I would say when you find this man you will find at least one hundred eighty thousand dollars. I will tell you how to locate him within twenty four hours. I've known this man nearly twenty years. He has no criminal history.
Im sixty two years old and doing twenty five years for 2113A in 1967 I have served over fourty years behind bars since my father was killed in 1922.
I do not want any visible credit for this.
Im not postive this letter goes out unopened or I'd 'have gave more details.
I am Howard J. Hubbell #84333-132 Leavenworth, Kan.
164-81-3556
TRUE COPY
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5-19-72
Airtel
TO: SAC, Kansas City
FROM:
Acting Director, FBI (164-21-17
NORJAK
Enclosed for Kansas City and Seattle are two Xerox copies and two true copies of a self-explanatory letter directed to the Attorney General from Howard J. Hubbell, inmate number 84333-132, Leavenworth, Kansas.
Hubbell purports to know the identity of D. B. Cooper, the unknown subject of this case.
Kansas City promptly contact Hubbell and obtain from him information he has relative to captioned matter and the identity of the unknown subject involved.
Kansas City promptly contact Hubbell and obtain from him information he has relative to captioned matter and the identity of the unknown subject involved. Advise the Bureau and Seattle the results of this interview.
Enclosures (4) 2)- Seattle (164-81) (Enclosures - 4)
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5-19-72 3
Airtel
TO: SAC, Kansas City
FROM:
Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
NORJAK
Enclosed for Kansas City and Seattle are two Xerox copies and two true copies of a self-explanatory letter directed to the Attorney General from Howard J. Hubbell, inmate number 84333-132, Leavenworth, Kansas.
Hubbell purports to know the identity of D. B. Cooper, the unknown subject of this case.
Kansas City promptly contact Hubbell and obtain from him information he has relative to captioned matter and the identity of the unknown subject involved. Advise the Bureau and Seattle the results of this interview.
Enclosures (4) 2- Seattle (164-81) (Enclosures - 4)
164-81-3557 AUF
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RECEIVED
Mr. Richard S. Klindgangen 2 AH 72 DiSi attanay Severa OPERATIONS DIVISION U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE
Sisi wrote you May 8 the regarding she jacking of northwest 221 on the sin frank Forthand to seattle the eveof Thanksgiving last. Today a Kansas City F.B. I. agent called -bic ant (thanh) brain to have acted ) Agave the quest The mass name, and other details, after he identified his self. I feel I should give you the facts ter after the letter Durante you.
Ihave a crime paraser manud b6 b7C
Mikeneuen fue register anywhere gave the name D.B. Cooper. In 1997 he approached me with the idea of sky jacking a 927 and him jumping rt cited the 201011 was delivered to me. Sphere this sky jacking took place with The same name being used hans convinced my pardites was free and had done it after
checked b6 b7C
DB Cooper-878
with the Hladin and Ifoundlong panelver was still there I liked for any close friend he might have told the pin to.
Sphere this sky jacking took place with The same name being used hans convinced my pardites was free and had done it after
checked b6 b7C
DB Cooper-878
with the Hladin and Ifoundlong panelver was still there I liked for any close friend he might have told the pin to. The FBI composit having looked like my pardices und I was swamped. Last week Ibought a func Stag Magazine and begining on page 18 was all Ineeded ti figure it out. It is my pardners b6 b7C
who is
van no assess recora. Has been in business for himself (that Iknow of) Since 1959. Married twice, nice home andin 1969 owned a Washington. always chives a Cadillac and Bowls in the money every year. Like everyone he seemed to always be short a Year Thousand dollars every so after. the has always enjoyed a good life style. Raised (Sofer Blogs) one time, for Sale., It he got a lot of money I don't believe itwould Show that have the composite drawing I would think the witness could identify him easily.
He has relatives living hoved fortland One. Hoping this helps : Am 87333-132
DB Cooper-879
may you May. 55 marches.
RECEIVED
Mr. Richard S. Kleinda Wir19 -7 21 AH .72 H.S. attorney General OPERATIONS DIVISION U.
55 marches.
RECEIVED
Mr. Richard S. Kleinda Wir19 -7 21 AH .72 H.S. attorney General OPERATIONS DIVISION U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE dis: lavate you May 8 the regarding sky jacking of northwest 727 on the run from Portland to Seattle the eve of Thanksgiving last. Today a Kansas City F.B. I. agent. called -ne ant (tely byon the house acted ) Igave the squat the mann name, and other details, after he identified his self. I feel I should give you the facts too after the letter Curité you.
1 have a crime pardices manual b6 b7C
Atheneuch wer register anywhere gave the name D.B. Cooper. In 1917 he approached me with the idea of sky jacking a 927 and him jungking It after the 211000 was delivered me !!
Spkin this sky jacking took place with The same name being used When convinced my pardices was free ind had done it after
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1
May 9, 1972
Mr. Richard G. Kleindienst U. S. Attorney General
Sir:
I wrote you May 8th regarding skyjacking of Northwest 727 on the run from Portland to Seattle the eve of Thanksgiving last.
Attorney General
Sir:
I wrote you May 8th regarding skyjacking of Northwest 727 on the run from Portland to Seattle the eve of Thanksgiving last.
Today a Kansas City F.B.I. agent called me out (to early for you to have acted) I gave the agent the mans name, and other details, after he identified his self. I feel I should give you the facts too after the letter I wrote you.
I have a crime pardner named Whenever we registed anywhere gave une name v. B. Cooper. in 19or ne approacheu me with the idea of skyjacking a 727 and him jumping out after the 200,000 was delivered to me.
When this skyjacking took place with the same name being used I was convinced my pardner was free and had 'done it. After checked with the Waden and I found my pardner was still there I looked for any close friend he might have told the plan to.
The FBI composit drawing looked like my pardner and I was stumped. Last week I bought a June Stag Magazine and begining on page 18 was all I needed to figure it out. is my pardners who is No arrest record. Has been in business for himself (that I know of) since 1955.
is my pardners who is No arrest record. Has been in business for himself (that I know of) since 1955. Married twice, nice home and in 1967 owned a Washington. Always drives a Cadilac and BowIs in the money every year. Like everyone he seemed to always be short a few thousand dollars every so often
It
164-81-3559
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He always enjoyed a good life style. Raised (Boxer dogs) one time, for sale. If he got a lot of money I dont believe it would show, but from the composite drawing I would think the witness could identify him easily. .
He has relatives living around Portland Ore. Hoping this helps.
I am 84333-132
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DB Cooper-873
TRUE COPY
May 9, 1972
Mr. Richard G. Kleindienst U. S. Attorney General
Sir:
I wrote you May 8th regarding skyjacking of Northwest 727 on the run from Portland to Seattle the eve of Thanksgiving last.
Today a Kansas City F.B.I. agent called me out (to carly for you to have acted) I gave the agent the mans name, and other details,
agent called me out (to carly for you to have acted) I gave the agent the mans name, and other details, after he identified his self. I feel I should give you the facts too after the letter I wrote you.
I have a crime pardner named Whenever we registed anywhere gave the name D. B. Cooper. In 1967 he approached me with the idea of skyjacking a 727 and him jumping out after the 200,000 was delivered to me.
When this skyjacking took place with the same name being used I was convinced my pardner was free and had done it. After checked with the Waden and I found my pardner was still there I looked for any close friend he might have told the plan to.
The FBI composit drawing looked like my pardner and I was stumped. Last week I bought a June Stag Magazine and begining on page 18 was all I needed to figure it out. It is my pardners who is No arrest record. Has been in business for himself (that I know of) since 1955. Married twice, nice home and in 1967
owned a Washington. Always drives a Cadilac and Bowls in the money every year.
Married twice, nice home and in 1967
owned a Washington. Always drives a Cadilac and Bowls in the money every year. Like everyone he seemed to always be short a few thousand dollars every so often
b6 b7c
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164-81-3559
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DB Cooper-874
AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, KANSAS CITY
5/22/72
FROM:
ACTING DIRECTOR, YBI (164-2111)
NORJAK
b6 b7C
ReBuairtel to Kansas City dated 5/19/72,
Enclosed for Kansas City and Seattle are two Xerox copies and two true copies of a self-explanatory letter directed to the Attorney General dated 5/9/72. The author of this letter identifies himself as 84333-132.
Enclosed letter is obviously from Howard J. Hubbell, number 84333-132, Leavenworth, Kansas, and who is referred to in referenced Buairtel.
Kansas City review enclosed letter and insure material contained therein is identical to data furnished your office by Hubbell when he was interviewed. Enclosures (4) 2 - Seattle (164-81) (Enclosures - 
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, KANSAS CITY
5/22/72
FROM:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
NORJAK
١
ReBuairtel to Kansas City dated 5/19/72.
Enclosed for Kansas City mad Seattle are two Xerox copies and two true copies of a self-explanatory letter directed to the Attorney General dated 5/9/72. The author of this letter identifies himself as 84333-132.
Enclosed letter is obviously from Howard J. Hubbell, number 84333-132, Leavenworth, Kansas, and who is referred to in referenced Buairtel.
Kansas City review enclosed letter and insure material contained therein is identical to data furnished your office by Hubbell when he was interviewed. Enclosures (4) 2 - Seattle : (164-81) (Enclosures - 4)
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Date: 5/30/72
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TO:	ACTING DIRECTOR,	FBI (164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, KANSAS CITY	(164-80) P
NORJAK

AK
Re Bureau airtels to Kansas City, 5/19/72 and 5/22/72.
When interviewed on 5/9/72, USP-L inmate HOWARD JAMES HUBBELL, number 84333-132, stated in substance what is contained in his letter dated 5/9/72, to the Attorney General.
HUBBELL throughout the interview insisted that he was correct in the identification of the subject and therefore, he would be released from prison. He further stated that he is getting old and does not want to die in prison and he knows that since he has solved this notorious crime, he would be immediately released.
Contacts with and
USP-L, revealed that HUBBELL is a thoroughly institutionalized individual who has
Contacts with and
USP-L, revealed that HUBBELL is a thoroughly institutionalized individual who has served ten prison commitments starting in 1926. HUBBELL has been evaluated as being a "threat to society"; however, he is a "model inmate."
noted that HUBBELL occasionally will furnish bits of information to the penitentiary staff in the hopes of better treatment. Stated that much of this information is common knowledge. 
2 - Bureau 2 - Seattle (164-81) 2 - Kansas City WAW: Is (6)
164-81-3561
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Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT TO ATED D'FICHI 19: 1 -4132735 .DB Cooper-8748
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furnished the following records:
USP-L, b6 b7

Name	HOWARD JAMES HUBBELL Harold Bowman; Jack H. Major
Aliases
U. S. Penitentiary No.	84333-132
FBI number	199 557
Race	White
Sex	Male
Date of birth	May 29,
DB Cooper-8748
b6 b7c
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KC 164-80
furnished the following records:
USP-L, b6 b7

Name	HOWARD JAMES HUBBELL Harold Bowman; Jack H. Major
Aliases
U. S. Penitentiary No.	84333-132
FBI number	199 557
Race	White
Sex	Male
Date of birth	May 29, 1910
Place of birth	Creston, Washington
Height	5'11}"
Weight	180 pounds
Hair	Brown
Eyes	Hazel
Miscellaneous	Sentenced in the Western District of Washington at
Tacoma on 10/30/67, to serve 25 years for armed bank robbery

ry
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2*
DB Cooper-879
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
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Date: 5/30/72
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FROM:
SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80)
P NORJAK
Re Bureau airtels to Kansas City, 5/19/72 and 5/22/72.
5-22-64)
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Date: 5/30/72
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ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, KANSAS CITY (164-80)
P NORJAK
Re Bureau airtels to Kansas City, 5/19/72 and 5/22/72.
When interviewed on 5/9/72, USP-L inmate HOWARD JAMES HUBBELL, number 84333-132, stated in substance what is contained in his letter dated 5/9/72, to the Attorney General.
HUBBELL throughout the interview insisted that he was correct in the identification of the subject and therefore, he would be released from prison. He further stated that he is getting old and does not want to die in prison and he knows that since he has solved this notorious crime, he would be immediately released.
Contacts with and
USP-L, revealed that HUBBELL is a thoroughly institutionalized individual who has served ten prison commitments starting in 1926. HUBBELL has been evaluated as being a "threat to society"; however, he is a "model inmate."
noted that HUBBELL occasionally will furnish bits of information to the penitentiary staff in the hopes of better treatment. stated that much of this information is common knowledge.
"
noted that HUBBELL occasionally will furnish bits of information to the penitentiary staff in the hopes of better treatment. stated that much of this information is common knowledge.
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164-81-3561
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AIRTEL
AIR MAI

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

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On 6/23/72, Vancouver Police Department, Vancouver, Washington, advised that he has received information that is possibly identical to the unknown subject. He stated that is a bricklayer from Oregon who has been deeply in debt in the past but
has recently He added that took flying lessons and is familiar with the prime search area near Lake Merwin, Washington.
He stated that is a bricklayer from Oregon who has been deeply in debt in the past but
has recently He added that took flying lessons and is familiar with the prime search area near Lake Merwin, Washington.
LFAD:
PORTLAND At
Oregon
Will identify
and conduct appropriate investigation.
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NR008 CG PLAIN 122 8PM URGENT 6-27-72 EOM
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SEATTLE (164-81) SPRINGFIELD
Unsub
FROM CHICAGO (164-297)
IP
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NORJAK , 00 : SEATTLE.
NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES, b6 b7C
CHICAGO, ADVISED THAT ON SIX TWENTYFIVE LAST
4 RECEIVED PHONE CALL FROM A
PARIS, ILLINOIS,
CALLED THE AIRLINE TO ADVISE THAT HE
BELIEVES MAY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CAPTIONED HIJACKING .
HE BASED THIS STATEMENT ON FACT HAS BEEN MISSING SINCE-
TIME OF THE HIJACKING .. ADVISED HE COULD BE
REACHED AT TELEPHONE
(HOME) OR
(BUSINESS ).
SPRINGFIELD CONTACT
AND DETERMINE BASIS FOR HIS
b6 b7C
STATEMENT THAT MAY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR HI JACKING.
END
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (« CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
':
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/27/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
Subject was named as a suspect in this matter by an anonymous letter sent to the SEATTLE POST INTELLIGENCER in response to their Secret Witness program. This letter furnished an address for Seattle, which address has been determined to be non-existent.
residing at
Seattle City Directory lists a Seattle.
LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington
Will attempt to locate driver's license for and forward to Seattle so that photograph may be shown to witnesses in this matter.
JSD : k1b (3)
Rua
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
6/27/72
SA
NORJAK
RE :
Subject was named as a suspect in this matter by an anonymous letter sent to the SEATTLE POST
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-874
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
6/27/72
SA
NORJAK
RE :
Subject was named as a suspect in this matter by an anonymous letter sent to the SEATTLE POST INTELLIGENCER in response to their Secret Witness program. This letter furnished an address for Seattle, b6 b7C
which address has been determined to be non-existent.
Seattle City Directory lists a Seattle.
residing at
LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Olympia, Washington
Will attempt to locate driver's license for and forward to Seattle so that photograph may be shown to witnesses in this matter.
b6 b7C
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164-81-3564
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FBI
Date:
6/12/72
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TO:	SAC, SAN ANTONIO
FROM :	SAC, MIAMI (164-552) (P)
RE:	NORJAK (00: Seattle)

