Enclosed for all receiving offices are two copies of insert reflecting Miami investigation. Enclosed for Portland and Jacksonville are one each copy of referenced airtel.
For information of Jacksonville and Portland, (protect identity) recently saw a composit of NORJAK suspect and advised that be believed to be the suspect.
Investigation at Miami confirms that
is currently in the Dade County (Miami)
employed as an School System. has lived in Miami since 1975. employment application reveals that he was a
Corvallis, Oregon during the time
of captioned skyjacking (11/24/71). His address between It
6/73 and 3/75 was
is not clear whether of the skyjacking.
lived at this address at the time
Among the references listed on
application are: 1.
employment Albany High 
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2 - Jacksonville (164-109) (Enc. 3) 2 - San Francisco (164-220) (Enc. 2) 2 - Portland (164-41) (Enc. 3)
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On April 16, 1980, an inquiry through the Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS) for the State of Illinois, failed to locate any information pertaining to Chicago, Illinois.
On May 14, 1980, was contacted at his residence, Chicago, Illinois.
who was extremely cooperative, provided the following information:
advised that he was born in and has lived in Chicago the majority of his life. He advised that he graduated from Brigham Young University, in and thereafter. returned to Chicago. He stated that between he served in the United States Navy, where he worked in the and had a tour in Korea. He advised that he has never had any type of parachute experience, nor has he ever flown an aircraft. He stated that he has been a passenger on a plane, however, he has never been in the northwestern States which include Washington and Oregon.
He stated that he has been a passenger on a plane, however, he has never been in the northwestern States which include Washington and Oregon.
advised that he is currently employed with the Adorian as a and he works pretty much full-time at McNeil Memorial Hospital, 3200 South Oak Park Avenue, Berwyn, Illinois.
stated he did recall the hijacking which took place out of the State of Washington several years ago, however, only recalled this because of the news media publicity it received.
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Name
Sex
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Race
Date of Birth Place of Birth Height
60W
Weight 210 pounds
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Blue
Complexion
Light Wears glasses; rounded face; light skinned
Characteristics
On May 20, 1980, an inquiry through LEADS for Chicago, determined that he
possessed a current Illinois driver's license, number
which expires on The
inquiry further indicated that is described as being born 6'0" tall, 185 pounds, brown hair, blue eyes, and must wear corrective eye glasses while driving.
an inquiry through LEADS for Chicago, determined that he
possessed a current Illinois driver's license, number
which expires on The
inquiry further indicated that is described as being born 6'0" tall, 185 pounds, brown hair, blue eyes, and must wear corrective eye glasses while driving. records further reflect that he operates a bearing 1979 Illinois license
On May 21, 1980, a review of the Chicago Police Department (CPD). Files and Arrest Records, by met with negative results in locating any arrest information pertaining to
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The following investigation was conducted by Special Agent (SA) Chicago, Illinois: b6 b7c
On April 16, 1980, an inquiry through the Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS) for the State of Illinois, failed to locate any information pertaining to Chicago, Illinois.
On May 14, 1980, was contacted at his residence, Chicago, Illinois.
who was extremely cooperative, provided the following information :
advised that he was born in and has lived in Chicago the majority of his life. He advised that he graduated from Brigham Young University, in and thereafter. returned to Chicago.
He advised that he graduated from Brigham Young University, in and thereafter. returned to Chicago. He stated that between he served in the United States
Navy, where he worked in the
and had a tour in Korea. He advised that he has never had any type of parachute experience, nor has he ever flown an aircraft. He stated that he has been a passenger on a plane, however, he has never been in the northwestern States which include Washington and Oregon.
advised that he is currently employed with the Adorjan as a and he works pretty much full-time at McNeil Memorial Hospital, 3200 South Oak Park Avenue, Berwyn, Illinois.
stated he did recall the hijacking which took place out of the State of Washington several years ago, however, only recalled this because of the news media publicity it received.
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DATE:
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:
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-61)
SAC, CHICAGO (164-297) (RUC) (SQUAD 3)
SUBJECT:
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(00: SEATTLE)
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Re Salt Lake City airtel to Indianapolis, 3/28/80; and Indianapolis airtel to Chicago, 4/24/80.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an insert reflecting investigation conducted by Chicago. Indianapolis and Salt Lake City are each receiving one copy of aforementioned insert for information purposes. Chicago is considering this matter to be RUC.
