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On July 15,' 1980, an individual known as Officers Service Club, Washington, D.C.
i . (WDC), contacted the Washington Field Office (IPO) regarding an individual known to him as who currently resides at the Club. to be D. B. Cooper.
believes
described
as 45 to 50 years old, 5'll" to 6' tall, medium build, excellent physical condition and until recently wearing a beard. advised is an avid woodsman and a purported paratrooper.
believes
described
as 45 to 50 years old, 5'll" to 6' tall, medium build, excellent physical condition and until recently wearing a beard. advised is an avid woodsman and a purported paratrooper. keeps to himself and it is unknown where he goes each day, however, it is believed he is unemployed.
to
of
A photograph of several composite drawings was shown and revealed that the basic facial characteristics were likened to those of D. B. Cooper.
advised that has $900.00 per month wired to the D.C. National Bank, WDC, to the account of the Officers Service Club, of which $250.00 is deducted for his rent. The remaining $650.00 is casheu by and given to
has indicated that is afraid of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and has shown great interest in the recent discovery of $3,000.00 of the original D.B. Cooper money; found in the State of Washington.
advised that currently has a female companion living at the Officers Service Club in known as He stated that has paid her rent for the past two months.
advised that sits in the lounge each morning and reads a newspaper which Le purchases between 7:00 a.
advised that sits in the lounge each morning and reads a newspaper which Le purchases between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. daily.
Investigation on 7/15/80 at Washington, D.C.
File #
WFO 164-301-7
Mai
17 SA
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Date ( ciated
7/15/80
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. If is the property of the FBI ard is loaned to your agency. it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
164-81-8521
SEARCHEU
INDEXED SERIALIZED. FILED : 1 6 1980 TLĘ
DB Cooper-18744
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b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C WHO 164-301
2
On July 15, 1980, supplied two of the newspapers that were known by him to be purchased and read by
The above described newspaper were taken to the FBI Identification Division for Latent Print Examination on July 15, 1980.
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-18745 Rootine PPEforsty SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLA3
A
Date
8/8/80
677
0009
TO DIRECTOR, FBI PRIORITY 11 ATTENTION LATENT FINGERPRINT
PPEforsty SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLA3
A
Date
8/8/80
677
0009
TO DIRECTOR, FBI PRIORITY 11 ATTENTION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION, IDENTIFICATION DIVISION BT
UNCLAS
UNKNOWN SUBJECT, AKA D.B. COOPER, CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT, INFORMATION CONCERNING, OO : WASHINGTON FIELD.
REFERENCE WFO TELCALL TO LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION, 8/7/80.
WFO REQUESTS THAT MAJOR CASE PRINTS FOR
BE COMPARED WITH THE NATIONAL UNIDENTIFIED LATENT FINGERPRINT FILE AT FBIHQ.
IS IDENTIFIED AS: DATE OF
BIRTH:
PLACE OF BIRTH:
FBI NUMBER
INASMUCH AS TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE, EXPEDITIOUS HANDLING OF THIS MATTER IS REQUESTED.
BT
#0009
169-301-JA STALCREA
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1
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(Number)
(Time)
Per 10 -805-83-22
# U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING
DB Cooper-18746
SEARCHED SERIALIZED. .. FILED
INDEXED
: RT 1.6 1980
b7C
b6 b7C
FM SAC, WASHINGTON FIELD (164-301) (P) I Rodine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLA3
Date
8/8/80
677
0009
EN SAC, WASHINGTON FIELD (164-30]) (P) TO DIRECTOR, FBI
6 1980
b7C
b6 b7C
FM SAC, WASHINGTON FIELD (164-301) (P) I Rodine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLA3
Date
8/8/80
677
0009
EN SAC, WASHINGTON FIELD (164-30]) (P) TO DIRECTOR, FBI PRIORITY
ATTENTION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION, IDENTIFICATION DIVISION BT
UNCLAS
UNKNOWN SUBJECT, AKA D.B. COOPER, CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT, INFORMATION CONCERNING, 00 : WASHINGTON FIELD. REFERENCE WFO TELCALL TO LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION, 8/7/80.
WFO REQUESTS THAT MAJOR CASE PRINTS FOR
BE COMPARED WITH THE NATIONAL UNIDENTIFIED LATENT
FINGERPRINT FILE AT FBINQ. IS IDENTIFIED AS: DATE OF BIRTE:
PLACE OF BIRTH:
FBI NUMBER
INASMUCH AS TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE, EXPEDITIOUS HANDLING OF THIS MATTER IS REQUESTED.
BT
#0009
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* U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
164-81-8522
DB Cooper-18747
b6 b7CDE Tha
ATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION IDENTIFICATION DIVISION

YOUR FILE NO.	304-301
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.
PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
164-81-8522
DB Cooper-18747
b6 b7CDE Tha
ATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION IDENTIFICATION DIVISION

YOUR FILE NO.	304-301
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.	A-45410

August 12, 1980
TO: SAC, WFO
RE: UNSUB,, AKA D. B. COOPER; CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT
REFERENCE:
Airtel 7-15-60
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: WTO SPECIMENS: Four sections of newspapers Copy of fingerprints of
b6
and
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This report confirms and supplements the information telephonically furnished on 7-10-80.
No latent prints of value were developed on the newopapore.
"The previously reported unidentified latent fingerprints and latent impression (fingerprint or palm print) are not the fingerprints of b6 b7C
No palm prints are contained in the
Identification Division thos for those individuals,
The specimens are being returned under separate cover.//. / 2 - Seattle (104-81)
NaTO
b6 b7C
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY-
14-21-8523
DB Cooper-18748 b6
b7C
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZEONof the
LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION IDENTIFICATION DIVISION

YOUR FILE NO.
IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY-
14-21-8523
DB Cooper-18748 b6
b7C
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZEONof the
LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION IDENTIFICATION DIVISION

YOUR FILE NO.	164-301
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.	A-45410

August 12, 1980
To: SAC, WFO
RE:
UNSUB., AKA
D. B. COOPER;
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT
REFERENCE:
Airtel 7-15-80 ,
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: WFO SPECIMENS: Four sections of newspapers Copy of fingerprints of
b6 b7C
This report confirms and supplements the information telephonically furnished on 7-18-80.
No latent prints of value were developed on the newspapers.
The previously reported unidentified latent fingerprints and latent impression (fingerprint or palm print) are not the fingerprints of
b6 b7C
No palm prints are contained in the Identification Division files for these individuals.
The specimens are being returned under separate cover. 2 - Seattle (164-81)
Specimens 80
destroyed 8/18/80 to negative 164-301-8
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL HOE ONLY
FBI/DOJ
DB Cooper-18749
164-81-8523SCOSAS E2BUSESZ
R 1483342 A00 00 FM SEATTLE (164-31) P3 TO
(164-81)
Specimens 80
destroyed 8/18/80 to negative 164-301-8
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL HOE ONLY
FBI/DOJ
DB Cooper-18749
164-81-8523SCOSAS E2BUSESZ
R 1483342 A00 00 FM SEATTLE (164-31) P3 TO WASHI BOTON FIELD (164-3013 ROUTINE FT
L VCLAS
İ
UVEDB, AKA D. S, COOPER, CHINE ABOARD AIRCRAFT4 VE BFO TELETYPE TO SEATTLE, AUGUST 4, 1940g OR AUGUST 13, 130Mg RAINIER NATIONAL BANK, SEI MAIS CIETET, VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, WAS PROVIDED WITH A "CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE VITF TAG RIGHT TO FINANCIAL PRIVACY ACT OF 1375", DATED AUGUSI 3, 1917: "FORDER SWATTEN REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL PERO :25", DATE) AUGUST &, 19869 AND A COUNT ORDER, BAIER ALOUSY 2, 1924, 4804 Le Sa MAGISTRATE GILBERT KLEVENO, VATOCUV. .. , HASHIMOTO. WIN KORIZIER DO-DAY DELAY IN NOTIFICATICK OF AND FROHICITIES THE BANK FROM DISCLOSURE TO F02 92 CAYS.
THESE DOCUMENTS PERTAINED TO ACCOUNTS OF
PROVIDED RECORDS INDICATIVE
was b6 b7C
64-301-91-8524 164-81-8524
SEARCHED levit INDEXED SERIALIZED FAILED CC: 1 6 1980
DB Cooper-18750
15€
b6
b6 b7cb6 b7C
VANCOUVER,
PASKILITOR, OPERED CHECKING ACCOUNT NUMBER OY APRIL 6, 1973, BY DEPOSITING A GOVERNMENT CHECK IN THE AMOUNT PP $548400, SOCIAL SECURITY NOWREP YAS LISTED AS AND
15€
b6
b6 b7cb6 b7C
VANCOUVER,
PASKILITOR, OPERED CHECKING ACCOUNT NUMBER OY APRIL 6, 1973, BY DEPOSITING A GOVERNMENT CHECK IN THE AMOUNT PP $548400, SOCIAL SECURITY NOWREP YAS LISTED AS AND OCCUPATION AZ THE ACCOUNT WAS PLACED IT INACTIVE FILED ON DECEMBER 11, 19TS, DUE TO IIACTIVITY, . WITH A BALANCE OF SARAS1.
ADVISED THAT ON OCTOBER 12, 13755
b6
STARTES b7C
JAVIARE ACCOUNT DUMBER BY TTAERSTRRINO THE BALANCE OF BOM,GI FROM THE INACTIVE CHECKING ACCORCT. ADDRESS WAS LISTED AS C/O JUNEAU, ALASKA, DOB WAC LISTED AS MOTHER'S WAAIDER NAME AS
AND LOCAL ADDRESE AG
RECONS: INDICATE REGULAR MONTHLY OFPECIES DE JOVFRYMEFT CHECKS, STARTING WOVENSER &, 1975, WITH ATT . , AND INCREASING TO SDAS,pa, AS OF MAY BE, 1564. WITHRAREL' IF ONE OR DOES FER MONTH HAVE BEEN MADE BY WIRE TRANSFER, PACI ." FRO 4 $14.00 TG $1, 393,00. IS CHESKINS MICROFILM STANDS IN ATTEMPT IO IDENTIFY GOVOREMENI CHECKS RECEIVED FUL D"POSII.
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-18751
b6 b7Cb6
RAZBILA BAAK, VANCOUVER, b7C
WASHINGTON, ADVISED SHE HAD RAMOLED #051 OF THE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR
AND REGOSMIZES HIS VOICE WHEN HE CALLS ON , THE PHOBE, TTE FIRST TRANSFERS IN | 1275, WEDE TO A BANK S" ALASSA (NAME UNBECALLED), AND THEIN LATER,
SHE HAD RAMOLED #051 OF THE WIRE TRANSFERS FOR
AND REGOSMIZES HIS VOICE WHEN HE CALLS ON , THE PHOBE, TTE FIRST TRANSFERS IN | 1275, WEDE TO A BANK S" ALASSA (NAME UNBECALLED), AND THEIN LATER, TO TUE: D. C. NATIONAL. GA:1, 1TB1.K STREET NORTHWEST. WASHINGTON, D. C., ATTENTION AND DEPOSITED TO THE ACCOUNT OF
DAID THE LAST TRANSFER WAS FCP ESG-AVE ON AVOUSY 4, 1980, AND THIS TIME f
SAID HE WANTED BIF SAVINGS ACCOUNT REDUCED TO A SOSBO SALASDE AND THE MONEY TI/ /D TO THE D. C. BATIONAL BANK FOR HIM TO PICS UP UFON PRETESTOTIDY OF FROMER IDENTIFICATION,
SEATTLE AT VANCOUVER, WILL ATTEMPT TO INENTIFY THE GOVERNMENT CHECKS USED FOR DEPOSIT. ARMED AND DANGEROUS. BT
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0 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-18752VA SE
£ 1423542 AUG FB FX SEATTLE (164-31) TP) : NED PASHI COTON FIELD (164-BR1) BONTICE 77 LACLAS
GASDB, AKA D. S. COOPERA CRIME ASGARD MIMOSAFT, KE WPO TELETYPE TO SEATTLE, AUGUST 4, 19'8. ON. AUOCSI 18, 13E14 b6 b7C
RAINIER NATIONAL BANK, SEI MAIS CZRECI, VAyCONVE", WAARGGTOK, SAS PROVIDED VIER A "CERTIFICATE 03 COMPLYJACY 2FIE TAG RIGHT TO FINANCIAL PRIVACY ACT OF 197:", DATED AUSLEI 39 (EMPE "JONER WRITTEN REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL RECORDS", DATE" ALAUS) 6, 183'; ABD A COURT ORDER, CATEC
18, 13E14 b6 b7C
RAINIER NATIONAL BANK, SEI MAIS CZRECI, VAyCONVE", WAARGGTOK, SAS PROVIDED VIER A "CERTIFICATE 03 COMPLYJACY 2FIE TAG RIGHT TO FINANCIAL PRIVACY ACT OF 197:", DATED AUSLEI 39 (EMPE "JONER WRITTEN REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL RECORDS", DATE" ALAUS) 6, 183'; ABD A COURT ORDER, CATEC ALCYST 5, 192, 804 .. S, MAGISTRATE GILBERT KREVERO .. VAYACUVE .. MASYEFOTO :, WOHORIZIKA 30-DAY DELAY IN ANIIFICATION OF AWD FROHICITIES THE DASK FROM DISCLOSURE 802 20 DAYS.
THESE DOCUMENTS PERTAIORO TO ACCOUNTS OF
PROVIDED RECORDS INDICATIVO
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04-301-9 164-81-8524
b7C DB Cooper-18753UNOLAS BE TO
UNCLAS
Date
3/15/80
FM: . WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE (164-301) (P)
TO:
SAC, ST. LOUIS
PRIORITY
BT
ON CLAS
UNSUB: ALSO KNOWN AS D. B. COOPER, CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT;
INFORMATION CONCERNING (00: WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE) .
RE WPO TELCALL TO ST. LOUIS, AUGUST 14, 1980.
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE INVESTIGATION INDICATES A
DATE OF BIRTH
PLACE
OF BIRTH MAY BE IDENTICAL TO CAPTIONED UNSUB.
IS PRESENTLY LIVING IN WASHINGTON, D.C. HE HAS $900 OR MORE WIRED TO HIM EACH MONTH FROM A VANCOUVER, WASH- INGTON RANK.
INVESTIGATION AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON CONJECTURES THAT THE SOURCE OF INCOME IS MILITARY RETIREMENT.
INVESTIGATION AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON CONJECTURES THAT THE SOURCE OF INCOME IS MILITARY RETIREMENT. FEDERAL
BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION RECORDS INDICATE ENLISTED IN
THE UNITED STATES ARMY AS A
IN
HE WAS
SEAF CHED 4-30%
SERMALICO
2-WFO RFQ : bay lonio (2)
15 Auc 09 21
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SEARCHEDPor .... INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED ( AT 1 6 1980
FAI/DOS
DB Cooper-18756
LE #
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b6 b7C
b6 b7C Kunde CON; TORTRA UNCIAS BF TO UNCLAS >
Date
PAGE TWO DE WF 0015 UN CLAS .
COMMISSIONED
AFTER COMPLETING PILOT TRAIN-
SPENT TEN MONTHS OVERSEAS AS A PILOT. ING. IN
WAS DISCHARGED. GRADUATED FROM
- RECORDS INDICATE
ARMY SERIAL NUMBER AS
AND AVS NUMBER AS
FBI NUMBER IS
WAS ARRESTED IN
CALIFORNIA AND WAS SENTENCED TO
WAS AGAIN ARRESTED
TO THE CAP-
TIONED HIJACKING IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA FOR
EFFECTIVELY VANISHED AFTER HIS ARREST
AND DID NOT SURFACE AGAIN UNTIL WHEN HE WAS ARRESTED FOR WASHINGTON, D.
IS
WAS ARRESTED IN
CALIFORNIA AND WAS SENTENCED TO
WAS AGAIN ARRESTED
TO THE CAP-
TIONED HIJACKING IN SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA FOR
EFFECTIVELY VANISHED AFTER HIS ARREST
AND DID NOT SURFACE AGAIN UNTIL WHEN HE WAS ARRESTED FOR WASHINGTON, D.C.
IS ATTEMPTING TO SECURE A PASSPORT VIA
TO DEPART THE UNITED STATES FOR .EUROPE .
Approved: Transmitted
(Number)
(Ti'sa) Per
FBI/DO.
DB Cooper-18757
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C CI Facsimile Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS Data
PAGE THREE DE WF 0015 UN CL A S
LEAD; ST LOUIS. AT FEDERAL RECORD CENTER. WILL LOCATE MILITARY RECORDS FOR AND DETERMINE IF RECEIVED ANY INCOME FROM ANY UNITED STATES MILITARY SERVICE.
IN AS MUCH AS IS ATTEMPTING TO DEPART THE UNITED STATES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, EXPEDITIONS HANDLING OF THIS LEAD IS REQUESTED.
BT #0015 NNNN
Approved:
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(Nambet)
(Time) Per
FRUL:
DB Cooper-18758
b6 b7C
b6 b7C (2) Facsimile Rotfire JO CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
3/15/80
FM
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE (164-301) (P)
TO:
SAC, ST.
(2) Facsimile Rotfire JO CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
3/15/80
FM
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE (164-301) (P)
TO:
SAC, ST. LOUIS
BT
UNCLAS
UNSUB: ALSO KNOWN AS D. B. COOPER, CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT;
INFORMATION CONCERNING (00:WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE) .
RE WFO TELCALL TO ST. LOUIS, AUGUST 14, 1980.
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE INVESTIGATION INDICATES A
DATE OF BIRTH
PLACE
OF BIRTH
MAY BE IDENTICAL TO CAPTIONED UNSUB.
IS PRESENTLY LIVING IN WASHINGTON, D.C. HE HAS $900 OR MORE WIRED TO HIM EACH MONTH FROM A VANCOUVER, WASH- INGTON BANK.
INVESTIGATION AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON CONJECTURES THAT THE SOURCE OF INCOME IS MILITARY RETIREMENT. FEDERAL
BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION RECORDS INDICATE
ENLISTED IN
THE UNITED STATES ARMY AS A
IN
21-WFO
Ave 15 5 04 PM 00
Approved auch 4
pie b6 b7C
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AV- Per
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ
164-81-5525
DB Cooper-18759
b6 b7C
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HE WAS SEARCHED 164-30/-10
SERIALITES
RFQ: baw!wow (2) 250
1 5 AUG 00 21
PRIORITY rigMateriale SECRET Facsimile Priority 
Routine CONFIDENTIAL
wow (2) 250
1 5 AUG 00 21
PRIORITY rigMateriale SECRET Facsimile Priority 
Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
0024
Date
8/22/80
FM FBI WASHINGTON FIELD (164-301) (P) (SQ C-4)
TO DIRECTOR FBI IMMEDIATE
50%
BT
ATTENTION PERSONAL CRIMES UNIT EDI SEATTLE-Myg SSP
UNCLAS
NORJAK, CAA, (00: SEATTLE)
RE BUREAU TEL AUGUST 22, 1980.
WASHINGTON FIELD INVESTIGATION INTO THIS MATTER ON JUNE 26, 1980 BASED ON TELEPHONE CALL FROM
OF A TRANSIENT TYPE TEMPORARY HOUSING FACILITY IN WASHINGTON, D. C. (WDC). ACCORDING TO A RESIDENT
IDENTIFIED AS
COULD POSSIBLY BE D. B. COOPER,
THE UNSUB IN CAPTIONED HIJACKING. VIEWED COMPOSITE DRAWING OF UNSUB, D. B. COOPER, AND STATED) BASIC FACIAL CHARACTERISTICS ARE SIMILAR.
SUBSEQUENT INVESTIGATION DETERMINED IS Ap IDENTICAL TO HOLDER OF FBI NUMBER A WHITE FAMALE
164-301-1 
1-WFO
J'PD : kao
(1)
270 12 00 00022