e)
contacted the Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Resident Agency on 6/9/72 and advised that he is an independent mechanic working at various aircraft repair companies at the Ft.
Resident Agency on 6/9/72 and advised that he is an independent mechanic working at various aircraft repair companies at the Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
He stated that an individual by the name of (FNU). has been at the Ft. Lauderdale International Airport for approximately three months. He described this individual as being very mysterious, who spends a great deal of money, all. in cash. He has paid several repair bills, some of which amounted to $2,000.00 or $3,000.00. These payments were always made in cash.
He has and, in addition, makes numerous trips to Haiti and the various out-islands off the coast of Florida. He is an excellent pilot and well trained in reading flight charts and has knowledge of parachute jumping.
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164-81-3565
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is described
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is described as follows:
Race
White
Sex
Male
Age
40-45
Height Build
6'
Thin, athletic
Weight
185 1bs.
Hair
Remarks
Black, short, thinning Tapered face
stated he saw a composite photo of the
individual known as D. B. COOPER and bears a good resemblance to this composite. advised that in addition which is approximately
Oregon. He
advised that he has been able to develop no information whatso- ever re and did not know his first name.
On 6/12/72, recontacted the Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. RA and furnished the following aircraft numbers for the planes being flown by
advised that in addition, also has He drives a 1963 Cadillac
which bears 1971 Texas license
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Ft. Lauderdale International Airport, advised that upon making inquiries he ascertained that is actually of the Dupont Caribbean Corp., Eastland, Texas, which company is involved in developing property on an island near Haiti.
Lauderdale International Airport, advised that upon making inquiries he ascertained that is actually of the Dupont Caribbean Corp., Eastland, Texas, which company is involved in developing property on an island near Haiti. He advised that was leaving Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport at approximately 11:00 AM on 6/12/72, for Haiti. He did not know when he would return.
Miami indices indicate that
is the subject of Miami file
captioned
(00: SA), San
Antonio file 79. Review of this file indicated that in 1967 was suspected of
Miami has no physical description of
nor does b6 b7C
it have a photo.
LEADS
SAN ANTONIO
AT SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
1. Review your file and conduct credit b6 and criminal checks in effort to obtain photo of b7C
If photo obtained, forward to Miami and Seattle to be exhibited to in Ft. Lauderdale and appropriate witnesses in Seattle.
2. Determine owner of 1963 Cadillac, bearing Texas (1971) license
3.
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DALLAS
AT EASTLAND, TEXAS
Conduct credit and criminal checks re and the Dupont Caribbean Corp.
PORTLAND
AT GOOSE BAY, OREGON
Determine owner of the vessel conduct credit and criminal checks re
MIAMI
AT FT.
PORTLAND
AT GOOSE BAY, OREGON
Determine owner of the vessel conduct credit and criminal checks re
MIAMI
AT FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA.
Will maintain contact with
ARMED & DANGEROUS
4.
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DB Cooper-879
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Date: 6-26-72
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From: Acting Director, FBI (164-211) NORJAK
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Reurairtel June 1, 1972.
For your information the Air Transport Association, Washington, D. C., which is acting as the administrator of a reward program designed to pay for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons involved in aircraft piracy etc., was contacted concerning the offering of a reward relative to captioned case. They have advised that they have considered providing such a reward concerning this case and that formal notification will be forthcoming. You will be advised upon receipt of this information.
With regard: to the additional suggestion you made relative to the fact that nationwide circularization be made of all banks, savings and loan
With regard: to the additional suggestion you made relative to the fact that nationwide circularization be made of all banks, savings and loan associations, and commercial companies who have available safe deposit boxes on the theory that iss' subject may have escaped safety and secreted money in such a box is not being approved. Wide circularization has already been provided banking type institutions relative to the ransom list in this case.
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Reurairtel June 1, 1972.
For your information the Air Transport Association, Washington, D. C., which is acting as the administrator of a reward program designed to pay for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons involved in aircraft piracy etc.
, which is acting as the administrator of a reward program designed to pay for information leading to the arrest and conviction of persons involved in aircraft piracy etc., was contacted concerning the offering of a reward relative to captioned case. They have advised that they have considered providing such a reward concerning this case and that formal notification will be forthcoming. You will be advised upon receipt of this information.
With regard to the additional suggestion you made relative to the fact that nationwide circularization be made of all banks, savings and loan associations, and commercial companies who have available safe deposit boxes on the theory that ' subject may have escaped safety and secreted money in such a box is not being approved. Wide circularization has already been provided banking type institutions relative to the ransom list in this case.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SPOSAC, DALLAS (164-191) (P)
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SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Miami airtel to San Antonio dated 6/12/72, and Seattle airtel to Dallas dated 6/8/72 (Seattle file Dallas file ·
Seattle should be aware that the mentioned in referenced Miami airtel to San Antonio dated 6/12/72, is most probably the same individual as the mentioned in referenced Seattle airtel to Dallas dated 6/8/72 (Seattle file .
In Seattle airtel to Dallas, it is noted that Seattle has placed in the Wenatchse, Washington, area durbg 7/71 and 8/71, and Dallas then looses track & until 11/10/71, when telephonically contacted the Salt Lake City Office of the FBI and spoke with ASAC VICTOR R. SCHAFER stating that he was residing in the Castle Haiti Atel in Haiti.
On 5/16/72, was in Long Beach, California, and an attempt was made by FBI Agents to interview him concerning theft of from Leisure
requested of the
Hours, . Addison, Texas. At that time, Agents that the Dallas Office coordinate future interview of him Corpus Christi,
through Texas.
At that time, Agents that the Dallas Office coordinate future interview of him Corpus Christi,
through Texas. Dallas has sent lead to Corpus Christi to have this effected. The following is a description as furnished by to Bureau Agents on '5/16/72:
164-81-3568
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Sister
LEAD
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AT EASTLAND, TEXAS. Will conduct criminal and credit checks regarding and the Dupont Caribbean Corporation.
AT DALLAS, TEXAS. Will continue to attempt to
locate Yor Interview in Dallas file and forward results of interview to Seattle.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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DATE:
6-26-72
FROM
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re memo SA C.E. FARRELL, SE dated 5-31-72
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Ft Lewis, Washington stated he made inquiry at "ray Army Airfield where all incoming flights are recorded and was able to have records reviewed regarding the manifest records of military flights from 11-22 through 11-24-1971 and was advisedthere was no record of RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., or an other alaises usedby MC COY including the names of DAN COOPER or D. COOPERn having landed.
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McChord AFB, Washington stat ed on 6-9-72 that he caused a search of the military manifest records of military flights arriving at Mc AFB during November 22, 23 and208, 1971 and he was advisedthere was no record of anyone named RICHARD FLOYD Mc COY or any of his known alaises. He said there was no record of a D. COOPER or DAN COOPER as having arrived as a member of any military crew of passenger.
He said there was no record of a D. COOPER or DAN COOPER as having arrived as a member of any military crew of passenger.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/26/72
FROM
:
SAC. ALBUQUERQUE (149-131) RUC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
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UNSUB CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
RE :
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Re San Francisco airtel to Albuquerque, 5/23/72.
On 6/7/72,
Sheriff's Office. Las
Cruces, New Mexico, advised that
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has no file in the records of that office. She pro- showing that
from Ureka. California, on and was arraigned before Magistrate DAN LOWREY. was released on bond 5/25/72. and his current whereabouts are
unknown. described on as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Citizenship
U. S.
Birth
Place
Height
5 11"
Weight
155
Eyes
Green
Hair
Gray
Occupation
Business Analyst
Tattoos
Amount of Bond
Phone
Social Security No.
Birth
Place
Height
5 11"
Weight
155
Eyes
Green
Hair
Gray
Occupation
Business Analyst
Tattoos
Amount of Bond
Phone
Social Security No.
Enclosed for the Seattle Office from Albuquerque File are two photographs from New Mexico Driver's License and U. S. Coast Guard Records for
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY HEADQUARTERS, 9TH INFANTRY DIVISION AND FORT LEWIS Communication Systems Division Fort Lowis, Washington 98433
21 June 1972
General Telephone Company of the Northwest ATTN:
1800 - 41st Street Everett, VA 98201
SUB E. S
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Dear
Attached telephone billing is returned without action.
Since the telephone service was not ordered in or authorized by this Division, we have no authority to pay any part of the billing.
Yours very truly,
1 Incl 28
Coms Sys Div
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Yours very truly,
1 Incl 28
Coms Sys Div
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TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/28/72
FROM ;
:
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE : SUSPECT
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Attempts to locate
thus far have met with negative results. It is recommended that further investi- gation of with regard to this matter be terminated due to the fact that information was developed on February 24, 1972, that was partially lame and had a definite limp in the other leg.
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NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
6/28/72
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RE: SUSPECT
6/28/72
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gation of with regard to this matter be terminated due to the fact that information was developed on February 24, 1972, that was partially lame and had a definite limp in the other leg.
DUE TO AGENT'S TRANSFER IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT ANY FURTHER INVESTIGATION OF THIS SUSPECT BE REASSIGNED,
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(Type in plaintext or code) URGENT
(Priority)
TO ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
WEEKLY SUMMARY
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-) NORJAK. SUB-D Susp. 330
REBULET TO SEATTLE JUNE TWENTYSEVEN LAST. INVESTIGATION ALONG THE LINES SUGGESTED IN REBULET ARE BEING UNDERTAKEN IN AN EFFORT TO IDENTIFY SUBJECT. THE BLACK SNAP ON TIE MENTIONED IN REBULET HAS BEEN EXAMINED BY THE LABORATORY AND THEIR LETTER OF MARCH EIGHT, SEVENTYTWO, SET FORTH THE RESULTS INDICATING THAT NO STAINS HAVING THE APPEARANCE OF BODY FLUIDS WERE FOUND EITHER ON THE TIE
THE BLACK SNAP ON TIE MENTIONED IN REBULET HAS BEEN EXAMINED BY THE LABORATORY AND THEIR LETTER OF MARCH EIGHT, SEVENTYTWO, SET FORTH THE RESULTS INDICATING THAT NO STAINS HAVING THE APPEARANCE OF BODY FLUIDS WERE FOUND EITHER ON THE TIE OR TIE CLIP. FURTHER, REPORT STATED THAT NO HAIRS OR FOREIGN TEXTILE FIBERS WERE FOUND ON EITHER. NO IDENTIFYING MARKS WERE FOUND ON THE TIE CLIP WHICH WOULD INDICATE EITHER THE OWNER OR THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS ITEM. IN VIEW OF THE ABOVE, THE TIE AND CLIP WILL NOT AGAIN BE FORWARDED TO THE LABORATORY, UACB.
UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, SEATTLE, ADVISED
THAT ALTHOUGH HE DID ANTICIPATE THAT
AND
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WOULD ENTER A PLEA OF GUILTY, HE NOW IS OF THE IMPRESSION, BASED ON THE ATTITUDE OF THE DEFENSE ATTORNEYS, THAT THEY WILL GO TO TRIAL. AN INFORMATION IS PRESENTLY BEING DRAWN CHARGING BOTH SUBJECTS.
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AN INFORMATION IS PRESENTLY BEING DRAWN CHARGING BOTH SUBJECTS.
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOUISVILLE (164-71) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Indianapolis airtel to Seattle dated 6/8/72.
RE:
Investigation conducted by the Louisville Division
concerning in Louisville case entitled,
"UNSUB; aka Herman Conn; Theft of Texco Money Orders 75-6849263 through 75-6849286; ITSP. CO: LS Bufile failed to locate or positively identify him. However, witnesses cashing the aforemented checks made to an individual named provided the following composite description of the individual purporting to b

Race:	White
Sex:	Male
Age:	21-27
Height:	5' 10" - 6'
Weight:	160-180 lbs.
However, witnesses cashing the aforemented checks made to an individual named provided the following composite description of the individual purporting to b

Race:	White
Sex:	Male
Age:	21-27
Height:	5' 10" - 6'
Weight:	160-180 lbs.
Build:	Medium
Hair:	Blond
Eyes:	Blue

ue (2 - Seattle (RM) 2 - Detroit (RM) 1 - Indianapolis (Info) (RM) 4 - Louisville (3 - 164-71) (1
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Complexion :	Fair
Accent:	Regional Kentucky
Dress:	Sport clothes.

