 4 1977 FBI - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-15454
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Airtel
TO SAC, Seattle (164-81) FROM SAC, Indianapolis (164-62) NORJAK
00: SE Bufile: 164-2111
ReSEairtel to IP, 3/7/77, and PDlet to IP, 11/19/76.
Enclosed for the office of origin is one photocopy of Indianapolis letter to Portland, dated 12/17/76. Seattle not previously in receipt of communication.
2 Seattle (Enc. 1) 1 Indianapolis JRG/sSC (3)
164-81-7426
J DB Cooper-15455
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AIRTEL

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAG, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (P)

NORJACK AIRCRAFT-HIJACKING 00: SEATTLE
Re New Orleans airtel to Seattle dated 12/3/76; Los Angeles letter
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AIRTEL

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAG, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (P)

NORJACK AIRCRAFT-HIJACKING 00: SEATTLE
Re New Orleans airtel to Seattle dated 12/3/76; Los Angeles letter to Richmond, dated 1/21/77.
Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph taken from the driver's license of
For information of Seattle. indices of the San Diego Office of the FBI were checked for also known
with negative results.
The San Diego Division is continuing efforts to display photograph to for identification. b6 b7C
Seattle Division should note that a comparison of the composite photograph of D. B. COOPER does not resemble the photograph and physical description of who is described as a white male, DOD , brown hair, hazel eyes, 6' and 156 lbs.
2-Seattle (Enc.1) 2-San Diego
TDK:kok (4)
3/18/77
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1649-7427 0
DB Cooper-15456SD 164-91
LEAD
SAN DIEGO
AT SAN DIEGO, CA. Will display photograph of
A&D
2₴
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DB Cooper-154573/15/77 b6 b7C
TO:
SAC, ALEXANDRIA
FROM:
SAC, PITTSBURGH
(164-93)
(RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK.
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Pittsburgh airtel to Miami dated 12/8/76; Miami airtel to Pittsburgh dated.
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DB Cooper-154573/15/77 b6 b7C
TO:
SAC, ALEXANDRIA
FROM:
SAC, PITTSBURGH
(164-93)
(RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK.
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Pittsburgh airtel to Miami dated 12/8/76; Miami airtel to Pittsburgh dated. 2/15/77.
Enclosed for Alexandria are two copies each of referenced airtels for background. Enclosed for Alexandria and Seattle is one copy each of photograph of b6
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Alexandria will.exhibit photo of (protect) ,
to.
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Arlington, Va., telephone. Determine if photo image is identical to person they know Pa.
as
Advise office of origin. 1
2 - Alexandria (Enc. 5). 2- Seattle (Enc. 1) & Pittsburgh
JIE/vle (5)
164-81-7428 SEARCHED INDEXED :SRIAL :: ) /1 9 1977 FUM - SE SITUE
F
DB Cooper-15458SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
3/18/77
SA THOMAS J. MANNING
NORJAK Re suspect
Re Portland letter to Seattle 2/18/77
On 3/14/77
Washington b6 was contacted re
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of
Washington on the suggestion U. S. Forest Service, Randle, Washington. Washington all her
She stated she has known life since she lived near his home. After viewing the composite drawings of the subject this matter she stated does not look like the subject and she doubts thathe now looks like the sub ject though she has not
After viewing the composite drawings of the subject this matter she stated does not look like the subject and she doubts thathe now looks like the sub ject though she has not seen him in several years. She suggested contact with
Washington
On 3/15/77 Pacific Bank of Washington was contacted and she also viewed the compositve photo raphs. She advised that, to the best of her knowledge was never in the military and has no parachuting experience. She stated she is sure was not gone from his residence for any periods of time in 1971 (November) and has shown no signs of sudden wealth. She stated he is a white male, 5'10" tall, about 180 pounds, very round face, swarthy complexion, wears glasses at all times (not contact lenses), is about 48 years old and has a very round nose as a prominent feature. She viewed the above mentioned photographs and stated has bushy, natural curly hair and is positive that the composite photograph is not
-n view of above information no further investigation being conducted re
(2) TJM/
164-81-7429
2!
DB Cooper-15459
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is positive that the composite photograph is not
-n view of above information no further investigation being conducted re
(2) TJM/
164-81-7429
2!
DB Cooper-15459
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVE MENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/18/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Bufile 164-2111
Re :
suggested as suspect. because he sup- posedly resembles the artist's composite of Unsub.
is described as follows:
Name
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Sex
Male
Race
White
Height
5'10"
Weight
155 - 165
Hair
Light brown
Washington Driver's License No.
LEAD :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington
Obtain and forward a copy of ton Driver's License to Seattle.
Washing- b6 b7c
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
164-81-7430
RNN/tcs (3)
MAR 1 81977 FBI · SEATTLE SEARCHED A INDEXED SERIALIZED PONFILED. 0 Z
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8010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-15460FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date:
3/14/77
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Precedence)
TO:
SAC, SPRINGFIELD
FROM :
SAC, LOUISVILLE (164-71) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Salt Lake City airtel to Louisville,
the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Precedence)
TO:
SAC, SPRINGFIELD
FROM :
SAC, LOUISVILLE (164-71) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Salt Lake City airtel to Louisville, 3/2/77.
Enclosed for Springfield is one copy of referenced communication.
West Kentucky Roofing Co., 1723 Broadway, Paducah, Ky., advised on 3/10/77, that he formerly had an employee namnd who worked for approximately four to six weeks during approximately 12/76 and 1/77, until he quit for a better job working at the Shawnee National Forest in southern Illinois. lives
Illinois, and his address is probably c/o General Delivery is a fairly small town. stated he vaguely
recalled mentioning some friend or acquaintance
named but he does not recall the details of the conversation and he is unable to furnish any pertinent informa- tion about
also advised he does not recall ever having employee using the name of who was employed during the same period was an
an employee naned however, he did have an during 12/76, employee. quit unexpectedly and without any notice around is of the opinion that is identical to and he has no explanation for the use of two different names.
quit unexpectedly and without any notice around is of the opinion that is identical to and he has no explanation for the use of two different names.
2-Springficid (Enc. - 1) 2- Seattic 1-Salt Lake City ( Info) (104-24) 1-Louisville JEP/drj (6)
164-81-7431
SCARORED INDE :40
SERIALIZED FI FI
V10191 FBI-SEATTLE Z
Approved: Sent
M Per
Special Agent in Charge
DB Cooper-15461 GPO : 19 .- O - 590-932
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LEADS:
SPRINGFILD DIVISION
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AT
ILLINOIS:
Will locate and interview and determine if he has any pertinent information regarding
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DB Cooper-15462
-- 2- OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOV. NMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/17/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
On February 16, 1977, telephone number telephonically advised that Snohomish, Washington, claims to know who she believes is D. B. COOPER.
On February 23, 1977, Snohomish, Washington, advised that
Y
identical with D. B. COOPER.
Everett, Washington, may be advised that
whom she has known since before At the time of the skijacking in 1971 was employed
Everett, Washington, may be advised that
whom she has known since before At the time of the skijacking in 1971 was employed at the Chalet Louis Restaurant in Everett, Washington. At the time of the skijacking was employed at Simpier Motors on Broadway in Everett, Washington. One of his duties
In this regard, he would fly regularly down to Portland At the time of the skijacking in 1971.
The for a weekend (the weekend of the skijacking) . advised she remembers this because it was Thanksgiving weekend. She advised that
and supposedly
were to return in two or three days. She advised she can
not recall exactly how soon after the
that the skijacking occurred, . but to the best of her memory it was approximately 3 days later. She advised
that the
During
this time the only correspondence received was a post
the first thing
card from Nevada. Upon the asked her was, answered that she thought
At this replied, I mean He
D. B. COOPER, 2) 2/- Seattle
D
WRM: skhi (2) 1
SERIALIZED I FILED lyn MAR 17 1977 FBI-SEATTLE
5010-110
y Buy U.
COOPER, 2) 2/- Seattle
D
WRM: skhi (2) 1
SERIALIZED I FILED lyn MAR 17 1977 FBI-SEATTLE
5010-110
y Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-15463 164-81-7432
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He kept talking about how clever COOPER was.
Since then, every time she is around the will say something about D. B. COOPER. that in the last five years she knows of no employment for She advised that shortly after the skijacking the went to Las Vegas, where worked for He
advised
a short time at the MGM Grand Hotel lost that job and they moved to Palm Springs where
worked at Bogies. advised that may have worked at another hotel in Palm Springs, but she is not sure. The then traveled for about a year or two, skiing at Lake Tahoe, visiting North Dakota, etc. advised that the drive a blue and white late model Cadillac. She advised they returned to Everett approximately 1 year ago and neither have worked since returned. They claim to live on unemployment. advised that the
advised that is an experienced parachutist, having jumped while in the Air Force.
advised that the
advised that is an experienced parachutist, having jumped while in the Air Force. She advised that
She advised that
he continually gives hints that he is she advised that
advised that
does not smoke now, however, he formerly did smoke. She advised that he worked at the Boeing Plant in Everett for a contractor during the construction of the 747 plant. described
as a white male, 5'6" to 5'7", 150 pounds,
hair thinner now than in Norjak photograph, sandy to light brown. She advised she can not recall his eyes.
SA asked how tall she thought is, to which she replied, about 5'7". It is noted SA is 5'11 1/2".
advised that in Everett and employed at the Bayliner Boat Company in Arlington
is now living
She advised that
is a native of this area. She is uncertain of which bank the bank at. She advised that is a high school graduate, is not an alcoholic, and has no discernible accent.
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DB Cooper-15464
2 SE 164-81
The Polk's City Directory for Everett, Washington,
reflected employed at Simpier Motors, 2202 Broadway, Everett, Washington,
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DB Cooper-15464
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The Polk's City Directory for Everett, Washington,
reflected employed at Simpier Motors, 2202 Broadway, Everett, Washington, 1971, 1972, and 1973. address was listed as Everett, Washington.
On February 28, 1977, records at Everett Police Department reflected
with the last being in 1972.
On February 28, 1977, records at Snohomish County Sheriff's Office reflect
described shown as white male
American, born
SSAN
5'10", 160 pounds, no photograph available.
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington.
Will obtain DMV and driver's license information and driver's license photograph of
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DB Cooper-15465
3SAC, CHICAGO. (164-297)
3/30/77
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
NORJAK 00: SE BUfile. 164-2111
Re Chicago airtel to Seattle; 1/28/72 and Portland letter to Seattle, 3/7/77.
Enclosed for Chicago are one copy of Portland letter to Seattle dated 3/7/77 and one black and white photo of suspect taken 1969-70; one color taken 1971; b7C
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photo of suspect
and one color photo of boats
For the information of Chicago, no letters were contained in the Seattle file; however, the enclosed photo- graphs
3/7/77 and one black and white photo of suspect taken 1969-70; one color taken 1971; b7C
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photo of suspect
and one color photo of boats
For the information of Chicago, no letters were contained in the Seattle file; however, the enclosed photo- graphs were located.
LEADS :
CHICAGO DIVISION
At Illinois b6
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ARMED & DANGEROUS 3
- Chicago (Encl. 4) - Seattle RNN/Ijt (5) J
164-81-7433
DB Cooper-15466SAC, CHICAGO (164-297)
3/30/77
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (₱)
NORJAK 00: . SE BUfile 164-2111
Re Chicago airtel to Seattle, 1/28/72 and Portland letter to Seattle, 3/7/77.
Enclosed for Chicago are. one copy of Portland : letter to Seattle dated 3/7/77 and one black and white. photo of suspect taken 1969-70; one color
b6 photo of suspect taken. 1971; b7C and one color photo of boats
For the information of Chicago, no letters were contained in the Seattle. file; however, the enclosed photo- graphs were located.
LEADS :
CHICAGO DIVISION
At Illinois b6
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will return the enclosed photos to
ARHED & DANGEROUS
2 - Chicago (Encl. 4) } - Seattle BÁN/1.jt (5) f
164-81-7433
DB.Cooper-15467OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.
jt (5) f
164-81-7433
DB.Cooper-15467OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
3/30/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
RICHARD WILLIAMS, Sheriff, Klickitat County Sheriff's Office, advised on March 28, 1977, that Date of Birth currently of Klickitat County, is a close lookalike to individual using the name DAN COOPER.
WILLIAMS advised that Washington State Patrol came across operating Oregon plates while allegedly being a resident of the State of Washington. During the citation and in court, noted the similarity between and individual who hijacked the airplane in November, 1971. is described as follows:
Race:
White
Sex:
Male
Height:
5' 9"
Weight:
168 pounds
Date of Birth:
Eyes: Brown
It is unknown if smokes, however, his voice and mannerisms follow the characteristics put out on UNSUB in this matter by FBI.
is currently living at an address
Washington. He has a Washington driver's
license showing an address of Federal Way, Washington, zip code
is currently living at an address
Washington. He has a Washington driver's
license showing an address of Federal Way, Washington, zip code
164-81-7434 SEARCHED INDEXED
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Sheriff WILLIAMS advised that his office has received unverified reports that anyone who comes near the residence
is met by
Sheriff WILLIAMS advised that his office is currently investi- gating this at this time.
According to WSP, was an employee at The Boeing Company and is very familiar with The Boeing airplanes.
Sheriff WILLIAMS advised that he would immediately notify the FBI Resident Agency at Yakima, if he obtains any additional information on this subject as pertains to captioned case.
Seattle indices and Norjak indices negative.
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At The Boeing Company
Contact the Personnel Department to determine if,
in fact, was an employee at Boeing and determine his access
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At The Boeing Company
Contact the Personnel Department to determine if,
in fact, was an employee at Boeing and determine his access to information on Boeing 747 aircraft.
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Notify SA Boeing contact.
of results of
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVL.NMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 3/30/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
RICHARD WILLIAMS, Sheriff, Klickitat County Sheriff's Office, advised on March 28, 1977, that Date of Birth currently of Klickitat County, is a close lookalike to individual using the name DAN COOPER.
WILLIAMS advised that Washington State Patrol came across operating Oregon plates while allegedly being a resident of the State of Washington. During the citation and in court, noted the similarity between and individual who hijacked the airplane in November, 1971.
is described as follows:
Race:
White
Sex :
Male
Height:
5'9"
Weight:
168 pounds
Date of Birth:
Eyes:
Brown
It is unknown if smokes, however, his voice and mannerisms follow the characteristics put out on UNSUB
as follows:
Race:
White
Sex :
Male
Height:
5'9"
Weight:
168 pounds
Date of Birth:
Eyes:
Brown
It is unknown if smokes, however, his voice and mannerisms follow the characteristics put out on UNSUB in this matter by FBI.
is currently living at an address Washington. He has a Washington driver's
license showing an address of Federal Way, Washington, zip code
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SAC, ANCHORAGE (164-59) (P)
NORJAK (00: SE)
BUFILE: 164-2111
RE :
Re SE letter to AN, 2/25/77.
On 3/16/77, it was determined that is visiting the lower forty-eight states and will not return to the Anchorage area until the first week in April, 1977.
LEADS:
ANCHORAGE
AT ANCHORAGE, ALASKA : Contact regarding
Contact of Anchorage Office Supply, which
the site ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
7 2 - Seattle 2 - Anchorage DHS/pas (4)
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SAC, Seattle (164-81)
SAC, Indianapolis (164-62)
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SAC, Seattle (164-81)
SAC, Indianapolis (164-62) (RUC)
NORJAK
00: SE
ReSElet to IP, 1/19/77.
On 3/21/77, a check of the World Wide Locater System, Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, by SC revealed that as of February, 1977, SSAN is assigned to the APO New York, New York 09046. APO 09046 is assigned to the U. S. Army Post Office located in Boblingen, Germany.
Any leads to have interviewed are being left to the discretion of the office of origin. 2-
1 Seattle - Indianapolis
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The following investigation was conducted by Special Agent
On February 28, 1977, of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Ist COSCOM Company, 2nd Street and F Street. Fort Bragg, North Carolina, telephone number observed four artist's conceptions of the unmnom subject toin Cho name DAN COOPER and stated that the individual is toolly unfamiliar to him and does not resemble anyone in his company.
number observed four artist's conceptions of the unmnom subject toin Cho name DAN COOPER and stated that the individual is toolly unfamiliar to him and does not resemble anyone in his company. His attention was then called to one of the stated that
In no way does the unknown subject resemble or look anything like
The company's who had known
Dince was assigned to the Company January 19, 1975, was thon called into the office; after observing four artist's conceptions of the unknown subject, stated that he has never seen this man or anyone closely resembling hin. attention was drawn to stated that
they are too opposite in appearunce.
The unit's first serscont and other members of the outfit who are familiar with vore alco shorn the artist's conceptions with negative results.
was described as follows:
Height 5'54ª
Weight Hair
180
Nostly bald, somo gray, no facial hair
Characteristics Facial
Ticaro glasses Round chubby face with light complexion
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assigned to the unit on January 19, 1975, he has not made any pazuchute items and is acoimnot to Ke highly pratbed him, stating that he
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stated that cinco WOC
assigned to the unit on January 19, 1975, he has not made any pazuchute items and is acoimnot to Ke highly pratbed him, stating that he is a very efficient and quiet worker with when he has aover had any difficulty except telephone calle from
On March 9, 1977. # filo was made available and it was noted that Ercri August 24, 1970, until My 22, 1972, was assigned to the John F. Kennedy Conter at the Inowituto For Militory Assistance, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. During that time, he was assigned to Headquarters and lead- quarters Company, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, as an
stated that personnel folder would not indicato if in fact Was on duty on or about March 24, 1971, or if he was on annual leave or on come other type of leave. The only way an individual's daily attendance at his military assignment could be verified would be a rovilow of the company's morning report for the particular day in questien.
stated that morning reports are hold for a short period of tice, aftorvard they are cont to the Pentagon for microfilming and then placed in archivos, possibly the Army Archivos at Saint Louis.
stated that morning reports are hold for a short period of tice, aftorvard they are cont to the Pentagon for microfilming and then placed in archivos, possibly the Army Archivos at Saint Louis.
recommended that if such information was nooded, the Department of the Army at the Pentagon should be contacted and advised of the particular unit Cho individual belonged to on the dato that verification is desired, and they would be able to provide that information oz whore it is contained.
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DB Cooper-15475 3/24/77 SAG, CHARLOTTE (164-101) (RUC)
NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE) XX (BUFILE 164-2111)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-01
RE:
Re Scattle airtel to Charlotte, 1/31/77.
Enclosed for Seattle is the original and three copies of an investigative insert.
ADMINISTRATIVE
No load is being set forth for the Department of the Army at Washington, D. C., to obtain the momine report to verify if is identical with inasmuch as in both facial characteristics and overall appearance, he does not resemble the hijacker.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Seattle (Encs. 4) 1 - Charlotte TBHETMe (3)
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 3/31/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE: SUB Z BU INSTRUCTIONS
SUB GG REPORTS
On 3/29/77, at FBI HQ, advised that he has had the Bureau of Missing Persons file reviewed for the months. of November and December of 1971 and all of 1972. There were approximately 5,166 persons in this file and from that number he was able to determine that approximately 20 were of the approximate general description of UNSUB in this matter.
stated he would have the fingerprint cards for these 20 suspects pulled and have their fingerprints com- pared to the NORJAK latents on file in this matter.
stated at the end of this search he would ad- vise the Seattle Division of the results. advised that it was his intention to take any potential suspects still re- maining and thoroughly process him as a suspect in this matter.
advised that it was his intention to take any potential suspects still re- maining and thoroughly process him as a suspect in this matter.
Finally explained that he could eliminate half of the missing persons because they were female and a great portion of the remaining because of age differences between them and UNSUB in this matter. In addition to age differences, there were others eliminated because of race.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
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DB Cooper-15477 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum

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

DATE:
3/31/77
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
RE: SUB Z BU INSTRUCTIONS SUB GG REPORTS
On 3/29/77, at FBI HQ, advised that he has had the Bureau of Missing Persons file reviewed for the months.
:	SA

DATE:
3/31/77
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
RE: SUB Z BU INSTRUCTIONS SUB GG REPORTS
On 3/29/77, at FBI HQ, advised that he has had the Bureau of Missing Persons file reviewed for the months. of November and December of 1971 and all of 1972. There were approximately 5,166 persons in this file and from that number he was able to determine that approximately 20 were of the approximate general description of UNSUB in this matter. stated he would have the fingerprint cards for these 20 suspects pulled and have their fingerprints com- pared to the NORJAK latents on file in this matter. stated at the end of this search he would ad- vise the Seattle Division of the results. advised that it was his intention to take any potential suspects still re- maining and thoroughly process him as a suspect in this matter.
Finally explained that he could eliminate half of the missing persons because they were female and a great portion of the remaining because of age differences between them and UNSUB in this matter. In addition to age differences, there were others eliminated because of race.
explained that he could eliminate half of the missing persons because they were female and a great portion of the remaining because of age differences between them and UNSUB in this matter. In addition to age differences, there were others eliminated because of race.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
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HAVE YOU. CONSIDERED
SEATTLEX
ATTORNEY COULD BE D. B. COOPER? HE'S AN EXPERIENCED PILOT AND PARACHUTIST .. HE OWNED HIS OWN PLANE HE'S REPUTED DESTITUTE BUT LIVES WELL.
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DB Cooper-15479FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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. Date of transcription
3/21/77
Mr. ROBERT LINCOLN TODD BECKWITH, Room 718, Central Office Building, 1425 H Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. (WDC), telephone was interviewed and furnished the following information:
stated that ROBERT LINCOLN TODD BECKWITH is the last living descendant of ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
(WDC), telephone was interviewed and furnished the following information:
stated that ROBERT LINCOLN TODD BECKWITH is the last living descendant of ABRAHAM LINCOLN. She said that in about 1965 or 1966, BRYANT COFFELT was introduced to BECKWITH through BECKWITH's friend, COFFELT became a chauffeur and companion to BECKWITH. He also claimed that he was a therapist and assisted Mr. BECKWITH, who described as a semi- invalid. In exchange for his assistance, BECKWITH paid COFFELT an indeterminate amount of money. COFFELT on occasion departed the WDC area, according to to
"finish nursing education at the University of Kansas."
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Virginia. On
Williamsburg, Virginia. According to
in BECKWITH's that BECKWITH
proceedings resulted and the Superior
Court of WDC granted indicated that the is currently in the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. She
indicated that COFFELT did not appear at proceedings.
advised that the last known contact that BECKWITH had with COFFELT was on June 15, 1976, when a deposition was taken by the trustees of BECKWITH's
advised that the last known contact that BECKWITH had with COFFELT was on June 15, 1976, when a deposition was taken by the trustees of BECKWITH's grandmother's estate to determine if in fact,
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to the estate. COFFELT also
gave a deposition. The deposition was furnished at the Williamsburg Circuit Court under the title
3/16/77 Washington, D.C.
File # WFO 164-169 b6
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3/18/77
by
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.
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indicated that her contacts with COFFELT have been limited, however, she was able to positively identify two (2) photographs of COFFELT. She stated that she recalled that COFFELT was hobbled by an injury he alleged to have received in prison. She added that the only associate of COFFELT's that she knew was who she described of COFFELT.
She stated that she recalled that COFFELT was hobbled by an injury he alleged to have received in prison. She added that the only associate of COFFELT's that she knew was who she described of COFFELT.
indicated that approximately three (3) weeks ago, she was contacted by
for Universal Studios, Los Angeles, California. displayed to her a death certificate for COFFELT listing requested from information regarding COFFELT and BECKWITH. She provided him with only the fact that and were public record and that could obtain this information from the courts in question.
indicated that is believed to currently reside at the following address :
described BECKWITH as an individual in his 70's, who has a speech impediment and Parkinson's disease. He currently lives at the Wisconsin Avenue Nursing Home, 3333 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., WDC. was unable to provide any additional information regarding COFFELT.
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PRECEDENCE: Immediate TOP SEC ET Facsimile Airtel Priority Routine
FBI
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype SECRET
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DB Cooper-15481 TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate TOP SEC ET Facsimile Airtel Priority Routine
FBI
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
3/29/77