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NORJAK (A) (00: SEATTLE) BUREAU FILE 164-2111
Re Salt Lake City airtel to Indianapolis, 3/28/80; and Indianapolis airtel to Chicago, 4/24/80.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an insert reflecting investigation conducted by Chicago.
Re Salt Lake City airtel to Indianapolis, 3/28/80; and Indianapolis airtel to Chicago, 4/24/80.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of an insert reflecting investigation conducted by Chicago. Indianapolis and Salt Lake City are each receiving one copy of aforementioned insert for information purposes.
Chicago is considering this matter to be RUC.
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TO
: SAC (164-0-62B) P
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK CAA - HIJACK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE: 164-2111
SUB C,J 
dated 4/2/80.
On 4/15/80, SA
met with
re having information advised as follows :
pertaining to captioned matter.
stated that just before Christmas,
1979, he met (name unrecalled) at the McGhee Tyson Airport. stated that this meeting concerned payment on an aircraft that he rented from
friend
paying a lease for his
stated that is
advised that unidentified friend needed assistance into and out of the rear seat
stated that this meeting concerned payment on an aircraft that he rented from
friend
paying a lease for his
stated that is
advised that unidentified friend needed assistance into and out of the rear seat of automobile; this person according to said very little and wore sunglasses all of the time. stated that via commercial airlines and left in the plane that rented them. stated that resides in an apartment in the New Orleans - Baton Rouge area of Louisiana as does his unidentified friend; location unknown for both individuals.
flew into Knoxville
advised that one to two weeks later he noticed in the newspaper some artist conceptions of D. B. Cooper when some money was located in a wooded section of a western state and was believed to have been some of the money obtained in captioned hijacking.
advised that he immediately recalled visit around Christmas, 1979, and the
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male friend that had with him. stated that
if the guy he saw with was not Cooper it was his twin brother by virtue of the artist conceptions.
stated that normally travels to Knoxville twice a month to transact business and on next trip to Knoxville (1/80), stated
he confronted about the identity of the friend that he had with him during his Christmas visit. stated
that had very little to say except that he admitted reluctantly that his friend's name was but he did
not want or like to be called by that name. also that he and his friend use to sky dive a lot told together. indicated that no mention was made as to how this "friend" of was injured although he assumed the injury to be from sky diving.
stated that the guy that looked like Cooper resides in an apartment in the New Orleans - Baton Rouge area and he also lives in Merida on the Yukatan (Phonetic) Peninsula near Mexico, somewhere in the jungle. stated that mentioned that "his friend" in this area and
stated that is due in the Knoxville area Wednesday, April
stated that mentioned that "his friend" in this area and
stated that is due in the Knoxville area Wednesday, April 16, 1980, at McGhee Tyson Airport for another meeting with him and at that time he will attempt to get additional information.
The writer advised
during his next
meeting with
to attempt to get specific information
re i.e. location of bait money, exact location of or get to admit that told him
unpublished details re captioned hijacking. agreed to get as much information as he could from
stated that
resided at
Jouplin, Missouri, telephone number one year ago and can currently be reached through an answering service using the alias of advised that the
(Phonetic) .
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address is from a cancelled check that he had of
advised that he currently leases the following two aircrafts to
1)
2)
stated that he believes that and that his "friend"
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address is from a cancelled check that he had of
advised that he currently leases the following two aircrafts to
1)
2)
stated that he believes that and that his "friend"
owns a twin engine occasionally flies around with him.
provided the following description of friend that he believed to be
Race
White Male
Sex
Age
Height
5'11" 130 pounds Brown and thinning on top; receding hairline.
Weight
Hair
Eyes Complexion Physical Character- istics
Wore sunglasses entire time. Dark and well tanned.