SEARCHED
SERIALIEB	WAVE
AUG 22 5	02 PM '80

Approved:
n/A
5%
(Number)
(Time)
A U.
SEARCHED
SERIALIEB	WAVE
AUG 22 5	02 PM '80

Approved:
n/A
5%
(Number)
(Time)
A U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING
SERIALIZED IL FILED: 21931×1
GOT 1 6 1980
DB Cooper-18762
31-85/24 b6 b7C
Transmitted
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INDEXED
OFFICE:
9801305.752/51921X
5/
b6 b7C
b6 b7C Facsimile Priority SECRET Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS Date
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PAGE TWO DE WF 0024 UNCLAS
WAS ARRESTED IN AT SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA FOR BANK ROBBERY AND RECEIVED
BORN
AGAIN ARRESTED IN SACRAMENTO,
CALIFORNIA,
PRIOR TO CAPTIONED HITACKING, ON
CHARGE OF
THIS CHARGE
EFFECTIVELY VANISHED AFTER HIS ARREST AND WHEREABOUTS UNKNOWN UNTIL WHEN HE WAS ARRESTED
ON
WDC.
SUPRA, BELIEVE THAT
AND UNSUB,
D. B. COOPER ARE ONE IN THE SAME BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
1. CAUSES $900.00 TO BE WIRED FROM A VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON BANK TO A WDC BANK, MONTHLY.
2. HAS EXPRESSED TO HIM A FEAR OF THE FBI SINCE RECENT MEDIA REPORTS THAT MONEY CONNECTED TO THIS HIJACKING WAS RECOVERED IN THE
HAS EXPRESSED TO HIM A FEAR OF THE FBI SINCE RECENT MEDIA REPORTS THAT MONEY CONNECTED TO THIS HIJACKING WAS RECOVERED IN THE MOUNTAINS IN WASHINGTON STATE.
WITH
3. BELIEVED TO BE FORMER ARMY PILOT, PARATROOPER "AND PURPORTED "OUTDOOR" EXPERTISE.
4.
AGE AND PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS COMPATIBLE WITH ARTIST CONCEPTION DRAWING.
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
{Number) (Time)
* U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18763
b6 b7C
b6 b7C Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS
Date
PAGE THREE DE WF 0024 UNCLAS
FINGERPRINTS OF NOT IDENTICAL TO THE UNIDENTIFIED LATENT FINGERPRINTS ON FILE IN THIS CASE.
INVESTIGATION BY THE SEATTLE FBI OFFICE EAS DETERMINED MONEY WIRED BY TO WDC ORIGINATES FROM A SAVINGS ACCOUNT WITH REGULAR MONTHLY DEPOSITS BY U.S. GOVERNMENT CHECKS STARTING NOVEMBER, 1976 AT $730.00 AND INCREASING TO $945.00 AS OF MAY 30, 1980. ON AUGUST 4, 1980, ORDERED HIS SAVINGS ACCOUNT BALANCE REDUCED TO $5.00 BY WIRING $666.
00 AS OF MAY 30, 1980. ON AUGUST 4, 1980, ORDERED HIS SAVINGS ACCOUNT BALANCE REDUCED TO $5.00 BY WIRING $666.00 TO A WDC BANK, INVESTIGATION CONTINUES TO FURTHER IDENTIFY THE GOVERNMENT CHECKS USED FOR DEPOSIT.
IT IS NOTED INVESTIGATION HAS DETERMINED
WAS A
COMMISSIONED
IN U.S. ARMY WITH TEN MONTHS
OVERSEAS EXPERIENCE AS A PILOT.
DISCHARGED IN FEBRUARY,
AND GRADUATED FROM
1
ON
RECEIVED A U.S. PASSPORT FOR
REPORTED TRAVEL TO THE NETHERLANDS.
HAS TOLD
HE WILL BE TRAVELING ON SEPTEMBER 4, 1980 TO LONDON.
IN ADDITION,
HAS TOLD ANOTHER ASSOCIATE HE INTENDS TRAVEL TO PORTUGUAL.
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
(Number> ('Time) @ U. S. GOVERNMENT PRIN ING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18764
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C Watsimilo Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS Date
PAGE FOUR DE WF 0024 UNCLAS
INFORMATION CONTAINED IN REFERENCE TELETYPE, AS REPORTED BY INTERPOL, IS FACTUALLY INCORRECT.
unselected: CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS Date
PAGE FOUR DE WF 0024 UNCLAS
INFORMATION CONTAINED IN REFERENCE TELETYPE, AS REPORTED BY INTERPOL, IS FACTUALLY INCORRECT. AS A COURTESY GESTURE, WASHINGTON FIELD REPORTED IN SUBSTANCE THE ABOVE INFORMATION TO A INTERPOL REPRESENTATIVE. FOLLOWING THIS, WASHINGTON FIELD CONTACTED LEGAT, LONDON FOR ADVICE AND SHEREAFTER FORWARDED NANANa PHOTO AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION VIA AIRTEL TO FBIHQ FOR DISSEMINATION TO LEGAT, LONDON.„ m19 
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THE BUREAU IS REQUESTED TO FURNISHI ABOVE TO LEGAT, LONDON. NO INVESTIGATION OR SURVEILLANCE REQUESTED AT THIS TIME, SHOULD SUBSEQUENT INVESTIGATION REQUIRE OVERSEAS INVESTIGATION, SAME WILL BE REQUESTED THROUGH FBIHQ ONLY.
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Date
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TO DIRECTOR FBI IMMEDIATE
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SECRET Passimile Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
0021
Date
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UNCLAS
NORJAK, CAA, (00:SEATTLE)
RE BUREAU TEL AUGUST 22, 1980.
WASHINGTON FIELD INVESTIGATION INTO THIS MATTER ON
JUNE 26, 1980 BASED ON TELEPHONE CALL FROM
OF A TRANSIENT TYPE TEMPORARY HOUSING FACILITY
IN WASHINGTON, D. C. (WDC). ACCORDING TO IDENTIFIED AS COULD POSSIBLY BE D. B. COOPER,
A RESIDENT
VIEVED COMPOSITE
THE UNSUB IN CAPTIONED HIJACKING. DRAWING OF UNSUB, D. B. COOPER, AND STATED BASIC FACIAL CHARACTERISTICS ARE SIMILAR.
SUBSEQUENT INVESTIGATION DETERMINED IS IDENTICAL TO HOLDER OF FBI NUMBER A WHITE FAMALE
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DIRECTOR, : FBI
PROM: SAC, WFO (164-301) (P)
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8/25/00
DIRECTOR, : FBI
PROM: SAC, WFO (164-301) (P)
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UNSUB, aka D. B. Coope CRIME ABOARD ATRORAPT
INFORMATION CONCERNING (OO: WT)
RexFotolotype to Bureau, datod 8/8/80.
#PO' investigation indicates a
date of birth
place of birth may be identical to captioned UNSUS.
FAI records indicate
Army as a
is presently living in Washington, D. C. enlisted in the United States In 1944, he was commissioned and after completing pilot training in
1.945. February, from the
spent ten months overseas as a pilot. In was discharged.
graduated
was arrested in california, and was sentenced to
wan :again arrested
ŁO the captioned hijacking in Sacramento, California, for
OF YAGY
effectively vanished after his and did not . surface again until
when he was arrested for
Washington, D. C.
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DIRECTOR," FBA.S
FROM:
SAG, WFO . (164-301)
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CRIME. ABOARD AIRCRAFT
INFORMATION CONCERNING
HOO; WE
ReWFOteletype to Bureau, dated 8/8/80.
date of birth WFo investigation indicates a
place of birth
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FBI records indicate is presently living in Washington, D. C. enlisted in the United States Army as a In 1944, he was commissioned 19455- and after completing pilot training in from the
February, spent ten months overseas as a pilot. In was discharged.
graduated
was arrested in California, and was sentenced to
was again arrested
Ło the captioned hi jacking in Sacramento, California, for
OTCEBY
effectively vanished after his and did not surface again until
when he was arrested for
Washington, D. C.
2 + Bureau (Enc. 2) X- WPO
RFQ:myg (3)
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Hit
@ U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
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b6 b7Ccurrently has white hair, which he has allowed to grow long.
GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
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Photographs of four months prior to the hijacking, November 24, 1971, bear a striking resemblance : to the composite drawing supplied by victims, who were aboard the hijacked Boeing 727 .;
is described as 5' 11" to 6' tall, white hair, medium build, and until recently wearing a beard. is in excellent physical condition and is an avid woodsmen and purported paratrooper,
to the Netherlands.
has applied for a passport for travel
passport was issued from Passport Services, 1425 K Street, N. W. , Washington, D., C. originally attempted to secure this passport via fraudulent affidavit. Subsequently, was instructed to produce further identification before a passport would be issued.
DS 2
It is noted that until
worked for Boeing Aircraft
15. 28 further noted that the Boeing 727 that was used in the hijacking was produced around 1965, and it is believed that would have a working knowledge of the airplane and its rear entry/exit capabilities.
further noted that the Boeing 727 that was used in the hijacking was produced around 1965, and it is believed that would have a working knowledge of the airplane and its rear entry/exit capabilities.
Of
Enclosed for the Bureau are two current photographs
The Bureau is requested to advise Legat London of the above information and supply London with the enclosed photographs. It is noted that tentatively plans travel via Pan Am Airlines from Washington, D. C. to London, England on September 3, 1980.
Legat London should attempt to surveil to ascertain information regarding large sums of money in safety deposit boxes and/or large amounts of money in foreign accounts. WFO will monitor reservations at Pan Am Airlines, made under the name
and advise accordingly.
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From ISA
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Subject : UNSUB, aka D. B. Cooper, CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT; INFORMATION CONCERNING (00: WFO)
On 8/26/80, SA at the Department of Justice,
telephoned
representativb6
requesting
b7C to discontinue surveillance of captioned subject as requested by b7E SA
requested
INFORMATION CONCERNING (00: WFO)
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telephoned
representativb6
requesting
b7C to discontinue surveillance of captioned subject as requested by b7E SA
requested that SA writing the reason for discontinuing fisur for policy.
advise him in
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Dale
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From :SA
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Subject : UNSUB, aka
D.B. Cooper,
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT ;.
INFORMATION CONCERNING
(00: WFO)
On 8/26/80, SA at the Department of Justice,
telephoned
representativeb6
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requesting
requested that SA writing the reason for discontinuing fisur for policy.
advise him in
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YOUR FILE NO.
164-301 (P)
August 15, 1980
FBI FILE NO.
164-2111
LATENT CASE NO. A-45410
TO:
SAC, WFO
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE:
Telephone call 8/7/80 and teletyre 8/8/80
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: WFO
SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent prints contained in the
A-45410
TO:
SAC, WFO
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE:
Telephone call 8/7/80 and teletyre 8/8/80
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: WFO
SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent prints contained in the
appropriate sections of the National Unidentified Latent File
were compared with the fingerprints and palm prints of
FBI but no identifications were effected. b6 b7C
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THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL, UND ONLY
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FBI/DOJ
the b6 b7CBENOUI
REPORT of the LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION IDENTIFICATION DIVISION

YOUR FILE NO. FBI FILE NO.	164-301 (P) 164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.	A-45410

August 15, 1980
TO:
SAC, WFO
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Telephone call 8/7/80 and teletype 8/8/80 EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: WFO
SPECIMENS:
The previously reported latent prints contained in the appropriate sections of the National Unidentified Latent File were compared. with the fingerprints and palm prints of but no identifications were effected. b6 b7C
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164-301-14
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
FBI/DOJ
164-81-8529 DB
with the fingerprints and palm prints of but no identifications were effected. b6 b7C
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164-301-14
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
FBI/DOJ
164-81-8529 DB Cooper-18777.Tuletype Facsimile LA TOP SECRET SECRET Pricrizy RonLine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS
Date
· 8/26/80
FM SAC, WASHINGTON FIELD (164-301)
TO DIRECTOR; FBI ROUTINE W A
ATTENTION: PERSONAL CRIMES UNIT BT
UNCLAS
NORJAK.
REFERMICE WFO TELETYPE, 6/22/80.
INVESTIGATION TO DATE HAS FAILED TO LOCATE ANY AIRLINE RESERVATION FOR TRAVEL BY TO LONDON.
TRAVEL ON 9/3/80, MERELY COMMENTS MADE BY
TO A
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDC) ACQUAINTANCE AND HAS NOT BEEN CONFIRMED. ON 8/26/80,
REPRESENTATIVE, WDC,
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ATTENTION: PERSONAL CRIMES UNIT BT
UNCLAS
NORJAK.
REFERENCE WFO TELETYPE, 8/22/80.
INVESTIGATION TO DATE HAS FAILED TO LOCATE ANY AIRLINE RESERVATION FOR TRAVEL BY TO LONDON.
TRAVEL ON 9/3/80, MERELY COMMENTS MADE BY
TO A
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WDC) ACQUAINTANCE AND HAS NOT BEEN CONFIRMED. ON 8/26/80,
REPRESENTATIVE, WDC, ADVISED OF ABOVE AND REQUESTED TO DISCONTINUE ANY EFFORTS OR PLANS REGARDING SURVEILLANCE OF BT
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On August 8, 1980, an individual known as Officer's Service
Club, Washington, D.C. (NDC) , contacted Special Agent (SA) telephonically at the Washington Field Office (WFO) regarding an individual known to him as who currently resides at
the club. has supplied information regarding his belief that is identical to
unsub, aka D.B. COOPER.
advised that intends to depart the United States as soon as possible to London on Pan American Airlines. He indicated that
stopped at his apartment and told him that he would be leaving the United States as soon as practically possible. advised that reminded him that
rent is paid until September 15 and that although he is leaving the United States, he is not disappearing from the WDC area.
advised that reminded him that
rent is paid until September 15 and that although he is leaving the United States, he is not disappearing from the WDC area.
indicated to
that his present will look after his personal effects while he is overseas.
advised that
does not want to handle his financial affairs through the Officer's Service Club in the future, therefore asked. to write a letter indicating that had lived at the Officer's Service Club since December, 1979 and established his bonafides as a terant.
advised that was successful in opening his own savings account at the D.C. National Bank, WDC, and will be able to transfer money via wire on a secure, confidential basis.