TO:	DIRECTOR,	FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, WFO	(164-169) (P)

NORJACK (00: SE)
RE: UNSUB;
869
Re WFO airtel to Bureau dated 3/2/77 and Los Angeles nitel to Bureau dated 3/19/77.
Enclosed for Seattle is the original and one copy of an FD-302 reflecting results of an interview of
for Mr. ROBERT LINCOLN TODD BECKWITH. Enclosed for Bureau and other receiving offices is one copy each of the FD-302
WFO is holding in abeyance an interview with BECKWITH pending results of Honolulu's interview with
Honolulu,
Hawaii. If as a result of this interview with it is determined that additional investigation is necessary at Washington, D.C., WFO will handle.
11
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2-Bureau (Enc. 1) 1-Alexandria (164-72) (Enc. 1) (Info) 2-Honolulu (164-85) (Enc.
11
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2-Bureau (Enc. 1) 1-Alexandria (164-72) (Enc. 1) (Info) 2-Honolulu (164-85) (Enc. 1) 1-Portland (164-41) (Enc. 1) (Info) 2-Los Angeles (164-497) (Enc. 1) 2-Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 2) recik 1-WFO TFD : smv (11)
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TO:	SAC, HONOLULU (164-85)
FROM:	SAC, BUFFALO (164-46) (RUC)

NORJAK (00: SEATTLE)
. & (. 7
Re Honolulu airtel to Buffalo, 3/10/77.
N.Y., was interviewed at his place of employment, The WCA Hospital. 207 Foote Ave., Jamestown, N.Y., where he is employed
examined the artist's conception of UNSUB, aka; D. B. COOPER and advised the photograph does not resemble anyone with whom he has come into contact and to the best of his recollection does not resemble BRYANT COFFELT.
advised he is unable to recall any specifics concerning his treating COFFELT during June.
not resemble anyone with whom he has come into contact and to the best of his recollection does not resemble BRYANT COFFELT.
advised he is unable to recall any specifics concerning his treating COFFELT during June. 1975. pointing out he was one of
at the Queen's Medical Center, Honolulu where approximately 100 patients were admitted each day. He advised COFFELT was not
and suggested a review of medical records at the queen's Medical Center could possibly furnish background information concerning COFFELT especially whether he had any serious leg or groin injuries or obvious scars and marks. 
2 - Honolulu 2 - Seattle (164-81) I - Buffalo RDA; ew (5)
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LEADS
HONOLULU DIVISION
AT HONOLULU, HAWAII
If not already done review medical records at the Queen's Medical Center concerning BRYANT COFFELT in an effort to determine if any scars, marks or obvious injuries were written on his record at the time of his admission.
not already done review medical records at the Queen's Medical Center concerning BRYANT COFFELT in an effort to determine if any scars, marks or obvious injuries were written on his record at the time of his admission.
AtD
DB Cooper-15484
2*DIRECTOR, FBI (ATTN: IDENTIFICATION DIVISION) (164-2111)
3/29/77
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (P)
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE :
Re Cleveland airtel to Director, 2/11/77, and Identification Report, 2/28/77, Latent Case b6 b7C
Enclosed for Identification Division is one latent fingerprint card of United Airlines (UAL) containing fingerprints of
On March 28, 1977, UAL, 20545 Center Ridge Road, Rocky River, Ohio, furnished Special Agent (SA) one FBI applicant fingerprint card utlized by UAL to record the fingerprints of UAL employee These fingerprints were obtained by w at the time of initial employement in This fingerprint card containing prints of must be returned to UAL after being used in comparison of Intent fingerprints in captioned matter with known prints of 
Request of the Bureau
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fingerprints in captioned matter with known prints of 
Request of the Bureau
The Identification Division is requested to compare latent fingerprints in captioned matter with the latent fingerprints of b6 b7C 30- Bureau (Enc. 1) (RM) - Seattle (164-81) (Info) 2 - Cleveland
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TRANSMIT VIA:
Airtel
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION:
DATE:
4/11/77
To: SAC, Seattle (164-81)
From: Director, FBI (164-2111)
Su Gá
Sur Z
NORJACK 00: SEATTLE
ReButelcal to Seattle 3/30/77.
Enclosed for Seattle are Xerox copies of missing person index cards which generally fit the description of captioned unsub.
(This line for LEFT MARGIN.)
In connection with captioned investigation it was suggested by the Criminal Investigative Division that a manual search of the missing persons indices be conducted here at FBIHQ Identification Division. Approximately 5200 cards containing information regarding missing persons were reviewed in an effort to identify logical suspects who were reported as missing at about the time the hijacking occurred.
Approximately 5200 cards containing information regarding missing persons were reviewed in an effort to identify logical suspects who were reported as missing at about the time the hijacking occurred. Identification Division personnel were furnished with a composite description of Dan Cooper and as a result the below listed white males were developed as suspects. Each of the individuals were reported as missing during latter 1971 or 1972.
(Do not type BEYOND THIS MARGIN.)
This search was based upon the presumption that unsub may have perished during the jump from the aircraft and that some relative somewhere may have filed a missing person report.
Enclosures - 17 Puf
(Do not type below this line.)
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-15486Airtel to SAC, Seattle RE : NORJACK
Sixteen of the 21 persons fitting Cooper's description have fingerprint cards on file within the Identification Division and each were compared to the latents developed in captioned matter with negative results.
1.
Height : 5 8'
Weight: 137
Florida, Washington, D.
have fingerprint cards on file within the Identification Division and each were compared to the latents developed in captioned matter with negative results.
1.
Height : 5 8'
Weight: 137
Florida, Washington, D. C.
or Congressman J. Herbert Burke,
2.
Height: 6
Weight: 180 Presently Bureau fugitive, Miami Office of Origin
3.
Height: 5'10"
New York Reported as missing November, 1971
4.
Height: 5'11"
Missing since November, 1971
South Carolina
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DB Cooper-15487
2Airtel to SAC, Seattle
RE :
NORJACK
5.
Height: 5 '11"
Weight. 200
Hair: Brown
Eyes : Blue
Information received at FBIHQ as missing person on 3/16/72
6.
Height:
5'6"
Weight: 121
Hair: Brown
Missing since 1971, however, information not received at FBIHO until 10/14/75
Missouri
7.
Height :
5'9"
Weight : 171
Hair:
Brown
Eyes: Hazel
Reported as missing since November, 1971
Ohio
8.
Height:
5'11"
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RE :
NORJACK
Weight: 190 Hair: Brown
Missing since 1971, however, information not received until 6/11/73 Contact Senator Strom Thurmond, Washington, D. C.
9.
Height: 5'8
Weight: 175
Hair: Brown
Missing since 1971, no specific date given
Maryland
10.
1971, however, information not received until 6/11/73 Contact Senator Strom Thurmond, Washington, D. C.
9.
Height: 5'8
Weight: 175
Hair: Brown
Missing since 1971, no specific date given
Maryland
10.
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 220
Missing since 12/5/71
Missouri
11.
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 200
Hair: Brown
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Date of disappearance unavailable, however, missing person information received at FBIHQ 5/22/72
Contact Congressman Charles E. Bennett, Washington, D. C.,
Florida Note: Although this individual fits the general description of unsub, it is felt that he may be tuo old to be the hijacker 
DB Cooper-15489
4Airtel to SAC, Seattle RE : NORJACK
The following individuals reported as missing in 1971 or 1972 have since been arrested by law enforcement authorities:
12 - 15.
Height: 6'2" Weight: 162
Missing since 1971, however,
California
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 190
Hair: Brown
California Information was not received until 11/28/72, however, identification files reflect that
Height: 5'10"
Missing since 1971
Massachusetts Identification files reflect that
Pennsylvania
Information received at FBIHQ on 7/28/72 Identification files reflect that
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however, identification files reflect that
Height: 5'10"
Missing since 1971
Massachusetts Identification files reflect that
Pennsylvania
Information received at FBIHQ on 7/28/72 Identification files reflect that
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DB Cooper-15490
5Airtel to SAC, Seattle RE: NORJACK
In addition, Xerox cards of the following six individuals are being furnished to Seattle:
There is limited information on the Xerox cards which may be beneficial to the office of origin in setting forth leads.
It is suggested that Seattle obtain photographs of the missing persons reported above, either from police departments or through contact with relatives for display to witnesses if similarities are noted. It is also suggested that the artist's conception of Cooper be displayed to the relatives of these individuals to determine if there are any similarities. Advise Bureau of results.
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6NO KOT
MISSING PERSON #
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
(Ø) Missing since data not given. Notify Hon. J. Herbert Burke, H of R, Wash D.C. 20515. . Inf rec per phone call to
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Sex
FBINO
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2 Male Female
Arrest, Ko.
Inf rec per phone call to
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Sex
FBINO
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2 Male Female
Arrest, Ko.
Date of Arrest or Received
Charge EUP
Heard Com (indicate P.D., S.O., etc.)
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Address of Contributor MEMPHIS DELLY
Inked Impressions - Four fingers of right hand taken' :. f simultaneously. If amputated or badly scarred, use left hand
Signature (in ink) of person fingerprinted
b6
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Signature (in ink) of official taking print
DB Cooper-15492
b6 b7C
Date:
( 59 25 1067
Identification Division
BI number. It is understood that no 10F DB Cooper-15493
W 6' 2/8/34
b6 b7C
ME
MIDDLE NAME
IASES
(6) Missing since approx 5 yrs. Notify
(SSN
KIS SPACE BLANK
Follow-up seny APR 1 1977/aju
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
)
25
6
b6 b7C
2DB Cooper-15494
11/18/41
b6 b7C
FBI
Robert
RACE Cauc
MIDDLE NAME
CORPS
HEIGHT (inches)
70
Missing since 1 yr ago Notify .
OF RIOTU
NY
inf rec 11-3-72 1mz 11-7-72
Corres filed
Follow-up sent NOV 1 1973 Kal A
STILL MISSING Inf. rec. 2 - 12:23 227- 11-12-23
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
* Male
REF
J
b6 b7C DB Cooper-15495
W 5'11" 9-13-38
RACE .
2 - 12:23 227- 11-12-23
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
* Male
REF
J
b6 b7C DB Cooper-15495
W 5'11" 9-13-38
RACE . b6 Cauc b7C
MISSING PERSON #7(67
AME MIDDLE NAME
FBI
HEIGHT (inci. 71
B
DO NOT FILE INDEX מריח זינ
I (Maybe C) Missing since Nov .. 1971. Notify
5 SPACE BLANK
Inf rec 1-9-75
dls 1-16-75. Corres filed MPU. (SSN is given.) JAN 2 1976
Follow-up sent
b6
HILL MISSING Int. rocEl
b7CDB Cooper-15496
:
b6
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DAT
MISSING PERSON
FBI
JASES
(Maybe () Missing since datalbot given Notify
inf rec. 3-16-72 1mz 3-23-72.
Corres filed , 1126-MRU .. Btw105" Sent MAR 1 . KI
STILL MISSING Im. rec. 3-8-73 KAM 3-4-73
Follow-up sent MAR 14000 PS 4
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
MIDDLE NAME
KE

SEX	RACE
Cau.	M
HT. [Inches) 712	WT. 200
HAIR	EYES Blu
Brn.