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The above description was obtained through the interview of 3 witnesses who had received checks in July, 1970, and were interviewed in August, 1970.
The above description was obtained through the interview of 3 witnesses who had received checks in July, 1970, and were interviewed in August, 1970.
Investigation conducted by the Detroit Division indicated that a suspect in the above had Michigan driver's license number
resided at
Ypsilanti. Michigan. These
records indicate was born 5 feet tall, 158 lbs., green eyes, and wears corrective lenses.
Further investigation at Ypsilanti, Michigan,
determined moved to in the summer of 1970, and then furnished a forwarding address to Prestonsburg. Kentucky. Ypsilanti Credit Bureau files
place in file since June, 1955, with a prior residence at Ludlow, Kentucky. In July of 1969, was employed as at the Ford Motor Company plant, location not known. In December, 1968; worked at Ypsilanti. The
Ypsilanti Credit Bureau files listed 5 open collections against STRATTON .
In September. 1971, investigation at Prestonsburg,
Kentucky, to locate determined that was
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currently on bond in the Floyd County Circuit Court on bad check charges, and it was determined that had left the Floyd County area in July, 1971, and his where- abouts were unknown.
was
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currently on bond in the Floyd County Circuit Court on bad check charges, and it was determined that had left the Floyd County area in July, 1971, and his where- abouts were unknown. Investigation conducted by the Louisville Division has failed to establish whereabouts since July, 1971. No photographs of are available in the Louisville Division. Latent finger- prints of the Unsub using the name are on file in the Identification Division under
LEADS
THE DETROIT DIVISION:
AT YPSILANTI, MICHIGAN:
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THE LOUISVILLE DIVISION:
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The following investigation was conducted by
SA
AT RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA
The following sources were contacted in an effort to identify suspect who was suggested as b6 suspect by Universal Airlines, b7C
Oakland, California:
Richmond
Police Department, on May 1, 1972;
Richmond Credit Bureau, May 23, 1972;
San Pablo Police
Department, on May 23, 1972; Local public telephone
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Oakland, California:
Richmond
Police Department, on May 1, 1972;
Richmond Credit Bureau, May 23, 1972;
San Pablo Police
Department, on May 23, 1972; Local public telephone directory. covering Richmond area, including new listing information.
All of the above sources were completely negative regarding 
On May 23, 1972, Richmond Police Department. was contacted for background information on
furnished the following
information:
is presently employed as the Richmond Police Department, and is currently assigned to the
was
employed by the Department during November 1971. He currently resides at California.
Information in personnel folder indicates he was formerly jump-qualified in the U. S. Army, and served as an Army paratrooper The file indicated has received
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file indicated he was in excellent shape and engaged in daily callesthenics.
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file indicated he was in excellent shape and engaged in daily callesthenics. His file further indicated he currently participates in sports parachuting and that he currently belongs to the U. S. Parachute Association, and holds license number
was unable to eliminate as a suspect in captioned violation through his employment with the Police Department, since Department records indicate he was off duty from 7:00 A. M. on November 23, 1971 until 11:00 A. M. on November 26, 1971.
furnished the following description of
Race
White
Sex
Male
Height 6' 1"-2"
Weight
173 pounds
Build
Slender
Eyes
Brown,
Hair
Gray, short, slightly longer than crew cut
Marital Status
Divorced 1970
stated he believed to have been in somewhat of a financial bind during the course of his 1970 divorce, but did not believe this to have been any severe financial crisis for considered
to be a fine and noted that no problems
regarding had come to his attention. stated he would have no reason at all to suspect of anything at all dishonest.
a financial bind during the course of his 1970 divorce, but did not believe this to have been any severe financial crisis for considered
to be a fine and noted that no problems
regarding had come to his attention. stated he would have no reason at all to suspect of anything at all dishonest. furnished several
copies of Subject's photograph. He inked
in a mustache to show present appearance. could not recall how long had worn the mustache, but believed he first observed same during the latter part of 1971.
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Discreet inquiries, during June 1972, with and other members of Richmond Police Department. failed to develop any indication of anything unusual in personality, routine, or activities, which might suggest him as a suspect in captioned matter.
On June 21, 1972, Richmond Credit Bureau, furnished the following information regarding
He had been in file since September 1969, the; last inquiry having been made in January 1972, when applied for an American Express Credit Card. address and employment were the same indicated above. His Social Security Account Number was shown as claimed to have been divorced from since August 1970.
His Social Security Account Number was shown as claimed to have been divorced from since August 1970. was shown for him with the Richmond Employees Credit Union. since March 1970. Pav- ments have been made on in the amount of a month since that date.
was shown to maintain two savings accounts, both at the Mechanic's Bank, Mira Vista Branch, Richmond. One account was listed as a "low 2" ($10.00 - $50.00) and the second account as a "high 1" ($9.00 or less).
All payments were shown to be as agreed or better. There was no derogatory information regarding in the file.
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AIR MAIL
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Seattle airtel to New Haven, 5/15/72.
Enclosed herewith are nineccopies of an investi- gative insert along with three photographs of possible suspect One photo taken 1969, and other two on 9/21/71.
Enclosed herewith are nineccopies of an investi- gative insert along with three photographs of possible suspect One photo taken 1969, and other two on 9/21/71. It is noted that one of latter photographs has mustache sketched in to show present appearance.
Investigation in Richmond, California, determines first grew mustache approximately six months ago. Investigation to date has failed to determine whether or not had mustache on date of captioned violation. Personal observation of determined that he normally wears his hair very short in crew cut or slightly longer. At present time observed to wear his hair just slightly longer than enclosed 1971 photo.
Additional leads re to discretion of Seattle.
being left
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TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
from
ReBulet to Portland. 6/15/72, enclosing letter Oregon, naming one, 
Oregon, as suspect in NORJAK, in view of fact he came into around $200,000 in November, 1971.
on 6/28/72, reveal
Deed and Mortgage records, Coos County, Oregon, examined by SA that
purchased certain real estate in the area of Oregon, for the sum of $35,000 under a conditional sales contract. This same property was then mortgaged to the State of Oregon, as security for a $33, 850 loan, apparently used to pay off the amount owing on the property by
It is then shown in Coos County that on executed a second mortgage of this same property to Coos Bay. Oregon, to secure the navment of a loan made to
On 6/29/72, Coos Bay, Oregon, advised there has been no unusual payments made by on his loan, in fact, he has been hard pressed to make his monthly payments.
Oregon, to secure the navment of a loan made to
On 6/29/72, Coos Bay, Oregon, advised there has been no unusual payments made by on his loan, in fact, he has been hard pressed to make his monthly payments. This loan was negotiated to permit to purchase a rock crusher. 2 - Seattle 2 - Portland
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In addition, Sheriff S. TONY ZARBANO, Oregon, has advised that is known co nim personally and that there is no resemblance between and the artist sketch of D. B. COOPER. He said has deep and prominent acne scars on his face.
On 6/28/72,
Oregon, was personally contacted and thanked for "rinterest. She was informed that it appears was not involved in instant skyjacking.
No further consideration is being given to as a suspect in this matter.
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SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (00: 'SEATTLE)
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Re Las Vegas airtel to Seattle, 6/22/72. The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT EUGENE! OREGON
On 6/29/72, Lane County Sheriff's Office (LCSO) , Eugene, Oregon, made available a record on He was given a
citation on for no vehicle license, and gave his address as
Creswell, Oregon.
AT COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON
On 6/29/72, Cottage Grove Police Department (CGPD). Cottage Grove, Oregon, advised that was arrested in
1964 under
He was described as being a white male, 5'8" tall, 150 pounds, dark brown hair and brown eyes.'
AT CRESWELL, OREGON
On 6/29/72,
2- Seattle 1- Las Vegas (Info) (164-60) 2- Portland
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Creswell, Oregon, advised that was currently employed by Eastside Machinery Company in Creswell, Oregon. He had been so employed during the Thanksgiving week in 1971. On Thanksgiving Day, 1971, they spent their time at their residence hosting many relatives for a Thanksgiving, dinner.'
On 6/29/72, Eastside
Machinery Company. 270 S. Mill, Creswell, Oregon, advised that is currently employed by the firm. During Thanksgiving week, 1971, he worked eight hours 11/24/71 and eight hours 11/26/71.' The normal work day is from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.'
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOV NMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: July 3, 1972
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE :
SUSPECT
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ICUSCATTLE
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L7as
DB Cooper-878;
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
July 3, 1972
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
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RE : SUSPECT
Re Seattle memo of SA
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Lead set out in referenced communication recommended that suspect photograph be displayed to witnesses in captioned incident.
Due to transfer of agent conducting investigation of this suspect, it is recommended that this lead be reassigned.
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DB Cooper-874
NR005 IP PLAIN
519 PM URGENT 7-3-72 JAT
TO
ACTING DIRECTOR
LOS ANGELES
ST. LOUIS
SEATTLE (164-81)
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ELIMINATO
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE
FROM
INDIANAPOLIS (164-62) 3P
NORJAK , 00 : SEATTLE
RE,
LOUIS
SEATTLE (164-81)
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ELIMINATO
WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE
FROM
INDIANAPOLIS (164-62) 3P
NORJAK , 00 : SEATTLE
RE, SPRINGFIELD TEL JUNE TWENTYNINE LAST AND INDIANAPOLIS
TEL JUNE THIRTY LAST.
FOR INFO WASHINGTON FIELD OFFICE
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WMA, BORN
HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AS A SUSPECT IN THIS MATTER.
TERRE HAUTE, IND. PD AND
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BUSINESS MAN, ADVISED THIS DATE KNOWLEDGE OF SUSPECT ADDRESS AS
IS OLD FRIEND OF SUSPECT AND OBTAINED HIS ADDRESS
END PAGE ONE
AND SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA."
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CV
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IP 164-62
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THROUGH A PRETEXT OF
WHO APPARENTLY RECENTLY RECEIVED CORRESPONDENCE FROM 
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IS A RETIRED FROM THE USAF, AS OF FIVE TO SEVEN YEARS AGO. RETIREMENT WAS FROM THE ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA AREA , WHERE HE WAS STATIONED. BELIEVED RETIREMENT WAS FORCED DUE TO
CALIFORNIA 
WHO IS ORIGINALLY FROM TERRE HAUTE,
IN HIS LETTER TOLD HIM THAT WANTED HIS
ADDRESS KEPT SECRET.
BELIEVED RETIREMENT WAS FORCED DUE TO
CALIFORNIA 
WHO IS ORIGINALLY FROM TERRE HAUTE,
IN HIS LETTER TOLD HIM THAT WANTED HIS
ADDRESS KEPT SECRET.
ACCORDING TO WAS IN TERRE HAUTE AREA ABOUT FIVE TO SIX MONTHS AGO AND WAS FINANCIALLY DESTITUTE. HE
PRESENTLY REPORTEDLY OWNS VERIFIED THAT
ALWAYS WEARS WHITE SHIRTS AND
IN ADDITION WOULD HAVE ALL TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE TO SUCCESSFULLY HAVE PULLED CAPTIONED HIJACKING. ALSO BELIEVES THAT IN THE PAST HAS HAD EXPERIENCE IN SKYDIVING.
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AND FINANCIAL INTEREST IN COSTA RICA THROUGH LIAISON ABROAD.
LOS ANGELES, THROUGH ABOVE INFO ON ATTEMPT TO
LOCATE AND INTERVIEW CONCERNING ACTIVITIES OF ATTEMPT END PAGE TWO
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TO LOCATE RECENT PHOTO AND HANDWRITING .
ST. LOUIS, AT MILITARY RECORD CENTER. ATTEMPT TO LOCATE MORE IDENTIFYING INFO ON IN ORDER THAT HE MAY BE LOCATED AND INTERVIEWED.
WASHINGTON FIELD. CONTACT PASSPORT DIVISION, U. S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE, FOR PASSPORT INFO, PHOTO AND HANDWRITING.
WASHINGTON FIELD. CONTACT PASSPORT DIVISION, U. S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE, FOR PASSPORT INFO, PHOTO AND HANDWRITING.
INDIANAPOLIS, AT REQUEST OF WILL WAITE UNTIL WEEK OF JULY . TEN NEXT BEFORE INTERVIEWING OF OPINION MAY NOT BE COOPERATIVE.
HAS OFFERED TO ACT IN ATTEMPTING TO SOLICIT
ADDITIONAL INFO.
OTHER INVESTIGATION CONTINUING AT INDIANAPOLIS. AM COPY TO SPRINGFIELD.
END JFK 'FBI SEATTLE
CLR
DB Cooper-8787
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NR 026 LA PLAIN 114M NITEL 7-3-72 (SENT 4XX 7-4-72) RWM TO SEATTLE (164-81) CLEVELAND (164-88) MILWAUKEE (164-73) PORTLAND (164-41) FROM LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P) 5P.
Sub- 200
NORJAK. 00 : SEATTLE.
RE MILWAUKEE TEL TO LOS ANGELES JUNE THIRTY LAST. RE : SUSPECT - JAMES RAY FUGATE.
FOR INFO RECEIVING OFFICES, LOS ANGELES CASE CAPTIONED "UNSUB ; BURGLARY OF AUTOMOBILE, FEBRUARY TWELVE - THIRTEEN, SIXTY NINE, LAGUNA BEACH , CALIFORNIA ; CAPTAIN JAMES ROY FUGATE - VICTIM. ITSP", LA FILE EIGHTY SEVEN DASH TWO NINE NINE THREE FIVE, PD FILE EIGHTY SEVEN DASH ONE ZERO SIX THREE NINE, REVEALS LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, PD (LBPD) REPORTED THEFT OF VARIOUS ITEMS
ITSP", LA FILE EIGHTY SEVEN DASH TWO NINE NINE THREE FIVE, PD FILE EIGHTY SEVEN DASH ONE ZERO SIX THREE NINE, REVEALS LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, PD (LBPD) REPORTED THEFT OF VARIOUS ITEMS FROM AUTO OF JAMES RAY FUGATE AT LAGUNA BEACH, FEBRUARY SIXTY NINE. FUGATE DRIVES SIXTY EIGHT CADILLAC, OREGON LICENSE L F A NINE TWO ZERO. END PAGE ONE
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Tarsus Parrilla gas
DB Cooper-878;
LA 164-497
PAGE TWO
FUGATE STAYING AT LOCAL MOTEL TIME OF ALLEGED THEFT AND EFFORTS TO LOCATE AND INTERVIEW AT LAGUNA BEACH FOLLOWING BURGLARY UNPRODUCTIVE. HE FURNISHED HOME ADDRESS OF SIX ONE TWO RIDGEWAY RD., LAXE OSWEGO, OREGON.
INVESTIGATION AT PORTLAND REVEALED FUGATE FURNISHED FORWARDING ADDRESS FEBRUARY TWENTY FIVE SIXTY NINE FROM LAKE OSWEGO TO GENERAL DELIVERY, LAGUNA BEACH.
OREGON LICENSE L F A NINE TWO ZERO REGISTERED TO JAMES R. FUGATE, RT. TWO , BOX NINETY SIX, AURORA , OREGON, WITH LEGAL OWNER FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OREGON, P.O. BOX THREE ONE THREE ONE, PORTLAND, OREGON.
OREGON DRIVER'S LICENSE ISSUED TO JAMES R. FUGATE, SIX ONE TWO RIDGEWAY RD., LAKE.
BOX THREE ONE THREE ONE, PORTLAND, OREGON.
OREGON DRIVER'S LICENSE ISSUED TO JAMES R. FUGATE, SIX ONE TWO RIDGEWAY RD., LAKE. OSWEGO, DESCRIBED FUGATE AS BORN FEBRUARY EIGHTEEN THIRTY ONE, SIX FEET, ONE SIXTY FIVE LBS., TO EXPIRE FEBRUARY EIGHTEEN SEVENTY ONE.
PORTLAND ADVISED A JAMES RAY FUGATE, JR., SUGGESTED AS POSSIBLE BR SUSPECT IN NINETEEN SIXTY AND INVESTIGATION REVEALED JAMES RAY FUGATE, JR., WAS FEDERAL PAROLEE OUT OF U.S. PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICE, PORTLAND, DESCRIBED AS WMA , BORN FEBRUARY EIGHTEEN THIRTY ONE, AT PORTLAND, SIX FEET , ONE FIFTY SEVEN LBS,., DARK BROWN OR BLACK HAIR, TANNED FACE, END PAGE TWO
DB Cooper-879
LA 164-497
PAGE THREE
SMOOTH COMPLEXION, SLIGHT DIMPLE OR CLEFT IN CHIN, ERECT, NEAT DRESSER, END OF RIGHT THUMB AMPUTATED, AND FORMER SECOND LIEUTENANT WITH AIR FORCE RESERVES, SERIAL NUMBER A ZERO THREE ZERO FOUR ONE TWO FOUR FIVE.
LISTED IN NINETEEN SIXTY AS
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TRAVELERS MOTEL, ONE FIVE NINE ONE NINE S.E. MC LOUGHLIN BOULEVARD , PORTLAND, AND FUGATE EMPLOYED AS FLIGHT SALESMAN FOR FLIGHTCRAFT, INC.
LISTED IN NINETEEN SIXTY AS
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TRAVELERS MOTEL, ONE FIVE NINE ONE NINE S.E. MC LOUGHLIN BOULEVARD , PORTLAND, AND FUGATE EMPLOYED AS FLIGHT SALESMAN FOR FLIGHTCRAFT, INC., PORTLAND AIRPORT.
IN NINETEEN SIXTY SIX, CHIEF OF POLICE LARRY EDLUND, PORTLAND AIRPORT, CONDUCTED INVESTIGATION REGARDING FUGATE WHO WAS OPERATING BUSINESS CALLED COUNTRY CLUB OF THE AIR. IN NINETEEN SIXTY NINE AN CHIEF EDLUND ADVISED FUGATE HAD MOVED FROM PORTLAND AIRPORT TO AIRPORT AT AURORA, OREGON.
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ADVISED HE QUESTIONED WHETHER FUGATE'S AUTO HAD ACTUALLY BEEN BURGLARIZED AS ALLEGED. THE LAST ADDRESS KNOWN TO FOR FUGATE WAS P.O. BOX ONE NINE ONE TWO, LAGUAN BEACH. THIS MATTER WAS CLOSED WHEN STOCK ALLEGEDLY STOLEN FROM FUGATE'S CAR WAS DESCRIBED AS WORTHLESS.
"THIS DATE, SUPERIOR COURT, GLENDALE, CALIFORNIA, ADVISED JAMES R. FUGATE PERSONALLY END PAGE THREE
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DB Cooper-870
LA 164-497
PAGE FOUR
APPEARED AT SUPERIOR COURT LAST WEEK OF JUNE SEVENTY TWO FOR MANDATORY SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE IN CASE OF JAMES R. FUGATE VS .
FUGATE PERSONALLY END PAGE THREE
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DB Cooper-870
LA 164-497
PAGE FOUR
APPEARED AT SUPERIOR COURT LAST WEEK OF JUNE SEVENTY TWO FOR MANDATORY SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE IN CASE OF JAMES R. FUGATE VS . AIRCRAFT TANK SERVICE. MATTER WAS SET FOR NON JURY TRIAL INSTANT DATE; HOWEVER, WAS REMOVED FROM CALENDAR WHEN JUDGEMENT ISSUED AGAINST FUGATE IN' AMOUNT OF SIXTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS.
THIS DATE, , ATTORNEY b6 b7C
SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA, ADVISED AIRCRAFT TANK SERVICE, INVOLVED IN SUIT AGAINST .
JAMES R. FUGATE. STATES JUDGEMENT OF SIXTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ISSUED AGAINST FUGATE ON BEHALF OF CLIENT LAST WEEK ; HOWEVER JUDGEMENT NOT YET SIGNED BY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE.
b6 b7c STATES, THRU EXTENSIVE EFFORTS ON HIS PART, FUGATE LOCATED AND HIS CURRENT WHEREABOUTS KNOWN TO HE IS EXTREMELY RELUCTANT TO FURNISH INFO LEADING TO CONTACT OF FUGATE BY FBI AT THIS TIME AS IT COULD JEOPARDIZE CLIENT'S SETTLEMENT. STATES WILL NOT WITHHOLD INFO IF MATTER OF EXTEMELY URGENT NATURE, BUT WOULD OTHERWISE COOPERATE FULLY AND FURNISH ALL AVAILABLE INFO AFTER JUDGEMENT SIGNED BY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE NEXT WEEK.
STATES WILL NOT WITHHOLD INFO IF MATTER OF EXTEMELY URGENT NATURE, BUT WOULD OTHERWISE COOPERATE FULLY AND FURNISH ALL AVAILABLE INFO AFTER JUDGEMENT SIGNED BY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE NEXT WEEK.
END PAGE FOUR,
DB Cooper-871
LA 164-497
PAGE FIVE
PORTLAND, CONTACT CHIEF OF POLICE LARRY EDLUND, PORTLAND AIRPORT, TO ASCERTAIN IF HE HAS CURRENT INFO RE ACTIVITIES OF FUGATE AND CONDUCT OTHER LOGICAL INVESTIGATION. IN EFFORT TO ESTABLISH WHEREABOUTS ON NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST AND OBTAIN GOOD PHOTO FOR, DISPLAY TO WITNESSES THIS
MATTER.
LOS ANGELES WILL FOLLOW AND CONDUCT ALL LOGICAL INVESTIGATION IN ATTEMPT TO ESTABLISH WHEREABOUTS OF FUGATE NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR LAST.
ADDITIONAL LEADS WILL BE LEFT TO OFFICE OF ORIGIN AS LOS ANGELES UNAWARE OF ALL PRIOR INVESTIGATION RE FUGATE. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
END
SWD FBI SEATTLE, CLR
DB Cooper-872
ONAL POYM NO. 10 2 1902 EDATION GSA FPMR ( CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/29/72
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re :
Re Seattle airtel to Los Angeles dated 6/13/72.
6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/29/72
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re :
Re Seattle airtel to Los Angeles dated 6/13/72.
In referenced airtel, had advised
is presently but may be contacted California
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Los Angeles area.
On 6/26/72, personnel records of Los Angeles, California, were caused to be reviewed and revealed no record of any assigned in Los Angeles County or surrounding area identifiable with
It is noted that the address furnished by is located within the San Francisco Division and the possibility exists he is employed by the in the San Francisco area.
LEADS
SACRAMENTO
AT SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Will through Headquarters, ascertain if employed as a and if so, ascertain place of current assignment.
is currently 2 - Seattle (AM) /2 - Sacramento (AM) 2 - San Francisco 2 - Los Angeles
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LA 164-497
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LA 164-497
SAN FRANCISCO
AT
CALIFORNIA: Through
attempt to locate and interview
for
purpose of establishing his whereabouts on 11/24/71.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-8794
- 2 - :unselecte:
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/30/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Miami airtel to San Antonio, 6/12/72.
Enclosed for the information of San Francisco and Phoenix Divisions are two ,(2) copies each of referenced airtel.
The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT
OREGON
The publication of "Merchant Vessels of the United States" shows that
and the home port
Oregon. The
is a
with a
It was built at Bathbay Harbor, Maine, in gross tonnage of 17 and a net tonnage of 9. It is
It has a
and a
It has registration number
and
its
On 6/27/72, there was no record of or at the local police and credit agencies in In addition, they are both unknown to the
2- San Francisco
It is
It has a
and a
It has registration number
and
its
On 6/27/72, there was no record of or at the local police and credit agencies in In addition, they are both unknown to the
2- San Francisco (Enc. 2) 1- Miami (Info) ! 2- Phoenix (Enc. 2) Seattle (164-81)
164-81-3584
2 Portland
SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIALIZED ISFILED OLL JUL 5 1972
LRE:csm Appn 7 3:
Sent M Per FBI - SEATTLE
(9)
Special Agent in Charge
SY U. s. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971 -413
DB Cooper-8795
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PD 164-41
office of Pacific Power and Light Company, sole supplier of electrical service in this area, and neither is listed in city and telephone directories for the past five years.
On 6/27/72, U. S. Coast Guard. Oregon, advised his records show that the was documented in 1971 by who then furnished a Grants Pass, Oregon, address. This documentation expired on 8/17/71, and from inquiry initiated by concerning the renewal of the documentation, a letter was received from on 2/15/72. At that time, gave his address as that he had sold the "months ago" at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to"a man in Haiti which is where I guess the boat is now.
At that time, gave his address as that he had sold the "months ago" at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to"a man in Haiti which is where I guess the boat is now." The name of theppurchaser was not. furnished.
Arizona. He indicated
that the is now documented at San Francisco, Through subsequent inquiry, ascertained California, however, he does not have any information as to the current owner. He said this information would be available through 630 Sansome Street, San Francisco.
LEADS
SAN FRANCISCO
AT SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIAK .
determine
current owner of concerning
and any information available Who presumably is the individual
who purchased this
PHOENIX
AT ARIZONA'N Will interview for all available background information
on
/
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.'
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DB Cooper-8796
--
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FB1 Date: 7/1/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: A, SAN ANTONIO (164-111) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE ReSAairtel to SE, 6/27/72. Based on information available in San Antonio file, Retail Merchants Credit Association, San Antonio, and San Antonio
Based on information available in San Antonio file, Retail Merchants Credit Association, San Antonio, and San Antonio Police Department files checked against with negative results.
ARMED 'AND DANGEROUS 2 - Seattle 1 - Miami (Info) 1 - Dallas (Info) 1 - San Antonio JHM:cgf (5)
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Approved: Sent
M Per DB Cooper-8797
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
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NR005 WF PLAIN 1239PM URGENT 7-2-72 MLW . TO ACTING DIRECTOR (164-21111) INDIANAPOLIS (164-62) SEATTLE (164-81) FROM WASHINGTON FIELD (164-169)
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NORJAK , OFFICE OF ORIGIN SEATTLE.
RE INDIANAPOLIS TELETYPE TO BUREAU, ET AL, JULY THREE LAST.
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ON JULY FIVE INSTANT, CHECK OF, CURRENT FILES (JANUARY NINETEEN SIXTYNINE TO PRESENT), PASSPORT OFFICE, UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE, FAILED TO DISCLOSE ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING CAPTIONED SUSPECT.
WFO HAS INSTITUTED CHECK OF RETIRED PASSPORT FILES AT FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER , SUITLAND, MARYLAND, AND THE BUREAU AND INTERESTED OFFICES WILL BE
WFO HAS INSTITUTED CHECK OF RETIRED PASSPORT FILES AT FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER , SUITLAND, MARYLAND, AND THE BUREAU AND INTERESTED OFFICES WILL BE ADVISED OSXXOF RESULTS OF SAME. : AIR MAIL COPIES ARE BEING FURNISHED LOS ANGLES AND ST. LOUIS. UNSUB CONSIDERED DANGEROUS.
END VAB FBI SEATTLE CLR
164-81-3586
SEARCHED ..... INDEXEN SERIALIZED a FILED9 JUE 5 1972 FBI - SEATTLE Laurell go
DB Cooper-878
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
4
FBI Date: 7-7-72
Transmit the following in PLAINTEXT
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE NITEL
(Priority) Sub 200
TO : SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) SAC, MILWAUKEE (164-73 SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88)
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.'
RE LOS ANGELES NITEL JULY THREE, SEVENTYTWO.' RE SUSPECT JAMES RAY FUGATE.'
FOR INFORMATION OF RECEIVING OFFICES, FUGATE WAS PREVIOUSLY NAMED AS A SUSPECT IN THIS MATTER; HOWEVER, INVESTIGATION AT THAT TIME DETERMINED THAT FUGATE WAS KILLED AT TWO : FORTYSEVEN A.' M. ON FEBRUARY EIGHTEEN, SEVENTYONE, IN THE CRASH OF A BEECHCRAFT AIRPLANE AT TOLEDO EXPRESS AIRPORT, TOLEDO, CHIO.
ON FEBRUARY EIGHTEEN, SEVENTYONE, IN THE CRASH OF A BEECHCRAFT AIRPLANE AT TOLEDO EXPRESS AIRPORT, TOLEDO, CHIO." IN VIEW OF THIS, ALL OFFICES SHOULD DISCONTINUE INVESTIGATION CONCERNING FUGATE.'
JSD/ksw (1) low
164-81-3587.
LA - 10:58P (AXV) PD-11:26P (TLA)
Approved: 特
MI - 10:20 P (LE ) CV-11:05P(MIB) Sent
Per
JM
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE DB. Cooper-879
YOUTIONAL FORM NO. 50 MAY 1102 EDITION GSA FPMR (n) CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DÁTE: 7/7/72
FROM :
SC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
On instant date
Seattle, telephonically contacted this office. stated that on 1/31/72 he was eating lunch at the Boeing Cafateria and noticed a composit drawing of COOPER the hijacker. stated that he has since
found a picture of a friend of his named advised that is an exBoeing employee and a paratrooper. also stated that name unkown, lives in Portland, Oregon and around the time of the hijacking he, stated that has not been seen since.
he
stated that/would like to have an Agent come by his home and talk to him so he can show the agent the pic-
he
stated that/would like to have an Agent come by his home and talk to him so he can show the agent the pic- ture of and give additional info.
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DB Cooper-8800
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
7/7/72
SC
NORJAK
on instant date
Seattle, telephonically contacted this office. stated that on 1/31/72 he was eating lunch at the Boeing Cafateria and noticed a composit drawing of COOPER the hijacker. stated that he has since
found a picture of a friend of his named advised that is an exboeing employee and a paratrooper. also stated that name unkown, lives in Portland, Oregon and around the time of the hijacking he, stated that has not been seen since. he
stated that/would like to have an Agent come by his home and talk to him so he can show the agent the pic- ture of and give additional info.
he
stated that/would like to have an Agent come by his home and talk to him so he can show the agent the pic- ture of and give additional info.
GJW:gjw (3)
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (11 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: . 7/7/72
FROM : SA
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SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE:
Department of Labor and Industry, 300 West Harrison, Seattle, Washington, telephone
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On 7/3/72
Everett, Washington, telephone
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telephonically contacted the Everett RA. He advised that he is employed by BARRY HOLLANDER. Inc .. 2804 Grand Avenue, Everett, Washington as 7/3772,
He advised that on
Washington .*
at the Barry Hollander Company, Everett,
stated that later in that day, he was looking through the issue of "Life" magazine which carried the photograph of D. B. COOPER. He stated that the photo- graph looked identical to who had earlier
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in the day, where he is employed.
He stated that the photo- graph looked identical to who had earlier
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in the day, where he is employed.
advised that the photo seemed identical to and that his physical description, the one provided by SA fit the general build and physical characteristics
of
LEADS :
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON:
Will conduct appropriate investigation through the Department of Labor and Industry, 300 West Harrison, telephone in an effort to eliminate
JEC/rlg (3)
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Lead
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
7/7/72
SA
NORJAK
RE:
Department of Labor and Industry, 300 West Harrison, Seattle, Washington, telephone
On 7/3/72
Everett, Washington, telephone telephonically contacted the Everett RA. He advised that he is employed by BARRY HOLLANDER. Inc .. 2804 Grand Avenue, Everett, Washington as
He advised that on 7/3/72,
at the Barry Hollander Company, Everett, Washington.
2804 Grand Avenue, Everett, Washington as
He advised that on 7/3/72,
at the Barry Hollander Company, Everett, Washington.
stated that later in that day, he was looking through the issue of "Life" magazine which carried the photograph of D.B. COOPER. He stated that the photo- graph looked identical to who had earlier
in the day.
where he is employed. advised that the photo seemed identical to and that his physical description, the one provided by SA fit the general build and physical, characteristics
of
LEADS:
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON:
Will conduct appropriate investigation through the Department of Labor and Industry, 300 West Harrison, telephone in an effort to eliminate
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NR 003 PD PLAIN 3:21 PM NITEL 7-8-72 RVO TO : SEATTLE (164-81) FROM : PORTLAND (164-41) - P -
NORJACK 00: SEATTLE
, OREGON, TELEPHONICALLY ADVISED JULY EIGHT SEVENTYTWO RECENTLY RETURNED FROM SPOKANE , WASHINGTON.
RELATED THAT KNOWS SEVERAL CONSTRUCTION WORKERS INVOLVED b6 WITH, UNSUB , AKA D.
PLAIN 3:21 PM NITEL 7-8-72 RVO TO : SEATTLE (164-81) FROM : PORTLAND (164-41) - P -
NORJACK 00: SEATTLE
, OREGON, TELEPHONICALLY ADVISED JULY EIGHT SEVENTYTWO RECENTLY RETURNED FROM SPOKANE , WASHINGTON.
RELATED THAT KNOWS SEVERAL CONSTRUCTION WORKERS INVOLVED b6 WITH, UNSUB , AKA D. B. COOPER. IS AFRAID OF THEM AND WOULD NOT
VOLUNTARILY CONTACT FBI. ALLEGED ACCOMPLICES OF COOPER WORK FOR SAME
COMPANY EMPLOYING 
NAME OF COMPANY UNKNOWN TO RESIDES IN SPOKANE IN LARGE HOME AND IS WHITE MALE APPARENTLY ABOUT THIRTYFIVE TO FORTYFIVE YEARS OLD. HE IS
WASHINGTON. 
DESIRES HIS IDENTITY AS SOURCE OF THIS INFORMATION, BE CONCEALED FROM
SEATTLE HANDLE.
END JJI FBI SEATTL
164-81-3590
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CLR
Lead
JUL 8 1972
FOI - SEATTLE Fanelli 7 CHE b6 b7C
DB Cogper-8804
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Source 
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NR 003 PD PLAIN 3:21 PM NITEL 7-8-72 RVO TO: SEATTLE (164-81) FROM : PORTLAND (164-41) - P -
NORJACK 00 : SEATTLE
OREGON, TELEPHONICALLY ADVISED JULY EIGHT SEVENTYTWO
RECENTLY RETURNED FROM SPOKANE , WASHINGTON.
RELATED THAT
KNOWS SEVERAL CONSTRUCTION WORKERS INVOLVED
WITH UNSUB , AKA D.
PM NITEL 7-8-72 RVO TO: SEATTLE (164-81) FROM : PORTLAND (164-41) - P -
NORJACK 00 : SEATTLE
OREGON, TELEPHONICALLY ADVISED JULY EIGHT SEVENTYTWO
RECENTLY RETURNED FROM SPOKANE , WASHINGTON.
RELATED THAT
KNOWS SEVERAL CONSTRUCTION WORKERS INVOLVED
WITH UNSUB , AKA D. B. COOPER.
IS AFRAID OF THEM AND WOULD NOT VOLUNTARILY CONTACT FBI. ALLEGED ACCOMPLICES OF COOPER WORK FOR SAME
COMPANY EMPLOYING NAME OF COMPANY UNKNOWN TO RESIDES IN SPOKANE IN LARGE HOME AND IS WHITE MALE APPARENTLY ABOUT THIRTYFIVE TO FORTYFIVE YEARS OLD. HE
IS
WASHINGTON.
DESIRES HIS IDENTITY AS SOURCE OF THIS INFORMATION, BE CONCEALED FROM SEATTLE HANDLE. END JJT FBI SEATTL
CLR
164-81-3590
SEARCHED .......... INDEXED SERIALIZED QL FILED SL JUL 8 1972 +81 - SEATTLE
se
DB Cooper-8805
b6 b7c
b6 b7C b7D :unselecte:
FBI
Date: 7/7/72
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
FROM :
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Sub 200
Re Los Angeles nitel to Seattle, ET AL, 7/4/72.
Chief LARRY EDLUND, Portland International Airport Police, Portland, Oregon, advises he has no recent information concerning suspect JAMES RAY FUGATE, JR.
Chief LARRY EDLUND, Portland International Airport Police, Portland, Oregon, advises he has no recent information concerning suspect JAMES RAY FUGATE, JR., and believes him to be dead. Chief Postal Inspector ROY LOVE, Portland, Oregon, likewise, has no current information re FUGATE, but furnished following aliases reportedly used by FUGATE during 1958 check kiting violation in Littleton, Inglewood, and Golden, Colorado, for which sentenced to USP for mail fraud: J. J. SMALLWOOD; WADE MOORE, JR .; . WILLIAM T. GATTIS.
Los Angles note that in Portland teletype to Los Angeles and New York, 3/22/72, in THABOM case, LA file Portland furnished information from Salem,
for Golden West Airlines, that one
Oregon, former is currently employed as for Golden West. may be identical
Los Angeles consider possibility with suspect FUGATE.
2-Los Angeles 1-Cleveland (164-88) (Info) 1-Seattle (164-81) (Info) 2-Portland 
RPH: jmp (6)
11
164-81-3591
SEARCHED
INDEXED
SERIALIZED 1/ SELLED
2
JUL 1 1 1972
FBI - SEATTLE
1215
Approved:
Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
V.
(Info) 1-Seattle (164-81) (Info) 2-Portland 
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164-81-3591
SEARCHED
INDEXED
SERIALIZED 1/ SELLED
2
JUL 1 1 1972
FBI - SEATTLE
1215
Approved:
Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
V. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971 -413-135 DB Cooper-8806
b6 bC
PD 164-41
In view of continuing doubt as to whether FUGATE is alive or dead, Cleveland should immediately examine appropriate records which would reflect certification of death of pilot of Buckeye Air Service, Elyria, Ohio, Beechcraft airplane which crashed at Toledo Express Airport, Toledo, Ohio, 2/18/71.
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DB Cooper-887
7/7/72
AIRTEL AIRMAI