Accent
None noted or recalled; spoke very little - Calm, smoking Wore suit and had a lot of jewelry on. Initially introduced by
Demeanor Dress
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Occupation
Address
Believed to occupy an apartment in the Baton Rouge - New Orleans area of Louisiana as well as
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On May 19, 1980, SA re any additional information re captioned matter. stated that has been in the Knoxville area only once since April 15, 1980, and on that occasion was by himself and only stayed 15 minutes. he
advised that he has heard that due to pressure from DEA or some other law enforcement authority, friend (who he
he
advised that he has heard that due to pressure from DEA or some other law enforcement authority, friend (who he believes is Cooper) either has moved or will be moving very shortly from the New Orleans area. stated that he did not know where this individual would be relocating. stated that he is not sure when he will see again; however, he will attempt to get additional information re
telephonically contacted
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TO
: SAC (164-0-62B) P
DATE: 5/29/80
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK CAA - HIJACK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUFILE: 164-2111
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Re memo of SA
dated 4/2/80.
On 4/15/80, SA
met with
re having information
pertaining to captioned matter. advised as follows :
stated that just before Christmas,
1979, he met (name unrecalled) at the McGhee Tyson Airport. stated that this meeting concerned payment on an aircraft that he rented from
friend
paying a lease for his
stated that is
advised that unidentified friend needed assistance into and out of the rear seat of
stated that this meeting concerned payment on an aircraft that he rented from
friend
paying a lease for his
stated that is
advised that unidentified friend needed assistance into and out of the rear seat of automobile; this person according to said very little and wore sunglasses all of the time. stated that flew into Knoxville via commercial airlines and left in the plane that rented them. stated that resides in an apartment in the New Orleans - Baton Rouge area of Louisiana as does his unidentified friend; location unknown for both individuals.
advised that one to two weeks later he noticed in the newspaper some artist conceptions of D. B. Cooper when some money was located in a wooded section of a western state and was believed to have been some of the money obtained in captioned hijacking.
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TO
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DATE: 5/29/80
FROM :SAC, KNOXVILLE (164-0-62B) RUC
SUB J, HH
SUBJECT: NORJAK CAA - HIJACK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUFILE: 164-2111
Re Seattle letter to Knoxville dated 3/26/80. Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of self- explanatory memo to file dated 5/29/80 detailing information furnished to Knoxville Division by NV re captioned matter.
For information of Seattle, enclosed memo details the conversation held between SA Knoxville b6 b7C
Division and . Review of the information
furnished by indicates nothing specific or verifiable at this time. It is believed by the Knoxville Division that furnished this information on a pretext in an attempt to establish some credibility with the Knoxville Division inasmuch as several FBI Divisions have ongoing investigations involving Historically, has been to cooperate with Federal and local law enforcement authorities only when it would be
credibility with the Knoxville Division inasmuch as several FBI Divisions have ongoing investigations involving Historically, has been to cooperate with Federal and local law enforcement authorities only when it would be beneficial to him.
was shown the four artist conceptions that were enclosed with the referenced communication. advised that drawing number 3 most resembled with the only changes being a thinner facial structure and a hairline that receded more.
friend
Knoxville will maintain contact with in an attempt to develop more specific information. Inasmuch as no positive information was developed, this matter is being ruc'd.
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AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON 2 - Seattle (Enc .- 2). Med 10)
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1) If deemed feasible will contact DEA, New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to verify existance of 2) If deemed feasible will request New Orleans Division at New Orleans and Baton Rouge to conduct logical investigation re and his "UNSUB" friend.
and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to verify existance of 2) If deemed feasible will request New Orleans Division at New Orleans and Baton Rouge to conduct logical investigation re and his "UNSUB" friend.
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TO
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DATE:
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FROM : SAC, KNOXVILLE (164-0-62B) RUC
SUBJECT: NORJAK CAA - HIJACK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUFILE: 164-2111
SUB J, HH
Re Seattle letter to Knoxville dated 3/26/80. Enclosed for Seattle are two copies of self- explanatory memo to file dated 5/29/80 detailing information furnished to Knoxville Division by re captioned matter.
For information of Seattle, enclosed memo details the conversation held between SA Knoxville
Review of the information Division and furnished by indicates nothing specific or verifiable at this time. It is believed by the Knoxville Division that furnished this information on a pretext in an attempt to establish some credibility with the Knoxville Division inasmuch as several FBI Divisions have ongoing investigations involving Historically, has been to cooperate with Federal and local law
is believed by the Knoxville Division that furnished this information on a pretext in an attempt to establish some credibility with the Knoxville Division inasmuch as several FBI Divisions have ongoing investigations involving Historically, has been to cooperate with Federal and local law enforcement authorities only when it would be beneficial to him.
was shown the four artist conceptions that were enclosed with the referenced communication. advised that drawing number 3 most resembled with the only changes being a thinner facial structure and a hairline that receded more.
friend
Knoxville will maintain contact with in an attempt to develop more specific information. Inasmuch as no positive information was developed, this matter is being ruc'd.