AITRAR OOTU
THIS SPACE BLANK'
SES IF SUBJECT FOUND TO BE WANTED.
STILL MISSING Int main
b6 b7c DB Cooper-15497
b6
b7c
MISSING PERSON
FBI#
(maybe Ø) missing since 1971, Notify
MO Inf rec 10-14-75 PS
STILL MISSING Int main
b6 b7c DB Cooper-15497
b6
b7c
MISSING PERSON
FBI#
(maybe Ø) missing since 1971, Notify
MO Inf rec 10-14-75 PS 10-23-75. Corres
b6 b7C
filed MP. OCT .1 1976m . Follow-up sent STILL MISSING Int. tec.
- DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX DB Cooper-15498
MISSING PERSON
FBI
AME
MIDDLE NAME
HEIGHT ( inch
697
DATE OF BIRTH
0
ACE OF BIRTH
(0) Missing since November, 1971. Notify
Inf rec 10/4/76
PACE BLANK
asm 10/ 15/ 10.
(SN (SS
en. ) given.)
1
1.
71
Male
REF.
b6
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b6 b7C
RACE
CAUDB Cooper-15499
b6
b7c
3/30/27
MISSING PERSON
FBI
170 NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
1
(Maybe Ø) Missing since two yrs. Notify Hon Strom Thurmond, United States Senate, Washingto D. C. 20510. Inf rec 6-11-73 kam 6-26-73. Corres filed Bu Files.
(SSN are given.
-b6
b7C S:DB Cooper-15500
b6 b7C
5'8" 11/12/29 MISSING PERSON FBI
Nume
SURNAME
Alias
No.
(Maybe Ø) Missing since 1971. Notify
6/17/10. MD
Inf rec 6/8/76 dsm
PO NOT FILE, IN CARD INDEX
b6 b7CDB Cooper-15501
V 6'1ª
MISSING PERSON
FBI
DO NOT FII IN CARD INI
(0 -- ASN
Missing since 12/5/71.
MD
Inf rec 6/8/76 dsm
PO NOT FILE, IN CARD INDEX
b6 b7CDB Cooper-15501
V 6'1ª
MISSING PERSON
FBI
DO NOT FII IN CARD INI
(0 -- ASN
Missing since 12/5/71. Notify
3161,
HIS SPACE BLANK
Missouri
Inf rec 10/12/72
: cim 10/16/72~ Corres filed Bu Files. 79-1-14211 Follow-up sent OCT 2-1973
STILL MISSING Inf. rec. 10-12-13
0-19-73
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MIDDLE NAME
{ASES

SEX Male	RACb6
W/hb7c
HT. (Inches) 73	WT.
22C
HAIR	EYC:
Brn	Hazs

DATE OF BIR Y
1
,
b6 b7CDB.Cooper-15502
b6
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FBI
MISSING PERS
5. CIVIL SERVI":
IDO NOT FILM EN. CARD . INDEX
(Typewritten) Position to' Department Locatio
SOCHELICOM 1. Th
(MAYBE IDENT) Missing since no date given Notify Hon Charles E. Bennett H of R Wash DC 20515 ini rec 5/22/72 seb 6/1/72 Corros filed Bu files : b6 b7C
KARWEIOLORON DB Cooper-15503
LEAV
1)
W 6'1" 1-7-41
FBI LEAVL GIF b6
b7C
STATE USAGE
MISSING PERSONS
FBI
:
5 HAR brn
DATE 5-18-72
ESSATIRE GF OF
.
Bennett H of R Wash DC 20515 ini rec 5/22/72 seb 6/1/72 Corros filed Bu files : b6 b7C
KARWEIOLORON DB Cooper-15503
LEAV
1)
W 6'1" 1-7-41
FBI LEAVL GIF b6
b7C
STATE USAGE
MISSING PERSONS
FBI
:
5 HAR brn
DATE 5-18-72
ESSATIRE GF OF
.
(Ø) Missing since 1971. Notify SAC Balto MD. Inf rec 9-6-75 PS 10-29-75. Corres filed Bu files.
CHARGE
Follow-up sent OCT .1- 1976 STILL MISSING Int. rec.
FINAL DISPOSITION
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
b6
ASS . FPC
b7c IDB Cooper-15504
0
b6
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·TION IN BLACK
LE .. .
MISSING PERSO
FBI
STATE USAGE; CI
RGE
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX D (REESTABLISHED) (Ident by FBI #) Missing since data not given, Notify Jacket.
(Soc Sec
rec 11-28-72, kam, 12-7-72. Corres filed in
California
Inf
(OVER) Lunt
Before any dissemination is made of this record all non-Feueral California arrests in this jacket are to be purged in accordance with the attached request.
REFER JACKET THE POSTING SECTION FOR NECESSARY PROCESSING
TO
The above instructions do not apply to subjects 80 years of age or older - they should be automatically roused and not returned to Posting Sector wantedDB Cooper-15505
b6
LEAVI
-
5'10" -
$
MISSING PERSON
FBI
STATE USAGE
1
1
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a
DATE.
apply to subjects 80 years of age or older - they should be automatically roused and not returned to Posting Sector wantedDB Cooper-15505
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LEAVI
-
5'10" -
$
MISSING PERSON
FBI
STATE USAGE
1
1
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a
DATE.
S.SNATURE OF OI
(Maybe () Missing cinco 5 una lintis
-
CHARGE
THAY
Inf rec 7/9/76 dsm 7/22/76. DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
4
FINAL D'SPOSITION
CLASS . FPC
b6
9
No
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1-12-77 Kkw 1-12-77
IL BR
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4DB Cooper-15506
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MISSING CHASOry
FBI
c01
NAME
KG
TA
2 (Maybe ) Masino since data not given Notify
Pennsylvania
inf rec 7-28-72 cjt
1 8-12-72. Correa filed
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX b6
* Fity
STILL MISSING Inf. rec. 6-20-222 256-25-72670
Follow-up sent AUG. 1.2. 1973. STILL MISSING-In- rec. 10-Ja. 23 UmDB Cooper-15507
*
KI PERSON NO FINGERPRINTS fy Hon. Lee H. Intatives, Washington, .4 als 12-20-74.
) DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX.
Missing since December, 1971 Notify Senator Clifford P. Hansen, United States Schate, Vash, D. C. 20510 inf rec 10-24-72 Irz 10-26-72 Corres filed Bu files.
MP
'DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
6º1ª MISSING PERSON
NO FINGERPRINTS
ay EYES: Blue
Notify
dem 11/3/76. Corres DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
Wr: 180 HAIR: DAGC
YES: Brown BUILD: Medium
LLEVE): OX complexion
Corres DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
Wr: 180 HAIR: DAGC
YES: Brown BUILD: Medium
LLEVE): OX complexion
Missing since not givenCAde,
sedWashington, DC
ant rec 10/0/75 dans 20/0/75. Corres filed Bufiles. 79-7-Jana" Bayer Follow-up sapin But 1 1976 com doy
6-2
SING PERSON NO FINGERPRINTS
EYES: brown
II. Tec 3/13/ 74 16, MPU.
-1-15
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
b6 b7C
₪ 5°8 MISSING PERSONS
NO FINGERPRINTS
POB: brown
Ft: 180 lbs. Hair:
: Missing since 18-13-72 Notify Congrossman John Milliam Stanton, Wash DO 20515 in? roo 11-22-78 773po 11-24-72 Corros filed Bu Filos
11-24-25€
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MISSING PERSON ? NO FINGERPRINTS
b6 b7C
6'1
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
MISSING PERSON
TO FINGERPRINTS b6
6º19 MISSING FERSON
b7c
NO FINGERPRINTS
WT: 185 HAIR: Black & gray EYES: Blue S&M:
Missing since not given, Notify
Inf rec 11/1/76 dsm 11/3/76. Corres & photo filed Dufiles. DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
is given.)
(SEN
MISSING PERSON b7C b6 Missing since 1971. Notify Mon. Lee H. NO FINGERPRINTS willamilton, House of Representatives, Washington, DC 20515.
)
(SEN
MISSING PERSON b7C b6 Missing since 1971. Notify Mon. Lee H. NO FINGERPRINTS willamilton, House of Representatives, Washington, DC 20515. Inf rec 12-13-74 cls 12-20-74. Corres filed Bufiles. (SSN is given)
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX.
6-2
b6 b7C
MISSING PERSON
DO NOT FILE IN CARD INDEX
NO FINGERPRINTS
WE: 200 Lbs HAIR: short brown EYES: brown
Missing since 11/3/71. Notify
New Mexico
kal 3/19/74.
Corres filed
Inf rec 3/13/74 MPUT.
(SSN
is given.)
Follow-up sent _13 % 1975 (b) Aus w MesinG Int. rec. 3-19-75-42-2 3-27-75
DB Cooper-15508
₹1-336 (Rev. 6-17-76)
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE A A 2 # I A
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION Washington, D. C. 20537 REPORT of the
IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION

YOUR FILE NO.	134-30 (₽)
FBI FILE NO.	104-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

TO:
SAC, Cleveland
April 11, 1977
Auk MA
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE:
Letter 3-29-77
EXAMIN ATION REQUESTED BY:
SPECIMENS:
Clovaland
Fingerprints of
Eight Intent fingerprints, which were made by the tip and lower joint arcas of
April 11, 1977
Auk MA
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE:
Letter 3-29-77
EXAMIN ATION REQUESTED BY:
SPECIMENS:
Clovaland
Fingerprints of
Eight Intent fingerprints, which were made by the tip and lower joint arcas of fingers, and the latent impression, which lo a fingerprint or a palm print, in this case were compared, insofar as possible, with the fingerprints of but no idontification was effected. The remaining unidentified Intent fingerprints in this case are not identical with the fingerprints of No palm prints are available in the Identification Division files for Tho specimen is enclosed.
Enc. 2 - Scottlo (164-81)
164-81-7446
Assistant Director;Identification ! asjon.
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
SERIALIZED ALAPFILED: FR 1 3 1877 1.BI-SEATTLE
Fay DOJ
DB Cooper-15509
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b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date:
4/12/77
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TO:	DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

MONTHLY SUMMARY
Sw.
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

MONTHLY SUMMARY
Sw. 0
SUSPECTS
There are currently 888 suspects, .871 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects have been developed and appropriate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects are under consideration at this time.
MISCELLANEOUS
UACB, Seattle, will discontinue submitting monthly airtels and will instead furnish the Bureau a report every six months. The next report will reach the Bureau by next month.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111) 3- Seattle (164-81) RNN : ecf (5221
PVN J
SAC INFO -LAST PARAGRAPH
164-81-7447
Searched. No Perlized
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent
GHO: 1975 0336-392 Filed lv
DB Cooper-15510 FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date:
4/12/77
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
MONTHLY SUMMARY
SUSPECTS
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TO:	DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
MONTHLY SUMMARY
SUSPECTS
There are currently 888 suspects, .871 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects have been developed and appropriate investigation is being instituted. No promising suspects are under consideration at this time.
MISCELLANEOUS
UACB, Seattle, will discontinue submitting monthly airtels and will instead furnish the Bureau a report every six months. The next report will reach the Bureau by next month.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau (164-2111) 3
- Seattle (164-81) RNN : ecf (5)
164-81-7447
Sent M Per Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1975 O - 590-992 DB Cooper-155114/11/77
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to BAC: ANCHORAGE, (164-59)
FROM SAÇ; SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECTİ NORJAK
001. SEATTLE
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REC "b7c For the information of the Anchorage Division; has been suggested as a suspect in this matter by
(protect)
on the Alaska Pipeline operating out. of': possesses a photograph .of
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resembles the artist's composite of :: UNSUB in this matter.
information of the Anchorage Division; has been suggested as a suspect in this matter by
(protect)
on the Alaska Pipeline operating out. of': possesses a photograph .of
b7D
resembles the artist's composite of :: UNSUB in this matter. :
was sitting at a bar in Valdes having -a large number of drinks and was heard mumbling to himself something to the affect that the Statute of Limitations would be over in a few weeks.
This was just before the original statute was to expire in November, 1976."; Those nearby started to question him about
his remarks and he immediately changed the subject:
advised that worked for the Boeing Aircraft Corporation and although he had no information on b7C b7D
b6
present age, height, or possibly military background, he did state that. is currently in Valdez, Alaska. has requested that
not be contacted at this time on this matter because in his remarks said he was reluctant to provide name to authorities as a possible suspect.
164-81-7448
3- Anchorage
york:
Seattle
(7)
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DB Cooper-15512.
Washington. stated
b7C
Valdeż, Alaska
b6 who accordingSE 164-81
Investigation at Boeing Aircraft Corporation on 2/23/73 Failed to reveal any thatcation that a.
stated
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Valdeż, Alaska
b6 who accordingSE 164-81
Investigation at Boeing Aircraft Corporation on 2/23/73 Failed to reveal any thatcation that a. ,b6 has ever worked for Boeing:
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On 3/23/77. Investigation at International Union of Operating Erainesret failed to reveal's record :b6
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was a result of contact with It was Learned that all personnel working on: the pipeline for Alyeska would be members of unfens whose headquarters are located at Anchorage and/or Fairbanks, Alaska . It is thought that Night possibly bo a member of the Laborers, Teamsters; Fitters or Cooks Union,
LEADS .
ANCHORAGE DIVISION
At Anchorage, Alaska
will contact Alyeska home office and determine if" their records reflect whether has worked. for then b6 and If do, obtain appropriate background information to process b7C him as a suspect;
At Anchorage .s. Fairbanks, Alaska
Will-contact appropriate labor unions. to determine Lf is a member of those labor unions and thereafter determine 2.b6 appropriate background information to process him as a suspect in b7C this matter.
to determine Lf is a member of those labor unions and thereafter determine 2.b6 appropriate background information to process him as a suspect in b7C this matter.
At Valdez, Alaska
#14TIE cannot be processed anyother way; :b6 attempt to obtain background information. of noting that b7C he is currently supposedly living in Valdes.
SEATTLE DIVISION
D.B. Cooper: 155138# 164-81
: b6 At: Washington
b7c b7D
Fill recontact
and determine if he is able to obtain a copy of photograph :. In addition, will determine from any further information which might possibly indicate that is involved in this matter.
ARMED $. DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-155144/11/77
TO SAC;ANCHORAGE'(164-59)
PROM SAC; SEATTLE -- (164-81)
b6
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SUBJECT :: / HORJAK
OOKW. SEATTLE
b6 b7c
RE:
For the information of the Anchorage Division! has been suggested as a suspect in this matter by
(protect)s Washington. stated
on the alaska Pipeline operaput. the Or possesses-a photograph of
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Valdez, Alaska, who according to
resembles. the artist's composite of ..
b7D UNSOD in this matter ;:
was sitting at a bar in.
the Or possesses-a photograph of
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Valdez, Alaska, who according to
resembles. the artist's composite of ..
b7D UNSOD in this matter ;:
was sitting at a bar in. Valdez having a large number of drinks and was heard mumbling to himself something to the effect, that the Statute of Limitations would be over in a few weeks. This was just before the original statute was to expire in November 1976. . Those nearby started to question him about his remarke and he immediatelychanged the subject
advised that worked for the Boeing b6 Aircraft Corporation and although he had no information.on b7C b7D
present are, height, or possibly military background
is currently
did' state that: in Valdez, Alaska's :.
has requested "that
not be contacted at this time on this matter because in his roparke said he was reluctant to provide! pane to authorities as a possible suspect.
Anchorage Seattle RAN/15₺ (7)
164-81-7448
DB.Cooper-15515
b6OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION -CSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 4/8/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE

BUFILE
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 4/8/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE

BUFILE 164-2111	Su Gr.
RE:	SEARCH AREA	0
SUB E
WIND AND WEATHER	4
SUB U

Re memo of SA
On March 29, 1977,
dated 3/14/77. b6 b7C
Washington, home telephone was contacted at his home and he provided the following information: stated he was flying on Continental Flight 306 which originated in Burbank, California, with a stop over in San Jose, California, and another stop in Portland, Oregon, and then the final destination was Seattle, Washington. stated he landed in Seattle at approximately 5:30 P.M. on November 24, 1971. advised that it was his recollection that Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 305 landed at Seattle- Tacoma International Airport at approximately 5:32 P.M. on that same night. advises estimated time of departure was 6:10 P.
that it was his recollection that Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 305 landed at Seattle- Tacoma International Airport at approximately 5:32 P.M. on that same night. advises estimated time of departure was 6:10 P.M., but he actually left Seattle at about 7:09 P.M. to fly back to Portland, Oregon. advised that when he landed at Portland the wind was from 160 degrees at 35 knots and this was approxi- mately 7:49 P.M. During the flight down to Portland, noticed that his cruising altitude of about 13, 000 feet that he was flying into a headwind of about 60 knots. explained that on the way to Seattle from Portland his ground speed was 480 knots, but on the way back down to Portland his ground speed was only 420 knots. According to the wind apparently was shifting from approximately 160 to approximately 200 degrees.
5010-110
4 - Seattle RNN : Gkh (4)2
164-81-7449
{ SEARCHEDA INDEXED en FILED que APR 8 1977
FEI-SEATTLE
IN
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stated that the weather was bad and that there was lots of moisture potential even at the altitude that he was flying at.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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DB Cooper-15518 SE 164-81
stated that the weather was bad and that there was lots of moisture potential even at the altitude that he was flying at. stated that at lower altitudes it was raining and very cold. advised that in his opinion if a person were to parachute in such weather with such high winds he would not make a successful parachute jump.
by In view of the fact that the information provided does not seem to conflict with previous weather information obtained from the National Weather Bureau, no further investigation concerning this aspect of the investigation will be conducted.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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2 March 14, 1977
United States Dept. of Justice Federal Bureau of Investigation Sacramento, CA 95814
٨ مية
Gentlemen:
Please refer to attached copy of letter received from John Reed, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Seattle, Washington. Please advise. name and address of insurance company which reimbursed Northwest Airlines for their loss of $200,000 in the ."D. B.
name and address of insurance company which reimbursed Northwest Airlines for their loss of $200,000 in the ."D. B. Cooper" matter.
I would appreciate hearing from you at your earliest convenience.
Very truly yours,
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164-81-7450 164-81-Sacd-R
SEARCHED SERIALIZEDANN .. FILED .TZ ..... 15 8 APR. 1 1977
SEARCHED SINDAL XLD SERIALIZED FILED MAR 1 61577 FBI - SACRAMENTO
CE . SEATTLE
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
915 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98174 March 8, 1977
SubR
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Dear
At the present time, there is no official reward being offered for finding either "Mr. D. B. Cooper" or the ransom money. However, the insurance company which has reimbursed Northwest Airlines for their loss in this matter, does, on an individual basis, negotiate rewards on a C.O.D. basis only.
In view of the fact that this is a pending FBI investigation, no confidential information can be released to you to aid in your locating either Cooper or the ran- som money by the use
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It is suggested
of the fact that this is a pending FBI investigation, no confidential information can be released to you to aid in your locating either Cooper or the ran- som money by the use
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It is suggested if you have any further questions, or information, that you contact the FBI Resident Agency in your area. This agency would be listed near the front of your telephone directory. . The headquarters for your area is in Sacramento, California.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in this matter, and wish you the best of luck in your efforts to locate either Cooper or the ransom money.
Very truly yours, John M. Run
John M. Reed 164-81-7451 Special Agent in Charge
DB Cooper-15521
164-81-List
SEARCHED SERIALIZED.
INDEXED
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED
FILED
APR 1 1977
MAR 1 G 1977 ABI - SACRAMENTO
CE' . SEATTLEFD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date:
3/30/77
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SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

RE :
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FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

RE :
MISCELLANEOUS LETTERS - SUB R
Re Seattle airtel to Sacramento, dated 3/8/77.
Enclosed for the Sacramento Division is one (1) copy of a letter from Seattle to dated 3/29/77.
The enclosed letter is being sent to Sacramento for information purposes only. Seattle at this time is taking no further action.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Sacramento (164-50) (Encl. 1) 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN : ecf (5
1 ?
164-81-7452
Approved:
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GPO : 1975 O - 590-992 DB Cooper-15522
b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
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Date:
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TO:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE: MISCELLANEOUS LETTERS - SUB R
Re Seattle airtel to Sacramento, dated 3/8/77. Enclosed for the Sacramento Division is one (1) copy of a letter from Seattle to dated 3/29/77.
The enclosed letter is being sent to Sacramento for information purposes only.
Enclosed for the Sacramento Division is one (1) copy of a letter from Seattle to dated 3/29/77.
The enclosed letter is being sent to Sacramento for information purposes only. Seattle at this time is taking no further action.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS . 
2 - Sacramento (164-50) (Encl. 1) 3 - Seattle (164-81), RNN: ecf (5) J
164-81-7452
Approved:
Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1975 O - 590-992 DB Cooper-15523
b6 b7C915 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98174 March 29, 1977
Dear
The insurance company that reimbursed Northwest Orient Airlines for their loss in this matter is the Royal Globe Insurance Company, 150 William Street, New York, New York.
If you plan to contact Royal Globe, I should caution you that you should in no way imply to them that you have official FBI sanction or have in any other way implied or expressed, obtained FBI approval for your search to locate either Cooper or the ransom money using
Very truly yours,
John M. Reed Special Agent in Charge
1 - Xerox copy made for Sacramento Division 1 - Addressee ( 3)- Seattle (164-81) RNN : jsb (5) N
164-81-7453
DB Cooper-15524
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b6 b7C915 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98174
Special Agent in Charge
1 - Xerox copy made for Sacramento Division 1 - Addressee ( 3)- Seattle (164-81) RNN : jsb (5) N
164-81-7453
DB Cooper-15524
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b6 b7C915 Second Avenue Seattle, Washington 98174 March 29, 1977
Dear
The insurance company that reimbursed Northwest Orient Airlines for their loss in this matter is the Royal Globo Insurance Company, 150 William Street, New York, New York.
If you plan to contact Royal Globe, I should caution you that you should in no way imply to them that you have official FBI sanction or have in any other way implied or expressed, obtained FBI approval for your search to locate cither Cooper or the ransom money using 
Very truly yours,
John H. Reed Special Agent in Charge 
1 - Xerox copy made for Sacramento Division 1 - Addressee 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/ jsb (5)
164-81- 7453
DB Cooper-15525
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TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: Seattle Bufile 164-2111

4/11/77
Re:
BRYANT JACK COFFELT
Re Alexandria airtel to Portland dated 2/24/77.
NORJAK 00: Seattle Bufile 164-2111

4/11/77
Re:
BRYANT JACK COFFELT
Re Alexandria airtel to Portland dated 2/24/77.
164-81-14
Enclosed herewith for Seattle is an envelope containing
copies of
It is especially noted that this material has been for use of the for b3 b6 b7C
subpoenaed from U.S. Grand Jury at Portland, Oregon. AUSA the District of Oregon advises that this material may be utilized for investigative purposes, however, he admonished against any further duplication of the material and against the release of any of the material outside the Bureau. Ne further instructed that any dissemination of the material within the Bureau should be accompanied by clear notation that this material has been subpoenaed before the Grand Jury and may not be disseminated.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) 2 - Portland
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DB Cooper-15526
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b3SI 164-31 FWH/sjs. 1
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The following investigation was conducted by Illinois: b6
Special Agent
On March 28, 1977,
advised b7C that he recalled engaging in general conversation with a when appearing for-
home phone
1
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The following investigation was conducted by Illinois: b6
Special Agent
On March 28, 1977,
advised b7C that he recalled engaging in general conversation with a when appearing for-
home phone
person known only to him as in the latter part of December,
1976, at the West Kentucky Roofing Company in Paducah, Kenutcky. The individual whom he mentioned to as being capable of accomplishing .a sky-jacking such as in this matter was
indicated that was a retired United States. Army sergeant and had served many years in in the United States Army, and was a qualified paratrooper. stated that
with the Pope County
Sheriff's Office in
On March 29, 1977,
b6 b7C with the Rope County Sheriff's Office,
home phone
advised that
stated that he
was
and only saw
b6 b7C in 1961, in 1966, in 1974,. and again In November, 1976, when
Canada.
5'79-8", 170 pounds, b7c
is a white male, born on or about b6 stocky build, medium dark brown hair presently with some gray in it, medium complexion, a much larger than average nose, smokes cigarettes, previous brand used unknown but presently rolls his own.using Prince Albert tobacco.
brown hair presently with some gray in it, medium complexion, a much larger than average nose, smokes cigarettes, previous brand used unknown but presently rolls his own.using Prince Albert tobacco.
is a retired, higher-ranking b6 b7C
sergeant of the United States Army, having spent a considerable portion of his military service serving and he is an. accomplished paratrooper. He retired from the military and purchased Wyoming, where he resided until 1974 when he
64-81-7455
Canada, which is located the southern beginning of the Alaskan Highway. HiBihome INDE 0. phone is had no photographs Ju Fred !!
of his father since any he had had were destroyed when mich. 477
PB' -- SCATTLE
DB Cooper- 15527SI 164-31 2
could b6 b7C
not suggest anyone who would have a recent photograph of and he did not himself have, nor did he know of anyone else that would have, any pertinent identifying. data regarding military service record,
or other military service data.
stated that is not living b6 extravagantly, and "works his rear off" from dawn to dusk just to survive in the north woods of Canada.
b7C
DB: Cooper-155284/7/77
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, SPRINGFIELD (164-31) (RUC)
b7C
DB: Cooper-155284/7/77
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, SPRINGFIELD (164-31) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
Re Louisville airtel to Springfield dated 3/14/77. Enclosed for Seattle are eight copies and for Salt Lake City one copy of an investigative insert reflecting investigation conducted on 3/28-29/77 in Illinois. b6 b7C
b6 b7c 2 - Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 8) 1 - Salt Lake City (164-24) (info) (Enc. 1) 1 - Springfield (164-31)
FWH/sjs (4)
164-81-7456
J
DB Cooper-155294/11/77