Investigation on	8/8/80	Washington, D.C. at	WFO 164-301~10 Fle *

SA by	smt Date	8/8/80
dictated

164-81-8532 -
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and Is loaned To your advicy: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
It is the property of the FBI and Is loaned To your advicy: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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KORJAK; CAA - HIJACKIGA, 00: SEATTLE.
RE ST. LOUIS TELETYPE TO . SAN FRANCISCO, AUGUST 25, 1980. ON SEPTEMBER 8, 1989,
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION (VA), SAN
FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA,' ADVISED THAT ACCOURT
AUBER IS CURRENTLY RECEIVING
DISA-
BILITY IN THE AMOUNT OF 3950 PER KONTH.
DISABILITY INCLUDEE AND HE IS CLASSIFIED
AS UNEMPLOYABLE BY THE VAD VA RECORDS INDICATE PENSION IS SENT IN CARE OF RAINIER BANK, 80I MAIN STREET, VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON. LEADS. SEATTLE AT VANCOUVER, VAGHINGTON, CONTACT SECURITY
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PASZ TWO OFFICE, MAXGIER DANK TO
301-1517
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PASZ TWO OFFICE, MAXGIER DANK TO DETERMISE ADDRESS OR VLEREASCOUTS OF SUTEL RESULTS TO WASHINGTON FIELD.
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PP SE WF DE SF 015 P 0BB2007 SEPT 80 PM SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SG, 10) TO SEATTLE (164-81) (PRIORITY> WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE (364-301) (PRIORITY) BI UNGLAS
NORAAK; CAA - HIJACKING, 00: SEATTLE, RE ST. LOUIS TELETYPE TO .SAN FRANCISCO, AUGUST 25, 1980. ON SEPTEMBER 8, 1930,
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION (VA), SAN
FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, ADVISED THAT ACCOUNT QUIBER IS CURRENTLY RECEIVING
DISA- BILITY IN THE AMOUNT OF $950 PER MONTH. DISABILITY INCLUDES AND HE IS CLASSIFIED AS UNEMPLOYABLE BY THE VA.
VA RECORDS INDICATE PENSION IS SEOT IN CARE OF RAINIER DANK, 881 MAID STREET, VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, LEADS. SEATTLE AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, CONTACT SECURITY
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Date of transcription
9/15/80
On September 8. 1980,
advised Washington Field Office that representative, telephonically legat
information indicated that one
born
was
1980,
advised Washington Field Office that representative, telephonically legat
information indicated that one
born
was aboard an international aircraft that landed in London, England on August 21, 1980. His information further indicated that flew from London, England to Rotterdam, but was refused entry because he had no money. was forced to return to London however he was also refused entry for the same reason.
again tried to enter Rotterdam but was refused entry due to lack of money. He was sent back to London, and eventually sent back to New York, New York on August 22, 1980.
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Washington, D.C.
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Date dic ated 97-8/80
164-81-8534
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document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the Ful and i 3 .. . >> contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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On September 8, 1980,
Washington, D.C., telephonically contacted.
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On September 8, 1980,
Washington, D.C., telephonically contacted. the Washington Field Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation and related the following:
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advised that was
recalled that may have traveled New York, New York,
during the later part of August. He indicated that
from the New York, New York area during the later part of August. believes that called his
advised that has
allowed
Ho indicated that he suspects
also indicated that
Cold some of the staff employees that
Washington, D.C. story.
seriously doubts the validity of
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investigation on 9/8/80 at Washington, D.C. File # WPO 164-301-19

by SA	164-81-8535
Rre:jd Date dictated	9/8/80 b6

This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of .he FB it and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of .he FB it and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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0Washington field Office Washington, D.C. 20535 September 25, 1980
Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Department of Justice, Washington; D.C."
Dear Sirf' This letter is to confirm the verbal transactions between' the Washington Field Office, FBI and
representative regarding an ongoing hijacking investigation at the Washington Field Office, FBI.
The investigative efforts of the Washington Field Office were greatly enhanced by the expeditious handling of sensitive information by and the FBI, is most appreciative of the responsive and thorough accomplishments by in conjunction with and regards this cooperative and sincere effort as the backbone of law enforcement efficiency.
representatives abroad. The Washington Field office,
We look forward to continued interaction and cooperation between our agencies and appreciate the efforts and resultant information concerning this recent investigation.
The Washington Field office,
We look forward to continued interaction and cooperation between our agencies and appreciate the efforts and resultant information concerning this recent investigation.
Very truly yours,
Assistant Special Agent in Charge
I-addressee I-WFO (164-301)
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Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Departmentof Maticas VY of a Washing
Dear Siff
This letter 'is to confirm the verbal transactions between the Lington Field Office, FBI and regarding an on
wwwwww on the Washington Field Office, FBI.
The investigative efforts of the Washington Field Office were Greatly enhanced by the expeditions handLinld the In noroad. The Washington Field Office,
FBI, is most .andre TID: CA he responsive and thorough conjunction with
accomplishments by and months this mannerturm and sincere effort as the iency
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this mannerturm and sincere effort as the iency
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We look forward to continueu interaction and cooperation between our agencies and appreciate the efforts and resultant information concerning this recent investigation.
Very truly yours,
Assistant Special Agent in Charge
1-addressee 1-WFO (164-301)
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October 10, 1900
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI
FROM: ADM ASAC, WFO (164-301) (P)
UNSUB, aka
D.B. COOPER
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT;
INFORMATION CONCERNING
(00 : wFO)
Re Bureau routing slip dated August 26, 1980. Enclosed for Seattle are the 20 serials, of captioned WFO file; consisting of 47 pages.
WFO will monitor activities through his association with D.C. National Bank and handle accordingly.
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TO: . DIRECTOR, FBI
FROM: ADM ASAC, WPO (164-301) (P)
UNSUB, aka " D.B. COOPER CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT; INFORMATION CONCERNING (00: WFO)
ful Q
Re Bureau routing slip dated August 26, 1980.
COOPER CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT; INFORMATION CONCERNING (00: WFO)
ful Q
Re Bureau routing slip dated August 26, 1980.
Enclosed for Seattle are the 20 serials, of captioned WFO file, consisting of 47 pages.
wFo will monitor
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activities
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Real
164-81-8537 ac sac (5)
RFQ : Jag
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Of
DB Cooper-18796UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81
DATE:
11/25/80
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
On 8/13/80 records / relating to the account of at the Rainier National Bank, Vancouver, Washington, were obtained in response to a formal written request. Prior to this request being delivered to the bank a order authorizing delay in notification of the customer was issued by U.S. Magistrate Gilbert H. Kleweno at Vancouver, Washington.
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DB Cooper-18797UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81
DATE:
11/25/80
FROM :
SA
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On 8/13/80 records ø relating to the account of at the Rainier National Bank, Vancouver, Washington, were obtained in response to a formal written request. Prior to this request being delivered to the bank a order authorizing delay in notification of the customer was issued by U.S. Magistrate Gilbert H. Kleweno at Vancouver, Washington.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Date of transcription
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At approximately 5:30 p.
3-8-77)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Date of transcription
3/4/80
At approximately 5:30 p.m., on February 11, 1980, Vancouver, Washington, telephonically contacted the below listed agent at the Portland FBI Office to advise that he had called 30 minutes earlier and had spoken to a girl in the office and had given her the serial numbers to some $20 bills that he had found, and asked her to check them to see if they were "hot". was advised that the FBI is interested in the money and was asked if it was pos- sible for him to bring the money into the office. He advised that he could and that he would appear at the Portland Office and bring the money at approximately 9:00 a.m. the following day, February 12, 1980.
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At approximately 9:45 a.m., February 12, 1980, appeared at the Portland FBI Office with at which time he brought with him a small plastic sandwich baggie containing some obviously decomposed $20 Federal Reserve Notes. Immediate examination of the money disclosed that bills bearing the following serial numbers were contained within the parcel :
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Immediate examination of the money disclosed that bills bearing the following serial numbers were contained within the parcel :
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SERIAL NUMBER	YEAR
L 30706882 B	1963 A
I 02442844 A	1969
K 03654750 A	1969
I 02591811 A	1969
J 20209868 A	1963 A
L 55376548 B	1963 A
L 20301456 A	1969
L 51236377 B	1963 A
D 27112759 A	1969

related that on Sunday afternoon, February 10, 1980, approximately 3:00 to 3:30 p.m ..
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The money was badly decomposed
They had no idea at this time where the money had come from.
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to work he told his fellow employees at the U-Cart Manufacturing Company at 63rd and Andresen, Vancouver, where he is a about the incident. The fellow employees told him of the Northwest Airlines hijacking that occurred some years ago and is known as the "D. B. Cooper" case. He then called the Portland FBI Office.
DB Cooper-18800FD-302 (REV. 3-8-77)
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on Sunday afternoon, February 10, 1980, found a parcel of decomposed
when their $20 bills as he helped
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on Sunday afternoon, February 10, 1980, found a parcel of decomposed
when their $20 bills as he helped
was sitting on a blanket not far away , and was casually observing when discovered the money , all of the / looked at it and handled it and they realized it was money, but they did not know where it had come from or what to do with it.
had learned from fellow employees at work about the possibility the money might have come from a skyjacking and so he called the Portland FBI Office and checked the serial numbers of some of the bills.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Vancouver, Washington, telephone contacted the below listed agent on February 13, 1980, to furnish the following information :
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Vancouver, Washington, telephone contacted the below listed agent on February 13, 1980, to furnish the following information :
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was asked whether all of the money that was found had been turned in, and she asked what if it were not. The importance of turning in all of the money was explained to her and she stated that if there were any further money, she would attempt to obtain it and turn it in.
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SERIAL
An appointment was made and subsequently appeared at the Portland FBI Office and handed over an envelope containing four more of the bills bearing the following serial numbers:

SERIAL NUMBER	YEAR
G 03072381 B	1969
L 10919321 A	1969
L 55066857 A	1969
L 32987392 A	1969
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stated that to the best of her know- ledge, the four above additional bills were the only ransom money that had not previously been turned in to the FBI by the She reiterated at that time, her earlier account of the finding of the money
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stated that to the best of her know- ledge, the four above additional bills were the only ransom money that had not previously been turned in to the FBI by the She reiterated at that time, her earlier account of the finding of the money
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was interviewed following
Tena Bar in Vancouver, Washington, where portions of $20 bills had been found. These $20 bills were among the money furnished a person identifying himself as D. B. COOPER during a 1971 airplane high- was interviewed by SA jacking attempt. of the Portland, Oregon, FBI Office.
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advised that he found the beach area in the vicinity where the money was found to be in approximately four different layers. These layers consisted of an upper sand layer, a post dredging sand layer, a clay lump (dredge) sand layer, and below that an older sand layer. The upper layer con- sisted of six inches to eight inches of reworked beach sand and is the sand which contained the fragments and bundles of the recovered money.
The upper layer con- sisted of six inches to eight inches of reworked beach sand and is the sand which contained the fragments and bundles of the recovered money. This sand also contained soda pop cans and other debris, which were not severely damaged or rusted. The post dredging sand contained older soda pop cans, rusted nails and spikes, and other rusted artifacts, which were in a much more deteriorated condition. The clay lump (dredge) sand was a mix- ture of course sand and fragments of organic clay material, ranging from one inch to five inches in size. Based on U.S. Corps of Engineering records which reflect that they dredged the Columbia River at this site in 1974, stated this clay layer in all probability, was deposited during that 1974 dredging. The older sands, which were light in color and uniform in texture and which were found below the clay lump sand, were deposited prior to the 1974 dredging.
advised that in the post dredging layer, he found cross bedded course and medium sand, which in- dicated the river and river waves had worked repeatedly on this layer since 1974.
advised that in the post dredging layer, he found cross bedded course and medium sand, which in- dicated the river and river waves had worked repeatedly on this layer since 1974. The upper six inches to eight inches of re- worked beach sand is the active layer which is currently being worked by the water of the Columbia River.
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Based on the condition of the money through observation, advised that the money was probably washed into the location where it was found by natural river flow and was probably placed at the location of Tena Bar during the last rise in the Columbia River in the past two or three months.
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DB Cooper-18804FD-302 {REV. 3-8-77)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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advised that had in the past made out an application for employment with who was doing business as
however,
advised that although contacted several times by never went to work for him.
further stated that also had some dealings with involvement with
however, was merely doing some
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neither
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Investigation on 3/5/80	Terrebonne,
at	Oregon	File . # PD 164-41
by SA	o OKW
Date dictated	3/6/80

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DB Cooper-18808SE 164-81 PD 164-41 SLH: LBN 1
The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT PORTLAND, OREGON
On February 20, 1980, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District,
telephone was contacted regarding the possibility that bait money found near the on February 10, 1980, could have been brought to that area by a river feeding the Columbia River from the north.
The area believed to be the drop zone of the subject in 1971, is described as that area in the State of Washington bounded on the morth by the Lewis River, the east by the Clark County-Skamania County line, and the Columbia River. advised the only likely river feeding the Columbia River within the above described drop zone that would be capable of moving several bundles of money or a package about 16x16x4 inches to the Columbia River would be the Washougal River. A logical time, if the money came down the Washougal, would have been during the December 2, 1977 Washougal flood when parts of the river were
A logical time, if the money came down the Washougal, would have been during the December 2, 1977 Washougal flood when parts of the river were approximately ten feet over the normal winter flood stage.
There are several other streams that feed the Columbia River upstream from the however, due to size, or the degree of slope of the streams, it is unlikely that a small package would have made it to the Columbia. It is also unlikely that a small package would have passed through Lacamas Lake downstream to the Columbia.
stated that based on the three feet per second speed of the Columbia River, if a small package entered the Columbia River at Washougal, Washington, and floated in the main stream of the river to the a distance approximately thirty miles, it would take 14.7 hours. This is assuming that the package did not tumble along the bottom of the river or
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT PORTLAND, OREGON
On February 20, 1980, U.
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT PORTLAND, OREGON
On February 20, 1980, U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District,
telephone was contacted regarding the possibility that bait money found near the on February 10, 1980, could have been brought to that area by a river feeding the Columbia River from the north.
The area believed to be the drop zone of the subject in 1971, is described as that area in the State of Washington bounded on the morth by the Lewis River, the east by the Clark County-Skamania County line, and the Columbia River. advised the only likely river feeding the Columbia River within the above described drop zone that would be capable of moving several bundles of money or a package about 16x16x4 inches to the Columbia River would be the Washougal River. A logical time, if the money came down the Washougal, would have been during the December 2, 1977 Washougal flood when parts of the river were approximately ten feet over the normal winter flood stage.
time, if the money came down the Washougal, would have been during the December 2, 1977 Washougal flood when parts of the river were approximately ten feet over the normal winter flood stage.
There are several other streams that feed the Columbia River upstream from the however, due to size, or the degree of slope of the streams, it is unlikely that a small package would have made it to the Columbia. It is also unlikely that a small package would have passed through Lacamas Lake downstream to the Columbia.
stated that based on the three feet per second speed of the Columbia River, if a small package entered the Columbia River at Washougal, Washington, and floated in the main stream of the river to the a distance approximately thirty miles, it would take 14.7 hours. This is assuming that the package did not tumble along the bottom of the river or
DB Cooper-18811
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The following investigation was conducted by SA b6 b7C 
AT CORVALLIS, OREGON
On June 11, 1980, the Campus Security Office of Oregon State University (OSU), made available the OSU annual yearbooks for the years 1971, 1972, 1973.
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AT CORVALLIS, OREGON
On June 11, 1980, the Campus Security Office of Oregon State University (OSU), made available the OSU annual yearbooks for the years 1971, 1972, 1973. A review of these yearbooks determined that there was no entry listed for advised it is extremely common for graduate students to have no information listed in the University annual yearbook.
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Information from the OSU Registrar's Office determined there is no photograph on file concerning in attended OSU beginning with the summer term of 1971, and including the fall term, 1971, the winter term, 1972, and did not include the spring term of 1972. received a During his enrollment at Corvallis, OSU, listed a local address of Oregon, with a home of record shown as Coos Bay, Oregon.
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Individuals known by as a reference include
who was School District No. 9 in Coos Bay, Oregon, and School District, Coos Bay, Oregon
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
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AT CORVALLIS, OREGON
On June 11, 1980, the Campus Security Office of Oregon State University (OSU) , made available
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
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AT CORVALLIS, OREGON
On June 11, 1980, the Campus Security Office of Oregon State University (OSU) , made available the OSU annual yearbooks for the years 1971, 1972, 1973. A review of these yearbooks determined that there was no entry listed for advised it is extremely common for graduate students to have no information listed in the University annual yearbook.
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Information from the OSU Registrar's Office determined there is no photograph on file concerning attended OSU beginning with the summer term of 1971, and including the fall term, 1971, the winter term, 1972, and did not include the spring term of 1972. in
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During his enrollment at Corvallis, OSU, listed a local address of Oregon, with a home of record shown as Coos Bay, Oregon.
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As a graduate student, was not required to attend class regularly and it would not be possible to determine if was in fact at Corvallis, Oregon, on any specific date, particularly, November 24, 1971.
student, was not required to attend class regularly and it would not be possible to determine if was in fact at Corvallis, Oregon, on any specific date, particularly, November 24, 1971. OSU class schedules are kept for only a period of five years, so it is not possible to determine the identity of specific classes taken by a student during 1971. received a
from West Virginia
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State University in He is a graduate of Fairmont High School in Fairmont, West Virginia. In addition attended Fairmont State College in Fairmont, West Virginia. He also attended the University of Missouri at College Park, Missouri, and the University of West Virginia at Morgantown, West Virginia. He attended the summer session of Individuals known by as a reference include
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b6 b7C OPTIONAL FORM NO. to JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR [41 CFRJ 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
12/12/80
FROM
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SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (RUC)
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
12/12/80
FROM
:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile 164-2111
Enclosed for Seattle are the following:
Original FD-302's for
and
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Two copies each of investigative insert reflecting investigation conducted at Portland, Oregon, on 2/20/80 and 6/11/80.
For information of Seattle, all currency recovered in this matter submitted to, processed and returned by the FBI Laboratory, will remain under appropriate custody of Portland Division until such time as deemed otherwise.
2) Seattle (Enc . 9) rec'd - 1 - Portland
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll
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Enclosed for Seattle are the following:
Original FD-302's for
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164-2111
Enclosed for Seattle are the following:
Original FD-302's for
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Two copies each of investigative insert reflecting investigation conducted at Portland, Oregon, on 2/20/80 and 6/11/80.
For information of Seattle, all currency recovered in this matter submitted to, processed and returned by the FBI Laboratory, will remain under appropriate custody of Portland Division until such time as deemed otherwise. (2) - Seattle (Enc.9) 1 - Portland
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164-81-8546 SMO SICH SILL DEC 2 0 1980
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5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
DATE:
12/30/80
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FROM
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00 :
SEATTLE
Attached hereto is a Clark County Sheriff's Department Report prepared by
This report was received from the Clark County Sheriff's Office, Vancouver, Washington, on December 12, 1980.
A review of this report reveals that a portion of an orange and white parachute was found in the Lewis River between Heisson Bridge and Lucia Falls on December 8, 1980, by
Yacolt, Washington, telephone number
Inasmuch as the description of the parachute
found by
as
A review of this report reveals that a portion of an orange and white parachute was found in the Lewis River between Heisson Bridge and Lucia Falls on December 8, 1980, by
Yacolt, Washington, telephone number
Inasmuch as the description of the parachute
found by
as contained in the attached report does not match the description of the parachutes utilized in captioned matter, it is recommended that no further action be taken concerning this.
On December 12, 1980, the family, supra, was advised there was no need for them to hold the parachute remnant for the FBI and they could do with the remnant as they wished.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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Distribution Det. Information
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1	1. Incident (Lost, Found,	Satokeeping, Evidence, Other).	2. Classification	3. Location of Incident {Route No., Street Name) 4. Gild
OF	Found Property (Parachute Remnant)	II	Bet.
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1	1. Incident (Lost, Found,	Satokeeping, Evidence, Other).	2. Classification	3. Location of Incident {Route No., Street Name) 4. Gild
OF	Found Property (Parachute Remnant)	II	Bet. Lucia Falls & Heisson Bridge

5. Pamie Description
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12. Indicte with proper code In boxes provided, persons relationship to investigation: (1 Reporting Parson, #2 Witness, w3 Person with knowledge,
#4 Person with knowledge but not inkarvinwed,

J.	Name (Last, First, Middle}	DOB	S+x	Ract	Address Apt.
Reporting Parson, #2 Witness, w3 Person with knowledge,
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13.	Quantity	Description of Property: Number each Item and designate the quantity and description of property on appropriate lines. If more" space is neaded, use a second form.
7	Article Type Parachute	Brand Name Unknown	Model # N /A	Bin # NA
Serial# N/A
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13.	Quantity	Description of Property: Number each Item and designate the quantity and description of property on appropriate lines. If more" space is neaded, use a second form.
7	Article Type Parachute	Brand Name Unknown	Model # N /A	Bin # NA
Serial# N/A orange & whitewner Appliede N/A	Value N/A	Locker #
Color, Size, Description, Catiber, Barrel Langth, Etc.
'Artlele Typs	Brand Name	Modal +.	Bin #
Serial #	Owner Appiled #	Value	Locker#
Color, Size, Description, Caliber, Barril Length, Etc.
Aticla Type	Brand Name	Model #	BID #
Sarlat	Owner Applied #	Value	Lockar
Type	Brand Name	Model #	BID #
Sarlat	Owner Applied #	Value	Lockar #
Color, Size, Description, Caliber, Barrel Langth, Etc.
Article Type	Brand Name	Model #	Bin #
Sorial #	Owner Applied	Value	Locker#
Color; Size, Description, Callber, Barrel Langth, Etc.
Article Typo	Brand Name	Model #	Bin #
Serial #	Owner Applied +	Value	Locker #
Colar, Size, OMcription, Caliber, Barrel Lingth, Etc.
Article Type	Brand Name	Modat #	Bin #
Sorint #	Owner Appllad#	Value	Locker #
Color, Size, Description, Callher,
Type	Brand Name	Modat #	Bin #
Sorint #	Owner Appllad#	Value	Locker #
Color, Size, Description, Callher, Barwvi Length, Etc.
Article Type	Brand Name	Model #	Bin #
Sorlal	Owner Applied#	Value	Locker#
Color, Size, Description, Callbar, Barret Length, Etc.