TO:	ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM :	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)

P)
b6 b7C
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Elim
Bo Bureau airtel to Portland, 6/15/72.
and Portland conducted investigation at Cons Bag Oregon, and eliminated as suspect in this matter. Origin, Seattle, advised of above by carlier communication.
b6 b7C
Above for information and completion of Bureau file.
2-Bureau 2-Seattle (164-81) 2-Portland RPH: jmp (6)
1611 01 -3592
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ( CEILED JUL 1 1 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
80
DB
2-Bureau 2-Seattle (164-81) 2-Portland RPH: jmp (6)
1611 01 -3592
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ( CEILED JUL 1 1 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
80
DB Cooper-888
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/7/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72)
Sub- 130
NORJACK
ReWFOnitel to Alexandria and Seattle, 5/19/72; and Boston teletype, 5/20/72.
Enclosed herewith for Seattle is one letter mentioned in referenced teletypes, which is addressed to "D.B. COOPER, 200 East Street, Olongato, P.I., Virginia."
Inasmuch as there is no such place as Olongao, Va., no investigation concerning this matter can be conducted in the Alexandria Division.
Inasmuch as Alexandria is not aware of what, if any, investigation has been conducted at the Rhode Island Sky-Diving Club, 40 Waldron Avenue, W. Barrington, R.I., the letter is being forwarded to your Division for whatever action deemed appropriate by the office of origin. 2- Seattle (Enc. 1) Reed
I-Alexandria
164-81-3593
OFL: CMS (3)
AIRTEL
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED/223 FILED JUN _5 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
Approved:
1) Reed
I-Alexandria
164-81-3593
OFL: CMS (3)
AIRTEL
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED/223 FILED JUN _5 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
Approved: 20m/s
Sent
M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-889
6/27/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
Leib 130
TO
:
SAC, BOSTON (164-153)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE: D.B. COOPER LETTER
Re Alexandria airtel to Seattle 6/7/72 and Boston teletype to Director 5/20/72. Enclosed for Boston is one copy of the envelope and letter contained therein which was addressed to D.B. COOPER, 200 East St., W. Olongapo, R.I. Virginia.
LEAD
BOSTON DIVISION
At West Barrington, R.I.
Will interview concerning his having sent this letter and any connection it might have with captioned matter.
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- Boston (Encl 2) 2) - Seattle JSD :k1b (4)
pais
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Savebol 4 Iorializ01 Fadexad 211od
DB Cooper-8810 164-81-3594=
302 V. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1.
Date of transcription
April 27, 1972
at his home and furnished the following information: b7c
was interviewed b6
He advised that he had met
at Washington Park some time in January, while he was
Date of transcription
April 27, 1972
at his home and furnished the following information: b7c
was interviewed b6
He advised that he had met
at Washington Park some time in January, while he was walking his dog. He believed that had lived in the Denver area since lant July and was living with a girl known to advised that presently lives at Ontario, Canada, and
b6 b7C
stated that it is his belief that
may be presently residing there.
advised that when he met was the owner of a 1963 Porsche. stated that he mentioned to that he would like to buy this vehicle from and b6 b7C
had agreed to sell him the vehicle for $2,000 cash. advised that he had borrowed this money from his father and had transacted the purchase with stated that on the day he was ot buy the Porsche, had brought the vehicle to house and that they had test-driven it prior to the final purchase. advised that, after driving the vehicle, he had given $2,000 in cash for the vehicle.
advised that he and had then visited for a few minutes, and then had requested to drive the vehicle home to take a shower and clean up. stated that, since he
had known for approximately three months, he trusted and saw nothing unusual about
stated that, since he
had known for approximately three months, he trusted and saw nothing unusual about this request. However, advised he has not seen the Porsche or his money since this time. stated that the above transaction took place approximately the first day of April.
advised that was also the owner of a 1968 Dodge Charger, and at the time that the 1963 Porsche and the $2,000 cash, he went to
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164-81-3595
Interviewed on 4/14/72 at Denver, Colorado
File # Denver 25-15298
SEARCHED INDEXED 1
by SA
vir Date dictated 4/20/20 FILED b6
MAY 1 1972
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丰 
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-8811
disappeared with home at and antared the Charger and pushed it to his residence at advised that he searched the Charger at this time and found in it numerous bills from various banks and credit companies, indicating had borrowed sums of money and never repaid any of these sums.
at advised that he searched the Charger at this time and found in it numerous bills from various banks and credit companies, indicating had borrowed sums of money and never repaid any of these sums. also advised that he had found a Polaroid photograph of :unselecte:
1
i
25-15298
2.
approximately $200,000 in cash, lying on a Rocky Mountain News newspaper. advised that he had no idea how might have come into possession of this sum of money.
advised that he believed may have dealt in marijuana, but did not believe that he could have sold enough marijuana to equal this sum of money. stated that is in possession of a set of matched throwing knives and a Bowie knife, and has been taking karate lessons.
furnished the following description of :unselected

Height	612"
Weight	180 to 190 pounds
Hair	Black; parted in the middle; medium long
Eyes	Brown
Characteristics	Wears beard
furnished the following description of :unselected

Height	612"
Weight	180 to 190 pounds
Hair	Black; parted in the middle; medium long
Eyes	Brown
Characteristics	Wears beard and moustache, dresses neatly.

y.
DB Cooper-8812
b6 b7C
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4/28 /72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL, REGISTERED
TO:
SAC, OMAHA (25-10527)
FROM: SAC, DENVER (25-15298) (P)
SUBJECT:
FUGIVI VIO SSN SSA X.
b6 b7C
(00: OMAHA)
Bufile
Re Omaha airtel to Denver, dated 4/13/72.
Enclosed for all receiving offices is one copy of FD-302 reflecting interview of Also enclosed for b6 each receiving office is one photograph of subject and' one reproduction of photograph of U. S. currency found in subject's 1968 Dodge Charger.
b7C
For information of Seattle, one copy of photograph of subject and photograph of currency is being forwarded to that division as a possible lead in their case entitled D.
b7C
For information of Seattle, one copy of photograph of subject and photograph of currency is being forwarded to that division as a possible lead in their case entitled D. B. COOPER.
Original of photograph of currency has been forwarded to FBI Laboratory for their examination.
For information of all receiving offices,
b6 b7c
Warrant for subject issued by U. S. Marshall
2 - Omaha (Encs. 3) (AM, RM)
2 - Cleveland (Encs. 3) (AM, RM) 2 -- Minneapolis (Encs. 3) (AM, RM) 2 - Oklahoma City (Encs. 3) (AM, RM) 1 Seattle (Encs. 3) (AM, RM) (Info) ved 2 - San Antonio (Encs. 3) (AM, RM) 2 - Denver WMP: vir (13)
15
164-81-3596
SEARCHED SCINDEXED MMR SERIANZED ALL FILED mg MAY D 1972 0p FBI - SEATTLE
q
DB Cooper-883
DN 25-15298
Des Moines, Iowa, on 10/20/71, and b6 b7C
$2, 500 surety bond recommended.
Subject is described as White male, American,
DOB
POB
6'2"2", 187 pounds, b6 b7C
brown hair, brown eyes, Social Security Number
LEADS:
THE CLEVELAND DIVISION:
AT AKRON, OHIO: Will identify subscriber of tele-
phone number and consider discreet interview regarding whereabouts of captioned subject.
DOB
POB
6'2"2", 187 pounds, b6 b7C
brown hair, brown eyes, Social Security Number
LEADS:
THE CLEVELAND DIVISION:
AT AKRON, OHIO: Will identify subscriber of tele-
phone number and consider discreet interview regarding whereabouts of captioned subject.
THE MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION:
AT MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA: Will identify subscriber
of telephone number and consider discreet inter- view regarding subject's whereabouts and activities.
THE OKLAHOMA CITY DIVISION:
AT TULSA, OKLAHOMA: Will identify subscriber of
telephone number and consider discreet interview regarding subject's whereabouts and activities.
THE OMAHA DIVISION:
AT IOWA CITY, IOWA: Will identify subscribers of
telephone numbers
and consider discreet interviews regarding subject's whereabouts and activities.
THE SAN ANTONIO DIVISION:
AT AUSTIN, TEXAS: Will identify subscriber of tele-
phone number and consider discreet interview b6 regarding subject's whereabouts and activities. b7C
-2-
DB Cooper-8814
b6
- b7c
b6
b7c
b6 b7c
b6 bc
DN 25-15298
THE DENVER DIVISION: AT BAILEY, COLORADO: Will identify subscribers of telephone numbers b6 b7C
and consider discreet interviews regarding subject's where- abouts and activities.
b6
b7c
b6 b7c
b6 bc
DN 25-15298
THE DENVER DIVISION: AT BAILEY, COLORADO: Will identify subscribers of telephone numbers b6 b7C
and consider discreet interviews regarding subject's where- abouts and activities.
Results of all investigations should be furnished to the Denver and Omaha Divisions in view of pending inves- tigations.
Inasmuch as captioned subject has been previously arrested for unlawful possession of a weapon, and is presently known to carry throwing knives, he should be considered ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-8815
*-
6/27/72
SAC, DENVER (25-15298)
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
" FUGITIVE
SSN SSA 00: OMAHA
Re Denver airtel to Omaha 4/28/72.
From a review of the information contained in referenced airtel and enclosure, it would appear that this matter is not identical with Seattle NORJAK file inasmuch as the money paid to the UNSUB in NORJAK consisted entirely of $20 bills and the photograph of money enclosed with referenced airtel, depicted $50 and $100 bills.
2 . Denver (25-15298)
1 - Omaha (25-10527) (Info)
2 ~ Seattle JSD : klb (5) NO mz
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X
DB Cooper-8816 164-81-357
6/27/7

SAC,	DENVER (25-15298)
Denver (25-15298)
1 - Omaha (25-10527) (Info)
2 ~ Seattle JSD : klb (5) NO mz
b6 b7C
X
DB Cooper-8816 164-81-357
6/27/7

SAC,	DENVER (25-15298)
SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)

1)
b6 b7c
SSN SSA 00: OMANIA
Re Denver airtel to Omaha 4/28/72.
From a review of the information contained in referenced airtel and enclosure, it would appear that this matter is not identical with Seattle NORJAK file inasmuch as the money paid to the UNSUB in NORJAK consisted entirely of $20 bills and the photograph of money enclosed with referenced airtel, depicted $50 and $100 bills. 
2 - Denver (25-15298) 1 .- Omaha (25-10527) (Info) // 2 - Seattle JSD: k1b (5)
DB Cooper-8817 164-81-357
SAC, OMAHA (25-10527)
6/28/72
SAC, DENVER (25-15298) (RUC)
Aka -
FUGITIVE SSN SSA 00: Omaha Bufile: b6 b7C
Re Omaha letter to Denver 5/30/72; Denver airtel to Omaha 4/28/72.
For information of Omaha, Denver, Colorado, advised that the telephone calls furnished in re airtel had been made by on his telephone previous to departure
from the Denver area.
For information of Omaha, Denver, Colorado, advised that the telephone calls furnished in re airtel had been made by on his telephone previous to departure
from the Denver area. advised that he was billed by Mountain Bell for these calls.
On 6/12/72 Denver PD, advised that he had no further information in reference to their warrant on captioned subject but would advise the Denver Division of the FBI should any developments occur.
For the information of Seattle, the following possible serial numbers were obtained from the photo Included with re airtel: In the lower center of the photo of the $50 bills were B08634096A and D02884690A. NCIC was negative on both serial numbers as checked by Denver Divi- sion.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Omaha (RM)
0 Seattle (164-81) (RM) 1 - Denver UMP:pld (4)
164-81-3598
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED MB FILED JUL 1 1972 FBI · SEATTLE JA
DB Cooper-8818
b6 b7C
b6 b7c :unselecte:
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (a CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/12/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
Re Seattle airtel to Oklahoma City dated June 27, 1972.
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/12/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
Re Seattle airtel to Oklahoma City dated June 27, 1972.
On July 6, 1972, Bellevue Arport, advised that he remembers seeing the aircraft mentioned in referenced communication at the Bellevue Airport last fall. stated that the plane was owned by but was sold by him sometime in late November. does not know who bought the plane from and he also stated that the Air Field keeps no records of arrivals and departures of aircraft.
That same date, Bellevue Airport, Bellevue, Washington,
advised that he remembered had checked out an individual in the aircraft for a few days prior to the sale of the aircraft. could not remember anything about this individual that checked out but it was his understanding that the plane was bought by someone from Oklahoma City.
- Seattle JTS/rse (2)
164-81-3599
SEARCHEDINDEXED 1 SERIALIZEDFILED JUL. 1 219/2 FBILZ SEATTLE
9016-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8819
b6 b7C
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b6 b7C :unselecte:
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60)
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-) NORJAK
7/13/72 Sub €
Re
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8819
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
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SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60)
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-) NORJAK
7/13/72 Sub €
Re Las Vegas letter to the Bureau dated 11/26/71 and report from the Identification Division dated 11/29/71, copies of which were furnished to Seattle and Portland.
The report from the Identification Division made reference to 11 transparent lifts apparently submitted to the Identification Division by Las Vegas letter of 11/26/71. This report indicated that the latent prints on the submitted lifts were of no value. If Seattle was furnished a copy of Las Vegas letter 11/26/71, submitting latents, we are unable to locate it at this time.
Las Vegas is therefore requested to submit to Seattle, three Xerox copies of Las Vegas letter dated 11/26/71. 
2 - Las Vegas (164-60) 2 - Seattle (164-81) CEP : k1b 20. 164-81- 382 (4)
Rub
Cm
DB Cooper-8820 164-81-360
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date: 7/13/72
PLAINTEXT
Transmit the following in
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Via TELETYPE
NITEL
(Priority)
00
TO : ACTING DIRECTOR; FBI (164-2111)
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK.
5-22-64)
FBI
Date: 7/13/72
PLAINTEXT
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE
NITEL
(Priority)
00
TO : ACTING DIRECTOR; FBI (164-2111)
FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
WEEKLY SUMMARY
NORJAK.'
NAMES OF ADDITIONAL SUSPECTS CONTINUE TO BE RECEIVED AND APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATION INSTITUTED. BOEING FILES PERTAINING TO INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN RESEARCH ON THE BOEING SEVEN TWO SEVEN HAVE THUS FAR DEVELOPED NO PROMISING SUSPECTS.' AUSA ADVISED THAT AN INFORMATION WAS FILED IN UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT; JULY THIRTEEN INSTANT, CHARGING
AND WITH FOUR COUNTS, INCLUDING TITLE EIGHTEEN, SECTIONS TWO THREE ONE FOUR, ONE THREE FOUR THREE, THREE SEVEN ONE, AND TITLE EIGHTEEN, SECTION TWO .!
CEF/rmh (1) Und
164-81-3601
Approved:
Sent 930 M Per JM
Special Agent in Charge
V. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
DB Cooper-8821
b6 bc
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/14/72
FROM :
Je .
ASAC JOSEPH E. O'CONNELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Subsequent to my arrival in Seattle, I have taken every opportunity to review results of investigation conducted in this matter.
O'CONNELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Subsequent to my arrival in Seattle, I have taken every opportunity to review results of investigation conducted in this matter.
b6 b7c
I am of the opinion that the investigation requires the complete investigative attention of one Agent and with this in mind I have designated SA to conduct such investigation. I have instructed to insure that his present cases are brought to a logical conclusion and/or posted at the earliest possible time after which they will be reassigned to SA on transfer to Seattle, from Los Angeles. I have further instructed SA to get together with SA CHARLES E. FARRELL so he can get his bearings on the NORJAK matter and then to vigorously pursue all investigative leads in this case.
JEO:klb SA FARRELL to whom the case was previously assigned (3) is the only approved relief for the #2 Desk and in addition performs other administrative duties which precludes him from giving his undivided attention to the NORJAK which it deserves.
164-81-3602 SEARCHED. INDEXED. SERIALIZED ML FILED JUL 10. 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
Det Reassign To
5010-100
Buy U.
164-81-3602 SEARCHED. INDEXED. SERIALIZED ML FILED JUL 10. 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
Det Reassign To
5010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-8822
RUN b6
bC
7/14/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
ASAC JOSEPH E. O'CONNELL
NORJAK
Subsequent to my arrival in Seattle, I have taken every opportunity to review results of investigation conducted in this matter.
I am of the opinion that the investigation requires the complete investigative attention of one Agent and with this in mind I have designated SA to conduct such investigation. I have instructed to insure that his present cases are brought to a logical conclusion and/or posted at the earliest possible time after which they will be reassigned to SA further instructed SA to get together with SA CHARLES on transfer to Seattle, from Los Angeles. I have E. FARRELL so he can get his bearings on the NORJAK matter and then to vigorously pursue all investigative leads in this case.
JEO:k1b SA FARRELL to whom the case was previously assigned (3) is the only approved relief for the #2 Desk and in addition performs other
JEO:k1b SA FARRELL to whom the case was previously assigned (3) is the only approved relief for the #2 Desk and in addition performs other administrative duties which precludes him from giving his undivided attention to the NORJAK which it deserves.
b6 b7C
164-81-36020
SEARCHED. INDEXED SERIALIZED MAZ FILED 100% JUL IC. 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-883
DE FBI SE GA
INDEX PJ 2
PNR 001 BI PLAIN
4:20 PM URGENT 7/15/72 PFM
TO SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM BUTTE (164-26) (P) 3 PAGES
NORJACK, 00 SEATTLE. REURTEL, 'JULY TWELVE LAST. REFERENCE
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b6 b7C
SANDPOINT, IDAHO, ADVISED THEY SOLD
IN OCTOBER, NINETEEN SEVENTY-ONE, FOR THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS PLUS TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS CASH FROM AFTER UNSUB S COMPOSI I DRAWING APPEARED IN PAPER b6 b7C
REMARKED TO HE WAS A LOOK A LIKE AND THEREAFTER 
APPEARED TO HAVE A PERSONALITY CHANGE AND HAS NOT REMAINED AS FRIENDLY AS BEFORE.
CONTACT WITH IDAHO FIRST NATIONAL BANK, SANDPOINT, DISCLOSED HAS HAD LOAN ACCOUNTS SINCE NINETEEN SIXTY-FIVE AND CURRENTLY HAS AN OUTSTANDING CONSOLIDATED LOAN IN THE AMOUNT END PAGE ONE
Farell
IDAHO FIRST NATIONAL BANK, SANDPOINT, DISCLOSED HAS HAD LOAN ACCOUNTS SINCE NINETEEN SIXTY-FIVE AND CURRENTLY HAS AN OUTSTANDING CONSOLIDATED LOAN IN THE AMOUNT END PAGE ONE
Farell advid
7-15-72
em
lead at Anohomes
Lead
164-81-2603
SEARCHEDINDEXED SERIALIZED MB FILED JUL 13 1972
b6
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DB Cooper-884
PAGE TWO
OF THREE SEVEN THREE THREE DOLLARS. ON OCTOBER EIGHTEEN, .)LAST, BORROWED THRITEEN HUNDRED DOLLARS TOWARDS TH PURCHASE b6 b7c OF WITHDRAWING TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS FROM HIS SAVINGS ACCOUNT.
INVESTIGATION DEVELOPED FORMERLY EMPLOYED BY b6
b7c
AND TERMINATED OCTOBER
TWENTY-SEVEN, LAST, AND WORKS PAR-TIME AT SANDPOINT AIRPORT, DESCRIBES
b6 b7c
HIM AS A CHEAT AND INCAPABLE OF NORJAK.
IDAHO, , DESCRIBED HIM AS HAVING NO COURAGE OR ABILITY FOR NORJAK AND A CHEATER, LIAR AND DUMB. HER DESCRIPTION OF HIM IS SIX FEET ZERO INCHES, ONE EIGHT ZERO POUNDS, VERY BLUE EYES, . BLACK KINKY HAIR WITH CURL HANGING OVER FOREHEAD WHICH COVERS 'BALDING ON TOP AND SMOKES/KOOL CIGARETTES.
IDAHO DRIVER S LICENSE DESCRIBES AS WHITE MALE,
BORN
SIX FEET, ZERO INCHES
b6 b7C
END PAGE TWO
b6 b7c
DB Cooper-8825 :unselecte:
IDAHO DRIVER S LICENSE DESCRIBES AS WHITE MALE,
BORN
SIX FEET, ZERO INCHES
b6 b7C
END PAGE TWO
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DB Cooper-8825 :unselecte:
PAGE THREE
ONE SEVEN FIVE POUNDS, BLUE EYES, BROWN HAIR. EFFORTS TO PLACE LOCATION ON NORJAK DATE b6 b7C
DISCLOSED ONE
RESIDING
AT SNOHOMISH. WASHINGTON, TELEPHONE MAY HAVE BEEN IN SANDPOINT AREA AND WITH
LNU, AGE CURRENTLY LIVING WITH
WILL BE CONTACTED TO ASCERTAIN
LOCATION ON PERTINENT DATE.
END
JRW FBI SE CLR
AIRTIL 0 TO OBTAIN AUDIOLIEN
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DB Cooper-8826 :unselecte:
DE FBI SE GA
PNR 001 BT PLAIN
4:20 PM URGENT 7/15/72 PFM TO SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM BUTTE (164-26) (P) 3 PAGES NORJACK, 00 SEATTLE. REURTEL, JULY TWELVE LAST. REFERENCE
SANDPOINT, IDAHO, ADVISED THEY SOLD
IN OCTOBER, NINETEEN SEVENTY-ONE, FOR THREE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS PLUS TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS CASH FROM
AFTER UNSUB S COMPOSI T DRAWING APPEARED IN PAPER REMARKED TO HE WAS A LOOK A LIKE AND THEREAFTER APPEARED TO HAVE A PERSONALITY CHANGE AND HAS NOT REMAINED AS FRIENDLY AS BEFORE.
CONTACT WITH IDAHO FIRST NATIONAL BANK, SANDPOINT, DISCLOSED HAS HAD LOAN ACCOUNTS SINCE NINETEEN SIXTY-FIVE AND
CONTACT WITH IDAHO FIRST NATIONAL BANK, SANDPOINT, DISCLOSED HAS HAD LOAN ACCOUNTS SINCE NINETEEN SIXTY-FIVE AND CURRENTLY HAS AN OUTSTANDING CONSOLIDATED LOAN IN THE AMOUNT END PAGE ONE
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DB Cooper-8827
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OF THREE SEVEN THREE THREE DOLLARS. ON OCTOBER EIGHTEEN, )LAST, OF WITHDRAWING TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS FROM HIS BORROWED THRITEEN HUNDRED DOLLARS TOWARDS TH PURCHASE b6 b7C SAVINGS ACCOUNT.
INVESTIGATION DEVELOPED FORMERLY EMPLOYED BY 
AND TERMINATED OCTOBER TWENTY-SEVEN, LAST, AND WORKS PAR-TIME AT SANDPOINT AIRPORT,
DESCRIBES HIM AS A CHEAT AND INCAPABLE OF NORJAK.
IDAHO
DESCRIBED HIM AS HAVING NO COURAGE OR ABILITY FOR NORJAK AND A CHEATER, LIAR AND DUMB. HER DESCRIPTION OF HIM IS SIX FEET ZERO INCHES, ONE EIGHT ZERO POUNDS, VERY BLUE EYES, BLACK KINKY HAIR WITH CURL HANGING OVER FOREHEAD WHICH COVERS A BALDING ON TOP AND SMOKES KOOL CIGARETTES.
HER DESCRIPTION OF HIM IS SIX FEET ZERO INCHES, ONE EIGHT ZERO POUNDS, VERY BLUE EYES, BLACK KINKY HAIR WITH CURL HANGING OVER FOREHEAD WHICH COVERS A BALDING ON TOP AND SMOKES KOOL CIGARETTES.
IDAHO DRIVER S LICENSE DESCRIBES AS WHITE MALE, BORN
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END PAGE TWO
DB Cooper-8828
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ONE SEVEN FIVE POUNDS, BLUE EYES, BROWN HAIR. EFFORTS TO PLACE LOCATION ON NORJAK DATE b6 b7c
DISCLOSED ONE AT SNOHOMISH. WASHINGTON, TELEPHONE
RESIDING
MAY HAVE BEEN IN SANDPOINT AREA AND WITH . CURRENTLY LIVING WITH LNU, AGE 
WILL BE CONTACTED TO ASCERTAIN LOCATION ON PERTINENT DATE.
END
JRW FBI SE CLR
DB Cooper-889
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (U CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
1
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 7/19/72
FROM :
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE: COMPLAINTS DURING SEARCH NEAR MERWIN DAM
On Monday, 7/17/72, SA THOMAS J. MANNING advised that he had received an inquiry from Washington, concerning the damage to his driveway located near the first bivouac site when heavy Army trucks caused deep ruts in the roadway.
MANNING advised that he had received an inquiry from Washington, concerning the damage to his driveway located near the first bivouac site when heavy Army trucks caused deep ruts in the roadway.
A review of Seattle records concerning the search disclosed that an original complaint was made by 3/26/72, which was immediately turned over to Army authorities and on 3/27/72. and Ft. Lewis, Washington, who were at that time at the Command Post at Merwin Dam, were apprised of this complaint.
SA MANNING requested that Army authorities be contacted to obtain some relief for who plans to sell his property and would like the damage repaired.
On 7/17/72 SA was requested to contact Army authorities and later on the same date, he advised he left an appropriate message with the office of as well as with the request that they directly contact at telephone or the latter number being the telephone of
(9 - 164-81 1 - 164-81 SUB DD CEF : k1b (2) Rua
164-81 -3604
SEARCHED ________ INDEXED SERIALIZED 1MB FILED Ym JUL 19 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
1/5
5010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8830
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FD-36 (Rev.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8830
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 7/18/72
Transmit the following in 1
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
(Priority