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: Seattle Bufilo 164-2111
Re :
1 
Re Seattle airtel to Portland dated 3/4/77.
The following investigation was conducted by SA at Albany, Oregon.
he was well acquainted with Albany, Oregon Police Department, advised a long time resident of that city. whose date of birth is is a white male, 5'8", 162 pounds, gray hair, and brown eyes.
he was well acquainted with Albany, Oregon Police Department, advised a long time resident of that city. whose date of birth is is a white male, 5'8", 162 pounds, gray hair, and brown eyes. He has worn a mustache and goatee for the past seven or eight vears and ombraces a hippie-type philosophy. stated that is definitely not a physical individual and in no way resembles the unknown subject in this case.
ARNED AND DANGEROUS. 2 - Seattle 2 - Portland
RPHI : kgf (4)
164-81-7457
J
DB Cooper-15530
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b6 b7c4/6/77 SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164-22) (RUC) NORJAK 00: SEATTLE Bufile 164-2111 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Re Seattle letter to Little Rock, 2/24/77.
On 4/1/77, one black and white photograph and one color photograph of were returned to Arkansas, and
was thanked for his assistance in this matter.
Since all required investigation has been conducted by the Little Rock Division, this matter is considered RUC.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Seattle 1 - Little Rock RDL:cwb (3)
164-81-7458 J
DB Cooper-15531
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FILE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
4/11/77
J
Seattle Post-Intelligencer b6 b7C
newspaper, advised the writer that he received a long distance call from (
J
DB Cooper-15531
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FILE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
4/11/77
J
Seattle Post-Intelligencer b6 b7C
newspaper, advised the writer that he received a long distance call from (PHONETIC) of Russellville, Arkansas who wanted to know if the Seattle P-I was still offering a $5,000 reward for D. B. COOPER. He also advised he had been Sheriff in Russellville for eight years and when advised him the P-I no longer offered the reward, he wanted to know if Northwest Airlines was offering a reward. said he did not know and refused
to discuss what information he had. stated
was obviously calling long distance and had a Southern accent. kas assured by SA that should this lead prove productive that he would be the first media person contacted by the FBI.
1 - 164-81 1- 80-7 MRM: set (2)
164-81-7459
SERIAUZES, 200 FILED 0 APR 11 1977 FBI - SEATTLE
Je 
DB Cooper-15532 FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74) 9
FBI
Date:
4/14/77
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Precedence)
TO
:
SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164-22)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
4/14/77
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Precedence)
TO
:
SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164-22)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
Re Seattle report of SA 5/30/73.
dated
On 4/11/77,
for the Seattle Post Intelligencer advised that he received a long distance phone call from (PH) of Russellville, Arkansas, who wanted to know if the Seattle Post Intelligencer was still offering a $5,000 reward for the arrest and subsequent conviction of D. B. COOPER.
also advised during this telephone call that he had been a Sheriff in Russellville for eight years and when advised him the Post Intelligencer no longer offered the reward, wanted to know if Northwest
Airlines was offering a reward. advised that he did not know and then attempted to question as to what information he had. refused to comment.
LEADS : LITTLE ROCK DIVISION
At Russellville, Arkansas
Will locate and interview and determine from him any information he may have concerning captioned matter. 
(5)
2 - Little Rock 3 , Seattle RNN : deh 7
164-81-7460
DB Cooper-15533
Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1975 O - 590-992
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(5)
2 - Little Rock 3 , Seattle RNN : deh 7
164-81-7460
DB Cooper-15533
Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
GPO : 1975 O - 590-992
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b6 b7CSE 164-81
(Note for background information and investigative steps necessary to process a suspect in this matter, consult referenced communication).
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-15534
2 FD-36 (Rev. 2-14-74)
FBI
Date:
4/14/77
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Precedence)
TO
:
SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164-22)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
RE :
Re Seattle report of SA
dated 5/30/73.
On 4/11/77, for the Seattle Post Intelligencer, advised that he received a long distance phone call from (PH) of Russellville, Arkansas, who wanted to know if the Seattle Post Intelligencer was still offering a $5,000 reward for the arrest and subsequent conviction of D. B. COOPER.
also advised during this telephone call that he had been a Sheriff in Russellville for eight years and when advised him the Post Intelligencer no longer offered the reward, wanted to know if Northwest
Airlines was offering a reward.
call that he had been a Sheriff in Russellville for eight years and when advised him the Post Intelligencer no longer offered the reward, wanted to know if Northwest
Airlines was offering a reward. advised that he did not know and then attempted to question as to what information he had. refused to comment.
LEADS : LITTLE ROCK DIVISION
At Russellville, Arkansas
Will locate and interview and determine from him any information he may have concerning captioned matter.
2 - Little Rock 3
Seattle RNN : deh J
164-81-7460
(5)
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-15535
GPO : 1975 0 - 590-993
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b6 b7CSAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC)
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE :
4/14/77
Re Cleveland letter to Director, 3/29/77, and report of Identification Division to Cleveland, 4/11/77.
For information of Seattle, in view of Identification Report dated April 11, 1977, and the fact that the suspect varies in age with unknown subject in captioned case, no further investigation being conducted by Cleveland Division and eliminated as suspect.
.2 - Seattle 
1 - Cleveland
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164-81-7461
8 DB Cooper-15537-36 (Rev.
2 - Seattle 
1 - Cleveland
JGM: plb (3)
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164-81-7461
8 DB Cooper-15537-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
4/13/77

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(Priority)

TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, HONOLULU (164-85) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re WFO airtel to Bureau, 3/29/77.
Enclosed for receiving offices are two copies each of an FD-302 disclosing information through interview of in Honolulu. .
Medical records, City and County Medical Examiner's Office, Honolulu, Hawaii, have been reviewed with regard to the death of BRYANT COFFELT in Honolulu in June 1975, and information obtained did not indicate that COFFELT was iden- tical to Unsub, aka D. B. Cooper.
Investigation conducted by the Buffalo Division regarding contact with who viewed artist's conception of Unsub, aka D. B. Cooper, indicated does not recognize artist's conception as being identical to anyone with whom he has come into contact
Cooper, indicated does not recognize artist's conception as being identical to anyone with whom he has come into contact and, to the best of his recollection, does not resemble BRYANT COFFELT.
Photograph viewed by interviewing Agent, Honolulu, of BRYANT COFFELT provided by COFFELT's indicates BRYANT COFFELT does not appear identical to Unsub, aka D. B. Cooper. 2 - Seattle (Enc. 2) 2 - Los Angeles (164-497) (Enc. 2) 2 - WFO (164-169) (Enc. 2) 1 - Honolulu
RGH: keh (7)
164-81-7462.
1
Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per I
GPO : 1970 O - 402-735 DB Cooper-15538
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b6 b7CHN 164-85
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Leads to interview now living in Los Angeles Division being left to the discretion of the Los Angeles Division.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-15539
- 2%DERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGAT
Date of transcription
4/1/77
was
interviewed by who identified himself as a Special Agent of the FBI. She voluntarily provided the following information:
stated that she was JACK BRYANT COFFELT; however, She advised that she met COFFELT in New Orleans, Louisiana, in 1961 and shortly thereafter, she and COFFELT moved
She voluntarily provided the following information:
stated that she was JACK BRYANT COFFELT; however, She advised that she met COFFELT in New Orleans, Louisiana, in 1961 and shortly thereafter, she and COFFELT moved to the Washington, D. C., area.
She advised that COFFELT disclosed
sometime in the 1930s. She stated that COFFELT was a decent man, very intelligent, and not a common criminal. She further advised that COFFELT personally knew J. EDGAR HOOVER and had visited HOOVER at the FBI Headquarters in Washington, D. C.,
She stated that while living in Washington, D. C., JACK COFFELT worked for quite some time as a chauffeur and a personal assistant to an individual known to her only as (first name unknown) BECKWITH, who was one of three living descendants of former President Abraham Lincoln. She stated that COFFELT worked for BECKWITH until approximately when he subsequently took employment with a furniture .business.
She advised that COFFELT suffered from severe cases phlebitis and emphysema, and eventually while in Washington, D. C. , suffered a nervous breakdown and received psychiatric care for his nervous condition and alcohol affliction.
, suffered a nervous breakdown and received psychiatric care for his nervous condition and alcohol affliction. She stated COFFELT received treatment in Washington, D. C., in a hospital known only to her as Melwood Hospital.
She further advised that she and COFFELT departed Washington, D. C., and moved to Washington, in January, 1974, until January, 1975, JACK COFFELT moved to Honolulu,
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Interviewed on 3/29/77 ot Honolulu, Hawaii
File #
HN 164-85
164-81-7462
by SA
mes
Date dictated
3/30/77.
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.FILED VEN
SERIALIZED
ABR 2 1 1977
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI-and i's loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency. FBI -SEATTLE
DB Cooper-15540
GPO : 1975-0 - 666-118
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receiving expenses for the trip from of Gardena, California. She advised that she and JACK COFFELT lived in Honolulu
until' June, 1975, when COFFELT passed away as a result of complica- tions arising from the aforementioned illnesses.
She advised that she and JACK COFFELT lived in Honolulu
until' June, 1975, when COFFELT passed away as a result of complica- tions arising from the aforementioned illnesses. She stated that during the last few years of his life, COFFELT was extremely ill and could only get around with great difficulty.
She advised that to the best of her recollection, during the Thanksgiving holiday period of 1971, she and COFFELT were living in the Washington, D. C., area; however, she could not specifically recall exactly what she or JACK COFFELT were doing on or about the time of the "D. B. COOPER incident" during the same time period. She stated that due to physical ailments and severe phlebitis condition which required him to wear heavy nylon support stockings and his inability to move about without great deals of body pain, it would have been impossible for him to have taken on such an endeavor as attributed to D. B. COOPER.
advised that
he knew an individual and
by the name of
She further advised while they were
that
living in the State of Washington in
which JACK COFFELT
She further advised that since she has had contact with on several occasions during
death,
advised that
he knew an individual and
by the name of
She further advised while they were
that
living in the State of Washington in
which JACK COFFELT
She further advised that since she has had contact with on several occasions during
death, which had encouraged her
had
indicated to her that he was going to
JACK as the individual named D. B. COOPER in a story was writing.
in which he,
further advised that has come to b6 b7C b7D
Los Angeles and attempted to sell
as D. B. COOPER
However,
today has been somewhat unsuccessful as far as she knows. She
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DB Cooper-15541 HN 164-85
further advised that has contacted b6 and the b7C b7D
possibility that he might have been D. B. COOPER. She stated that there is no truth whatsoever to allegations or inferences.
advised that was
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born in Carthage, Missouri, and that he died in June, 1975, . at the age of 58 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She described him as being approximately 6 feet 2 inches tall and 185 pounds at the time of his death. She stated he had brown hair and blue-gray eyes and wore glasses. She further advised that he had no previous military experience, to the best of her knowledge.
She stated he had brown hair and blue-gray eyes and wore glasses. She further advised that he had no previous military experience, to the best of her knowledge. She further advised that immediately prior to 1961 JACK BRYANT COFFELT had attended the University of Kansas, however, he had never graduated.
provided a black and white photograph b6 of her husband for comparison to the FBI's artist conception of D. B. COOPER, and there appeared to be very little similarity in the two likenesses.
She advised that she is currently employed
b6
New York Life Insurance Company, Honolulu, Hawaii, telephone number
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She stated that if she could be of any assistance with regard to this matter, the FBI should contact her without reluctance.
DB Cooper-15542 LADG11 108204CZ
RR WF SE DE LA R 182040Z APR 77 FM LOS ANGELES (164-497) (13) (P) TO WASHINGTON FIELD (164-169). ROUTINE SEATTLE (164-81) ROUTINE
BT
CLEAR
NORJACK, 00: SEATTLE
RE LOS ANGELES TELETYPE TO BUREAU DATED MARCH 18, 1977, AND HONOLULU AIRTEL TO SEATTLE DATED APRIL 13, 1977.
ROUTINE SEATTLE (164-81) ROUTINE
BT
CLEAR
NORJACK, 00: SEATTLE
RE LOS ANGELES TELETYPE TO BUREAU DATED MARCH 18, 1977, AND HONOLULU AIRTEL TO SEATTLE DATED APRIL 13, 1977. RE UNSUB ;
REFERENCED HONOLULU AIRTEL ENCLOSED FD-302 OF
JACK BRYANT COFFELT.
COFFELT
DURING INTERVIEW, WERE RESIDING IN WASHINGTON, D.C. DURING 197L. SHE FURTHER INDICATED THAT COFFELT SUFFERED FROM SEVERE CASES OF PHLEBITIS A"D EMPHYSEMA, AND EVENTUALLY WHILE IN WASHINGTON, D.C., SUFFERED A NERVOUS BREAKDOWN AND RECEIVED PSYCHIATRIC. CARE FOR HIS "ERVOUS CONDITION AND ALCOHOL AFFLICTION. SHE CLAIMED HE RECEIVED TREATMENT AT THE MELWOOD HOSPITAL IN WASHINGTON, D. C ..
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DB Cooper-15543PAGE TWO LA (164-497) CLEAR
IN ORDER TO BRI'G MATTER TO LOGICAL CONCLUSION, WASHINGTON FIELD REQUESTED TO CONDUCT APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATIO ' AT MELWOOD HOSPITAL, PSYCHIATRIC RECORDS, ETC., TO DEFI ' ITELY ESTABLISH WHEREABOUTS OF COFFELT DURING PERTINENT PERIOD NOVEMBER 24, 1971.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS,
BT
1
DB Cooper-15544Mimo 4/19
To:
Federal Bureau OF Inep-
Federal Building
912 2nd Avenue
Seattl _ Wash.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS,
BT
1
DB Cooper-15544Mimo 4/19
To:
Federal Bureau OF Inep-
Federal Building
912 2nd Avenue
Seattl _ Wash. 98104
Attn: Responsible Agent
Subject:
Northwest Airlines Sky-jacking, Nov. 1971
(D. B. Cooper File)
164-81
Reference:
U. S. Freedom of Information Act
Dear Sir:
I have reason to believe that I have been investigated by the F. B.I. in regards to the subject sky-jacking. I hereby request, per the ref. act, that I be furnished all pertinent information concerning me that has been collected by the F. B. I. during the subject invest gation. Please send the data to:
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For purposes of identification, the following information is furnished for your use:
Name:
Date & place of birth:
SSN:
U S Army SN:
Dates of Service:
Wash. Drivers Lic. #: Current Employer : The Boeing Company P. O. Box 3999 Seattle, Wash. 98124
N/R NORTHE. RUN 4/13/77
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Yours truly,
Tovary Fallic In and for the State of Washington, reshling In Seattle
164-81-7464
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ph. 4/15/77
SEARCHED _LA __ IMDEAD SERIALIDO MOL TENTIL AvA.
Yours truly,
Tovary Fallic In and for the State of Washington, reshling In Seattle
164-81-7464
1C- Bui
ph. 4/15/77
SEARCHED _LA __ IMDEAD SERIALIDO MOL TENTIL AvA. L . , 1977 Fol-SCALILE ISN
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To:
Federal Bureau or
Federal Building
912 2nd Avenue
Seatt1
Wash. 98104
Attn: Responsible Agent
Subject:
Northwest Airlines Sky-jacking, Nov. 1971
(D. B. Cooper File)
164-81
Reference:
U. S. Freedom of Information Act
Dear Sir:
I have reason to believe that I have been investigated by the F.B.I. in regards to the subject sky-jacking. I hereby request, per the b6 ref. act, that I be furnished all pertinent information concerning me that has been collected by the F. B. I. during the subject investi- gation. Please send the data to:
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For purposes of identification, the following information is furnished for your use:
Name:
Date & place of birth:
SSN:
U S Army SN:
Dates of Service:
Wash. Drivers Lic. #:
Current Employer :
The Boeing Company P. O. Box 3999 Seattle, Wash. 98124
N/R NORMIE. RUN 4/13/77
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Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Box 3999 Seattle, Wash. 98124
N/R NORMIE. RUN 4/13/77
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Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Yours truly,
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Notary Public In and for the State of Washington, residing In Scattic
164-81-7464
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
4/19/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Recently corresponded with the Seattle Division of the FBI to determine, in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, all pertinent informa- tion concerning him, particularly any information that had been collected by the FBI during any investigation of him as a Norjak suspect.
advised that he suspected that he was in the past a subject of captioned investigation. was advised by the Seattle Office of the FBI that we had no information concerning him in our files.
Due to the fact that considers himself a suspect in this matter, the following leads are being set out.
Due to the fact that considers himself a suspect in this matter, the following leads are being set out.
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington
Will obtain a copy of
drivers license, Seattle.
and forward same to
close 4/26
Will, through current employer, The Boeing Company, obtain a suitable background information to enable the Seattle Division to further process as a possible suspect in this matter. SSAN
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5010-110
BORINI LA
DB Cooper-15547
04-60
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payrol
IN
Leal
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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UNITED STATES GOVE MENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 4/19/77
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Recently corresponded with the Seattle Division of the FBI to determine, in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, all pertinent informa- tion concerning
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Recently corresponded with the Seattle Division of the FBI to determine, in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, all pertinent informa- tion concerning him, particularly any information that had been collected by the FBI during any investigation of him as a Norjak suspect.
advised that he suspected that he was in the past a subject of captioned investigation. was advised by the Seattle Office of the FBI that we had no information concerning him in our files.
Due to the fact that considers himself a suspect in this matter, the following leads are being set out.
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington
Will obtain a copy of
drivers license, Seattle.
and forward same to
At Seattle, Washington
Will, through current employer, The Boeing Company, obtain a suitable background information to enable the Seattle Division to further process as a possible suspect in this matter. SSAN
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
4/19/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Recently corresponded with the Seattle Division of the FBI to determine, in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act, all pertinent informa- tion concerning him, particularly any information that had been collected by the FBI during any investigation of him as a Norjak suspect. advised that he suspected that he was in the past a subject of captioned investigation. was advised by the Seattle Office of the FBI that we had no information concerning him in our files.
Due to the fact that considers himself a suspect in this matter, the following leads are being set out.
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington
Will obtain a copy of
drivers license, Seattle.
Due to the fact that considers himself a suspect in this matter, the following leads are being set out.
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington
Will obtain a copy of
drivers license, Seattle.
and forward same to
At Seattle, Washington
Will, through current employer, The Boeing Company, obtain a suitable background information to enable the Seattle Division to further process as a possible suspect in this matter. SSAN
'ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 4/18/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
Suspect is marked changed to show the additional alias
Records of the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office, Everett, Washington, reflect that who is also known as was arrested under Snohomish County Sheriff's Office Number as follows:
out of Okanogan County, released to
Snohomish County Sheriff's Office, Everett, Washington, reflect that who is also known as was arrested under Snohomish County Sheriff's Office Number as follows:
out of Okanogan County, released to Okanogan County Deputy Sheriff, for transport
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District Court, released on $1500 bail.
out of Jefferson County and released
The following descriptive data was noted:
Race:
Caucasian Male
Sex:
PDOB :
Height:
6
Weight:
235 lbs.
Hair:
Brown, receding
Eyes :
Brown
Build:
Heavy
Complexion :
Ruddy
Occupation:
at Cottage Cafe
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Washington driver's license:
Marital status:
Residence address: .
Everett. Washington;
Everett
Additional occupation :
Carpenter Right handed
Characteristics:
SSAN:
A copy of an FBI Identification Record, dated 6/28/71, under FBI shows the following addi- tional arrests:
Sheriff's Office, Modesto, California, as enroute to
Fresno Court;
Police Department, Fresno, California, as
Sheriff's Office, Modesto, California, as
Characteristics:
SSAN:
A copy of an FBI Identification Record, dated 6/28/71, under FBI shows the following addi- tional arrests:
Sheriff's Office, Modesto, California, as enroute to
Fresno Court;
Police Department, Fresno, California, as
Sheriff's Office, Modesto, California, as
released
Sheriff's Office, Okanogan, Washington,
as
and all court costs. Photograph was obtained and is attached.
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ton,
was located and interviewed while she at the Markit Foods in Snohomish, Wash -.
ington, on 4/11/77. She advised that she could really furnish little in addition to that which she had set out in letter written to the Portland office. She said that in Snohomish County, Washington, after having met him at the Casino Tavern in South Everett in the fall of
He claimed to be and was living at the Strand Hotel on Colby Avenue in Everett
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at the time.
at the present time and
had
She said that as soon that he wanted to move away from Everett. She said She learned while
he is
that he for some reason did not want a driver's license or to be fingerprinted.
She said She learned while
he is
that he for some reason did not want a driver's license or to be fingerprinted. She said at one time, that he had a chance to take a job at Paine Field at Everett, but refused to take the job when he found out he had to be fingerprinted. After this, he got a job at the Vale Cafe in Cashmere and there and
until he wrote approximately and they had to leave. They then lived at Coulee Dam and he got involved
in Everett.
and he went to California, but was soon back. It was about this time that she learned through friends
was not his
real name and that he had told her dates and places and as a matter of fact before she,
who
in Mount Vernon. He took about.
She has had no contact with him since that time and wants no contact with him.
She said that he was an excellent pilot. She knew this because she has seen him fly a plane out of the Elmer City Airport near Coulee Dam. He also told her that he was a parachutist in the military. She said that he has friends in Melrose, Montana,
the Quack Quack Cafe there.
He also told her that he was a parachutist in the military. She said that he has friends in Melrose, Montana,
the Quack Quack Cafe there. He supposedly had worked at the Quack Quack Cafe on one occasion before She said that before
she learned that his real name was
She continued that he
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at Hayward, California, whose name she does not know. She has no knowledge of any other relatives.
The only other information which she had, was that on two occasions in recent years, he has called
south
of Snohomish, telephone
She said that last call
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was about two months ago and at that time, he wanted to know where he was, but said he was not close.
He did not say where
She said that recently, call from a Credit Bureau in Olympia. Washington, wanting to know when
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have bought an automobile and registered it in her name for reasons known only to himself. They suspected this because of the fact that he is one of the few people who knows her middle name
concluded that she knows nothing more about this matter and she just thought after having seen the composite drawing
suspected this because of the fact that he is one of the few people who knows her middle name
concluded that she knows nothing more about this matter and she just thought after having seen the composite drawing of the suspect in this case in a news- paper, that it looked somewhat like
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At
Washington
Will interview telephone for any pertinent information she may be able to fur- nish relative to this matter.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 4/18/77
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE :
A
Suspect is marked changed to show the additional alias
Records of the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office, Everett, Washington. reflect that who is also known as was arrested under Snohomish County Sheriff's Office Number as follows:
out of Okanogan County, released to Okanogan County Deputy Sheriff, for transport
at a Jefferson County District Court, released on $1500 bail.
out of Jefferson
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The following descriptive data was noted:
Race:
Sex:
Caucasian Male
PDOB :
Height:
6'
Weight:
235 lbs.
out of Jefferson
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The following descriptive data was noted:
Race:
Sex:
Caucasian Male
PDOB :
Height:
6'
Weight:
235 lbs.
Hair:
Brown, receding
Eyes :
Brown
Build:
Heavy
Complexion :
Ruddy
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Occupation :
at Cottage Cafe
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On 4/1/77 Department of Motor Vehilces, Drivers License Division, Olympia, Washington. advised her records contain an old drivers license for however, it is too old, and no photograph is available.
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SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE :
Subtitle is marked Changed to reflect suspect's name as
previously carried as "UNSUB;
On 3/31/77,
Grays Harbor County Sheriff's Office, Montesano, Washington, advised he had no record concerning
(164-81) (P)
4/11/77
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
RE :
Subtitle is marked Changed to reflect suspect's name as
previously carried as "UNSUB;
On 3/31/77,
Grays Harbor County Sheriff's Office, Montesano, Washington, advised he had no record concerning
Also on 3/31/77,
Aberdeen, Washington Police Department, advised that he was acquainted with of Stewart's Food
was the Basket in this city, and he was aware that who has since retired from the has no arrest record
business. He added that
but he did furnish his address as Washington, telephone number
Aberdeen,
On 4/6/77, Drivers License Section, Department of Motor Vehicles, Olympia, Washington, furnished a copy of Washington Drivers License issued to Washington on this license to expire was described as a male born
Aberdeen.
eyes blue, weight 160, height 5'11".
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It should be noted that there is a vast discrepancy between age and that of the estimated age of UNSUB, aka D. B. COOPER; however, his drivers license photograph does resemble that of the composite drawing of COOPER.
COOPER; however, his drivers license photograph does resemble that of the composite drawing of COOPER.
It should be further noted that by Portland airtel to Seattle dated 3/4/77 Portland advised that was formerly employed with Northwest Orient Airlines however, when airline employees went on strike he was furloughed and for that reason was having severe financial difficulties just prior to the hijacking incident.
LEADS : SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Will contact appropriate officials of Northwest Orient Airlines to determine if in fact was employed with their airlines and whether or not he was furloughed just prior to the hijacking. Will thereafter interview airline personnel who observed UNSUB and determine if is known to them. Will conduct other logical investigation to either eliminate as suspect or identify him as UNSUB.
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TO
: SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
DATE:
4/26/77
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
DATE:
4/26/77
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Bufile:
164-2111
Re :
For the information of Minneapolis, has been suggested as a suspect in this matter because he was for Northwest Orient Airlines, he slightly resembles the artist's composite of unsub, and prior to 11/24/71, he was having financial problems which seemed to disappear after that date.
is described as a white male, DOB eyes blue, 160 pounds, 5'11", address Aberdeen, Washington.
According to sources in the Seattle area, was formerly employed with Northwest Orient Airlines however, when airline employees went on strike, he was furloughed and for that reason was having severe financial difficulties just prior to the hijacking incident.
LEADS :
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
At Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Airlines personnel who is acquainted with to deter- mine if it is thought by them that he might possibly be identical with unsub in this matter. Will conduct any other logical investigation to process as a suspect in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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TO
:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)
DATE:
4/26/77
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
Bufile:
164-2111
Re :
For the information of Minneapolis, has been suggested as a suspect in this matter because he was for Northwest Orient Airlines, he slightly resembles the artist's composite of unsub, and prior to 11/24/71, he was having financial
of Minneapolis, has been suggested as a suspect in this matter because he was for Northwest Orient Airlines, he slightly resembles the artist's composite of unsub, and prior to 11/24/71, he was having financial problems which seemed to disappear after that date.
is described as a white male, DOB eyes blue, 160 pounds, 5'11", address Aberdeen, Washington.
According to sources in the Seattle area, was formerly employed with Northwest Orient Airlines however, when airline employees went on strike, he was furloughed and for that reason was having severe financial difficulties just prior to the hijacking incident.
LEADS :
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
At. Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Will determine if there was an employee strike just prior to 11/24/71 at Northwest Orient Airlines. Will contact appropriate officials of Northwest Orient Airlines to deter- mine, if, in fact was employed with their airlines and whether or not he was furloughed just prior to the hijacking. Will interview any Northwest Orient
2- Minneapolis 3 - Seattle RŃN/tcs (5)
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AIRTEL