16. Property disposition: Hold for Owner Hold for Investigation Destroy Send to Lab Other
No. Letter Sent TT Sent Personal Contact Data Time Yas No
IS. If property can be released, Indicate under what circumstances
Citizen Signature
17. Narrativa:
The complainant reports he found part of a orange & white parachute yesterday below Lucia Falls, in the riger, above Heisson Bridge. He advised he is reporting this as he'd had the thought that it might have belonged to D.
Narrativa:
The complainant reports he found part of a orange & white parachute yesterday below Lucia Falls, in the riger, above Heisson Bridge. He advised he is reporting this as he'd had the thought that it might have belonged to D.B. Cooper. is keeping this property in his possession in the event someone feels it is important. b6
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/ OF	I. Offense/Charge/Incident: (From-Original)	2. Classification	3. Location of Incident ( House No. Street Name]	4. Grid
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11. Solvability factors for investigation from
original Investigation report
12. Distribution
13. Narrative: Do not repeat the results of the preliminary investigation. Report all actions taken and all developments in The case since the last report. Describe and record the value of recovered property. List the name, number and description. of persons arrested. Explain classification change.
INVESTIGATIVE ACTION REPORT

She keny the Tem in her possession for The F.B.I.
Dan report will be forwarded To The Vancouver FBI Agent,
INVESTIGATIVE ACTION REPORT

She keny the Tem in her possession for The F.B.I.
Dan report will be forwarded To The Vancouver FBI Agent,

ENTRY NO.
14. Are all'suspects under 18 years old? Yas No
~15. Property rocovered Yes No
167/ Multiple-Clearance? Yas No

17.
Property rocovered Yes No
167/ Multiple-Clearance? Yas No

17. Related casos:	18 Parson's arrested 

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No No.


CASE NO. BLES

19: Telatype	20. Additionat techwork
No. 

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Property " Date


Cancelled
Suspect Time	



Composite
Fingerprint
Polygraph
Other

(21.	Solvability Factors	22. Case status
Eliminated by investigation	

Pending
Suspended	 Referred
Developed by investigation	

Arrest
Exceptional	 Unfounded
Remaining for
Composite
Fingerprint
Polygraph
Other

(21.	Solvability Factors	22. Case status
Eliminated by investigation	

Pending
Suspended	 Referred
Developed by investigation	

Arrest
Exceptional	 Unfounded
Remaining for investigation	CT.WF-Podsfffaa kilzopa

23. Further Investigation to be conducted by:
Pers. No.
Patrol
Detective
Date Submitted
12-10-80
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1. Records 2. Prosecutor 3. Investigators working copy
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2. B. Cooper
.CLARK COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF
CLARK COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
DATE:
12/30/80
.
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00 :
SEATTLE
Attached hereto is a Clark County Sheriff's
Department Report prepared by
This report was received from the Clark County Sheriff's Office, Vancouver, Washington, on December 12, 1980.
A review of this report reveals that a portion of an orange and white parachute was found in the Lewis River between Heisson Bridge and Lucia Falls on December 8, 1980 by Yacolt, Washington, telephone number
Inasmuch as the description of the parachute
found by
as contained in the attached report does not match the description of the parachutes utilized in captioned matter, it is recommended that no further action be taken concerning this.
On December 12, 1980, the family, supra, was advised there was no need for them to hold the parachute remnant for the FBI and they could do with the remnant as they wished.
On December 12, 1980, the family, supra, was advised there was no need for them to hold the parachute remnant for the FBI and they could do with the remnant as they wished.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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S. HITCHED
SERIALIZED
INDEXER LED Suc DEC 3C 1980
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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:OPTIONAL FORM NO: 10
MAY 192 1HXx
CEA FAHR (41 G//R) 101-11.#
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
DATE: 1/8/81
FROM
les
SAC, SAN ANTONIO (164A-111) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB;
NORTHEAST AIRLINES
FLIGHT 305
11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING
(00:
SEATTLE)
Sub-J .-
Re San Antonio letter to Seattle dated 10/15/80.
Enclosed for Seattle is one Texas driver's license photograph of
On 10/27/80, records of the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), License Issuance and Driver Records Division, Austin, Texas, disclose Harker Heights, Texas, was issued Texas driver's license
on 5/25/78, expiring
described as a white male, born
blue eyes, brown hair, 5'9", 180 pounds.
of Public Safety (DPS), License Issuance and Driver Records Division, Austin, Texas, disclose Harker Heights, Texas, was issued Texas driver's license
on 5/25/78, expiring
described as a white male, born
blue eyes, brown hair, 5'9", 180 pounds.
On 1/7/81, Texas DPS - Crime Analysis Services made available Texas driver's license photograph of
Seattle (Enc. 1) NOU Y (3)
1647-81-8550
SERIALE
JAN 1 7 1981
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL AIRTEL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS Date 1/22/81
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
FROM :
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164A-50) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
CAA-HIJACKING (A)
00: SEATTLE
marin file
Re Sacramento airtel to WFO, dated 8/5/80.
Since there are no outstanding or logical in- vestigation to be conducted in the Sacramento Division, Sacramento is considering this case RUC.
Since there are no outstanding or logical in- vestigation to be conducted in the Sacramento Division, Sacramento is considering this case RUC. 2
Seattle
1- Sacramento
RES/wlp
(3).
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Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per
In
# U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18830X AIRTEL
1/22/81

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
FROM:	SAC, SACRAMENTO (164A-50) (RUC)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK CAA-HIJACKING (A) 00: SEATTLE

Re Sacramento airtel to WFO, dated 8/5/80.
Since there are no outstanding or logical in- vestigation to be conducted in the Sacramento Division, Sacramento is considering this case RUC.
Seattle 1- Sacramento RES/wlp RUM (3)
16-8-81-5351 SIL Su
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DB Cooper-18831 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine SECRET AIRTEL CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O
Facsimile
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine SECRET AIRTEL CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
3/26/81
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND
(164A-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164A-81)
(P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 2/11/81; and Portland airtel to Seattle, 3/12/81.
Enclosed for Portland is a photograph of (NORJAK suspect) along with six other photographs for use in a photo spread.
LEAD:
PORTLAND DIVISION
At Eugene, Oregon
Will contact
at and show her a photospread which includes in order to determine if is identical with unknown hijacker, aka Dan Cooper. Furnish results of contact to Seattle and WFO. Return photospread to Seattle.
2 - Portland (Enc. 7) 2 - WFO (164-301) 2)~ Seattle JKM : jsb
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Searched Socialized KM
Km
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DB Cooper-18832
Approved:
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(Number)
(Timp)
Per
# U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
16417-81-8552
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET
5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
3/26/81
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND
(164A-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164A-81)
(P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 2/11/81; and Portland
airtel to Seattle, 3/12/81.
Enclosed for Portland is a photograph of (NORJAK suspect) along with six other photographs for use in a photo spread.
LEAD:
PORTLAND DIVISION
At Eugene, Oregon
Will contact
at and show her a photospread which includes in order to determine if is identical with unknown hijacker, aka Dan Cooper. Furnish results of contact to Seattle and WFO. Return photospread to Seattle.
2 - Portland (Enc. 7) 2
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(Number)
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# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
1647-81-8552
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DB Cooper-18833
Per AIRTELDIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
8/13/80
LEGAT,
GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
1647-81-8552
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DB Cooper-18833
Per AIRTELDIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
8/13/80
LEGAT, OTTAWA (164-47) (RUC) NORJAK (A) 00: Seattle
RoButel, 6/27/80. Enclosed for FRIHO and Seattle is one copy each of b7D b7E
Please note information furnished may not
This matter considered RUC at Ottawa. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
4-Bureau (Enc. 2) (2-Seattle) (164-81) 1-Ottawa RLM: d1b (5)
AUG 2 5 1980
Fol .SEATILE
DB Cooper-18835

DIRECTOR, FBI	(164-2111)
LEGAT, OTTAWA	(164-47) (RUC)

8/13/80
NORJAK (A) 00: Seattle
ReBute1, 6/27/80. Enclosed for FBIHO and Seattle is one cony each of
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Please note information furnished may not
This matter considered RUC at Ottawa. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
4-Bureau (Enc. 2) (2-Seattle) (164-81) 1-Ottawa RLM: d1b (5)
164-81. SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILEO
AUG 2 5 1980
FBI - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-18837FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority :
5-22-78)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
10/24/80
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE
En1/6
FROM: SAC
BALTIMORE (164A-223) (SQ8) (RUC) NORJAK CCA-HIJACK (A) 00: Seattle
Re Baltimore airtel to Seattle dated 8/5/80.
On 10/16/80 was telephonically contacted by this office and advised that he could provide no further information concerning the man known to him as
SA
(The information is contained in the memo of 5/9/80).
Additionally, advised that Automated Handling Systems, Baltimore, Maryland is no longer in business. Attempts to locate records of Automated Handling Systems were negative.
Baltimore conducting no further investigation. 2 )- Seattle I - Baltimore RCB : peh (3)
164, A- 81-8554
OCT 2 7 1980
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(Time)
DB Cooper-18838
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FBIUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU
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164, A- 81-8554
OCT 2 7 1980
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FBIUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
DATE: 10/15/80
Juf
FROM :
SAC, SAN ANTONIO (164A-111) (P)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB;
NORTHEAST AIRLINES
FLIGHT 305,
11/24/71
CAA-HIJACKING
(00: SEATTLE)
Satice
On 7/31/80, Request) advised that she is acquainted with a who is at the American Technological University b6 (ATU) , Killeen, Texas, and is also in the U. S. Air Force b7C assigned to Ft. Hood, Texas. advised that she has b7D seen the composite drawing of unsub, aka D. B. Cooper, and she feels that resembles this composite drawing.
On 8/15/80, ATU, furnished the following information regarding
graduated from the Northwest State University in Louisiana with an He applied for employment
at ATU on at which time he listed the following places of assignment :
Current assignment - Ft. Hood, Texas, U. S. Air Force - U. S. Air Force fighter pilot assigned to England Air Force Base, Louisiana - Assigned to Vietnam - U.
S. Air Force fighter pilot assigned to England Air Force Base, Louisiana - Assigned to Vietnam - U. S. Air Force, Norton Air Force Base, California
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at ATU.
On 9/11/80, was interviewed at the someone had identified him as a look-alike to the composite 
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16-14-81-855 w (6) Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
OCT 2 9 1980 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REY.J-N). GSAFPMR (41'CER):101-0) 0010-118 DB Cooper-18839
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main File Sute
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advised that to the best of his recollection, on or about 11/24/71, he was stationed in Alexandria, Louisiana, assigned to the at England Air Force Base. About 11/24/71, that
recalled at that time, traveled from Dallas, Texas to Denver, Colorado by airline to visit with his parents. telephonically contacted Colorado
Springs, Colorado, telephone recalled that traveled to Colorado Springs
telephonically contacted Colorado
Springs, Colorado, telephone recalled that traveled to Colorado Springs about 11/24/71, and she was able to locate a Braniff plane ticket stub reflecting travel to Denver, Colorado from Dallas, Texas on 11/24/71, Braniff Flight 30784, arriving Denver at 10:00 PM.
further advised that he had
on
The following descriptive data was obtained from observation and interview:
Name
Alias
Race.
White Male
Sex
Date of Birth
Height
5' 9"
Weight
180 1bs.
Hair Eyes
Brown
Blue
Occupation SSAN
U. S. Air Force since
Address
Harker Heights, Texas Married on
Marital Status
Waco, Texas)
It is noted that does somewhat resemble the composite drawing of D. B. Cooper, however, there is a considerable difference in the age of and estimated
age of D. B. Cooper. Due to the discrepancy between USAF assignment in 1971 as shown on his ATU application (Norton Air Force Base, California) and his current statement (England Air Force Base, Louisiana), the following leads are being set out :
2
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Force Base, California) and his current statement (England Air Force Base, Louisiana), the following leads are being set out :
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SA 164A-111
LEADS
ST. LOUIS
AT ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. Will, at NPRC, review USAF records to determine., as nearly as possible, his assignment as of 11/24/71, and whether he was in a leave status during the pertinent period of time. If available, will also obtain service photograph of
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will review information contained herein as well as results of St. Louis investiga- tion, and if, in light of previous information developed, a reinterview of is desired, and so advised San Antonio. b6 b7C
SAN ANTONIO
AT AUSTIN, TEXAS. Will obtain drivers license photograph of and forward to Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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11/4/80
main File

TO:	SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164A-259)
FROM:	SAC, BUTTE (164A-26) (RUC)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: Seattle

Re Salt Lake City airtel to Butte, dated 10/30/80, and Salt Lake City
SAC, BUTTE (164A-26) (RUC)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: Seattle

Re Salt Lake City airtel to Butte, dated 10/30/80, and Salt Lake City airtel to Butte, dated 6/5/80.
Enclosed for the information of Salt Lake City are inserts covering investigation conducted by the Butte Division on 7/11/80 and 8/1/80.
Enclosed for the information of Seattle is one copy of referenced Salt Lake City airtel to Butte, dated 10/30/80.
Butte Division covered lead set forth in Salt Lake City airtel, dated 6/5/80, and RUC'd the investigation to Seattle on 9/3/80. Apparently the Butte Agent handling this matter did not believe it to be necessary for Salt Lake City to be advised of the results of investigation which RUC'd the matter to Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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Seattle (164A-81) (Enc. I) (AM) 1 . Butte
CEW/sdj (4)
164-4-81-8556
NOV 8 1980
DB Cooper-18842 X Airtel
10/30/80

TO:	SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
FROM:	SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164A-259) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK
00: SE BUfile
Butte
CEW/sdj (4)
164-4-81-8556
NOV 8 1980
DB Cooper-18842 X Airtel
10/30/80

TO:	SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
FROM:	SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164A-259) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK
00: SE BUfile 164-2111