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FROM
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Enclosed are four (4) artists composites, two black and white, and two color, depicting the NORJAK unsub, aka DAN COOPER, D.B. COOPER, with and without glasses.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight #305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 P.M., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed which would enable the rear door of the plane (Boeing 727) to be opened during the flight.
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The hijacker apparently bailed out somewhere between Seattle, Washington, and Reno, Nevada, where the plane landed to refuel. It was determined the hijacker, two parachutes, and the ransom money had disappeared when the plane was inspected at Reno, Nevada.
Artist conception drawings of the aircraft hijacker were prepared by the FBI Exhibit Section and are considered a reasonable likeness. The black and white composites were prepared initially and sometime later the color composites were prepared toi epict the
The black and white composites were prepared initially and sometime later the color composites were prepared toi epict the hijacker's complexion and age more graphically.
The hijacker is described as follows:

Race	White
Sex	Male
Age	Mid 40's
Height	5'10" to 6'
Weight	170 to 180 lbs.
Complexion	Olive, Latin appearance, medium smooth
·· Hair	Dark brown or black, parted on the left combed back
Eyes	Possibly brown, during later part of flight the
hijacker put on dark
wrap-around sunglasses with dark rims
Voice	Low, spoke intelligently, no particular accent
Characteristics	Smoked Raleigh filters type cigarettes
Wearing Apparel	Black or brown suit; narrow black tie (clip on type) ; black rain type overcoat or
dark top coat; dark briefcase or
The hijacker is described as follows:

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

ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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Remarks	Very polite at all times

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TO
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ATTN: SA
GREENSBORO R.A.
FROM
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00: Seattle
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Enclosed are four (4) artists composites, two black and white, and two color, depicting the NORJAK unsub, aka DAN COOPER, D.B. COOPER, with and without glasses.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight #305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 P.M., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions.
When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed which would enable the rear door of the plane (Boeing 727) to be opened during the flight.
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commonly known as
number
Apex, North Carolina, home telephone work telephone number appeared
at the Raleigh, North Carolina, Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where she was advised of the official identity of the interviewing agent and thereafter furnished the following
at the Raleigh, North Carolina, Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where she was advised of the official identity of the interviewing agent and thereafter furnished the following information:
said a few evenings ago, she was watching a television program entitled "In Search of" and viewed a composite photograph of a man being sought for the hijacking of an airplane about ten years ago in the Northwestern United States. stated the program stated the man used the name "'D. B. COOPER" and parachuted out of the airplane. said the composite photograph resembled her
said that on
? at Pueblo, Colorado, which is said she first met during July, 1961, while they both were Colorado. in Pueblo, that
said on March 14, 1962, and advised
that in January or February, 1962, she and moved to Parker, Arizona, where they both was owned by
which than and looked after
said was older
advised that the
lived in Tucson, Arizona.
stated in Parker, Arizona, she returned to Pueblo, Colorado, for a short while before taking a job in Northern California. said she worked for
California, as a in the Northwestern United
at various
States
stated visited her at some of the in 1963.
said she worked for
California, as a in the Northwestern United
at various
States
stated visited her at some of the in 1963.
stated she last saw in 1963 in Yuma.
Arizona, where he was in jail, probably on a said she visited in jail and later saw him on the street there where he told her he had been released.
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stated that shortly after showed her a
should
and told her that she and threatened her with physical
harm if she were to do so. said she did
when was not around and found contained therein a number of photographs showing in airplanes with parachutes on his back. said she never knew
to have parachuted and that he never talked about parachuting.
said she did
when was not around and found contained therein a number of photographs showing in airplanes with parachutes on his back. said she never knew
to have parachuted and that he never talked about parachuting. said said he had been in the Korean War and that he refused to talk much about his experience said
was
during the Korean
War.
said that shortly after
rented a furnished house in the of Pueblo,
stated she did not Colorado, using the name know why used the first name of for this transaction.
provided the interviewing agent with two pages she said she tore out of which is the only
thing she
stated these pages contain the handwriting of both and herself.
provided the following description of based on her recollection as well as information contained on pages, which is unverified
Name : Sex
Race : Date of Birth. Place of Birth. Height:
Weight: Build.