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
FROM:	SAC, BOSTON	(164-153) (RUC) Sub 130.

0.
SUBJECT: NORJAC
Re D.B. COOPER letter, and Seattle airtel to Boston, 6/27/72.
Rhode Island, was interviewed and contacted 7/15 and 7/17/72. He furnished the following information re D.B. COOPER letter:
He has been an active skydiver for approximately 11 years. He is currently a member of Rhode Island Skydivers, a club which jumps at Richmond Airport, Rt. 138, Richmond, R.I. He also has incorporated Rhode Island Skydivers, Inc., which handles equipment and group administration with Headquarters
During Christmas, 1971, he received a greeting card from a friend, who is also a skydiver recognized
signed the card D.B. COOPER, however, handwriting.
equipment and group administration with Headquarters
During Christmas, 1971, he received a greeting card from a friend, who is also a skydiver recognized
signed the card D.B. COOPER, however, handwriting. has not retained the card.
In May, 1972, was distributing numerous circulars for the Rhode Island Skydivers. He sent a circular to at the address provided on the Christmas card which was bearly legible and which he recalls only as some place in Virginia. He vaguely recalls writing 2 - Seattle 1 - Alexandria (Info) 1 - Boston JFB: las (4)
164-81-3605
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED MI FILED m
JUL 2 0 1972
FBI -SEATTLE
Approved: DAKI
Sent
M Per 10
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8831
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a note on the reverse of the circular, and he stated that this had absolutely no connection with captioned matter. stated he had considered the greeting card merely a joke and decided to address the envelope and circular to D.B. COOPER.
is described by
as a white male, 5 feet 11 Inches; 175 pounds; black hair.
recently finished a three year enlistment in the United States Navy and was attached to ahshipip at
recently finished a three year enlistment in the United States Navy and was attached to ahshipip at Newport Naval Base, Newport, Rhode Island. He was discharged approximately one year ago and began college at the University of Virginia.
had no other details but feels can be reached through:
The following description of obtained from observation and interview:
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Name :
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
Social Security Account Number :
Sex:
Male
Race:
White
2.
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DB Cooper-882
BS 164-15

Height:	5 feet 11 inches
Weight:	175 pounds
Hair:	Red
Eyes:	Blue
Scars or marks:	None