Re Salt Lake City airtel to Butto dated 6/5/80.
Butte is requested to expedite coverage of lead set forth in referenced airtel so that this matter can be resolved.
( 2 + Butte 2 - Salt Lake City RDJ/mgb (4)
SEARCHED SERIALIZED
INDEXED FILED
NOV
193) FBI-BUTTE
DB Cooper-18843 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
2/11/81
TO :
SAC, PORTLAND (164A-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Reference WFO airtel to Seattle, dated November 17, 1980. Enclosed for Portland are two copies of above reference.
Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
2/11/81
TO :
SAC, PORTLAND (164A-41)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Reference WFO airtel to Seattle, dated November 17, 1980. Enclosed for Portland are two copies of above reference. Also enclosed are three photographs described in the first enclosure.
For the information of Portland, extensive investigation has been conducted by the Washington Field Office regarding
as a suspect in the D. B. Cooper hijacking matter. In the above mentioned enclosures the Washington Field Office forwarded photographs of to the Seattle Division
to be shown to
Review of the Seattle files reflect that the
Contact with Northwest Airlines, Seattle Tacoma International Airport, Seattle, Washington, reflect that from the Northwest Airlines during had Northwest Airlines files additionally searched regarding and the records reflect that she has
from Northwest Airlines; however, as of State of Oregon.
The address of the
Eugene, Oregon,
LEAD
PORTLAND DIVISION
: 1647-81-8557
AT EUGENE, OREGON
2 - Portland (Enc. 5)
2 - WFO (164A-301)
(2)- Seattle JKM : smk (6)
Approved: Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
# U.
The address of the
Eugene, Oregon,
LEAD
PORTLAND DIVISION
: 1647-81-8557
AT EUGENE, OREGON
2 - Portland (Enc. 5)
2 - WFO (164A-301)
(2)- Seattle JKM : smk (6)
Approved: Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18844
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yhan
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Will contact and show the enclosed photographs of
for possible identification and submit results to Seattle and Washington Field Office.
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DB Cooper-18845
2*Memorandum
To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
A/S
From : SAC, CHARLOTTE (164A-219) (RUC)
Date 2/27/81 man Frit Subfine:
Subject : NORJAK CAA - HIJACK (00: SEATTLE) (BUFILE 164-2111)
For the information of Seattle. on 1/2/81. information was received from a source that at Belmont Abbey College, Belmont, N. C., resembles a photograph of D. B. COOPER, recently shown in a newspaper in North Carolina in connection with an article on captioned matter.
A review of the City Directory for Belmont. N. C., on 1/6/81, revealed that address was
Belmont, N. C., and employment listed as Employee of Belmont Abbey College".
identity), On 1/7/81, contact was made with
for Belmont Abbey College.
, and employment listed as Employee of Belmont Abbey College".
identity), On 1/7/81, contact was made with
for Belmont Abbey College.
(protect
viewed the artist's conception drawings of unsub. after which he stated that some slight resemblance to the drawings. bears
a
On 1/28/81. (protect identity) made available which had a snapshot therein of at Belmont Abbey
College.
stated that came to Belmont Abbey in
He has a
from Rider College in and an
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from Fairleigh Dickinson University in
It was noted that the photograph of is similar in appearance to the artist's conception drawing of unsub, except that has a receding hairline and is
partially bald. 2- Seattle 1 - Charlotte
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164A-81-8558 SPREAD I Vul
MAR 5 1981
Fai . ot.
DB Cooper-18846
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On 1/29/81, a check of the Police Information Network (PIN) for the State of North Carolina revealed that resides at
Belmont, N. C. His date of birth is listed as North Carolina driver's license which was issued 7/24/79, to expire
had a listed
His date of birth is listed as North Carolina driver's license which was issued 7/24/79, to expire
had a listed to him and his
Belmont, N. C.
and another older vehicle listed to him and his wife at Belmont, N. C.
On 1/29/81, Charlotte Credit Bureau. Charlotte. N. C., advised that her records revealed that Belmont,
N. C., has been in file since 7/16/79. The record revealed that his previous address was Northfield, Vermont.
Charlotte, after review of above information, is not
contacting due to his position as at an
institution of higher learning, and due to the fact that he bears only a slight resemblance to unsub.
concerning Should office of origin desire further inquiry it is suggested that leads be set forth in Vermont, his prior address, and also at Fairleigh Dickinson University, in the State of New Jersey, in an attempt to determine his appearance and activities in 1971 at the time captioned crime occurred.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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FBI
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CLASSIFICATION: Teletype
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile SECRET Priority Airtel Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS Date 11/17/80
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, WFO (164-301) (P)
UNSUB, aka
D. B. COOPER
Crime aboard Aircraft;
INFORMATION CONCERNING
(00 :WFO)
Re WFO airtel to Seattle dated October 10, 1980.
Enclosed for Seattle are three photographs. The first photograph is a color artist's conception of D. B. Cooper as described by the crew members aboard the highjacked airplane. Two additional black and white. photographs are also enclosed of The first photograph is an arrest photograph taken by the Sacramento, California Police Department on The second photograph is an altered photograph by the FBI Special Projects Unit that depicts with the same hair as that shown in the artist's conception.
Sacramento, California Police Department on The second photograph is an altered photograph by the FBI Special Projects Unit that depicts with the same hair as that shown in the artist's conception. It is noted that has changed his features in the past to appear to have a dark and sworthy complexion, in addition to having darker hair, and has been known to wear sun- glasses for the purpose of disguising himself further.
LEAD
AT SEATTLE DIVISION
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will locate the victim airline attendants and show the enclosed photograph of possible identification and submit results to wFO for appropriate action.
for
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile Airtel Immediate Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
3/12/81
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
FROM:
SAC,
TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile Airtel Immediate Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
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FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164A-41) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 2/11/81.
Enclosed for Seattle is one packet of four photographs.
Referenced airtel set out leads for enclosed photographs to be shown to
Eugene, Oregon. Portland notes that the photograph of .suspect, was not accompanied by appropriate throw-down photo- graphs which would be required in the event that makes a positive identification. In view of the fact that the photograph of projects unit so as to depict with the same hair as shown
has been altered by the special in the artist's conception of D.B. COOPER, Portland would have no way of independently coming up with additional photographs which are similar in appearance so that the photograph of is not unique.
Prior to the display of any witnesses in this matter, an appropriate photo spread should be developed to meet any legal challenge to any identifications which might result.
Prior to the display of any witnesses in this matter, an appropriate photo spread should be developed to meet any legal challenge to any identifications which might result.
Portland has placed this case in an RUC status. 2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) nee 2 - WFO (164A-301) 1 - Portland
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Re Little Rock letter to Seattle, 3/13/80.
Enclosed with referenced letter were three color photographs and two black and white photographs of an individual identified as These photographs are to be returned to Little Rock for return to of the Texarkana, Arkansas, Police Department.
Seattle is requested to return above photos or advise Little Rock if it is necessary to retain photos longer.
Seattle is requested to return above photos or advise Little Rock if it is necessary to retain photos longer.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (4)-CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-18851UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 3/10/79
FROM
:
SUBJECT: NORJAK
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Yakima, Tacoma, Wash., telephone advised that she has seen a man in her neighborhood recently who looks very much like. D.B. COOPER. He drives a Pickup Truck with WA LIC
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EN.BIR From : SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164A-73) (c)
Subject : NORJAK PRIORITY A 00: SEATTLE
Date
3/12/81
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BIR From : SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164A-73) (c)
Subject : NORJAK PRIORITY A 00: SEATTLE
Date
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Re San Francisco letter to Seattle dated 6/27/80. Enclosed for Seattle are two photographs, one of them being the photograph furnished by and the other photograph being the most recent one of
On 10/22/80, advised that should be considered a suspect in the NORJAK hijacking. bases his opinion on the fact that the hijacker is known as D. B. COOPER and that is the last of what might be considered the rugged individualists. Further is of the opinion that bears a resemblance to the composite picture which was made following the hijacking. thought was a parachutist and knows him to be a pilot very knowledgeable about aircraft. Further, is an outdoorsman and knowledgeable about the wilderness areas both in the United States and Canada, In
however, the was never completed
Following is a description of
2 2 - Minneapolis JDH: pfc - Seattle (Encs. 2) Read see (4)
164-81-8563
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9h DB Cooper-18853MP 164A-73
Aliases:
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164-81-8563
MAR 1 8 1981
9h DB Cooper-18853MP 164A-73
Aliases:
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Race:
White Male
Sex:
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
Height:
5 8211
Weight:
245 pounds
Eyes :
Brown
Hair:
Social Security
Black, graying
Number:
FBI Number:
FuBank Number:
Prior Arrests:
entered a plea of guilty
to
in of
and subsequently failed to appear. Bench warrant was issued on
Hobbies:
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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In geologist's opinion 'Cooper' money spent 8
By LESLIE L. ZAITZ of The Oregonian staff
At least some of the cash from "Dan Cooper's" 1971 escapade has spent much of the past eight years under wa- ter and only recently was washed up on the Columbia River bank where it was found Sunday, according to a geologist assisting the FBI.
Leonard Palmer, a Portland State University geologist, reached that con- clusion after examining the river bank nine miles northwest of Vancouver, Wash., where a family building a camp- fire found three packets of badly deteri- orated $20 bills.
reached that con- clusion after examining the river bank nine miles northwest of Vancouver, Wash., where a family building a camp- fire found three packets of badly deteri- orated $20 bills. .
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The FBI said the money, believed; to be several thousand dollars, was part of the $200,000 ransom paid to a man known only as Dan Cooper. Cooper, popularly known as "D.B. Cooper" be- cause of an erroneous news agency re- port at the time, received the money after hijacking a Northwest Airlines jet- liner after it departed from .Portland Nov. 24, 1971.
Palmer's research discounted an ini- tial FBI theory that the cash had been deposited on the river bank during a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers channel dredging operation in 1974. Palmer said there were two other distinct layers of sand and sediment on top of the materi- al dredged from the river.
The money was found in a layer of coarse sand ranging from several inches to 4 feet thick, Palmer said. He said the top layer of sand probably was deposit- ed by wave action caused by passing ships.
Palmer said he believed the money found its way into the water not long after the hijacking, because it would have deteriorated within weeks if
Palmer said he believed the money found its way into the water not long after the hijacking, because it would have deteriorated within weeks if left exposed on the surface.
Palmer offered a theory for what happened, based on what little evidence exists and on geological information. It
The Oregonian FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1980
(Indicate page, name of newspaper, city and state.)
years in river
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Title: Couper Money Spent 8 years in Rever
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COOPER'S CASH - Portland State University geologist Leonard Palmer discusses probable history of $20 bills found Sunday on Vancouver, Wash., beach. The money, part of ransom paid to hijacker "Dan Cooper," washed ashore recently after spending about eight years in water, Palmer says.
begins with Cooper parachuting from the Boeing 727 somewhere over South- west Washington.
Cooper may have landed in a wil- derness alive and then decided to find a stream to follow out of the woods, Palmer speculated.
Cooper may have landed in a wil- derness alive and then decided to find a stream to follow out of the woods, Palmer speculated. He said the chance that Cooper landed in water was re- mote.
: Once Cooper got to the water, something happened that caused him to hecome separated from at least part of the money, Palmer continued.
"He would not let go unless he was
in trouble. He had gone through a lot of work to get that money," Palmer said. "But there were plenty of reasons for him to be in trouble."
Whatever the source of the trouble, the money entered the water.
"Up to that point, it's conjecture," Palmer said. "But once we have it in the water, we know what happened to it."
The bills spent the next nine years moving slowly downstream, probably getting caught at spots on the stream bottom, resting there a time and then becoming dislodged by river action.
The bills recovered Sunday were
E worn away in a rounding fashion and were matted together - evidence that the money had been in the water most of the time, Palmer explained.
The bills recovered Sunday were
E worn away in a rounding fashion and were matted together - evidence that the money had been in the water most of the time, Palmer explained.
Palmer said he believes the bills probably were washed up on the river bank within the last three to six months. The bills could have been there as long a year if they were well pre- served in the water, he added.
The FBI sent the decomposed $20 bills Wednesday to its Washington, D.C., laboratory.
The FBI ultimately plans to return the money to its proper owner when it determines whether the owner is Northwest Airlines or Royal Globe In- surance Co. of New York, which cov- ered the loss. The airline's offer of a $25,000 reward for return of the money has expired.
Charles Arnold, a spokesman for the U.S. Treasury Department in Washing- ton, D.C., said the tattered bills would be replaced at face value if they were returned to the Treasury.
Responsibility for the Cooper inves- tigation Thursday was returned to the FBI office in Seattle. Technically, the Seattle field office has been in charge of the hijacking investigation.
Responsibility for the Cooper inves- tigation Thursday was returned to the FBI office in Seattle. Technically, the Seattle field office has been in charge of the hijacking investigation.
Jack Pringle, assistant special agent in charge of the Seattle office, said there was a chance that laboratory tests on the money "could find additional debris that might give us an idea where it may have been."
Preliminary results were not ex- pected until next week.
The FBI has asked the Corps of En- gineers to begin assessing streamflows of the Columbia and its tributaries in the Washougal River-watershed.
DB Cooper-18856UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO SAC SEATTLE (164 81)
DATE: 12/40/80
FROM : SC FRANCIS. E ENTLER
Sub D
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
On 12/10/80 Yacolt, Washington, tel.
telephonically advised that her son had retrieved an "old, shredded military style parachute, from the Lewis River in southwesterm, Washington. speculates that it might be connected with captioned matter.
LEAD.
at Yacolt, Washington,
Contact
tel.
speculates that it might be connected with captioned matter.
LEAD.
at Yacolt, Washington,
Contact
tel.
On 12/11/80, this matter was handled by SA VANCOUVER RA. Per information in 164A-81-sub D, the above parachute does not meet the description of parachutes utilized by UNSUB; aka DAN COOPER.
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Cooper mystery clue: Sarsparilla
dicate page, name of 'spaper, city and state.) p.31 Daily News Longview, Wa.
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Bý Jay McIntosh The Daily News
Sioux City Sarsparilla, a potent root beerlike beverage in a can with a cowboy on it, is the latest olue in the muddled story of skyjacker D. B. Cooper.
Leonard Palmer, a Portland State University geologist, said today that two cans of the soft drink along with a.
Leonard Palmer, a Portland State University geologist, said today that two cans of the soft drink along with a.Nesbitt's Orange can -were found in the same sandy soll where a boy unearthed part of Cooper's loot last Sunday.
The clue may not mean much to FBI agents; who on Thursday called off their search there for more evidence, But it adds a Maltese Falcon air to the already mysterious story of America's only unsolved skyjacking,
Theories of what happened abound, and Palmer has constructed his own. He thinks Cooper surviv- ed his sky jump and was injured. Palmer winds a. detective story around what he sees as geologic. evidence of how the $3,000 or so came to be deposited on a Columbia River beach . in- Washington, three miles northwest of Vancouver,
A "Dan Cooper" parachuted from a 727 jet over Southwest Washington on Thanksgiving Eve 1971; But Palmer said the money was found in soil deposited on the beach after a 1974 dredging. It may have been deposited within the last year, he said.
"Sioux City Sarsparilla was lodged in the same!
It may have been deposited within the last year, he said.
"Sioux City Sarsparilla was lodged in the same! level that the money was found." Palmer said. If the FBI can trace when the pop cans were. manufactured, it could provide more evidence of when the money was deposited. :
The cash, part of the $200,000 in $20 bills that was. strapped to Cooper's waist, was found bundled in a. bag.
The pop cans and most of the money were found' ix to eight inches below the surface,: but fragments of the money reportedly were as far own as three feet ..
Palmer could not explain how the money might Have been buried that deep, He said there was"no conclusive evidence" that money was in fact found three feet down, and surmised that it may hi ve been deposited there in digging actions.
Palmer said the money was worn the same way, driftwood is worn. And the bills had not decayed as, much as they would have if they had been exposed to air, he said.
What that leads us to believe is that the money has been in the water all the time since it has been lost" he said.
What that leads us to believe is that the money has been in the water all the time since it has been lost" he said.
Like the EBI searchers, Palmer dismisses the theory that the money may have washed upstream from the Lewis River. Authorities had
Lewis River reservoir, put were rethinking that assumption after the discovery of the money;
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Palmer said it looks like Cooper landed in the Washougal River drainage area. But after com- puting stream surface area, he said it was a 1.000 to: shot that the hijacker landed in water.
"It's likely that the guy survived (but was in- jured), got to a stream and dropped some of the money because he was hurt and couldn't hold onto. it. So that leaves him injured and somewhere in the Washougal'drainage area nine years ago.
:Only educated guesswork is behind the theory, of course, The FBI may or may not search for more evidence, said Jack Pringle, assistant agent in charge of the bureau's Seattle office.
"We'll have to talk to the searchers who were down there and then we'll decide if any further searches will be undertaken," Pringle said this morning:
He didn't
"We'll have to talk to the searchers who were down there and then we'll decide if any further searches will be undertaken," Pringle said this morning:
He didn't mention the Nesbitt's Orange or the Sioux City Sarsparilla. The Daily News managed: to trace the sarsparilla to White Rock Products Inc., a soft drink manufacturer in Brooklyn, N.Y. Company spokesman John Cloney said he didn't hink the beverage had ever been distributed on the West Coast north of California.
A woman at the Portland bottler of White Rock beverages said she had "never heard of it.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
- 1 -
4/21/81
Date of transcription
was
contanted at the Eugene, Oregon. was advised of the identity of the interviewing agent and the purpose of the interview and thereafter furnished the following information:
which was hijacked by an advised that at that time
individual known as DAN COOPER.
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-18859,FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
CLASSIFICATION: SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
4/24/81
6 0 302
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
546 A
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164A-41) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
Re Seattle airtel to Portland and WFO, 3/26/81.
Enclosed for Seattle is a
of suspect
consisting as had
been previously furnished by the Seattle Division.
Enclosed for Seattle is a
of suspect
consisting as had
been previously furnished by the Seattle Division. Also enclosed for Seattle is the original and two copies of an FD-302 interview with Enclosed for WFO is one copy of FD-302 interview with
Seattle should note that in the event that it is necessary to recontact in the future, she is currently a
Eugene, Oregon,
telephone At the time of captioned hijacking
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RE:
D. B. Cooper $200,000 Hi-Jack
Retention For appropriate For information optional action Surep, by The enclosed is for your information. If used in a future report, conceal all
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-18862To: Director Federal Bureau of Investigations
From:
Cecil N. J.
Subject: D. D. Cooper $200,000 Mi-Jack
Date: April 23, 1981
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Ft. Lauderdale, Fla 
resembles the picture of D. B. Cooper. See Attachment ..
access to hotel uniforms. and would have had military training in the service. He was such a troublemaker his mother was called in. I was told he presently works for in New York City.
said he had F.B.I. agents on his payroll. I had the names checked out and I was told they had all retired. 1 Respectfully submitted.
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Date
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TO :	SAC, MIAMI
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
SUSPECT:
Enclosed are four (4) artist's composites, two (2) black and white, and two (2) color, depicting the NORJAK UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper, D. B. Cooper, with and without glasses.
Also enclosed is a copy of a typed letter, envelope and a wedding party photograph.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight No. 305 at Portland, Oregon.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight No. 305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 p.m., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his briefcase contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
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The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four (4) parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane 164-81-8569A
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proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed which would enable the rear door of the plane (Boeing 727) to be opened during the flight.
The hijacker apparently bailed out somewhere between Seattle, Washington, and Reno, Nevada, where the plane landed to refuel. It was determined the hijacker, two parachutes and the ransom money had disappeared when the plane was inspected at Reno, Nevada.
Artist conception drawings of the aircraft hijacker were prepared by the FBI Exhibit Section and are considered a reasonable likeness. The black and white composites were prepared initially and sometime later the color composites were prepared to epict the hijacker's complexion and age more graphically.
The hijacker is described as follows:

Race :	White
Sex:	Male
Age :	Mid-40'
The hijacker is described as follows:

Race :	White
Sex:	Male
Age :	Mid-40's
Height :	5'10" to 6'
Weight :	170 to 180 pounds
Complexion :	Olive, Latin appearance, medium smooth.
Hair:	Dark brown or black, parted on the left, combed back.
Eyes :	Possibly brown; during latter part of flight, the hijacker put on dark wrap-around sunglasses with dark rims.
Voice :	Low, spoke intelligently, no particular accent.
Characteristics:	Smoked Raleigh filters type cigarettes
Wearing Apparel:	Black or brown suit; narrow black tie (clip on type); black rain-type overcoat or dark top coat; dark
briefcase or attache case; carried
a paper bag - 4 x 12 x 14 inches; brown shoes.
Remarks:	Very polite at all times.
or dark top coat; dark
briefcase or attache case; carried
a paper bag - 4 x 12 x 14 inches; brown shoes.
Remarks:	Very polite at all times.

The enclosed letter and photograph were received at the Bureau and forwarded to Seattle, being received at Seattle on May 12, 1981.
The letter is unsigned and has no return address.
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LEADS : MIAMI DIVISION
At Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Conduct background investigation on in particular, physical information. Return the enclosed wedding party photograph.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate Priority TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile Airtel Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
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TO:	SAC, MIAMI
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P.)

NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
SUSPECT :
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Also enclosed is a copy of a typed letter, envelope and a wedding party photograph.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight No. 305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 p.m., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his briefcase contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four (4) parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane

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To : SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164A-22)
Date June 4, 1981
From : SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P) + Subject : NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE
Reference Little Rock letter to Seattle, dated March 23, 1981.
Enclosed for the Little Rock Division per your request, are five photos of
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Date June 4, 1981
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To : SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164A-22)
Date June 4, 1981
From : SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P) " Subject : NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE
Reference Little Rock letter to Seattle, dated March 23, 1981.
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To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
Date
6/5/81
From :
SA
Subject :
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00: SEATTLE
On April 10, 1981, Sheriff Bill Closner, Skamania County, Stevenson, Washington, provided the following infor- mation:
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Salmon, Washington. provided the following information to who inturn provided it to him; b6 b7C
in Skamania County, Washington. was a type of a is an individual who used to reside who dealt in and had, apparently, several "dummy"
was a type of a is an individual who used to reside who dealt in and had, apparently, several "dummy" corporations. is a pilot, who, at one time, either had a lear jet or flew a lear jet. Further, was knowledgeable parachuting. leads a "fast life". He split up with his wife approximately four years ago and is residing at an unknown location at this time.
The night that D. B. Cooper hijacked the aircraft in Portland, Oregon, was supposed to attend a dinner party in the area. Unexpectedly, indicated that he would be unable to attend the dinner party and subsequently ended up in the hospital the next morning with a back problem. He, Closner, is unaware of what hospital was in. also suffered ear problems at about the same time.
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He, Closner, feels this information may be of assistance to the FBI in the D. B. Cooper matter. In the event the FBI wishes to speak to concerning this matter, he requests that he be contacted first so that he can set up the appointment inasmuch as might not be willing to talk if approached "cold".
Closner then provided a Department of Motor Vehicles' print out regarding and Xeroxed copies of the Skamania County Sheriff's Office contact record with A review of 1647-81-8572
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these items revealed that according to his records, has brown eyes, is 6'0", and 205 pounds. At one time, he resided at Medford, Oregon, telephone and at another time, he resided on Cook, Washington. His arrest record at Skamania County Sheriff's Office included only
Based on the above, it is suggested that be considered a possible suspect in this matter and investigation be conducted to resolve the allegations.
His arrest record at Skamania County Sheriff's Office included only
Based on the above, it is suggested that be considered a possible suspect in this matter and investigation be conducted to resolve the allegations.
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To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
Date
6/5/81
From
:
SA
Subject :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
On April 10, 1981, Sheriff Bill Closner, Skamania County, Stevenson, Washington, provided the following infor- mation:
He recently spoke with a in Stevenson, Washington, whose name he does not wish to reveal at this time. This individual inturn received infor- mation from located in White the who inturn provided it to him;
Salmon, Washington. provided the following information to
is an individual who used to reside in Skamania County, Washington. was a type of a who dealt in and had, apparently, several "dummy" corporations. is a pilot, who, at one time, either had a lear jet or flew a lear jet. Further, was knowledgeable parachuting. leads a "fast life". He split up with his wife approximately four years ago and is residing at an unknown location at this time.
He split up with his wife approximately four years ago and is residing at an unknown location at this time.
The night that D. B. Cooper hijacked the aircraft in Portland, Oregon, was supposed to attend a dinner party in the area. Unexpectedly, indicated that he would be unable to attend the dinner party and subsequently ended up in the hospital the next morning with a back problem. He, Closner, is unaware of what hospital was in. also suffered ear problems at about the same time.
He, Closner, feels this information may be of assistance to the FBI in the D. B. Cooper matter. In the event the FBI wishes to speak to concerning this matter, he requests that he be : contacted first so that he can set up the appointment inasmuch as might not be willing to talk if approached "cold".
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CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile Airtel 
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
7/7/81
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
FROM :
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Re PORTLAND AIRTEL DATED 4/24/81.
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE (WFO) HAS EXHAUSTED ALL LOGICAL INVESTIGATION IN THE WDC AREA CONCERNING CAPTIONED MATTER AND IS THEREFORE PLACING THIS CASE IN RUC STATUS.
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TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
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Re PORTLAND AIRTEL DATED 4/24/81.
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE (WFO) HAS EXHAUSTED ALL LOGICAL INVESTIGATION IN THE WDC AREA CONCERNING CAPTIONED MATTER AND IS THEREFORE PLACING THIS CASE IN RUC STATUS.

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SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)(P)
Date
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SA
Subject :
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00: Seattle
Re Seattle memo of SA 6/5/81.
On 6/23/81, Sheriff Bill Closner, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson. Washington, advised he wished to contact the Stevenson who originally provided him with the information concerning as a possible b6 b7C suspect in the D.B. Cooper matter. He said the was not currently available.
Washington, advised he wished to contact the Stevenson who originally provided him with the information concerning as a possible b6 b7C suspect in the D.B. Cooper matter. He said the was not currently available.
On 7/6/81, Sheriff Closner, supra, advised he had con- tacted the who indicated he had no objections if the FBI interviewed the original source of information in this matter. Sheriff Closner said he would attempt to set up an appointment with who was not retired, and then advise the FBI.
On 7/16/81, Sheriff Closner, supra, stated he had been unable to locate in White Salsom, Washington or b6
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of (a rural area of Skamania County, Washington), was taking sky-diving lessons at the Evergreen Landing Strip in Vancouver, Washington shortly before the hi-jacking of an aircraft by D.B. Cooper. He also heard
from that the night before or the night of the Cooper hi- jacking, was supposed to attend a dinner party in
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name unknown. He further heard from that had a jet aircraft at Hood River, Oregon and flew back and forth to Longdon, England.
He has met on nonasion and has heard that he, is now apparently divorced.
He has heard that is living somewhere in Eastern Oregon while his ex-wife lives in the Portland-Vancouver area.
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To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
Date 7/18/81
From :
SA
Subject :
NORJAK(A)
00: Seattle
Re Seattle memo of SA 6/5/81.
On 6/23/81, Sheriff Bill Closner, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson. Washington, advised he wished to contact the Stevenson who originally provided him with the information concerning as a possible suspect in the D.B. Cooper matter. He said the
was not currently available.
On 7/6/81, Sheriff Closner, supra, advised he had con- tacted the who indicated he had no objections if the FBI interviewed the original source of information in this matter. Sheriff Closner said he would attempt to set up an appointment with who was not retired, and then advise the FBI.
On 7/16/81, Sheriff Closner, supra, stated he had been unable to locate in White Salsom, Washington or elsewhere.
On 7/16/81, Sheriff Closner, supra, stated he had been unable to locate in White Salsom, Washington or elsewhere. He said the would be willing to the FBI however.
On 7/16/81. Stevenson, Wash.,
telephone voluntarily appeared in the Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stenvenson, Washington, and provided the following information:
He heard from
who is a living in the White Salmon area that
an ex-resident of (a rural area of Skamania County, Washington), was taking sky-diving lessons at the Evergreen Landing Strip in Vancouver, Washington shortly before the hi-jacking of an aircraft by D.B. Cooper. He also heard from that the night before or the night of the Cooper was supposed to attend a dinner party in hi- jacking but called to say he would be unable to attend because he had injured his back sky-diving and was in a hospital,
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To: Director
Att .:
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D.B. COOPER; ASA@ Attn: SA Supv.
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seria Type Deadline Prepare lead cards Search and return Delinquent Prepare tickler See me Expedite File Send to
Attached is letter discussed in referenced telephone call.
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GPO : 1980 0 - 319-681LAW OFFICES
33 SOUTH FIFTH STREET MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55402 TELEPHONE [612] 335-4911
TELECOPIER [6]2] 339-4181 TWX 910-576-2737
July 27, 1981
*MEMBER OF TEXAS BAR ONLY ""MEMBER OF DEORRIA BAR ONLY
Mr. Bill Baker Assistant Special Agent in Charge Federal Bureau of Investigation P. O. Box 709 Portland, Oregon 97207
Re :
D. B. Cooper
Dear Mr. Baker:
What is the disposition of the funds referred to in our letter of February 14, 1980 (copy enclosed) ?
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SAINT PAUL OFFICE IZID MINNESOTA BUILDING SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 55101 TELEPHONE (612) 224-5884
SOUTHEASTERN REGIONAL OFFICE SUITE 560 2680 CUMBERLAND PARKWAY ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30339 TELEPHONE (404) 434-7100
WESTERN REGIONAL OFFICE SUITE 5700 40DO MACARTHUR BLYD.
SE REAND SEMALIZA
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SAINT PAUL OFFICE IZID MINNESOTA BUILDING SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 55101 TELEPHONE (612) 224-5884
SOUTHEASTERN REGIONAL OFFICE SUITE 560 2680 CUMBERLAND PARKWAY ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30339 TELEPHONE (404) 434-7100
WESTERN REGIONAL OFFICE SUITE 5700 40DO MACARTHUR BLYD. NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA 92660 TELEPHONE (714) 851-0291
SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL OFFICE SUITE 695 SODI LEJ FREEWAY DALLAS, TEXAS 75234 TELEPHONE (2(4) 300-6754 DB Cooper-18886
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Mr. Bill Baker Assistant Special Agent in Charge Federal Bureau of Investigation P. O. Box 709 Portland, Oregon 97207
D. B. Cooper
Dear Mr. Bakert
We have become aware that some of the money given to D, B. Cooper has been recovered. This letter'im to advise you that our client, Globe Indemnity Company, reimbursed Northwest Airlines for the money which was given to D. B. Cooper, It is our opinion, based on the terms of the contract pursuant to which such indemnification was made, that Globe Indemnity is entitled to receive any recovery made until the full amount of indenification has been rapaid.
We would appreciate being kept advised of what recovery is or has been made
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915 Second Avenue, Rm. 710 Seattle, Washington 98174 August 14, 1981
Law Offices 33 South Fifth Street Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402 Attention:
Dear
In response to your letter of July 27, 1981, to Mr. Bill Baker of the Portland Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, please be advised that the money recovered in connection with this matter is being retained as evidence by the Seattle Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Inasmuch as this investigation is still pending, it is essential that this evidence beretained. At the time this investigation is closed, you will be contacted in regards to the disposition of the money.
Very truly yours,
Allen P. Whitaker Special Agent in Charge 
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Date
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SAC, SEATTLE (154A-81) (P)
Date
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From : SA
Subject :
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00: Seattle
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RE: DR. JAMES A. ROMAN(deceased)
On 8/18/81, William Closner, Sheriff, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson, Washington, advised Dr. James A. Roman, Date of Birth 10/9/27, shot his wife and killed himself on 2/3/80 after alledgedly assaulting an individual in Portland, Oregon, He said his office investigated the homicide/suicide and while doing so, discovered the Roman residence was filled with numerous weapons. He stated that also found were scanners capable of monitoring numerous police frequencies. Sheriff Closner stated Roman was either a paratrooper or did some sky-diving, was a previous employee of NASA, and apparently continued to have some interest in parachuting. He said the Roman residence, located at Milepost 0,56R Strunk Road, Washougal, Washington, was in the flightpath of the aircraft carrying D.B. Cooper. He said that based on the above stated facts it appears as if Roman should be looked at by the FBI as a possible D.
He said that based on the above stated facts it appears as if Roman should be looked at by the FBI as a possible D.B. Cooper suspect.
Sheriff Closner said he was not aware of Roman's description or further identifying data, He said a Washington State Welfare
was friends with the Romans and would be able to provide details concerning Roman and his appearance.
It is recommended that an investigation be conducted to determine the validity of Sheriff Closner's findings. It is noted office is located adjacent to the Vancouver Resident Agency Office and he may be able to provide entough information so as to eliminate Roman as a suspect or cause additional investigation to be conducted.
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RE: DR. JAMES A. ROMAN(deceased)
On 8/18/81, William Closner, Sheriff, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson, Washington, advised Dr.
ROMAN(deceased)
On 8/18/81, William Closner, Sheriff, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson, Washington, advised Dr. James A. Roman, Date of Birth 10/9/27, shot his wife and killed himself on 2/3/80 after alledgedly assaulting an individual in Portland, Oregon. He said his office investigated the homicide/suicide and while doing so, discovered the Roman residence was filled with numerous weapons. He stated that also found were scanners capable of monitoring numerous police frequencies. Sheriff Closner stated Roman was either a paratrooper or did some sky-diving, was a previous employee of NASA, and apparently continued to have some interest in parachuting. He said the Roman residence, located at Milepost 0.56R Strunk Road, Washougal, Washington, was in the flightpath of the aircraft carrying D.B. Cooper. He said that based on the above stated facts it appears as if Roman should be looked at by the FBI as a possible D.B. Cooper suspect.
Sheriff Closner said he was not aware of Roman's description or further identifying data.
Cooper suspect.
Sheriff Closner said he was not aware of Roman's description or further identifying data. He said a Washington State Welfare
was friends with the Romans and would be able to provide details concerning Roman and his appearance.
It is recommended that an investigation be conducted to determine the validity of Sheriff Closner's findings. It is noted office is located adjacent to the Vancouver Resident Agency Office and he may be able to provide entough information so as to eliminate Roman as a suspect or cause additional investigation to be conducted.
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Office of Special Investiga- tions, Region 6 Field Office, Department of Social and Health Services, 500 West Eighth, Vancouver, Washington, provided the following information:
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6 Field Office, Department of Social and Health Services, 500 West Eighth, Vancouver, Washington, provided the following information:
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at
the time, to Dr. James Roman. Subsequently, Roman
call from In January or February of 1980, he received a telephone indicating that she had heard Dr. Roman went to Portland and shot someone. He, subsequently
determined that Roman had killed his new wife and committed suicide at his home in Washougal, Washington. He, went to the Roman home in Washougal, which is located in Skamania County, and secured the home, because he was asked to do so.
While securing the residence, he conducted a thorough search and found numerous items he felt might be of interest to the FBI. He found a toolbox in the barn, which was dirty and rusty. Underneath numerous tools, he found two timing devices that could be utilized with batteries. He further found, buried in the dirt floor of the barn, a container with a box that said, "Silencer" on it. The box was empty. He found a police scanner in Roman's wife's purse, which had frequencies for the Portland Police Bureau, the Clark County Sheriff's Office and the Skamania County Sheriff's
He found a police scanner in Roman's wife's purse, which had frequencies for the Portland Police Bureau, the Clark County Sheriff's Office and the Skamania County Sheriff's Office. He discovered two lock-picking kits in the residence, along with dynamite, blasting caps and plastic explosives.
Other items he discovered included a Xerox machine, a printing press with many different types of type and numerous documents that appeared to him to be "phony." He felt these documents were not authentic, inasmuch as there were numerous of them, indicating they were such things as college certificates.
He also found a large quantity of camera equipment, including a dark room.
investigation on 8/26/81 at Vancouver, Washington File # SE 164A-81 -SSIDA
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He discovered numerous documents from hospitals, alleging Dr. Roman erred in his surgical procedures. One of these documents indicated that Dr. Roman, after performing a kidney operation on a woman, accidentally cut off the woman's breast.
He further found 30 or more apple boxes, containing books, which indicated they had been taken from various libraries. These books had to do with stories on Hitler, medical books, spy stories and other topics.
He has learned that Dr. Roman was apparently the first doctor to become an astronaut and has found documents which indicate Roman was a jet pilot. In amongst the items indicating Roman was in the United States Air Force, were items marked, "Top Secret." These items, he recalls, also had the stamp of "Declassified" on them.
The majority of the items that he found in the home were provided to the lawyer for the estate for subsequent dis- persement to the appropriate relatives.
He is bringing this matter to the attention of the FBI, inasmuch as the whole situation appears to be extremely bizarre to him.
He is bringing this matter to the attention of the FBI, inasmuch as the whole situation appears to be extremely bizarre to him. While he is in no way certain this matter is involved with the D. B. Cooper matter, it is interesting to note that Dr. Roman was a jet pilot, was apparently knowledgeable of airplanes and resided in an area adjacent to the flight path of Cooper's plane.
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TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority SECRET AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
8/21/81
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MIAMI (164A-552) (P)
SUBJECT
NOR JAK;
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Re Seattle airtel to Miami, 7/10/81.
The suspect :
The following investigation was conducted at Ft. Lauderdale, Florida:
A letter received from an individual referred to as of Cecil, New Jersey reference a subject of D.
Lauderdale, Florida:
A letter received from an individual referred to as of Cecil, New Jersey reference a subject of D.B. Cooper $200, 000 hijack dated April 23, 1981. The content of the letter as received by the Seattle Office indicated that of
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida resembles the photo- graph of D. B. Cooper. The letter further states that was presently employed for in New York City. He stated was probably knowledgeable. The telephone company representatives advised that in the town of Cecil, New Jersey there was no listing for a However, within the Cecil Township there was a Williamstown, New Jersey within Cecil Township having tele- phone number The telephone call said that in the surrounding area of Cecil Township there were 59 individuals with the name of in that area. There was no listing for a
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Bureau of Greater Miami showed having a former ad- dress of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and a current Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He has address of been in file since October of 1977. This man is described as follows:
Race White
Date of Birth Social Security Number
It is noticed that the photograph enclosed with the letter from contained an inscription Caravel to Tru-Color Studio, 3650 N.W. 6th Place, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
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LEAD
MIAMI
FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA
Conduct a background investigation on
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In the absence of any further information concerning back- ground that could be available, the FBI Miami Office at Ft. Lauderdale, Florida will unless advised to the contrary by the Seattle Office in- terview for purpose of elimination.
DB Cooper-18894
-2-AIRTEL
8/21/81
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MIAMI (164A-552) (P)
SUBJECT:
NOR JAK;
CAA-HIJACK
(A)
(00: SEATTLE)
Re
DB Cooper-18894
-2-AIRTEL
8/21/81
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MIAMI (164A-552) (P)
SUBJECT:
NOR JAK;
CAA-HIJACK
(A)
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Seattle airtel to Miami, 7/10/81.
The suspect:
The following investigation was conducted at Ft. Lauderdale, Florida:
A letter received from an individual referred to as of Cecil, New Jersey reference a subject of D.B. Cooper $200, 000 hijack dated April 23, 1981. The content of the letter as received by the Seattle Office indicated that of
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida resembles the photo- graph of D. B. Cooper. The letter further states that was presently employed for in New York City. He stated was probably knowledgeable. The telephone company representatives advised that in the town of Cecil, New Jersey there was no listing for a However, within the Cecil Township there was a Williamstown, New Jersey within Cecil Township having tele- phone number The telephone call said that in the surrounding area of Cecil Township there were 59 individuals with the name of in that area. There was no listing for a
The New York Telephone Company representative advised that there was no listing in New
There was no listing for a
The New York Telephone Company representative advised that there was no listing in New York, Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens
2-Seattle 1-Miami EJF : ma (3)
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9/3/81
TO:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (C-1)
FROM:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJACK
00: Seattle
Re Los Angeles airtel to Sacramento dated 4/28/31.
and
On 5/26/81, Lone Pine, California, telephone number reiterated the information he had earlier provided U.S. Deputy Marshal sation he had with several months before. statod
Los Angeles, during a conver- he believes that could be identical to D.B. Cooper due to a newspaper article he observed which detailed captioned incident. stated that, to his knowledge,
has not been observed since approximately 1969, and he feels reasonably cortain that is responsible for the hijacking based upon the newspaper article.
Although he does not know whereabouts, he
noted that was formerly employed by Ford Motor Corporation Rialto-San Bernardino, California area,
lic also
Although he does not know whereabouts, he
noted that was formerly employed by Ford Motor Corporation Rialto-San Bernardino, California area,
lic also advised that has been in the Inyo County Jail, Independence, California and the Veterans Administration Office, Indepdance, has a reference to him.
requested
not be contacted
regarding this tire. On 9/27/C1, records at the Bishop, California Police Department and Inyo County Sheriff's Office, Independence, failed to disclose any information identifiable with 
2. - Los Angeles (2)- - Seattle (164-81) 1 - Sacraronto JCW/knl (5)
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Marine Corps veteran and is assigned Veterans Administration (VA) numbor He is receiving dis- ability payments through the VA, apparently on a regular basis although his current whereabouts were not available.
LEADS
LOS ANGELES
AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Will attempt to determine current information regarding through the Veterans Administration Office, UAC by Seattle. b6 b7C
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON: Baced upon the status of current investigation, will consider feasibility of further investigation to develop as suspect in captioned matter, including arrest checks in San Bernardino, California and the FBI Identification Division.
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- 2* -XX AIRTEL
9/3/81
To:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (C-1)
FROM: SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
HORJACK
00: Seattle
Ro Los Angeles airtel to Sacramento dated 4/28/31.
and
On 5/26/81, Lone Pine, California, telephone number reiterated the information he had earlier provided U.S. Deputy Marshal sation he had with Los Angeles, during a conver- he believes that could be identical to D.B.
several months before. stated Cooper due to a newspaper article he observed which detailed captioned incident.
several months before. stated Cooper due to a newspaper article he observed which detailed captioned incident. stated that, to his knowledge, has not been observed since approximately 1969, and he feels reasonably certain that is responsible.for the hijacking based upon the newspaper article.
Although he does not know whereabouts, he noted that was formerly employed by Ford Motor Corporation Rialto-San Bernardino, California area.
le also advised that has been in the Inyo County Jail, Independence, California and the Veterans Administration Office, Indepdance, has a reference to him.
requested not be contacted
regarding this time. On 8/27/81, records at the Bishop, California Police Department and Inyo County Sheriff's Office, Independence, failed to disclose any information identifiable with
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: C' Teletypo Priority TOP SECRET Facsimile AIRTEL Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
9/3/81
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI
FROM: JAupur
FROM :
SAC, LOUISVILLE (164A-NEW) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Telcall of SA Louisville Division, and SA Seattle Division, 9/3/81.
A source of known reliability advised that he the Federal Correctional Institute,
(phonetic).
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The source stated that believes that he is a pilot and Source stated that occasion that he
individual that parachuted out of the airplace in the desert with a great deal of money. Source stated that this individual who parachuted
after hijacking an airplane used to be involved in flying drugs from Mexico to the United States.
Source stated that this individual who parachuted
after hijacking an airplane used to be involved in flying drugs from Mexico to the United States. Source stated that
Source stated that he believes that is now located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is either still in prison or out on parole.
On 9/2/81 in order to determine the voracity of background information supplied by the source, contact was made with one. in Minneapolis, Minnesota, FTS Number advised that is
under active supervision after being released on a charge of further advised that his report was quite lengthy but did say that he knew that has been involved with 8580 airplanes but could not say positively 11 /Ge loggt.
2 - Director 2 - Minneapolis 2) - Seattle
2 - Louisville
Approved: (8) DLR:1r Transmitted
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was a licensed pilot. stated that was formerly associated with an individual known as who completely dropped out of sight and has not been seen for a number of years.
stated that was formerly associated with an individual known as who completely dropped out of sight and has not been seen for a number of years.
but stated that was charged along with has never been located to date. No further questions were asked of was asked not to mention anything to re FBI inquiries.
It should be noted for office of origin and Minneapolis that the source in this matter has proven his reliability on a number of occasions, most notably in the recovery of within the b6 b7C b7D
past six months. Two persons were arrested and convicted and are now serving time after the Source clarified by saying that obviously he
could not say if was telling him the truth but
did say that
LEADS
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA
1. Will contact
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FTS Number and obtain complete background data re
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Will, after receipt of information from Minneapolis determine if should be interviewed. Seattle should note that there would be a possibility that source might be able to again contact
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: 
Teletype
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate TOP SECRET "; Facsimile Priority
3 
AIRTEL Roctine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS
Date
9/3/81