TO:	DIRECTOR,	FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, WFO	(164-169) (RUC)

NORJACK (00: SE)
Re Honolulu airtel to Seattle dated 4/13/77 and Los Angeles teletype to WFO dated 4/18/77.
Enclosed for Baltimore is one copy of referenced Honolulu airtel and enclosure thereto.
For information of Baltimore, JACK BRYANT COFFELT (deceased) is a possible suspect in captioned matter. COFFELT resided in the Washington, D. C. (WDC), area during the 1960's and early 1970's. He was employed with the Hoffman Furniture Company, 2447 18th Street, N.W., WDC, as a used furniture salesman. He also acted as a chauffer and companion for ROBERT TODD LINCOLN BECKWITH. BECKWITH, an elderly gentleman, is the last living descendant of ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
The enclosed airtel and 302 set forth results of an interview with
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BECKWITH, an elderly gentleman, is the last living descendant of ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
The enclosed airtel and 302 set forth results of an interview with
of JACK BRYANT b6 b7c
COFFELT. indicated that while she and
resided in WDC in 1971,
suffered from a severe case of phlebitis and emphysema and eventually suffered a nervous breakdown and received psychiatric care for this nervous condition and alcoholic affliction. She claimed he received treatment at the Melwood Hospital in WDC.
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Investigation by WFO determined that there is no Melwood Hospital in WDC. There is, however, an institution in Olney, Md., known as Melwood Farm. This is a private alcoholic treatment facility and most likely identical to the Melwood Hospital referred to by
The Los Angeles Division has requested that in order to eliminate COFFELT as a suspect, appropriate investigation be conducted at Melwood Farm to definitely establish whereabouts of COFFELT during the pertinent period, specifically 11/24/71.
that in order to eliminate COFFELT as a suspect, appropriate investigation be conducted at Melwood Farm to definitely establish whereabouts of COFFELT during the pertinent period, specifically 11/24/71.
LEAD
BALTIMORE
AT OLNEY, MARYLAND. Conduct appropriate investiga- tion re JACK BRYANT COFFELT at Melwood Farm, Olney, Md.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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REFERE"CE PITTSBURGH AIRTEL TO ALEXANDRIA, MARCH 15, 1977. AFTER NUMEROUS NEGATIVE ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT BETWEEN MARCH
22, AND APRIL 22, 1977,
WERE CONTACTED
ON APRIL 25, 1977, AND ADVISED THAT THE PHOTO IMAGE PROVIDED BY PITTSBURGH VIA REFERENCED COMMUNICATION WAS IDENTICAL WITH
ALSO KNOWN AS PENNSYLVANIA.
NOTED THAT NOW HAS A FULL BEAND WHICH
DOES NOT APPEAR IN THE PHOTO.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
BT.
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, HOUSTON (164-118)
FRONT:
SAC, DENVER (164-93) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE:
164-2111
Re :
Re Denver airtel to Seattle, dated 9/23/76; Denvor airtel to Houston, dated 10/8/76; and
SAC, HOUSTON (164-118)
FRONT:
SAC, DENVER (164-93) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE:
164-2111
Re :
Re Denver airtel to Seattle, dated 9/23/76; Denvor airtel to Houston, dated 10/8/76; and Seattle airtel to Denver, dated 3/7/77.
SA The following investigation was conducted by at Cheyenne, Wyoming, on 3/28/77:
Certified Welding Corporation, Wationway Road, Cheyenne, Wyoming, was recontacted and advised that a thorough search of employment records for the years 1971 through 1972 were negative regarding a SSAN
stated that in 1972, Certified Welding Corporation merged with Certified Peerless and is presently doing business as Pona Corporation, number 3, Chelsea Place, Dox 8217, Houston, Texas, and all other employment records for that period would be located there.
On 3/28/77, Cheyenne Credit Bureau, Cheyenne, Wyoming, caused a search to be made of available files and furnished the following information regarding
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advised that on 11/75, an account was
opened for Wyoming, and was transferred by the Automatic Data of Denver, Colorado, to
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advised that on 11/75, an account was
opened for Wyoming, and was transferred by the Automatic Data of Denver, Colorado, to Cheyenne, in 2/76. advised the account is opened and the last inquiry was 6/76 by Chrysler Credit, Denver, Colorado, who has verified prior credit record to date of inquiry.
On 3/28/77, the following individuals were contacted at the respective departments and advised they could locate no record identifiable with
Cheyenne, Wyoming Police Department;
Laramie County Sheriff's
Office, Chevenne, Wyoming:
Wyoming Bureau of Identification, Cheyenne, Wyoming.
LEADS:
THE HOUSTON DIVISION
At Houston, Texas: Will review records of Certified Welding Corporation dba Pona Corporation, number 3. Chelsea Place, Box 8217, Houston, Texas, to ascertain employment and determine the length of period for employment to cover the pertinent period of 11/24/71, and conduct any further investigation to determine whereabouts on 11/24/71. If any former employments listed that would cover IT/71, sot out appropriate leads to verify.
employment to cover the pertinent period of 11/24/71, and conduct any further investigation to determine whereabouts on 11/24/71. If any former employments listed that would cover IT/71, sot out appropriate leads to verify.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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In Reply, Please Refer to File No.
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Seattle, Washington
April 26, 1977
Re :
UNKNOWN SUBJECT;
NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES
FLIGHT 305,
PORTLAND, OREGON, TO
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
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The Seattle Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation received a letter dated April 24. 1976, from APO, New York which stated to the effect that information concerning captioned matter. When interviewed stated that had con- had fided in him that might pos- sibly be responsible for captioned crime. explained had. often
that had told him that
spoken to about the possibility of skyjacking an aircraft and doing it in much the same manner that Flight 305 was done. further stated to that
had taken a sudden and unplanned leave just before the hijacking and that he returned a few days after.
further stated to that
had taken a sudden and unplanned leave just before the hijacking and that he returned a few days after. related that seemed very sure of his infor- mation and had asked not to tell anyone about it.
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On March 21, 1977, a check of the World Wide Locator System, Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, revealed that as of February, 1977, Social Security Account Number is
assigned to
sion, Boblingen, Germany.
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the pro- perty of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Seattle, Washington April 26, 1977
Re: UNKNOWN SUBJECT;
NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES
FLIGHT 305,
PORTLAND, OREGON, TO
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
The Seattle Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation received a letter dated April 24.
SUBJECT;
NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES
FLIGHT 305,
PORTLAND, OREGON, TO
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
The Seattle Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation received a letter dated April 24. 1976, from APO, New York which stated to the effect that information concerning captioned matter. When interviewed stated that had con- had fided in him that might pos- sibly be responsible for captioned crime.
explained. had often
that had told him that
spoken to about the possibility of skyjacking an aircraft and doing it in much the same manner that Flight 305 was done. further stated to that
had taken a sudden and unplanned leave just before the hijacking and that he returned a few days after. related that seemed very sure of his infor- mation and had asked not to tell anyone about it.
On March 21, 1977, a check of the World Wide Locator System, Fort Benjamin Harrison, Indiana, revealed that as of February, 1977, Social Security Account Number is
assigned to Boblingen, Germany.
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the pro- perty of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside
It is the pro- perty of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-15571
1*
164-81-7473DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
4/26/77
SAC, SEATTLE (164-31) (P)
HORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle letter to the Bureau, 5/14/76; Legat Bonn airtel to the Bureau, 11/15/76.
Enclosed are six copies of an LHII.
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
mation he may have concerning this matter.
The Bureau is requested to have Legat Bonn contact to determine any infor- ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau (Encl - 6) 3 } Seattle BNN/tos (5)
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-15572 164-81-7474DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
SAC, SEATTLE (104-31) (P) HORJAK 00; SEATTLE
4/26/77
Ro Seattle letter to the Bureau, 5/14/76; Legat Bonn airtel to the Bureau, 11/15/76.
Enclosed are six copies of an LMI.
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
mation he may have concerning this matter.
The Bureau is requested to have Legat Bonn contact to determine any infor- ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
b6 b7C
2 - Bureau (Encl - 6) 3 - Seattle RIN/tos (5)
DB Cooper-1557 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
5/3/77
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111