ne
Military Service:
Previous residence:
(number unrecalled), New Orleans, La.
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Previous employ- ment:
Seaboard Finance at New Orleans
Present Address:
Rhode Island
15 years)
Employment:
Rhode Island
Marital Status:
Married
Parents:
3.
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Previous employ- ment:
Seaboard Finance at New Orleans
Present Address:
Rhode Island
15 years)
Employment:
Rhode Island
Marital Status:
Married
Parents:
3.
DB Cooper-883
BS 164-153
LEADS
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
If deemed appropriate set out lead to contact Hartwood Aviation, Hartwood,
Virginia.
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4 .*
DB Cooper-884
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
DATE:
7/25/72
SubJ
/
On July 20, 1972, Washington, advised that he believes he knows a person who might possibly be a suspect in this case. requested that a composite drawing be shown to him so that he might make a better judgment as to the suspect's possibilities.
su en. 3844 ( cca Sub I
LEADS
SEATTLE At Washington
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Will display composite drawing to and obtain any information he may have in this matter.
RNN : set
RUN
(2)
Attached for RA handling :this lead is a xerox copy of an artists composite of UNSUB in this case and a memorandum setting forth UNSUB's physical description.
RNN : set
RUN
(2)
Attached for RA handling :this lead is a xerox copy of an artists composite of UNSUB in this case and a memorandum setting forth UNSUB's physical description. ,
CC MAIN ONLY
164-81-3606 SEARCHED. INDEXED ML SERIALIZED ML FILED JUL 28 1372 FBI-SEATTLE
KYK b6 b7C
5010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-8835
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FD-30 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/27/72
Transmit the following in
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, SAN ANTONIO (164-111) (P)
SUBJECT NORJAK (00: SEATTLE) 293
IA
Re Miami airtel to San Antonio, dated 6/12/72.
Enclosed for Seattle and Miami are one copy each of a photograph of taken in May of 1963. This photograph was contained in San Antonio file in which file is one of the subjects.
There is no description of in the file, but the file reflects that had U. S. Passport when he entered Mexico near Brownsville, Texas, in 1965.
Motor Vehicle Registrations, Department of Public Safety (DPS) , Austin, Texas, reflects that 1971 Texas license was issued to Eastland, Texas 76448, for a 1963 Cadillac, two-
Motor Vehicle Registrations, Department of Public Safety (DPS) , Austin, Texas, reflects that 1971 Texas license was issued to Eastland, Texas 76448, for a 1963 Cadillac, two- door, VIN issued
LEADS
DALLAS
AT EASTLAND, TEXAS. Above information concerning 1971
Texas furnished for information. 2 )- Seattle (Encs. 1)
2 - Miami (Encs. 1) (164-552) 2 - Dallas 2 - San Antonio JHM : sab (8)
LEAD
164-81-3607
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED CE. FILED JUL 1 1972 EBI . SEATTLE b6 b7c
Approved:
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-8836
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
„
*
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SA 164-111
MIAMI
AT FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA. Exhibit enclosed .
photograph of as instructed in referenced airtel.
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SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Exhibit enclosed photo- graph to appropriate witnesses.
SAN ANTONIO AT SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. Will submit results of credit and criminal checks based on information available.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-8837
-2
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10
MAY 1962 EDITION
GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-8837
-2
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10
MAY 1962 EDITION
GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.0
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO :
SAC,/ SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/29/72
FROM :
AC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re: Possible Suspect
FBI Number
X
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Enclosed for receiving offices are two copies each of California Department of Corrections Escape Bulletin Number and two photographs of
On 6/26/72, Special Agent, California Department of Corrections, Los Angeles, suggested
be considered a possible suspect in this matter and made available the enclosed photograph and bulletin.
advised a female source of unknown
reliability was contacted by in mid March 1972, at which time he offered the source $7,000 in $100 bills. advised has three weapons in his possession, described as a .38 caliber six-inch revolver, .25 caliber Beretta, and a .45 caliber Beretta.
He is known to have relatives, residing in Kennewick, Washington.
is currently being sought as a fugitive by the State of California and his whereabouts since October 1971, have been unknown.
is currently being sought as a fugitive by the State of California and his whereabouts since October 1971, have been unknown.
LEAD Seattle, Portland and Minneapolis are requested to display enclosed photographs to appropriate witnesses to ascertain if should be considered a logical suspect in this matter. 2 )- Seattle (Encls. 4) (AM) 2 - Minneapolis (Encls. 4) (AM) 2 - Portland (Encls. 4) (AM) 2 - Los Angeles crs/kah (8)
real
164-81-3609
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED /204_FILED JUL 3 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
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$010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-8839
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LA 164-497
In view of the fugitive status of
no additional leads are being set forth at this time for the purpose of establishing his whereabouts.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. and UNSUB SHOULD BE CONSIDERED
DB Cooper-8840
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 5010-104-01 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) P
DATE: 6/30/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Bureau Airtel to Kansas City 5/22/72
On 6/30/72
U.
10 5010-104-01 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) P
DATE: 6/30/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Bureau Airtel to Kansas City 5/22/72
On 6/30/72
U. S. Penitentiary, advised that a review of the prison file at this institution for reflects no information regarding a as being
a relative nor does that name appear on the approved correspondance list for inmate
The only names appearing as relatives of
were
An indices check for the name a reference under
reveals
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LEAD SEATTLE AT SEATTLE
Review above Bank Robbery file for information pertaining to to determine if he has
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RRB :
(2)
KAD 164-81-3610
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED M FILED JUL 5 1972 PAL ALL"TLE b6 b7c
DB Cooper-8841
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/5/72
FROM
:
SA ROBERT H. WICK
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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SUSPECT
Re: Telephone call from SA (A(Ja) 6/27/72.
of SA Attached herewith is photo of suspect persuant to request who advised that suspect had been reported by a Vancouver resident of suffering from injuries sustained about the time of the
of SA Attached herewith is photo of suspect persuant to request who advised that suspect had been reported by a Vancouver resident of suffering from injuries sustained about the time of the skyjack; also prior to, he made inquiries about altitude affecting his physical condition. He ostensibly made several large purchases following the skyjack, involving homes. There also is some coincidence involving one of his homes formerly occupied by a "D. B. COOPER."
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ACTION:
LE
Will show attached photo to witnesses.
RHW:
(2)
164-81-3611
SEARCHED INDEXED --- SERIALIZEVYK FILED - JULO 6 1972 EBL. SEATTLE
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5010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-882
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
2
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NOR.JAK
00: SEATTLE
DATE: July 6, 1972
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On June 13, 1972,
the
had no further information on the subject ever advised that one,
Vancouver, Washington, was an associate of the subject and would have more information on him. that has been in trouble before.
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On June 13, 1972,
the
had no further information on the subject ever advised that one,
Vancouver, Washington, was an associate of the subject and would have more information on him. that has been in trouble before. advised to
further advised
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reach
residence you take the
b7C
on the old highway
into Vancouver. provided the following description
of
Height:
5'6"
Weight:
145 lbs.
Hair:
Dark brown, combed back
Eyes :
Brown
Marital Status:
Unknown
Type of Work:
Either in the woods or as a laborer
also stated that one,
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knows the subject more than in Washington.
does and
lives b7C
LEADS
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b7C
SEATTLE
LEAD
AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON
Attempt to contact Washington, and obtain identifying information of 4.10
Vancouver, b6
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AT
WASHINGTON
164-81-3612 Attempt to locate and contact in order to develop enough descriptive data referenced so that criminal checks can be made at Vancouver, Washington.
5010-108
NLH: jgm (3) 1am
INDEXED /MY ECLAI VED MIS FILED 0, 1972 KAL SEATTLE
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was contacted at and advised that he HOW- X
ASSOCF
July 6, 1972
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
NOR JAK
UV: SEATTLE
On June 13.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings DB Cooper-8843
was contacted at and advised that he HOW- X
ASSOCF
July 6, 1972
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
NOR JAK
UV: SEATTLE
On June 13. 1972.
was .contacted at and advised that he
the
had no further information on the subject ever advised that one,
How-
Vancouver, Washington, was an associate of the subject and would have more information on him. further advised
that has been in trouble before. advised to reach residence you take
on the old highway
into Vancouver. provided the following description
of
Height:
5'6"
Weight: 145 1bs.
'Hair: Dark brown, combed back
Eyes :
Brown
Marital Status:
Unknown
Type of Work:
Either in the woods or as a laborer
also stated that one,
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knows the subject more than in
does and
lives
Washington.
LEADS
SEATTLE
AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON
Vancouver, b6
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AT
WASHINGTON
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Attempt to locate and contact order to develop enough descriptive data referenced so that criminal checks can be made at Vancouver, Washington.
Vancouver, b6
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AT
WASHINGTON
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164-81-3612 in
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Attempt to locate and contact order to develop enough descriptive data referenced so that criminal checks can be made at Vancouver, Washington.
NLH: jgm (3)
0. : 72
I-SIATILE DB Cooper-8844
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY HAR EDITION CSA FPMR ( CFR) 101-1L# UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
7/12/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
SUSPECT
Re Seattle memo of SA 13, 1972.
dated June
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On July 3, 1972, the files of the Seattle Police Department reflected that one was arrested on at Seattle, b7C b6
and again on Washington. At the time of the
Seattle, Washington
arrest she was living at She was described ac 
follows:
Name Race Sex Height Weight Hair Eyes DOB
POB At the time of the arrest she was living at Seattle, Washington, and was described as aka
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FOLLOWS :
Name Race Sex Height Weight Hair Eyes DOB POB
Q - Seattle JTS/rse (2) 120 gr
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2010-300
Buy U.
Seattle, Washington, and was described as aka
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FOLLOWS :
Name Race Sex Height Weight Hair Eyes DOB POB
Q - Seattle JTS/rse (2) 120 gr
LEAD 164-81-3613 SEARCHED OR DONGUIDO IMPEXES 200g SERIALITED 1 FILED 24/ JUL 021972 FBI & SEATTLE b6 b7c
2010-300
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-8845 ៛
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SE 164-81
LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
Attempt to locate at her past residences.
through investigation
(
Due to agent's transfer it is recommended that any further investigation of this suspect at Seattle be assigned to another agent.
- 2 -
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DB Cooper-886
FD-36°(Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
7/17/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIRTEL
Via
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
N.g. W FROM: f NORJAK
SAC, DETROIT (164-115) (P)
Re Louisville airtel to Seattle, 6/27/72. 1 For information of Louisville and Seattle, FBI Number was arrested
by Lincoln Park/ Michigan, Police Department on charged with Since date of arrest, has been lodged in the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, Detroit, Michigan. 17/296)
Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of taken by Ann Arbor, Michigan, Police Department
in 1/72.
17/296)
Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of taken by Ann Arbor, Michigan, Police Department
in 1/72.
LEAD: LOUISVILLE
AT PRESTONBURG, KENTUCKY:
Discontinue efforts to locate ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2- Seattle (Enc. - 1) rien 4 - Louisville (3 - 164-71) (1 -
2 - Detroit (1 - 164-115) (1 - JLM/jw (8)
LE SEARCHED _INDEXED SERIALIZED MAZ FILED JUL &1 1972 FBI-SEATTLE W
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RUN REVIEW FILER
Approved:
Sent M Per DB Cooper-8847
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
Special Agent in Charge
DISPLAY PHOTO TO WITNESSES 164-81-3614
RUN 7/31/4
DIRECTOR, FBI ATTENTION: FBI LABORATORY
11/26/71
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
Sub- G
UNKNOWN SUBJECT; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIGHJACKING; EXTORTION 00: Seattle
Enclosed for the Laboratory are eleven latents lifted from certain areas of the highjacked aircraft.
It is requested that these latents be examined to determine whether any of these have any value for identification purposes.
It is requested that these latents be examined to determine whether any of these have any value for identification purposes.
Advise Las Vegas, Seattle and Portland of the results,
recid by L. V. let No SE 7/20172 Ser/3616
2-Bureau (Encs. 11) 1-Portland (Info) 1-Seattle (164-81) (Info) 1-Las Vegas WES: ffs (5) Oh
164-81-3615 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 103 FILED by JUL 25 1972 FBJ - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-888
11/26/71
DIRECTOR, FBI ATTENTION: FBI LABORATORY SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
UNKNOWN SUBJECT; NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305, PORTLAND TO SEATTLE, 11/24/71 CAA - HIGHJACKING; EXTORTION 00: . Seattle
Enclosed for the Laboratory are eleven latents lifted from certain areas of the highjacked aircraft.
It is requested that these latents be examined to determine whether any of these have any value for identification purposes.
Advise Las Vegas, Seattle and Portland of the results,
2-Bureau (Encs. 11) 1-Portland (Info) 1-Seattle (164-81) ( Info) 1-Las Vegas WES:ffs (5)
164-81-3615 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED /MB FILED M JULE 5 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-889
K "OPTIONAL FORM NO.
11) 1-Portland (Info) 1-Seattle (164-81) ( Info) 1-Las Vegas WES:ffs (5)
164-81-3615 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED /MB FILED M JULE 5 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-889
K "OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SI) HUIS VEGAS (164-60)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE: 7/20/72
Sub &
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Re Seattle letter 7/13/72. Enclosed for Seattle are three xerox copies Las Vegas letter to Bureau dated 11/26/71, per your request.
RE:
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Las Vegas. advised //14/12, he has recently been informed that
now resides at
Longview, Washington.
2 - Seattle (Enc. 3) 1 - Las Vegas HEH: bsh (3)
16.4.81-3616 SEARCHED ._ INDEXED SERIALIZED ML FILED JUL 205 1972 FBI-SEATTLE ManieryA
5010-108-02
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-880
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1902 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOV Memorandum
NMENT
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/25/72
₣
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Enclosed for RA handling lead setout below is
one copy of serial 2030 and one copy of serial 2592.
STATES GOV Memorandum
NMENT
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/25/72
₣
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Enclosed for RA handling lead setout below is
one copy of serial 2030 and one copy of serial 2592.
LEAD
SEATTLE At Longview, Washington
Locate and interview
Longview, re his whereabouts at the time of captioned hijacking.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION CSA PPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/25/72
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJACK
00: SEATTLE
RE
On 7/25/72.
(PROTECT BY REQUEST) Seattle, Washington, phone number
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telephonically contacted the office of the FBI Seattle and advised as follow:
Seattle
While recently attending a cocktail party in overheard a conversation between two Both
close associates 
men were discussing NORJACKaadd were talking how a mutal associate at Stanford University at could possibly have committed the crime in as
between two Both
close associates 
men were discussing NORJACKaadd were talking how a mutal associate at Stanford University at could possibly have committed the crime in as much as he was the "blacksheep" of the crowd. And stated that this individual had the name of (PHON.), fit the general description of
D.B. COOPER and after leaving Stanford had gone into the paratroopers in the U.S. Army. 
advised that is at the New England Fish Company and that in a local business.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 1 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (a CPR) 101-1L6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
DATE: · 7/25/72
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJACK
00: SEATTLE
On 7/25/72
(PROTECT BY REQUEST) Seattle, Washington, phone number
telephonically contacted the office of the FBI Seattle and advised as follow:
Seattle While recently attending a cocktail party in overheard a conversation between two
close associates
phone number
telephonically contacted the office of the FBI Seattle and advised as follow:
Seattle While recently attending a cocktail party in overheard a conversation between two
close associates Both 
men were discussing NORJACKaadd were talking how a mutal associate at Stanford University at could possibly have committed the crime in as and much as he was the "blacksheep" of the crowd. stated that this individual had the name of (PHON.), fit the general description of D.B. COOPER and after leaving Stanford had gone into the paratroopers in the U.S. Army. 
advised that at the New England Fish Company and that in a local business.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 182 EDITION GSA FPMR (n CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
DATE:
3/29/72
FNU
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Attached is a copy of a letter received by the SEATTLE POST INTELLIGENCER in response to their Secret Witness
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
DATE:
3/29/72
FNU
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Attached is a copy of a letter received by the SEATTLE POST INTELLIGENCER in response to their Secret Witness program setting forth information concerning captioned matter. This letter was furnished by the POST INTELLIGENCER.
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DB Cooper-884
When a young couple who have lived modestly for years suddenly begins to acquire many material possessions (without employment status change or receipt of an inheritance, etc.) suspicions are aroused.
Recent Acquisitions:
New or nearly new Cadillac - License
address, Beautiful three-year old home on (I understand) . Buying into company husband works for -
Diamond earrings, 1/2 carat each
Orthodontic work planned for this summer, etc.
The name'is or very similar. They presently are renting a portion of
By the way, the man has a pilot's license.
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DB Cooper-8855 :unselecte:
OPTIONAL FORM NO.
They presently are renting a portion of
By the way, the man has a pilot's license.
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DB Cooper-8855 :unselecte:
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INI EDITION GSA FPMR (a CPR) 101-IL6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 3/29/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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Attached is a copy of a letter received by the SEATTLE POST INTELLIGENCER in response to their Secret Witness program setting forth information concerning captioned matter. This letter was furnished by the POST INTELLIGENCER.
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1
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT EVERETT, WASHINGTON
On June 12, 1972, nee was located and interviewed at her
current residence,
has been separated from two years, and is presently She advised she last saw he stopped by
She advised she for approximately
on December 6, 1971, when She stated she received
a letter from him on April 8, 1972, with the return address of Boise, Idaho.
and interviewed at her
current residence,
has been separated from two years, and is presently She advised she last saw he stopped by
She advised she for approximately
on December 6, 1971, when She stated she received
a letter from him on April 8, 1972, with the return address of Boise, Idaho. She received a second
letter from him on May 10, 1972, with the return address of Twin Falls, Idaho. In the second letter he advised he was in jail for a short time since he last saw her, but she could not recall where it was that he had been picked up. He stated in his letter that
he was working as He stated he was in the process of getting a roofer's license and intended to work at that and send some money He did not say in what city or state he intended to get this license.
advised she would immediately contact the Everett Resident Agency if she received any further information concerning whereabouts. She advised that the State Parole and Probation Department had contacted her for information leading to the whereabouts of and that she had provided them the same information set out herein.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO.
leading to the whereabouts of and that she had provided them the same information set out herein.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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DATE: 6-5-72
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
: 19 SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK b6 b7C
On May 31, 1972, at 6:25 PM, appeared at the Akron, Ohio Resident Agency with { female who he identified as not further identified.
stated to SA
that he was a former police officer on the Edmonton, Alberta, Police Department from He stated that his current residence is Quebec, Canada, telephone He advised that he is a Canadian citizen and that he is touring the United States at the present time. He stated that during the past six months he has done nothing but travel throughout Europe and Africa. He stated that while overseas he learned of the captioned matter through the press and he heard the description of the suspect, D. B. COOPER. He stated that he thought a great deal about the matter and finally decided to inform the FBI of a person who he considers to be a logical suspect.
He stated that he thought a great deal about the matter and finally decided to inform the FBI of a person who he considers to be a logical suspect.
a white 
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'He stated that male citizen of Canada, is similar in physical description to the description carried in the press of D. B. COOPER. He stated that was one of Canada's foremost criminals in the early 1960s. He described as a lone operator, a man of daring, a person who fits the description of UNSUB, and a former member of the in World War II. He stated that
is
complete background and identifying data on available in the June, 1967 issue of the He stated that was arrested by the Edmonton
Police Department in the Summer of and sentenced to 7 years in the Prince Albert Penitentiary, Saskatchewan. He stated that was released prior to completion of sentence, sometime in early 1971.
This information is being furnished to the Office of Origin for any purpose deemed appropriate. 2 - Seattle I - Cleveland
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/19/72
FROM :
SC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Subj /08
On 6/7/72 and 6/13/72 a Kent, Washington appeared at the Seattle office. stated that he sales some of the land that he ownes and that a man named "trying to buy some. stated that the has stated in the past meetings with that he uses the name DB COOPER. 
On first visit to this office he stated that is about 6' 1", 165 lbs, blond hair, wears glasses and doesn't smoke.
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On second visit to this office he sated that is still trying to buy his land. Ja'di was driving a a Oldsmobile.
stated that
stated that he has gone to the the King County administration bldg and had verified address as being Bellevue, Wn with a person named
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also stated that he went to the public
stated that
stated that he has gone to the the King County administration bldg and had verified address as being Bellevue, Wn with a person named
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also stated that he went to the public library and read the papers about the D.B. COOPER case. stated that he has found out tha t SA TOMI MANNING is the head investigator on the case. also stated that the description 'of is just like that of D.B. COOPER. stated that is # 5' 11" to 6' 0": 160 lbs, brown hair. The writer again asked if he knows wears glasses or smokes, does not wear glasses and
the stated that he does smoke.
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he and
did not mention any amount of money that have been talking about. stated
that he would contact this office if he received any addit- ional information.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
6/19/72
SC
NORJAK
On 6/7/72 and 6/13/72 &
Kent, Washington appeared 'at the Seattle office.
on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8860
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
6/19/72
SC
NORJAK
On 6/7/72 and 6/13/72 &
Kent, Washington appeared 'at the Seattle office. stated that he sales some of the land that he ownes and that a man named is trying to buy some. stated that the has stated in the past meetings with that he uses the name DB COOPER.
On first visit to this office he stated that is about 6' 1", 165 lbs, blond hair, wears glasses and doesn't smoke.
stated that
On second visit to this office he stated that is still trying to buy his land. fuat was driving a a Oldsmobile.
stated that he has gone to the the King County administration bide and had verified address as being
Bellevue, Wn with a person named
also stated that he went to the public library and read the papers about the D.B. COOPER case. stated that he has found out that SA TOMI MANNING is the head investigator on the case. also stated that the description of Is Just like that of D.B. COOPER. stated that is _ 5' 11" to 6' 0", 160 lbs. brown hair,. The writer again asked if he knows wears glasses or smokes, does not wear glasses and
the stated that he does smoke.
The writer again asked if he knows wears glasses or smokes, does not wear glasses and
the stated that he does smoke.
he and did not mention any amount of money that have been talking about. stated that he would contact this office if he received any addit- ional information.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1802 EDITION GSA FPMR (a CPR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/19/72
FROM : SA THOMAS J. MANNING
SUBJECT: NORJAK
(Sub file
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On 6/19/72 Kent, Washington
(phone contacted the writer at the Longview RA. He advised he had been to the Seattle office on two occasions and furnished some of the information below to IC but since he had new information and was passing through Longview decided to furnish information in its entirety.
He advised he had been to the Seattle office on two occasions and furnished some of the information below to IC but since he had new information and was passing through Longview decided to furnish information in its entirety. appeared to be a concerned citizen and appeared to be a reputable citizen.
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He stated he owns some property and has been approached by who gave his address as Renton,
b6 Washington to purchase said property. visited on two occasions and was driving a 1962 Oldsmobile, 984T body style) which has a VIN of license unrecalled- which information secured from the County building. His inquiry at the County Building revealed
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that now resides at Bellevue, Washington, made an attempt to contact at this location and observed the names on the mailbox.
The last visit made by to inquire about the property b6 he was driving a truck-camper with Washington license b7C
advised that
meets the physical description of the hijacker closely and looks quite a bit like the composite drawing which has appeared in local news media. . He also stated that after dickering made a firm offer of for the property and stated that he had the cash for an immediate transaction.
He also stated that after dickering made a firm offer of for the property and stated that he had the cash for an immediate transaction.
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No specific leads being set on this communication. SA FARRELL notified telphonically with memo to be in his possession morning of 6/20/72.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
DATE: 6/21/72 Į
Sub. J
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Re: report of person resembling "D.B. COOPER".
source
At 1:15 PM, 6/21/72,
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₹ Longview, Washington, telephonically advised the writer that he was watching an episode of the "Perry Mason" detective
source
At 1:15 PM, 6/21/72,
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₹ Longview, Washington, telephonically advised the writer that he was watching an episode of the "Perry Mason" detective series on television (Portland, Oregon, Channel #12, Station KPTV) this date, and observed an actor playing a supporting role (name of role unknown; name of actor unknown) who bears a strong resemblance to the published artist's conception of "D.B. COOPER". remarked that the hair style and facial features were very similar to those of the above artist's conception.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO, 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
SUS D
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)}
DATE: 6/16/72
6 :
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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For information Seattle, on 6/12/72, one Bomber Motel, 13515 S.E. McLoughlin b6 b7C
Boulevard, Milwaukie, Oregon, telephone telephonically advised Portland Office that children in vicinity of
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Boulevard, Milwaukie, Oregon, telephone telephonically advised Portland Office that children in vicinity of motel found white nylon parachute canopy discarded in garbage can and were using it as tent to play in. Examination of canopy disclosed some panels removed, and only numbers 1 through 23 remaining. Canopy bears serial number 100519 stamped in blue, and also bears notation "striking date August, 1951,"
Due to age of chute, no connection this matter indicated, and no further investigation pursuant to this lead being conducted.
2-Seattle 2-Portland
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Casasy also feel above # + description not his FILI 17 chute. f.
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DB Cooper-884
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (11 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/22/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
ELIMINATE CON
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, dated 6/6/72, and
sub.
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/22/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
ELIMINATE CON
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, dated 6/6/72, and
sub. 384.
On June 16, 1972,
was contacted at his office Tacoma, Washington. At that time, advised that employment records are not maintained at the Tacoma job site, with the being Portland, Oregon. further advised that the company does not maintain hourly time card records, as it is possible for an employee to take time off with a supervisor's knowledge, and no record would reflect this.
further advised that
is a + personal friend of his, and is living with him while in Tacoma, and he does not believe could be the. "D.B. COOPER" Hijacker. further advised that as a result of FBI investigation in Oregon, gossip had travelled to Tacoma, that was being investigated by the FBI under suspicion for an unknown crime.
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job site, On June 16, 1972, was contacted at his was advised of the iden-
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tity of the interviewing agent and the purpose of the interview. advised that at the time of the NORJAK hijacking he was working at the in Portland, Oregon.
at his was advised of the iden-
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tity of the interviewing agent and the purpose of the interview. advised that at the time of the NORJAK hijacking he was working at the in Portland, Oregon. the day before Thanksgiving.
advised he was at work on stated that after leaving the Prescott, Oregon, he was worked in Portland for approximately
was assigned to the in Portland, Oregon before being assigned to Tacoma, Washington. Project in Prescott 12 weeks.
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The following identifying information was obtained from observation and interview

Name
Sex	Male
Race	White
Nationality	American
Age	44
Height	5' 11"
Weight	236
Hair	Black, long sideburns
Eyes.	Brown
Characteristics	Non smoker