TO:	DIRECTOR, FBI
FROM :	SAC, LOUISVILLE (164A-NEW) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

Re Telcall of SA Louisville Division, and SA Seattle Division, 9/3/81.
A source of known reliability advised that he the Federal Correctional Institute,
(phonetic).
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The source stated that believes that he is a pilot and Source stated that occasion that he
individual that parachuted out of the airplace in the desert with a great deal of money. Source stated that
this individual who parachuted after hijacking an airplane used to be involved in flying drugs from Mexico
Source stated that
this individual who parachuted after hijacking an airplane used to be involved in flying drugs from Mexico to the United States. Source stated that
Source stated that he believes that is now located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and is either still in prison or out on parole.
On 9/2/81 in order to determine the veracity of background information supplied by the source, contact was made with one, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, FTS Number advised that is
under active supervision after being released on a charge of further advised that his report was quite lengthy but did say that he knew that has been involved with airplanes but could not say positively if, in fact,
2 5 2
Director 2 - Minneapolis
Seattle 2 - Louisville
Approved: (8) DLR:1r
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(Number) (Time)
1. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING, OST.VN: 1+80-305-750/5402
B
DB Cooper-18903
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Memorandum
0
To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
Date
9/16/81
From :
SA
Subject :
NORJAK (A)
00: · SEATTLE
Re Seattle memo of SA
dated 7/18/81.
VN: 1+80-305-750/5402
B
DB Cooper-18903
1644-81-8580
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Memorandum
0
To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
Date
9/16/81
From :
SA
Subject :
NORJAK (A)
00: · SEATTLE
Re Seattle memo of SA
dated 7/18/81.
On August 4, 1981, Sheriff Bill Closner, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson, Washington, advised he would be available on August 18, 1981, to contact with SA
Skamania
On August 18, 1981, County, Washington, telephone provided the following information:
He knows currently, is at the Moss Creek Park campground with his wife. lives, however, in Portland, Oregon. lives in got back with his wife approximately
five or six months ago.
He has known for approximately 15 years. over the years and has been involved with a company called Cascade West or Cascade Develop- ment. is what he would characterize as a
was in paratrooper training somewhere in North Carolina sometime ago. does not smoke any cigarettes whatsoever. for his age, is in fairly good shape and has made no mention whatsoever of any ear or back injury.
has never made any mention of enjoying parachute training or taking parachute training.
for his age, is in fairly good shape and has made no mention whatsoever of any ear or back injury.
has never made any mention of enjoying parachute training or taking parachute training. In his, trips
to home, he has never seen any parachute paraphenalia in the area. 2 - Seattle (164A-81) JTG/jh (2)
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has had money on and off over the years. On One occasion, he borrowed a quantity of money from an insurance company in Denver and, perhaps, banks in Monmouth, Oregon, and Seattle, Washington. supposedly, has purchased Oregon.
Further has traveled a great deal and has gone to the Bahamas, as well as to England.
On September 4. 1981.
Vancouver, Washington,
advised there were no sky diving lesson and none had been given
Based on the fact that does not smoke cigarettes and other information obtained from this investigation which in no way appears to implicate as a suspect in this matter, it
is recommended that not be considered a suspect and the investigation be terminated
smoke cigarettes and other information obtained from this investigation which in no way appears to implicate as a suspect in this matter, it
is recommended that not be considered a suspect and the investigation be terminated concerning him.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-18906 Memorandum
To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81) (P)
Date 9/16/81
From :
SA
Subject :
NORJAK (A)
00: · SEATTLE
Re Seattle memo of SA
dated 7/18/81.
On August 4, 1981, Sheriff Bill Closner, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson, Washington, advised he would be available on August 18, 1981, to contact with SA
On August 18, 1981, Skamania County, Washington, telephone provided the following information:
He knows currently, is at the Moss Creek Park campground with his wife. lives, however, in Portland, Oregon. lives in got back with his wife, approximately five or six months ago.
He has known for approximately 15 years. over the years and has been involved with a company called Cascade West or Cascade Develop- ment. is what he would characterize as a
was in paratrooper training somewhere in North Carolina sometime ago.
is what he would characterize as a
was in paratrooper training somewhere in North Carolina sometime ago. does not smoke any cigarettes whatsoever. for his age, is in fairly good shape and has made no mention whatsoever of any ear or back injury.
has never made any mention of enjoying parachute training or taking parachute training. In his trips
to home, he has never seen any parachute paraphenalia in the area. 2- Seattle (164A-81) JTG/jh (2)
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TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile 
AIRTEL
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine
FBI SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
9/17/81
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-4970) (C-1) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJACK
00: Seattle
Reference Sacramento airtel to Los Angeles
dated 9/3/81.
unselected: UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
9/17/81
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-4970) (C-1) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJACK
00: Seattle
Reference Sacramento airtel to Los Angeles
dated 9/3/81.
Records, Veteran's Administration Reginal
Center, 11000 Wishire Boulevard, Los Angeles, as
reviewed on 9/16/81, disclosed that
date of birth
has a 20 percent Veteran's
Administration (VA) disability.
receives his
monthly disability check at
Port Lavaca,
Texas. No additional investigation remains at Los Angeles therefore this matter is considered RUC.
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Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile AIRTEL
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
9/17/81
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-4970) (C-1) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJACK
00:
Seattle
Reference Sacramento airtel to Los Angeles
dated 9/3/81.
UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
9/17/81
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-4970) (C-1) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJACK
00:
Seattle
Reference Sacramento airtel to Los Angeles
dated 9/3/81.
Records, Veteran's Administration Reginal
Center, 11000 Wishire Boulevard, Los Angeles, as
reviewed on 9/16/81, disclosed that
date of birth
has a 20 percent Veteran's
Administration (VA) disability.
receives his
monthly disability check at
Port Lavaca,
Texas.
No additional investigation remains at Los
Angeles therefore this matter is considered RUC.
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(Time)
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FM BUTTE ( 164A-26) (RUC) TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) (ROUTINE) SEATTLE (164A-81) (ROUTINE)
BT UNCLAS
NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
RE BUTTE TELCALL OF SA WITH SUPERVISOR b6 b7C
SEATTLE DIVISION, SEPTEMBER 23, 1981.
FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BUREAU AND FOR CONFIRMATION TO SEATTLE OF REFERENCED TELCALL, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS SET FORTH:
ON SEPTEMBER 23, 1981,
CANADA, TELEPHONE
ADVISED THAT
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WHO HAD INFORMATION REGARDING THE D.
AND FOR CONFIRMATION TO SEATTLE OF REFERENCED TELCALL, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS SET FORTH:
ON SEPTEMBER 23, 1981,
CANADA, TELEPHONE
ADVISED THAT
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WHO HAD INFORMATION REGARDING THE D. B. COOPER CASE IN WHICH AN INDIVIDUAL HIJACKED AN AIRLINER IN THE UNITED
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STATES AND THEN PARACHUTED FROM THE AIRCRAFT.
TURNED THE TELEPHONE CONVERSATION OVER TO
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OFFICE TELEPHONE NUMBER IS
AND HIS HOME TELE-
PHONE NUMBER IS
IN THE CITY.OF
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THE COMMUNITY OF CAROLINE IN ALBERTA, CANADA.
AND STATED THAT
UNTIL RECENTLY, HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT TO CONVERSE WITH. HE STATED THAT RECENTLY, HOWEVER, . HE HAS CAUGHT IN THE ACT OF AND SINCE IS DEPENDENT UPON THE CONTINUATION OF HIS FOR HIS LIVELIHOOD,
HE HAS BECOME SOMEWHAT COOPERATIVE' AND CONVERSANT WITH
TOLD THAT D. B. COOPER, WHO b6 b7C
PARACHUTED FROM THE HIJACKED AIRPLANE IN THE UNITED STATES, FORMERLY WAS
IN THE CAROLINE, ALBERTA, CANADA, AREA. HE STATED THAT WHEN HE STARTED THIS HE, HIMSELF, PUT UP 60 PERCENT OF THE FINANCING AND THAT PUT UP THE OTHER 40 PERCENT.
HE STATED THAT WHEN HE STARTED THIS HE, HIMSELF, PUT UP 60 PERCENT OF THE FINANCING AND THAT PUT UP THE OTHER 40 PERCENT.
DB Cooper-18912BT {64A-26, PAGE THREE, UNCLAS HE STATED THAT THAT WAS PRIOR TO THE HIJACKING. HE STATED, HOWEVER, THAT SOME OF
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BUT THAT RAN. HAS TOLD THAT
HE BELIEVED
PROBABLY WOULD CONTINUE TO BE INVOLVED-IN
TYPE EMPLOYMENT.
HE STATED THAT WAS VERY MUCH. FAMILIAR WITH THE b6
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WAS OF THE OPINION THAT
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CARRIED A GUN AND HE WOULD ASSUME THAT HE WOULD BE DANGEROUS.
STATED THAT HE IS AWARE THAT SOMEONE HAS MADE
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A DEPOSIT
STATED THAT HE IS AWARE THAT SOMEONE HAS MADE
DB Cooper-18913 81 164A-26, PAGE FOUR, UNCLAS
A DEPOSIT FOR PURCHASE OF THE PROPERTY OF THAT- THERE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE AN IMMEDIATE SALE AND HE BELIEVED THAT EVEN IF THE PROPERTY SHOULD BECOME SOLD, WOULD PROBABLY CONTINUE TO RESIDE IN THE SAME GENERAL. AREA.
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FOR. THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING GREATER
RAPPORT WITH HIM. ADVISED HE WOULD NOT SPECIFICALLY ENGAGE IN CONVERSATION REGARDING
ADVISED THAT ALBERTA,
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CANADA, IS APPROXIMATELY OF GREAT FALLS, MONTANA,
AND IT IS A OF CALGARY, ALBERTA,
CANADA. IT IS OF RED DEER. HE ADVISED THAT
THERE IS NO COMMERCIAL AIRPORT AT HOWEVER , HE STATED THAT THERE IS A GOOD PAVED RUNWAY WHICH WOULD ACCOMMO- DATE' EVEN A FAIR-SIZED TWIN-ENGINE AIRCRAFT IN THE EVENT THAT INVESTIGATORS MAY WISH TO FLY INTO THE AREA FOR THE PURPOSE OF INTERVIEWING
THE BUREAU IS REQUESTED TO FURNISHED THE ABOVE INFORMATION TO LEGAT, OTTAWA, FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AT THIS TIME ONLY AND THAT LEADS IN THIS MATTER ARE BEING LEFT TO THE
MAY WISH TO FLY INTO THE AREA FOR THE PURPOSE OF INTERVIEWING
THE BUREAU IS REQUESTED TO FURNISHED THE ABOVE INFORMATION TO LEGAT, OTTAWA, FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES AT THIS TIME ONLY AND THAT LEADS IN THIS MATTER ARE BEING LEFT TO THE DISCRETION
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UACB, OR UNLESS ADVISED BY SEATTLE, NO FURTHER INVESTIGATION IN THIS MATTER IS BEING CONDUCTED BY BUTTE. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
BT
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FM BUTTE ( 164A-26) (RUC) TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) (ROUTINE) SEATTLE (164A-81) (ROUTINE)
BT
UNCLAS
NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
RE BUTTE TELCALL OF SA WITH SUPERVISOR b6 b7C
SEATTLE DIVISION, SEPTEMBER 23, 1981.
FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BUREAU AND FOR CONFIRMATION TO SEATTLE OF REFERENCED TELCALL, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS SET FORTH:
ON SEPTEMBER 23, 1981,
ALBERTA,
CANADA, TELEPHONE
ADVISED THAT
WHO HAD INFORMATION REGARDING THE D. B. COOPER CASE IN WHICH AN INDIVIDUAL HIJACKED AN AIRLINER IN THE UNITED
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1 $ DB Couper-18916Memorandum.
To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (1644-81) (P)
Date
9/19/81.
From
:
SA
Subject :
NORJAK(A)
00: Seattle
RE: Suspect Dr.
To
:
SAC, SEATTLE (1644-81) (P)
Date
9/19/81.
From
:
SA
Subject :
NORJAK(A)
00: Seattle
RE: Suspect Dr. JAMES A. ROMAN (deceased)
Re Seattle memo of SA
8/18/81.
Information received in referenced memo indicates Dr. James A. Roman, White, Male, DOB 10/9/27, formerly residing at Milepost 0.56R Strunk Road, Washougal, Washington, was a possible suspect in captioned matter.
LEAD
SEATTLE AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
Will attempt to obtain driver's License information and photograph of Dr. James A. Roman utilizing the above descrip- tive information. Will note that Dr. Roman died 2/3/80 and thus may not have a current license on file.
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To
: SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)(P)
Date
9/19/81
From : SA
Subject : NOR.JAK(A)
00: Seattle
RE: Suspect Dr. JAMES A. ROMAN (deceased)
Re Seattle memo of SA
8/18/81.
Information received in referenced memo indicates Dr.
ROMAN (deceased)
Re Seattle memo of SA
8/18/81.
Information received in referenced memo indicates Dr. James A. Roman, White, Male, DOB 10/9/27, formerly residing at Milepost 0.56R Strunk Road, Washougal, Washington, was a possible suspect in captioned matter.
LEAD
SEATTLE AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
Will attempt to obtain driver's license information and photograph of Dr. James A. Roman utilizing the above descrip- tive information. Will note that Dr. Roman died 2/3/80 and thus may not have a current license on file.
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DB Cooper-18922Memorandum
To
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)(P)
Date
9/19/81
From : SA
Subject :
NOR JAK(A)
00:
Seattle
RE: Suspect Dr. JAMES A. ROMAN (deceased)
Re Seattle memo of SA
8/18/81.
Information received in referenced memo indicates Dr. James A. Roman, White, Male, DOB 10/9/27, formerly residing at Milepost 0.56R Strunk Road, Washougal, Washington, was a possible suspect in captioned matter.
Roman, White, Male, DOB 10/9/27, formerly residing at Milepost 0.56R Strunk Road, Washougal, Washington, was a possible suspect in captioned matter.
LEAD
SEATTLE AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
Will attempt to obtain driver's license information and photograph of Dr. James A. Roman utilizing the above descrip- tive information. Will note that Dr. Roman died 2/3/80 and thus may not have a current license on file.
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TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI
antefaca 
FROM
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE)
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Reference Louisville Airtel to the Bureau,
9/3/81.
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For the information of the Bureau and receiving offices. just about everything stated about and is true, however at some time in the past was considered a suspect in NORJAK and eliminated.
is presently a
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stated about and is true, however at some time in the past was considered a suspect in NORJAK and eliminated.
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March 16, 1977 before U. S. Judge MILES W. LORD. Minneapolis, Minnesota to charges including
sentencing and On May 26. 1977 failed to appear for his federal violations. were added to has been a fugitive ever since the above date.
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An extensive fugitive investigation by the FBI Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), U. S. Marshals, U.S. Treasury Agents . Minnesota local law enforcement agencies, and Mexican law
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SSAN
FBI #
Last known
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Race
DOB
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Height
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Hair
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SSAN
FBI #
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Minnesota, who was interviewed on 9/17/81. advised he is
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170 pounds
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Plymouth, Minnesota
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In view of the fact that it is believed has previously been eliminated as a suspect in NORJAK, no further investigation is being conducted unless requested by Seattle.
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Form approved.
Budget Bureau No. 22-R049.3
Date
Dear Sir:
who claims to have resided at
from to and whose fingerprints and personal description are recorded hereon is an applicant for enlistment in the United States It is requested that the following information be furnished from your files. A return envelope is inclosed for your convenience.
Very truly yours,
1 1rxclosure Return Envelope
(Recruiting Officer)
POLICE RECORD CHECK
CITY AND STATE
DATE
HAS
Very truly yours,
1 1rxclosure Return Envelope
(Recruiting Officer)
POLICE RECORD CHECK
CITY AND STATE
DATE
HAS APPLICANT A POLICE OR JUVENILE RECORD? rather than minor traffic vip'ntion) YES NO IF 'YES," WHAT WAS THE OFFENS
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THIS MATERIAL CONCERNS THE INDIVIDUAL IN WHOM YOU ARD INTERESTED