Hair
Eyes :
Facial Hair:
Complexion
Occupation :
Fale White
5 feet 9 inches 6 feet 180 pounds
Thin had tapeworm at one time. Dari: brown or black, worn in various styles from "duck tail' to crew cut which he changed frequently. Unrecalled, possibly blue.
Dari: brown or black, worn in various styles from "duck tail' to crew cut which he changed frequently. Unrecalled, possibly blue. Occasionally wore waxed handlebar mustache . Average
DB Cooper-17990
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Dress :	Liked to dress well, conservatively.
Tattoos :
Habits :	Heavy smoker, favored Lucky Strike cigarettes.
Military Serial Number:	United States Marines
First Wife:	Last known to be residing in St. Louis, Missouri, in
Son :
Brother:
had
red hair.
Brother's Wife:
Parents :	Never mentioned by
Other.
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Dress :	Liked to dress well, conservatively.
Tattoos :
Habits :	Heavy smoker, favored Lucky Strike cigarettes.
Military Serial Number:	United States Marines
First Wife:	Last known to be residing in St. Louis, Missouri, in
Son :
Brother:
had
red hair.
Brother's Wife:
Parents :	Never mentioned by
Other.

DB Cooper-17991FD-302 (REV. 3-8-77)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
€5,4
Date of transcription
May 2, 1980
commonly known as
b6
number
Apex, North Carolina, work telephone number appeared
home telephone b7C
at the Kaleigh. North Carolina, Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where she was advised of the official identity of the interviewing agent and thereafter furnished the following information:
said a few evenings ago,
North Carolina, Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where she was advised of the official identity of the interviewing agent and thereafter furnished the following information:
said a few evenings ago, she was watching a television program entitled "In Search of" and viewed a composite photograph of a man being sought for the hijacking of an airplane about ten years ago in the Northwestern United States. stated the program stated the man used the name "D. B. COOPER" and parachuted out of the airplane. said
the composite photograph resembled her
said that on
at Pueblo, Colorado, which is
said she first met during July, 1961,
while they both Colorado.
were in Pueblo, said on March 14. 1962, and that advised
that in January or February, 1962, she and moved to Parker, Arizona, where they both was owned by
which than and looked after
said was older
advised that the
lived in Tucson, Arizona.
stated in Parker, Arizona, b6 she returned to Pueblo, Colorado, for a short while before taking a job in Northern California. said she worked for
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at various
States
stated visited her at some of the
in 1963.
in Parker, Arizona, b6 she returned to Pueblo, Colorado, for a short while before taking a job in Northern California. said she worked for
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at various
States
stated visited her at some of the
in 1963.
stated she last ; saw in 1963 in Yuma. b6 Arizona, where he was in jail, probably. on a said she visited in jail and later saw him on the street there where he told her he had been released.
Investigation on 5/1/80 at Raleigh, N.C.
File #
CE 164-219
by SA
FORD
Date dictated
5/1/80
b6
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; .it and Its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency ...
DB Cooper-17992
16-1-81-8386
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California, as a in the Northwestern United
b7CFD-302 (REV. 3-8-77)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
6,7,4.
Date of transcription
May 2, 1980
commonly known as
b6 b7C
homme telephone number Apex, North Carolina, work telephone number appeared
at the Raleigh, North Carolina, Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where she was advised of the official identity of the interviewing agent and thereafter furnished the following
the Raleigh, North Carolina, Resident Agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) where she was advised of the official identity of the interviewing agent and thereafter furnished the following information: .
said a few evenings ago, she was watching a television program entitled "In Search of". and viewed a composite photograph of a man being sought for the hijacking . of an airplane about ten years ago in the Northwestern United States. stated the program stated the man used the name 'D. B. COOPER" and parachuted out of the airplane. said the composite photograph resembled her
said that on
at Pueblo, Colorado, which is said she first met during July, 1961,
while they both Colorado.