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Characteristics	Non smoker

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6/22/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
1
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NORJAK
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, dated 6/6/72, and sub. 384.
On June 16. 1972
was contacted at his office Tacoma, Washington. At that time, advised that employment records are not maintained at the Tacoma job site, with the being Portland, Oregon. further advised that the company does not maintain hourly time card records, as it is possible for an employee to take time off with a supervisor's knowledge, and no record would reflect this.
further advised that is a personal friend of his, and is living with him while in Tacoma, and he does not believe could be the "D.B. COOPER" Hijacker. further advised that as a result of FBI investigation in Oregon, gossip had travelled to Tacoma, that was being investigated by the FBI under suspicion for an unknown crime.
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tity of the interviewing agent and the purpose of the interview.
b6 job site, On June 16, 1972, was contacted at his was advised of the iden- b7C
tity of the interviewing agent and the purpose of the interview. advised that at the time of the NORJAK hijacking he was working at the in Portland, Oregon. the day before Thanksgiving.
the
advised he was at work on stated that after leaving at Prescott, Oregon, he
in Portland, Oregon before
was assigned to the being assigned to Tacoma, Washington. Project in Prescott was worked in Portland for approximately 12 Weeks.
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6/26/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
7 
TO : SAC, OKLAHOMA CITY FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
mation:
On June 26, 1972, Renton, Washington, provided the following infor-
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She is presently in the midst She went on to approximately During that
period of time every night.
On November 24, 1971, the date of captioned incident, did not arrive home until 10 p.m. did not
give any explanation for his late arrival from work.
On November 24, 1971, the date of captioned incident, did not arrive home until 10 p.m. did not
give any explanation for his late arrival from work. remained at home on Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1971, and left for work at his normal time on November 26. 1971. At approximately 7 p.m. on November 25, 1971, received what she believes to be a long distance telephone call from in which he stated that he would be home late because he had to pick up a friend at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
When finally arrived home/on November 20.
1971, he had with him an individual named (LNU). noticed that both had large amounts of mud on their shoes and looked as if they had been involved in some type of physical activity. She is not certain what was wearing, however, she believes that it was not a business suit. When arrived they removed luggage from automobile
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DB Cooper-8869
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state that she and
arrived home no later than 7 p.
luggage from automobile
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DB Cooper-8869
164-81-3627
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state that she and
arrived home no later than 7 p.m.
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however, they were very adamant about leaving one dark attache case in the trunk of the car. spent the night at the
residence and the next morning
advised that he had sold his private aircraft
to went on to state that would be
leaving the Seattle area that morning and would fly the plane to Oklahoma City where he was an instructor at a flying club. left Seattle at approximately 10 a.m. on November 27, 1971. 
stated that shortly after this, began acting more nervous than usual, He became easily irritated and grew very short of temper. This condition lasted until the finally separated a
few months later.
provided the following description of
her husband:
Name
Race
White Male
Sex
Date of Birth Height
6-1"
Weight
170-180
Hair Eyes
Black
Brown
Characteristics Employment
Wears glasses
Renton, Washington;
has interest
Bellevue, Washington;
Military experience
Ex-paratrooper
described the other individual as
follows:
Name Race Sex
(LNU)
White Male
2
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Wears glasses
Renton, Washington;
has interest
Bellevue, Washington;
Military experience
Ex-paratrooper
described the other individual as
follows:
Name Race Sex
(LNU)
White Male
2
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Height
5'10"
Weight
180
Age 40
Hair
Occupation
Brown
Employed as an instructor
at a flying club in Oklahoma
City
LEADS
OKLAHOMA CITY At Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
1. Will contact local flying clubs in an effort
to locate (LNU) who reportedly is a flying instructor and when located will interview him concerning his where- abouts on November 24, 1971.
2. If efforts to locate through flying clubs meet with negative results, will check records of FAA to determine if aircraft with side numbers is registered to an individual in the Oklahoma City area.
SEATTLE At Bellevue, Washington
Will contact authorities at Bellevue Air Field con- cerning any information they may have on aircraft. b6 b7C
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ONRØ14 OC PLAIN 531 PM 7-20-72 DBW NITEL TO SEATTLE 164-81 FROM OKLAHOMA CITY 164-56 P 2P
NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE
RE SUSPECT
INDEX
copy To suspect FILE
RE SEATTLE AIRTEL TO OKLAHOMA
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ONRØ14 OC PLAIN 531 PM 7-20-72 DBW NITEL TO SEATTLE 164-81 FROM OKLAHOMA CITY 164-56 P 2P
NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE
RE SUSPECT
INDEX
copy To suspect FILE
RE SEATTLE AIRTEL TO OKLAHOMA CITY, JUNE TWENTY SIX, LAST.
CANT FIND ON JUNE EIGHTEEN, LAST, FAA, OKLAHOMA CITY, ADVISED
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WHICH HAS MANUFACTURERS SERIAL NUMBER , WHICH WAS SOLD BY
RENTON, WASHINGTON, TO
WHERE 15 This REF ?
ENID, OKLA. THIS SALE
WAS MADE NOVEMBER TWENTYSIX, SEVENTY ONE AND RECORDED AT FAA MAY SIXTEEN, LAST. A REVIEW OF FILE FAILED TO REVEAL MENTION INDIVIDUAL FIRST NAME ON JULY TWENTY, LAST REVIEW OF AIR MENS DIRECTORY, END PAGE ONE
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COMMERCIAL PILOT AND INSTRUCTOR.
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MO. OKLAHOMA CITY INDICES NEGATIVE. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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FROM: SAC, OKLAHOMA CITY (164-56) ((RUC) NORJAK
00: Seattle
ELIMINATEZ
Re Oklahoma City teletype to Seattle, 7/20/72
Re: Suspect
Vance Air Force
On 7/25/72, Base, Enid, Oklahoma, advised USAF. transferred from Vance AFB
San Francisco, California, 96304. He advised this is Ubon Air Field. Thailand. Records at Vance AFB reflect was on leave 11/22/71 through 11/26/71. No Information available on leave address.
On 7/26/72. SA
interviewed for Windward Aviation,
Incorporated, Enid, Oklahoma. He advised on 11/25/71 he flew commercial from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Seattle, Washington on American airlines. In Seattle he was'met at the airport by FNU who and who sold Windward He spent the night of
11/25/71 at residence and early on the morning of
In Seattle he was'met at the airport by FNU who and who sold Windward He spent the night of
11/25/71 at residence and early on the morning of 11/26/71 after checked him out .in the he flew this plane directly from Seattle to Enid, Oklahoma.
recalled at the Settle airport all the talk was in regarditto the successful air piracy; however, he does not recall that he and discussed the matter. 2-Seattle 2-Oklahoma City REO/sal (4)
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A review of flight log book reflects he was in Enid, Oklahoma, on 11/24/71, there is no entry for 11/25/71, and on 11/26/71 entry reflects a flight from Seattle to Enid, Oklahoma in
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Sex
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Race
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Height
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Oklahoma city conducting no further investigation unless requested by Seattle Division.
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Oklahoma city conducting no further investigation unless requested by Seattle Division.
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Dear
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The information furnished in your letter of June 24, 1972, is very much appreciated and will be carefully considered ..
The only reward available at this time is $5,000 which has been offered by the "Seattle Post . Intelligencer" Secret Witness program.
Very truly yours,
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 1 MAY IN2 EDITION CSA FPMR (4 CFR) 108-126 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
6/28/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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On June 20, 1972, observed a photograph of each individual listed below. This witness could not identify any of these suspects as being identical with the hijacker based solely on the provided photographs.
This witness could not identify any of these suspects as being identical with the hijacker based solely on the provided photographs.
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OFTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INI EDITION SSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVY NMENT Memorandum
TO : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/28/72
FROM : SA
ELIMINEDE
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE : . (LNU)
On June 15, 1972,
Seattle,
Washington, was shown a composite drawing of Unsub.
stated that the composite did not resemble any tenant presently living at nor does it resemble any tenant she could remember also stated ever living at
that no one with the initials D. B. has lived in
DUE .TO AGENT'S TRANSFER IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT ANY FURTHER INVESTIGATION OF THIS SUSPECT BE REASSIGNED.
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TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (₽)
DATE:
6/28/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE :
(LNU) :
On June 15, 1972,
Seattle,
Washington, was shown a composite drawing of Unsub.
stated that the composite did not resemble any tenant presently living at does it resemble any tenant she could remember also stated ever living at
that no one with the initials D. B. has lived in
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFIN) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO 
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SAC, Seattle (164-81)
FROM
:
Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
SUB X 
DATE:
June 27, 1972
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO 
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SAC, Seattle (164-81)
FROM
:
Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
SUB X 
DATE:
June 27, 1972
ROUTE Copy TO
SAL S ASAC
RIN 7/31/72
This case has been reviewed at the Bureau and the following observations are being made in an effort to assist your office in your investigative endeavors. CC.10
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The unsub, as Dan Cooper, at 2 p.m., PST, 11/24/71, purchased a one-way coach ticket at the Portland National Airport, Portland, Oregon, for travel from Portland to Seattle, Washington, on Northwest Orient Airlines Flight number 305, which was a Boeing 727 aircraft. Unsub paid for this flight with a twenty dollar bill and had no luggage. He occupied seat number 18E on the aircraft and prior to the time the aircraft taxied on the runway, he purchased a bourbon and 7-un with a twenty dollar bill from Stewardess The aircraft left Portland at 2:53 p.m.,
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PST, however, after it taxied toward the runway for takeoff, unsub turned and handed Stewardess an envelope containing a note written in black felt-tip pen and which was on plain white unlined paper and written in neat, legible
it taxied toward the runway for takeoff, unsub turned and handed Stewardess an envelope containing a note written in black felt-tip pen and which was on plain white unlined paper and written in neat, legible handwriting. This note' informed Stewardess that
he had a bomb and instructed her to sit next to him.
Unsub then dictated to her his demands at the conclusion of which he remarked. "No fuss:" Stewardess showed Stewardess the demand notes and then went to the cockpit, where she displayed them to the captain of the aircraft. The unsub retrieved these notes prior to the time the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington. She thereafter remained in the cockpit where she prepared thirteen pages of notes concerning the hijacking and in which she described unsub as in his fifties. She later said he appeared to be of Latin descent. It will be noted that one
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of the aircraft passengers, believed unsub was a Mexican-American.
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of the aircraft passengers, believed unsub was a Mexican-American. She had a short encounter with the unsub prior to her deplaning at Seattle, at which time she said unsub did not appear to know exactly where he wanted to go after he left Seattle, but spoke of Mexico City, Phoenix, and San Francisco. Stewardess then acted as a communications media between the unsub and the captain of the aircraft until about five minutes after the aircraft departed the Seattle-Tacoma National Airport (Sea-Tac) when she was instructed to go to the cockpit by the unsub.
The aircraft landed at Sea-Tac at 5:46 p.m., PST, at which time $200,000 in twenty dollar bills, weighing 19 pounds, two back chutes, and two chest chutes were made available to him. The passengers then were allowed to deplane as were Stewardess and another stewardess. This is normally a thirty-six minute flight.
Shortly prior to the aircraft taking off from Sea-Tac at 7:36 p.m., PST, the unsub informed Stewardess that they were going to Mexico City or someplace in Mexico and that the aircraft could
, PST, the unsub informed Stewardess that they were going to Mexico City or someplace in Mexico and that the aircraft could stop anywhere in Mexico to refuel, but nowhere in the United States. When unsub was informed that the fuel would not permit the aircraft going to Mexico, unsub compromised and said he would prefer a refueling landing in Reno, Nevada. The last communication had with the unsub was by interphone at 8:05 p.m., PST, and it was felt that the unsub deplaned from the aircraft at 8:12 p.m. The aircraft landed at Reno, Nevada, at 11:05 p.m., PST. An extensive ground search of the area where it was believed the unsub exited the aircraft has proved negative.
When the aircraft landed at Reno, Nevada, a chest pack chute and a back-type chute were found on the plane. The missing chest back chute is a training pack "dummied up" to look like a good one. The missing back pack chute, sometimes referred to as an emergency chute, is non-steerable and anyone utilizing this type chute would have no chance of slowing down or picking his spot on which to land.
The missing back pack chute, sometimes referred to as an emergency chute, is non-steerable and anyone utilizing this type chute would have no chance of slowing down or picking his spot on which to land.
Also located in seat 18E of the aircraft at Reno, Nevada, was a black clip-on tie which contained a tie clasp described as yellow gold in color with a white pearl circular stone in the center. The label in the tie bore the
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name "Towncraft" and bore store #3 Penneys. The label in this tie showed it to be a "Snapper" patent type tie. Investi- gation at Las Vegas indicated that this type sold for about a dollar and a half, that it was about a year to a year and a half old, and it was a favorite item for individuals such as waiters, busboys, and bartenders. Stewardess has said that this tie was probably the unsub's and other witnesses have indicated that he wore a similar type tie.
Located in the ashtray utilized by the unsub were eight cigaretts butts, seven of which have been identified by the FBI Laboratory as Raleigh filter tip cigarettes, and the eighth cigarette is probably the same.
ashtray utilized by the unsub were eight cigaretts butts, seven of which have been identified by the FBI Laboratory as Raleigh filter tip cigarettes, and the eighth cigarette is probably the same. These cigarettes are sold in a "soft pack."
During the period Stewardess was with the unsub and in her conversations withhim She related what appeared to be keen observations concerning him, and which are as follows:
1) He impressed her as being an executive because of his dress, special mannerisms, and consideration that he exhibited for her while on the aircraft.
2) In one of the conversations she had with him, she re- marked that the parachutes were coming from McChord Air Force Base at which'time he remarked that it was only about twenty minutes from McChord to the Seattle-Tacoma airport and which was apparently an accurate estimate.
3) While the aircraft was in a holding pattern and prior to its landing at Sea-Tac, the unsub looked out of the window and remarked, "We are over Tacoma now," although no mention of this had been madecover the interphone of the aircraft.
4) He displayed an extensive and technical knowledge of this aircraft and seemed particularly well informed as to.
4) He displayed an extensive and technical knowledge of this aircraft and seemed particularly well informed as to. the refueling procedures and flying in general. He apparently was aware of where the oxygen bottles were and Stewardess felt this information was normally known only by the crew personnel. The only function of the aircraft that he did not appear to be fully aware of was the procedures involved in the opening of the rear door and the extending . of the stairway. He likewise appeared to be completely familiar with the parachutes that had been furnished to him.
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5) She said that the unsub was a chain smoker using Raleigh filter tip cigarettes. She observed him using a book of matches, the cover of which was blue and bore the name "Sky Chef."
6) Stewardess asked him why he had chosen a North- west airplane to hijack to which he replied that he had a grudge but not against Northwest Airlines, but that Northwest happened to be at the right place at the right time.
why he had chosen a North- west airplane to hijack to which he replied that he had a grudge but not against Northwest Airlines, but that Northwest happened to be at the right place at the right time.
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7) He used the expression "No fuss" on one occasion to Stewardess and "No funny stuff" on one occasion to Stewardess
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BOEING
You should place strong emphasis on the fact that the unsub could be possibly a former employee of one of the West Coast aircraft or related industries, particularly Boeing aircraft. These industries have been hard pressed economically, causing a number of lay-offs among professional personnel as well as nonprofessional personnel and from a review of the material available at the Bureau, it is entirely conceivable that the unsub falls in this category. In view of this, the following avenues of investigation should be investigated by both the Seattle and Portland Offices:
1) Contact professional placement agencies, counselors. as well asd employment contractors hiring temporary professional employees.
2) Contact unemployment agencies.
3) Identify and contact professional societies or organizations associated with the aircraft industry, being alert
3) Identify and contact professional societies or organizations associated with the aircraft industry, being alert for anyone that possibly terminated membership or activity after 11/24/71.
4) The age bracket of the unknown subject could probably make him a Veteran of World WarIII, or the Korean conflict and in this regard, you should contact Veteran groups and the American Legion.
5) Seattle should submit to the FBI Laboratory the black clip-on tie and clasp found on the aircraft at Reno, Nevada, and request the FBI Laboratory to examine this material for soil and dust particles in an effort to possibly pinpoint the area of the country from which the unsub came from.
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Also request the FBI Lab to examine this material for any markings or numbers that could furtherypinpoint the location of the store or city where it may have been sold.
This matter must receive close supervisory attention to assure meeting with success in solving this important investigative matter.
This matter must receive close supervisory attention to assure meeting with success in solving this important investigative matter.
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TO LOS ANGELES CLEVELAND (164-88) PORTLAND (164-41) SEATTLE (164-81)
SUB 200
FROM MINNEAPOLIS (1 64-73)
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RE MINNEAPOLIS TELETYPE DEC. THIRTEEN, LAST, AND CLEVELAND TELETYPE DECEMBER SEVENTEEN, LAST.
RE :. JAMES RAY FUGATE. ×
FOR. THE INFORMATION OF THE LOS ANGELES DIVISION, FUGATE WAS FURNISHED TO THE MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION AS A POSSIBLE SUSPECT
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MINNEAPOLIS, ON A CONFIDENTIAL BASIS. FUGATE HAD DEALINGS IN THE PAST WITH
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FUGATE HAS BEEN ARRESTED FOR AND CONFINED FOR FRAUDULENT AND CON GAME ACTIVITIES. FUGATE HAS A FLYING BACKGROUND AND AT ONE TIME WAS CHARGED WITH THE THEFT OF AN AIRCRAFT.
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DENVER, COLO. IN NINETEEN FIFTYEIGHT
FUGATE WAS CONVICTED OF PASSING NO ACCOUNT CHECKS ON A GOVERNMENT RESERVATION AND WAS STRIPPED OF RANK IN THE NATIONAL GUARD FOR THIS OFFENSE. IN AUG., NINETEEN FIFTYNINE, HE WAS CONVICTED OF MAIL FRAUD AND SENTENCED . TO ONE YEAR AND ONE DAY AT LUBBOCK FEDERAL PENITENTIARY, LUBBOCK, TEXAS. IN FEB., FIFTYNINE , HE WAS CONVICTED OF A CON GAME AND OF THE INTERSTATE THEFT AND TRANSPORTATION OF AN AIRCRAFT. BECAUSE OF HIS CONVICTION FOR MAIL FRAUD, FUGATE RECEVIED PROBATION CONCERNING THE CON GAME AND WAS NOT PROSECUTED FOR THE AIRCRAFT THEFT. FUGATE'S MOST RECENT ADDRESS OBTAINED BY MINNEAPOLIS,
WAS ROUTE TWO, BOX NINE SIX, AURORA, OREGON. HIS LEGAL ADDRESS WAS LISTED AS THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OREGON, P. O. BOX THREE ONE THREE ONE, PORTLAND, OREGON.
HIS LEGAL ADDRESS WAS LISTED AS THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OREGON, P. O. BOX THREE ONE THREE ONE, PORTLAND, OREGON. FUGATE IS DESCRIBED AS WHITE MALE, DOB JAN. EIGHT, THIRTYONE, POB PORTLAND, OREGON, END PAGE TWO
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SIX FEET ONE INCH TALL, ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY POUNDS, OVLIVE COMPLEXION, DARK', SLIGHTLY GRAYING HAIR, EDUCATION DENVER UNIVERSITY, OCCUPATION PILOT, USAF AND UNITED AIRLINES, ENGINEER WITH MARTIN DASH MARRIETTA CORP., DENVER, COLORADO ; AIR CARRIERS, INC. , AURORA , OREGON DASH PRESIDENT.
IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT A PHOTO OF FUGATE WAS DISPLAYED TO THE STEWARDESSES OF FLIGHT THRE ZERO FIVE, AND THEY ADVISED HE WAS TOO YOUNG , GOOD LOOKING , AND CLEANCUT TO BE THE SUBJECT; HOWEVER , THIS PHOTO IS AN ENLARGED SNAPSHOT WHICH WAS TAKEN ABOUT NINETEEN SIXTYEIGHT.
THE CLEVELAND DIVISION ADVISED CONTACT WITH U.S. POSTAL INSPECTOR , TOLEDO , OHIO, AND TOLEDO POST OF OHIO STATE HIGHWAY INDICATES FUGATE RESIDENCE OF ELEVEN S. MARTIN ROAD, JAMESTOWN, WIS., PIOLT FOR BUCKEYE AIR SERVICE, SIX ONE THREE OBERLIN RD.
POSTAL INSPECTOR , TOLEDO , OHIO, AND TOLEDO POST OF OHIO STATE HIGHWAY INDICATES FUGATE RESIDENCE OF ELEVEN S. MARTIN ROAD, JAMESTOWN, WIS., PIOLT FOR BUCKEYE AIR SERVICE, SIX ONE THREE OBERLIN RD., ELYRIA , OHIO, WAS KILLED AT TWO FORTYSEVEN A.M. ON FEB. EIGHTEEN, SEVENTYONE, DUING CRASH OF A BEECHCRAFT AIRPLANE AT TOLEDO EXPRESS AIRPORT, TOLEDO, OHIO.
INSTANT PLANE WAS CARRYING MAIL UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE U. S. POST OFFICE.
THE MINNEAPOLIS OFFICE WAS RECONTACTED BY
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WHO ADVISED THAT A JAMES FUGATE IS CURRENTLY RESIDING AT NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AND IS TO APPEAR AT GLENDALE SUPERIOR COURT ON JULY ONE, NEXT, ON LEGAL ACTION ON THE PART OF REPRESENTED BY AND OF SANTA MONICA, CALIF.
LOS ANGELES AT NEW PORT BEACH, GLENWOOD, AND SANTA MONICA, WILL CONDUCT APPROPRIATE INVESTIGATION TO ESTABLISH'IF JAMES RAY FUGATE'IS ALIVE AND IF SO, IF HE IS POSSIBLLY IDENTICAL WITH .UNSUB .
IN VIEW OF NATURE OF CRIME , SUBJECT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED DANGEROUS ..
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SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
On 6/26/72, GUY F. CHRISTIAN, a white male, approxi- mately 80 years of age, of Radersburg, Montana, appeared at the Billings, Montana, RA and advised that he for the past ten years has been a dowser which is the art of "telesthesia". CHRISTIAN stated this is a science for the use in locating missing objects. Because of recent hijackings CHRISTIAN concentrated his efforts in locating monies taken by hijackers. He produced a map of Washington and Oregon and advised from his method, although never having been there himself, states that the money taken in captioned hijacking is buried on a plot of land located on a secondary road leading northwest from Columbia City, Oregon. According to his plot the money would be located traveling up this road eight miles and then approximately one mile to the west of this, and looking at the map this plot is one mile west of the secondary road leading
his plot the money would be located traveling up this road eight miles and then approximately one mile to the west of this, and looking at the map this plot is one mile west of the secondary road leading sathwest out of Goble, Oregon, which intersects with the road leading northwest out of Columbia City.
Information being supplied Seattle and Portland as CHRISTIAN stated he will be out in that area in approximately one month and may attempt to locate money there.
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U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE : 1969 Q - 346-090 (1)
6/28/72
AIRTE

TO	: SAG, SAN FRANCISCO (164-200)
FROM	: SAC, BALTIMORE (164-103) (RUC)

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SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re San Francisco airtel to Baltimore, 6/12/72.
On 6/16/72, National Ocean Survey, 6010 Executive Blvd., Rockville, Maryland, advised she could locate no employ- ment record past or present for
advised that if a date of birth and social security number could be located for this
, Rockville, Maryland, advised she could locate no employ- ment record past or present for
advised that if a date of birth and social security number could be located for this information should be sent to the Federal Record Center, St. Louis, Missouri, (telephone number 314-622- .5761) and efforts to locate might be obtained.
San Francisco should attempt to obtain the necessary information re and furnish same to St. Louis office.
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Richard F. McCoy Jr."leaves U.S. District Court during: a, skyjack trial which enters its third day to- day. The 29-year-old Brigham Young University law enforcement student is charged with hijacking a United Air Lines plane April 7 and bailing out over his hometown of Provo, Utah, with $500,000. (AP Wirephoto)
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Dear
I have your note and newspaper clipping.
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Your thoughtfulness in furnishing this information to me is appreciated.
Very truly yours,
J. E. MILNES Special Agent in Charge
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SAC, ATLANTA (164-254) (P)
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DATE: 6/30/72
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For information of Seattle, Federal Aviation Administration,
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Hampton, Ga., advised that upon
reading the D. B. COOPER story appearing in "Airline Pilot" magazine for February, 1972, this photograph bore some resemblance
COOPER story appearing in "Airline Pilot" magazine for February, 1972, this photograph bore some resemblance to a former employee at this facility who on 8/25/71, abandoned his position.
stated this employee.
at this facility
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was employed as until 8/25/71, when for some unexplained reason he abruptly quit his employment,
and has left the Atlanta area.
Investigation to locate in the Atlanta area has been negative to date.
upon recontact on 6/26/72, advised that
he located an old telephone number for
that number being
that the
A check of Atlanta telephone directory discloses area code applies to the of
the State of Washington.
is described as follows :
Race , White Male
Sex
DOB
Marital Status
3 - Seattle 2 - Atlanta JRMW : jh (4)
Married
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DB Cooper-8894
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SOURCE FOR SuspiT :selecte:
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Ht.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-8894
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SOURCE FOR SuspiT :selecte:
AT 164-25