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The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.
On June 26, 1981.
(protect) ,
the
San Francisco, California, telephone number was contacted, in his office, regarding a listed former , employee by the name of
It is noted that a has been reported as a missing person by his parents and has not been seen or heard from, by his parents nor his wife, since his honorable discharge from the U.S. Military Service in Their attempts to locate him to determine whether he is dead or alive have been unsuccessful to date. Numerous private in- vestigators have been retained with no results, and their cor- respondence with various governmental agencies most recently determined that a with the same spelling was listed as having been employed by the San Francisco, California, during the year of 1979.
A letter from father to Senator Allan Cranston of San Francisco expressed a plea for assist- ance in locating their
A letter from father to Senator Allan Cranston of San Francisco expressed a plea for assist- ance in locating their long missing son. They explained in their letter that they feared that someone may have taken their son's name and identity and that possibly their son had met with foul play after his discharge from the Military.
was apprised of this situation and was shown a photograph of the real for comparison with the photograph contained in their file listed under the name confirmed that these photographs were made of one and the same persons and that they were identical individuals.
reviewed file out
loud and furnished the following information :
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He stated that on became a client of the in San Francisco on When he applied at the center he also became a resident at their mens dormitory.
On his application he listed his occupation as a
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while at the center, appeared to be a very private person and
On his application he listed his occupation as a
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while at the center, appeared to be a very private person and didn't want to discuss his private affairs either during his stay nor did he speak of his private life prior to coming to the center.
was a very good worker and while a client he never caused the center's employees any problems and
On
became an employee of the center working at various jobs using his skills and trades listed above. During this time on a couple of occasions, had broken the rules and showed up at the cen- ter
On was listed as
He was scheduled to work on that day at a farm project, however, he never showed up for the job. Also he was listed to return to the center on again he never showed and has never been seen by the center employees as of that date.
The employees file indicates that in case of emer- gency, listed a person to contact as residing at North St. Petersburg, Florida.
When first reported as a client, he listed his Social Security Number as and when he started as an employee it was listed as
stated that during made a statement that his formative life with his
When first reported as a client, he listed his Social Security Number as and when he started as an employee it was listed as
stated that during made a statement that his formative life with his family was intolerable and that since his childhood he had always wanted to runaway from his family environment.
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while at the center and his explained that
while he worked on the farm, and he recalls had very bad dental problems. His behavior was very good while in the status of a client, but when he became an em- Dlovee it seemed that he could while drawing wages. 
of the SA requested to review their file photographs so that it could be compared with a photograph furnished by the parents of Upon viewing their photographs, it was determined that these two individuals were one and the same and identical with the exception of the ten year lapse in age.
also advised that when at the center he made the statement that prior to coming to California and staying at the in San Francisco he had stayed at the in Miami, Florida.
also advised that when at the center he made the statement that prior to coming to California and staying at the in San Francisco he had stayed at the in Miami, Florida.
first 
advised that since depar- ture from the his whereabouts is presently unknown by this organization.
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DB Cooper-18941

. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICELiving with a Legend by SA Billy Bob Williams
Webster's New World Dictionary includes, among its thousands of word definitions, many words which are of opposite meaning. The dictionary defines immortality as "lasting fame." It defines anonymity as "the quality or state of being anonymous (as through absence or lack of identity)." Through- out history, numerous criminal person- alities have been described by one or the other of these words, but few, such as "Jack the Ripper," qualified for both titles.
One such individual stepped through the door of a Boeing 727 on a stormy Thanksgiving eve in 1971.
One such individual stepped through the door of a Boeing 727 on a stormy Thanksgiving eve in 1971. At the time the plane was 10,000 feet over southern Washington state, and the middle-aged man took with him $200,000 in cash. Possibly the first successful parachute hijacking of an American airliner had occurred, and the name D. B. Cooper would become a household word in the Pacific Northwest and known through- out the world.
The hijack took place shortly after Northwest Airlines Flight 305 departed the Portland, Oregon, International Airport en route to the Seattle-Tacoma Airport. A man, later found listed on the manifest as Dan Cooper, threatened a stewardess with what he claimed was a bomb. The plane landed at "Sea- Tac" where his demand for $200,000 and four parachutes was complied with. The passengers and several mem- bers of the crew were allowed to leave the plane, and at 7:46 p.m. the plane left "Sea-Tac" and flew toward Reno, Nevada. A short time later the hijacker, left alone in the cabin, is believed to have jumped, without boots, helmet, or protective clothing, into some
A short time later the hijacker, left alone in the cabin, is believed to have jumped, without boots, helmet, or protective clothing, into some of the roughest terrain on the North American Continent. On the night of his jump,
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PROBABLE BAILOUT POINT, 11/24/71
RANSOM BILLS FOUND, 2/10/80
VANCOUVERO PORTLAND.
OREGON
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4the weather could only be described as vicious. Despite many hours of ground search and additional hundreds of hours of investigation, the man has neither been found nor identified.
Dan Cooper, whose origin was never established, became D. B. Cooper when members of the news media overheard law enforcement officers discussing a possible suspect with that name. The name was published and has become a part of the legend.
The area into which Cooper fell is approximately 25 miles north of Portland, Oregon. Part of the estimated 150 square miles of drop zone is now included in the red zone, or dangerous area, surrounding the country's newest volcano, Mt.
Part of the estimated 150 square miles of drop zone is now included in the red zone, or dangerous area, surrounding the country's newest volcano, Mt. St. Helens. The entire crime took place within the jurisdiction of the Seattle FBI Office, but because of its proximity to Portland, the media and the public frequently associate the Portland Office with the investigation. A closely coordinated investigative effort has been maintained between the two offices throughout the years with an occasional sprinkling of rivalry thrown in when it appeared a significant lead might be developing.
There has been only one real lead; that surfaced in 1980 when an eight-year-old boy found almost $6,000 of the ransom money on the banks of the Columbia River near Vancouver, Washington. The only result of the find was a rein- forcement of the belief that Cooper probably died the night of the jump.
The legend now makes Cooper a folk hero in the mountains of southern Washington, but in considering the matter, one should remember that Cooper's apparent success laid the foundation for the several hundred hijackings which have occurred in the past nine years.
Washington, but in considering the matter, one should remember that Cooper's apparent success laid the foundation for the several hundred hijackings which have occurred in the past nine years.
Although Cooper has never been identi- fied, he is never far from the minds of all modern air travelers. In most of the airports in the world, boarding passen- gers must pass through some type of security system. Usually this is little more than an inconvenience, but for anyone who has been aboard a hijacked flight, or participated in efforts to free those aboard such a flight, the exper- ience has included varying degrees of frustration and terror.
The FBI and other law enforcement agencies around the world have lived with Cooper's legend on a daily basis since 1971. New techniques to enter planes and make rescues have been developed, profiles of potential hi- jackers formulated, communication networks strengthened, and hostage negotiators trained in an effort to insure the safety of the air traveler. Every operation has its share of problems, but when the call goes out in an FBI office that a hijacking is in progress, you will soon see the very best effort each and every employee
Every operation has its share of problems, but when the call goes out in an FBI office that a hijacking is in progress, you will soon see the very best effort each and every employee can put forth. The satis- faction derived from participating in a successful recovery of hostages and apprehension of their tormentor is one that is seldom equaled.
For the personnel of the Seattle and Portland Offices, the legend lives on in the form of one of the longest, continuous criminal investigations in the history of the FBI.
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.
On June 26, 1981,
(protect)
the
San Francisco, California, telephone number
, was contacted, in his office, regarding a listed former employee by the name of
It is noted that a has been reported as a missing person by his parents and has not been seen or heard from, by his parents nor his wife, since his honorable discharge from the U.S. Military Service in Their
attempts to locate him to determine whether he is dead or alive have been unsuccessful to date.
Military Service in Their
attempts to locate him to determine whether he is dead or alive have been unsuccessful to date. Numerous private in- vestigators have been retained with no results, and their cor- respondence with various governmental agencies most recently determined that a with the same spelling was listed as having been employed by the San Francisco, California, during the year of 1979.
A letter from father to Senator Allan Cranston of San Francisco expressed a plea for assist- ance in locating their long missing son. They explained in their letter that they feared that someone may have taken their son's name and identity and that possibly their son had met with foul play after his discharge from the Military.
was apprised of this situation and was shown a photograph of the real for comparison with the photograph contained in their file listed under the name confirmed that these photographs were made of one and the same persons and that they were identical individuals.
reviewed file out loud and furnished the following information:
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DB Cooper-18944Memorandum ·
To
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
non Per
Date
9/25/81
From : SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (RUC) (SQ. 10)
Subject : NORJAK
00: Seattle
Enclosed for Seattle Division are: two photographs
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Venice, Austria) ; two Xerox copies of U.S. Army fingerprint card dated two investigative inserts reflecting investigation into the missing person status of one Xerox copy of D.B. Cooper's composite drawing contained in San Francisco file dated 1973; and one Xerox copy of an article with composite drawing of Cooper, taken from June 1981 issue of "The Investigator".
For the information of Seattle, this communication and enclosures are being submitted reflecting
as a possible suspect, whose photograph strongly resembles that of the composite drawings of Unsub, aka D.B. Cooper, perpetrator of captioned hijacking on 11/24/71.
The circumstances surrounding disappearance following his honorable discharge from the U.
Cooper, perpetrator of captioned hijacking on 11/24/71.
The circumstances surrounding disappearance following his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army on from Fort Lewis, Washington, and his apparent disassociation from his parents, friends, and former associates; the fact that he has not been heard from since his discharge, the fact that his apparent voluntary "social dropout" status occurred shortly prior to the captioned hijacking, promoted the San Francisco Case Agent to submit this communication offering him as a possible suspect inasmuch as D.B. Cooper's true identity has not yet been established.
The following background information reflects the San Francisco Division's predication to conduct preliminary inquiries into the missing person status of carried under San Francisco file number is being furnished for Seattle's information:
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In March, 1981, U.S. Senator Allen Cranston received a letter dated from Pacoima, California, who, in essence, were pleading for assistance in locating their only son, who last corresponded with them from Viet Nam in while he was serving in the U.S. Army Engineer Corps.
through inquiries of in Fort Lewis, Washington, in 1972, determined was discharged from the Fort Lewis Army Camp on with a considerable amount of money and that he had never reached his forwarding address provided by him upon his departure.
Since discharge, his parents, friends, and former associates have never received any correspondence nor have they, through exhaustive investigations by private detective agencies and assistance from other government agencies, been able to determine his whereabouts for the last ten years.
Senator Cranston furnished a copy of the letter to the San Francisco Office requesting assistance, conveying the subject's parents' speculation that their son may have met with foul play following his discharge from
Senator Cranston furnished a copy of the letter to the San Francisco Office requesting assistance, conveying the subject's parents' speculation that their son may have met with foul play following his discharge from the Army and that someone, other than their son, was using his Social Security card obtaining employment in the U.S. since 1971. Senator Cranston requested the San Francisco Division to attempt to determine if was dead or alive.
In May, 1981, San Francisco received a copy of U.S. Army fingerprint card and his FBI criminal history record of identification. A copy of these documents have been enclosed should the Seattle Office desire the Identification Division, Fingerprint Section, to conduct a comparison against any latent fingerprints of unknown subject, aka D.B. Cooper.
San Francisco initiated a preliminary investigation resulting in the determination that a Social Security Account number was known to have been employed with San Francisco, California,
the during the year of 1979.
that a
Contact with officials of this organization determined found to be identical, did in fact reside
at the and
during the period of 2/23/78 until 8/17/79.
that a
Contact with officials of this organization determined found to be identical, did in fact reside
at the and
during the period of 2/23/78 until 8/17/79.
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photograph enclosed, as furnished by his parents, compared with that of the photographs located in the employee's file of the above named organization were one and the same persons with the exception of the ten years lapsed difference in age.
provided background infor-
mation on (as indicated in enclosed insert), stating
that came to their and stayed in the dormitory. He
On 8/17/79, was to report to a farm project, but failed to show up and has not been seen since that date. No forwarding address was given by him and his whereabouts is unknown.
San Francisco responded to the Senator and parents explaining that he was still alive in August, 1979, however, further pursuit of this investigation was discontinued due to his adulthood, his rights under the Privacy Act, and that no federal jurisdiction existed.
San Francisco responded to the Senator and parents explaining that he was still alive in August, 1979, however, further pursuit of this investigation was discontinued due to his adulthood, his rights under the Privacy Act, and that no federal jurisdiction existed. His whereabouts at this point is unknown by the San Francisco Division.
San Francisco's reasons for submitting as a possible suspect is a correlation of unknown circumstances surrounding his disappearance with that of the psychological profile contained in Seattle's investigative report, dated 5/30/73. Listed below are some of the enumerated reasons for submitting this communication to the Seattle Division:
background and
1. photograph, taken in Venice, Austria, bears a strong resemblance to composite drawings of D.B. Cooper; i.e., facial features, hair and parting of the hair, etc., with the exception of the difference of his nose shape.
2. mysterious disappearance from the area of
Fort Lewis, Washington, on just prior to the hijacking of the airplane on 11/24/71.
3. military service may have afforded him some familiarization with airplanes and parachute jumping even though he was assigned to the U.
military service may have afforded him some familiarization with airplanes and parachute jumping even though he was assigned to the U.S. Corps of Engineers.
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4. Unsub - D.B. Cooper made statements to the airline stewardesses explaining why he hijacked the plane, i.e., "It's not because I have a grudge against the airlines, it's because I have a grudge." apparently disassociated himself from his parents due to intolerable home environment explaining to that he always wanted to run away since childhood (see investigative insert) .
5. suit, narrow tie, and small collar points, (in photo) shows to be a conservative as described in Seattle's investigative report as that worn by Unsub, D.B. Cooper.
6. background in military as a and apparent trade skills may be compared with ingenuity of Unsub, D.B. Cooper's use of a knife to prepare a knapsack con- taining the extorted money, tying it to the parachute lines prior to jumping from the plane.
Cooper's use of a knife to prepare a knapsack con- taining the extorted money, tying it to the parachute lines prior to jumping from the plane.
7. may have been familiar with military bases as compared to Cooper's statements to airline stewardesses as they passed over those areas.
It is noted the difference in estimated age of Unsub, D.B. Cooper, by witnesses and what age would have been in 1971 is recognized by the San Francisco Division, however, in the enclosed photograph appears older than his age.
The background information and descriptive data of was obtained from enclosed fingerprint card, investigation, and information provided by parents in their referenced letter which is contained in San Francisco's file:
Sex :
Male
Race:
Caucasian
Date of birth:
Place of birth:
and/or
Height:
5'10"
Weight:
138 pounds (in 1964)
Eyes:
Blue
Hair:
Brown
Scars & Marks:
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Military Service Number:
Social Security Account Number:
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FBI Number: Fingerprint Classification (Henry System) :
Occupation prior to Military Service:
Military Service
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Military Service Number:
Social Security Account Number:
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FBI Number: Fingerprint Classification (Henry System) :
Occupation prior to Military Service:
Military Service Stations:
Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri; Fort Hood, Texas; Germany; Italy; and Viet Nam
Assignment in Viet Nam:
Engineer Corps., U.S. Army
Military release Camp: Fort Lewis, Washington
Immigrant status:
Received U.S. Citizenship,
(fingerprint believed on file)
Relatives:
Mother :
Father: Parents' residence:
Pacoima, California
Aunt:
Temple, Texas (effective 1972)
(Note: Investigative insert, named an aunt in Saint Petersburg, Florida) .
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San Francisco has refrained from setting forth leads to the Bureau deferring to Seattle's Case Agent's review of the likelihood of being considered as a possible suspect.
This matter is being considered RUC'd deferring to any positive response from the Seattle Division for any additional information.
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TO:	SAC, OKLAHOMA CITY
FROM:	SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (RUC)
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TO:	SAC, OKLAHOMA CITY
FROM:	SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (RUC)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK CAA - HIJACKING (A) 00: Seattle
Bufile: 164-2111

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