Ht.	5'9"
Wt.	150
Military

ry
Status
SEATTLE:
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON :
Will determine subscriber of telephone number and attempt to locate Ascertain his whereabouts and set out appropriate leads to have him interviewed, as to his whereabouts between 2:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m., 11/24/71.
2
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DB Cooper-885
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC SEATTLE
DATE: 7/3/72
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FROM :SA
SUBJECT: NORJAC
On 7/3/72
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telephonically contacted the Spokane RA and advised that he and who resembles the subject. have been thinking about the hijacking and recall an individual named was formerly an Air Force ninot in WW II or the Koran Wat and has done some jumbing. He is last known to reside in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he was Xx/the/dbn/ a contractor.
have been thinking about the hijacking and recall an individual named was formerly an Air Force ninot in WW II or the Koran Wat and has done some jumbing. He is last known to reside in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, where he was Xx/the/dbn/ a contractor. The description fits 
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DB Cooper-8896 :unselecte:
6/30/72
AIRTEL
SUB J
TO:
SAC, LOUISVILLE
PROM :
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
00 : SEATTLE
On 6/19/72,
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Orient Airlines, Minneapolis, Minnesota, advisod his company has been receiving long distance telephone calls from a male individual identifying himself as Mount 
Vernon, Kentucky. claims that while in New Orleans in April, 1972, he met an individual at a French Quarter Bar who he thinks might be identical to D. B. COOPER, subject of NORJACK investigation.
In subsequent telephone calls on 6/22/72 to Northwest Airlines,
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In subsequent telephone calls on 6/22/72 to Northwest Airlines,
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advised this man offered to introduce to some women, but. declined. then stated he saw the individual later meet female companions in front of the bar.
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0 SEATTLE ( INFO ) 3 - Louisville 2 - Minneapolis RAR : cmk (5)
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SERIALIZED YM FILED
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IN
DB Cooper-8897 :unselecte:
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to talk to the FBI and advised that if
found out about this, stated he might talk to the FBI in Louisville.
then
stated that he living in at an
Mt. Vernon, Kentucky; and is
Minneapolis indices negative regarding
NWAL officers indicate they think and are reluctant to place credence in his information.
LEAD
LOUISVILLE DIVISION
AT MT.
Vernon, Kentucky; and is
Minneapolis indices negative regarding
NWAL officers indicate they think and are reluctant to place credence in his information.
LEAD
LOUISVILLE DIVISION
AT MT. VERNON, KENTUCKY
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regarding NORJACK and show artists 'conception of subject.
DB Cooper-8898
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FD-36 (Rev. . $-22-64)
FBI Date: 7/13/72
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code)
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, LOUISVILLE (164-71) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJACK
00: SEATTLE
Re Minneapolis airtel to Louisville, 6/30/72.
On 7/12/72, U. S. Postmasters at Livingston, Broadhead, Conway, and Mt. Vernon, Kentucky, all in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, were contacted and advised that their records reflect that there is no individual by the name of living in their respective b6 b7C b6 b7C
areas. 1 County Attorney, Rockcastle County, Kentucky, advised that a review of the voter registration records failed to reflect anyone with the name
Mt.
1 County Attorney, Rockcastle County, Kentucky, advised that a review of the voter registration records failed to reflect anyone with the name
Mt.
Vernon, Kentucky, advised that a review of motor vehicle registration records failed to reflect any record for
LLOYD ALBRIGHT, Chief of Police, Broadhead, Kentucky, advised he knew no one by the name of He stated that the only name similar to individual known as who lives between Mt. Vernon, Kentucky, and Broadhead, kentucky. 
is an
On 7/12/72, was contacted, and he advised that he was not the individual who had contacted the Northwest Airlines in Minneapolis.
2-Seattle (RM) 2-Minneapolis (164-73) (RM) 2-Louisville EJH/mlh (6)
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Approved:
Sent M Per DB_Cooper-8899
Special Agent in Charge
+U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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LEAD:
LOUISVILLE :
AT ROCKCASTLE COUNTY, KENTUCKY : Will continue efforts to locate and interview ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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NRØI SL PLAIN 11:15 AM URGENT 7-6-72' JAH
TO
ACTING DIRECTOR
LOS ANGELES
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DB Cooper-8900
-2-1
NRØI SL PLAIN 11:15 AM URGENT 7-6-72' JAH
TO
ACTING DIRECTOR
LOS ANGELES
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM ST. LOUIS (164-63)
(RUC)
NORJAK
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RE INDIANAPOLIS TELETYPE TO BUREAU JULY THREE, LAST.
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ENLISTED AND SERVED
ACTIVE DUTY MARCH TWENTY-SEVEN, FORTY-TWO TO FEBRUARY FIFTEEN, FORTY-THREE,
SERVED ACTIVE UNDER AFSN
WHEN
UNDER AFSN WITH MORE THAN
TWENTY-TWO YEARS ACTIVE SERVICE. ADDRESS AT LISTED
AS RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA.
END PAGE ONE
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LISTED RESIDING SAME ADDRESS.
LISTED RESIDING WORCHESTER, MASS. AND
ISTED RESIDING
, TERRE HAUTE, IND.
WAS TRIED AND CONVICTED BY GENERAL COURT MARTIAL
SENTENCED DISMISSAL FROM SERVICE, HOWEVER, APPELLATE REVIEW INDICATED FINDINGS OF GUILTY AND SENTENCE WERE SET ASIDE AND CHARGES DISMISSED
DOB SHOWN AS
, AND SSAN AS
LOS ANGELES - HANDLE INTERVIEW OF PER REFERENCED TELETYPE. END.
VAB
FBI SEATTLE CLR
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DB Cooper-892
OPTIONAL FORM NO.
HOWEVER, APPELLATE REVIEW INDICATED FINDINGS OF GUILTY AND SENTENCE WERE SET ASIDE AND CHARGES DISMISSED
DOB SHOWN AS
, AND SSAN AS
LOS ANGELES - HANDLE INTERVIEW OF PER REFERENCED TELETYPE. END.
VAB
FBI SEATTLE CLR
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DB Cooper-892
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
DATE:
1/21/72
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On 1/11/72.
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The Boeing Company, Seattle, Washington, furnished the attached list of names. He said these individuals were those which he was able to identify as being in some manner connected with past tests and experiments at The Boeing Company dealing with the suitability of the Boeing 727 air craft as it pertained to its use in the dropping of cargo and/or personnel.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
VRM : md, (3) 1
CC: MAIN SUB P SUB J
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DB Cooper-893
December 1971
NAME
SSN
ORGN
DOB CLEARANCE
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Clark, Charles M.	506-01-4473	Deceased.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-893
December 1971
NAME
SSN
ORGN
DOB CLEARANCE
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Clark, Charles M.	506-01-4473	Deceased.	(01-06-69)

Gray, William Le e	515-10-1950	2-5088	01-09-18	TS 11-12-52

" Hartz, Edward Ferdinand	518-03-1000	6-7930	08-26-14 S 06-28-60

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Lund, Erik Stanley	536-05-1395	R-8931	12-05-17
dward Ferdinand	518-03-1000	6-7930	08-26-14 S 06-28-60

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Lund, Erik Stanley	536-05-1395	R-8931	12-05-17	S 01-29-51

McOmber, Charles Edward 535-09-5459	2-2584	04-06-18	S 10-13-55

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DB Cooper-890.
Page 2
December 1971
NAME
SSN
ORGN DOB CLEARANCE
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DB Cooper-895
1
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (« CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/30/72
FROM :
Sp
SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72) (RUC)
Sub.
6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/30/72
FROM :
Sp
SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72) (RUC)
Sub. G
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
(00: SEATTLE)
-/7 29)
Re Seattle teletype to Alexandria, 5/4/72.
Enclosed for Seattle is an executed receipt regarding the transmission of evidence of captioned case which was for- warded on 5/4/72 by pilot courier, Northwest Airlines Flight 78, to the FBI Laboratory.
Real y micro Film & hansown money
Refer Ser 3076
real
2 Seattle I - Alexandria BAM: pka (3)
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-896
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION 'GSA FPMR (4) CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
DATE:
7/10/72
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Re: Portland airtel to Seattle, 5/22/72.
On July 6, 1972, Washington Police Department, advised he could locate no record for D. B. COOPER or with his department.
Enumclaw,
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stated, however, that did have a record.
COOPER or with his department.
Enumclaw,
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stated, however, that did have a record. A review of this record revealed that was last living in Enumclaw in about December 1971,
*
FRIEND OF D.B. Comprei
stated is known to drink alot and was possibly arrested while in Canada in 1970, for recklessly driving while operating a snow-mobile.
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On July 6, 1972,
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Postmaster, U.S. Post Office, Enumclaw, Washington, advised after checking his postal records, that neither D. B. COOPER nor received mail in Enumclaw, Washington. stated that used to live at and had left, leaving no forwarding ad- dress in 1970, advised used to work for GENE EMERY Motors in Enumclaw.
On July 6, 1972, Gene Emery Motors, 1401 Highway 410, Enumclaw, Washington, advised used to work at Gene Emery Motors, but left in July 1970. His whereabouts are unknown to or anyother personnel at GenerEmery Motors.
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RUN
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RUN
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DB Cooper-897
7/10/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re: Portland airtel to Seattle, 5/22/72.
On July 6, 1972, Washington Police Department, advised he could locate no record for D. B. COOPER Or with his department.
Enumclaw,
however, that did have a record. A review of this record revealed that was last living in Enumclaw in about December 1971, at
stated is known to drink alot and was possibly arrested while in Canada in 1970, for recklessly driving while operating a snow-mobile.
On July 6, 1972,
Postmaster, U.S. Post Office, Enumclaw, Washington, advised after checking his postal records, that neither D. B. COOPER received mail in Enumclaw, Washington. nor
stated that
used to live at and had left. leaving no forwarding ad- advised used to work for
dress in 1970,
GENE EMERY Motors in Enumclaw.
On July 6, 1972, G-ne Emery Motors, 1401 Highway 410, Enumclaw, Washington, advised used to work at Gene Emery Motors.
On July 6, 1972, G-ne Emery Motors, 1401 Highway 410, Enumclaw, Washington, advised used to work at Gene Emery Motors. but left in July 1970. His whereabouts are unknown to or anyother personnel at Gene Emery Motors.
(3) RNN/s1b
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DB Cooper-898
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 WWW-UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TỔ
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
7-12-72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Van-
On June 28, 1972, couver Police Department, Vancouver, Washington, advised he had been contacted by a from Van- couver, Washington, who declined to identify herself and possessed information of value regarding the captioned matter. He further arranged a meeting between SA and / On June 28, 1972, who preferred b6 to remain anonymous. driving a vehicle with Oregon license b7C b7D
advised of Clark County, Washington should be considered as a suspect in the captioned matter, in that approximately four days prior to the skyjacking. made an inquiry with to determine if high altitudes would effect in that
The anonymous source added that about
made an inquiry with to determine if high altitudes would effect in that
The anonymous source added that about three days after the skyjacking, and wanted The source added that
since the skyjacking to the point where she is
currently under
On June 29, 1972,
is currently listed as
(PROTECT) advised at
Van- couver, Washington. She added the records reflect from 1967 to May 28, 1972,
at
was even though the property was
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SE 164-81
On June 29, 1972, a records check at the Vancouver, Washington Police Department revealed DOB b6 b7C
resided at Van- couver, Washington, in 1964.
On June 29, 1972, a records check at the Clark County Sheriff's Office, revealed had been b6 b7C
handled on a B and B An 1953, and, further, that
On June 29, 1972, a Department of Motor Vehicle check through Olympia, Washington, revealed
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DOB male.
at the Clark County Sheriff's Office, revealed had been b6 b7C
handled on a B and B An 1953, and, further, that
On June 29, 1972, a Department of Motor Vehicle check through Olympia, Washington, revealed
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DOB male. brown eyes. 6'1", 168 1bs, re- Vancouver, Washington,
sides at and has Washington State drivers license No
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
DOB
Will procure a photograph of Washington State drivers license No. for display to witnesses.
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DB Cooper-890
STATES GU
NMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, KANSAS CITY
DATE:
7/11/72
FROM
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
On 6/23/72, Sepulveda, California, advised she had seen the article in the June 15, 1972 issue of "Life" magazine and had viewed the composite drawing of D.B. COOPER.
She explained that seven or eight years ago one Nordhoff and
was a
woodley/ sepulveda. She advised
was of had served in the U.S. Air Force, was an instructor at Tooley Air Force Base at Greenland and was mistered out of the Air Force in 1963. She continued stating she has not. seen or heard from for about six years and when last seen he had taken a job with Trans World Airlines (TWA), New York City, bilingual.
seen or heard from for about six years and when last seen he had taken a job with Trans World Airlines (TWA), New York City, bilingual. She described as around 40 years of age, 5'10", blond hair, blue eyes, and slight/build. LEAD
because he was
· KANSAS CITY
AT KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI: Through TWA Headquarters,
obtain background and photograph of and furnish to if
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Seattle. Minneapolis and Portland for purpose of ascertaining should be considered a logical suspect in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2
Kansas City (AM)
Seattle (164-81) (AM)
2 Los Angeles
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DB Cooper-8911,
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TIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1802 EDITION GSPEPMR (8 CPR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC SEATTLE
DATE: 7/10/72
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FROM
SA
SUBJECT NORJACK
On 7/10/72
Spokane, .Wa,
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COOPER
(PROTECT BY REQUEST) advised that in her opinion Montana, fits the description of D.
Wa,
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COOPER
(PROTECT BY REQUEST) advised that in her opinion Montana, fits the description of D.B. was in the Air Force and was stationed at one time at Everett, Wa. He reportedly had something to to with parachuts while in the service. advised she
has not seen for five years. but he resembles the
Medium composite of COOPER. He is 5'10", 160,
brown hair with receeding hair line and a pocked marked face. She advised that approximately he wrote her an letter that was suppose to be funny, and signed the name Cooper.
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-892
SEE NEXT VOLUME
DB Cooper-893
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS
7/13/72
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (P)
NORJAK 00: Seattle
RE
For the information of Seattle and Minneapolis, at 9:50 a.m., 4/11/72. Montana, tenhone and
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telephonically advised as follows:
On or about 11/11/71, or 12/71, he observed a vehicle
parked on behind the RADIO ENGINEERING AND SERVICE COMPANY.
Montana, tenhone and
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telephonically advised as follows:
On or about 11/11/71, or 12/71, he observed a vehicle
parked on behind the RADIO ENGINEERING AND SERVICE COMPANY. This vehicle was a Dodge Van, which pulled in sometime before 5:00 p.m., on 11/11 or 12/71. He was curious as he wondered if these people who had the van were in trouble. He knocked on the door of the van and a man and his wife, who were in the van, said their vehicle had broken down, but they were on their way to the Wise River, Montana, area to do some hunting. b6 b7c
As he recalls, it was a 1970 or 1971, green and white license believed to be from the State of Minnesota. Inside the van was a large green motorcycle.
After reading about the recent hijacking of the airplane, whereby the individual had parachuted near Provo, Utah, he told his wife upon recollection that the people they had observed in the van in 11/71, could conceivably have something to do with the hijacking over in the State of Washington, in that the motorcycle would be an easy method of escape after a person had parachuted from an airplane.
could conceivably have something to do with the hijacking over in the State of Washington, in that the motorcycle would be an easy method of escape after a person had parachuted from an airplane. 
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BT #164-26
He now recalls that the man he talked with in the van looked very much like the composite drawing of D. B. COOPER when he first saw it published in a Great Falls, Montana, newspaper.
These unknown individuals informed him they were going to Wise River, Montana, to make contact with the owner of the bar at Wise River to arrange a hunting trip.
The vehicle had mechanical trouble in Butte, Montana, and as a result they had parked it off Montana Street and were going to be getting it fixed at WILSON MOTORS.
It is his recollection that they left around noon on what would possibly be Monday, 11/15/71, and he assumes that the vehicle was repaired.
The man is described as follows

Sex	Malo
Race	White
Age</
The man is described as follows

Sex	Malo
Race	White
Age	35 years
Height	5 7" - 5' 9"
Weight	150#
Build	Slender
Clothing	Red plaid shirt

rt
The man's wife was described as follows:
Sex Race Ago Height
Characteristics
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BT #164-26
:
The lady spoke of having school believed to be in Minnesota.
He had never seen these people before and during their conversations, no names were mentioned or furnished.
The individuals were not apprehensive in any manner when they talked to him and to his knowledge they had no contact with anyone in the neighborhood in the par- ticular ares on while the van was parked in that area.
advised he has a
who live on Washington, where the FBI Agents and the Army were recently searching for the Unsub.
stated that because of the recent hijacking of his recollection of these people, he wished to report this information to the FBI, but he could
stated that because of the recent hijacking of his recollection of these people, he wished to report this information to the FBI, but he could furnish no further specific information.
On 4/25/72,
WILSON'S PLYMOUTH GARAGE. Butte, Montana, advised that on 11/15/71. brought a 1970 Dodge A100 van truck license (state unknown) into the garage for repair of a starter and "U" joint. was displayed a composite drawing of the Unsub in this case and he stated that to his knowledge, this did not resemble the that came
into the garage on 11/15/71. stated had a much broader nose and that he was approximately 5' 1" in height.
On 5/3/72, was contacted and again stated previously recorded information as set out above. again reiterated that he believed the license plate on the van that he observed on 11/11/71, or 11/12/71, was green and white and quite possibly could have been a Minnesota license. further advised that in his discussion
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with the individual in the Dodge Van, this individual mentioned that he and his wife were going to Wise River,
in his discussion
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with the individual in the Dodge Van, this individual mentioned that he and his wife were going to Wise River, Montana, on a hunting trip.
On 6/11/72,
Wise River, Montana, was advised that an in- dividual known as was unknown to her but that she would make local inquiry to determine if was known in the area.
On 7/11/72, was recontacted and advised that she had been unable to learn of any information regarding
LEAD
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
AT ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA
At Minnesota DMY determine if a 1970 Dodge A100 Van truck license is registered to
and if so get out lead to interview
and determine
resembles composite drawing of Unsub and if can account for his whereabouts on 11/24/71, when captioned hijacking occurred.
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9
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 7/21/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT;
NORJACK
Re Portland teletype to Seattle, 7/8/72. On 7/20/72, advised he
Spokane, Washington,
Washington, as Through a mutual friend, he was introduced to three men, one of whom is a
On 7/20/72, advised he
Spokane, Washington,
Washington, as Through a mutual friend, he was introduced to three men, one of whom is a pilot, one a navigator, and one a skydiver. The skydiver is a good resemblance to the photograph or composite of D.B. COOPER.
is not positive but he thinks the skydiver is the
names but believes all three
cannot remember any of their. The pilot
in Portland and fly's to Portland quite often
this.
and is supposedly very good at doing
has stated in the past
is COOPER
He will not be cooperative if identity of COOPER and
he will also know who told the FBI of the above information. stated he would like to have his name left out of it if possible.
works at the
and
spends at the Pheasant Cafe in and can be found there from 10pm until Midnight. The three alleged hijackers also frequent the Cafe and it is possible may know who they are.
also believes the pilot owns his own plane and may have it stored at the airport.
On7/24/72,
Inland Parachute Loft, 11327-31st, Spokane, advised his records didn't show nor could he think of anyone in the area that placed high in any of
AT
Washington - Conduct
On7/24/72,
Inland Parachute Loft, 11327-31st, Spokane, advised his records didn't show nor could he think of anyone in the area that placed high in any of
AT
Washington - Conduct investigation to identify person
- alleged to be D.B. COOPER.
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DB Cooper-8918 /64-81-3652 :unselecte:
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (# CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK:
DATE:
7-19-72 Post Master,
On July 11, 1972, Washington, advised the above captioned person, left ember 1, 1971. He advised his Post Office received a Change of Address Form for
around Nov-
on February 16, 1972, with the new address to be Vancouver, Washington 98662.
was brought up in
advised he believes ' the Woodland, Washington area. He stated has his place for sale at the present time, and the realtor is Realty Company of Portland, telephone
On July 11, 1972, Washington,
He stated has his place for sale at the present time, and the realtor is Realty Company of Portland, telephone
On July 11, 1972, Washington, advised it is most unlikely was the hijacker in this case.
stated had been working on the north slope of Alaska from approximately July 1, 1971 until his return to Thanksgiving Day, 1971. According to called two weeks prior to Thanksgiving to ask her husband (who flys a small airplane) to fly over to Seattle to pick up when he returned from the north slope on Thanksgiving Day. According to as it turned out, the weather between and Seattle was very poor and her husband decided not to fly over to pick up at the Seattle Airport. There-
fore,
went to Portland to pick up
ad- band on the early afternoon of Thanksgiving Day.
vised arrived in Seattle by airplane from Alaska, around midnight or 1:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day. When the weather was prohibitive to allow small airplane traf- fic between and Seattle, then took another 1 flight from Seattle to Portland, where
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When the weather was prohibitive to allow small airplane traf- fic between and Seattle, then took another 1 flight from Seattle to Portland, where
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advised is a skydiver
was at her home at on the evening of Thanksgiving night. He did not appear to be bruised in any way. She advised does not smoke. She also advised since and is familiar with the area where the hijacking took place, it has become a common joke for everyone to ask him what he did with the money from the hijacking. She advised still skydives and he does most of his skydiving from the Evergreen Airport Skydiving Club, which is located near Vancouver, Washington. She was shown an artist's sketch of the Unknown Subject in this case, and advised there
is very little similarity between it and
advised the is planning to move to Alaska on or about August 1, 1972. She advised he will still be working for the same company, which is a con- struction company operating out of Portland, Oregon.
She advised he will still be working for the same company, which is a con- struction company operating out of Portland, Oregon. She advised by trade. LEAD:
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
1. If considered desirable, locate airlines that brought in from Alaska on or about 1:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving. Day.
2. Consult passenger list to determine if was onboard.
3. Seattle is requested to make the contents of this memo known to the Agent who is covering leads on this individual at Vancouver, Washington.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 7/25/72
FROM : SA
ELIMINATE
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE :
Re memo by SA
7/19/72.
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Referenced communication states subject only 32 years old, does not smoke cigarettes and his appearance on Thanksgiving Day last year indicated he had not been in any type of accident or bruised in any way. Subject's mother provided description which was dissimilar to information previously obtained as to UNSUB's physical description.
Subject's mother provided description which was dissimilar to information previously obtained as to UNSUB's physical description. In view of the above, it does not appear further investigation is warranted at this time.
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DB Cooper-891
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 7/12/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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X This individual then identified himself as Seattle, telephone
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An effort was made to designate time and place for interview. At this point stated he did not want to be contacted at his residence and felt that it would be better for him to come i. into the FBI Office.
on 7/12/72. A time for interview was set for 1:30 PM
Prior to terminating this interview, he was asked if he thought this was good substantial information that he was about to furnish.