were in. Pueblo,
that
said on March 14. 1962, and advised
that in January or February, 1962, she and moved to Parker, Arizona, where they both was owned by
which than and looked after
881d was older
advised that the lived in Tucson, Arizona.
stated in Parker, Arizona, b6 she returned to Pueblo; Colorado, for a short while before b7c
taking a job in Northern California. said she worked for
at various
California, as a in the Northwestern United visited her at some of the
States
stated
in 1963.
said she worked for
at various
California, as a in the Northwestern United visited her at some of the
States
stated
in 1963.
stated she last saw
in 1963 in Yuna. b6 b7c
Arizona, where he was in jail, probably on a
said she visited in jail and later saw him on the street there where he told her he had been released.
Investigation on 5/1/30 at Raleigh, N.C.
File #
GB 164-219
by SA
BED
Date dictated
5/1/80
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DB Cooper-17995
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.
16-1-81-8386
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/2/80

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :	SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-219) (P)
Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/2/80

TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :	SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-219) (P)	317 J
NORJAK

Enclosed for Seattle are the following items : Original and five copies of an FD-302 regarding
Two pages torn from
Agent's notes regarding the
interview.
said she had spoken with regarding the information set forth in the enclosed FD-302 and had told her not to contact the FBI.
Therefore, requested that if any future contacts by the FBI are necessary, the contacting agent not identify himself to anyone other than herself.
Seattle is requested to review the enclosed FD-302 and thereafter set forth leads if deemed appropriate.
LEAD :
CHARLOTTE
AT WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA
A telephone call was received at the Greensboro, North Carolina, Resident Agency to the effect that 
2 . Seattle (Encs. 9) Nte
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS
Date
CE 164-219
an
who resides at
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was a look-alike of a composite photograph of the unknown subiect in this matter. Appropriate investigation regarding is being conducted.
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2*
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per DB Cooper-17999‹
-
AIRTEL
5/2/80
TO · SAC SEATTLE (164-S1)
FROM SAC, CHARLOTTE (164 219) (P) Que J
NORJAK
Enclosed for Seattle are the following items . Original and five copies of an FD 302 regarding
Two pages torn from Agent's notes regarding the interview.
said she had spoken with regarding the information set forth in the enclosed FD 302 and had told her not to contact the FBI.
said she had spoken with regarding the information set forth in the enclosed FD 302 and had told her not to contact the FBI. Therefore requested that if any future contacts by the FBI are necessary, the contacting agent not identify himself to anyone other than herself.
Seattle is requested to review the enclosed FD-302 and thereafter set forth leads if deemed appropriate.
LEAD :
CHARLOTTE
AT WINSTON SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA
A telephone call was received at the Greensboro, North Carolina Resident Agency to the effect that
2 Seattle (Encs. 9) 2 Charlotte
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an who resides at
Winston Salem, North Carolina, was a look alike of a composite photograph of the unknown subiect in this matter. Appropriate investigation regarding is being conducted.
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DB Cooper-18000
€FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile Priority CONFIDENTIAL AIRTEL :
Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile Priority CONFIDENTIAL AIRTEL Routine UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
5/2/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-219) (P)
SUB J
NORJAK
Enclosed for Seattle are the following items :
Original and five copies of an FD-302 regarding
NV
Two pages torn from
Agent's notes regarding the
interview.
said she had spoken with regarding the information set forth in the enclosed FD-302 and had told her not to contact the FBI. Therefore requested that if any future contacts by the FBI are necessary, the contacting agent not identify himself to anyone other than herself.
Seattle is requested to review the enclosed FD-302 and thereafter set forth leads if deemed appropriate.
LEAD :
CHARLOTTE
AT WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA
A telephone call was received at the Greensboro, North Carolina, Resident Agency to the effect that NV 2 . Seattle (Encs. 9) Ne 164-81-7381 2 Charlotte 9)med
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MAY 8 1980
FBI - SEATTLE 7
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Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per DB-Cooper-18002
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164-81
Date
File 2:36 2519
Class.
Case No.
Last Serial
₱ Pending Closed
Serial No. S
Description of Serial
Date
Charged
8382
+8383
Now filed in
Sub.file
3/3/82
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Employee
RECHARGE
Date
To
From
Initials of Clerk
Date
V
Date charged
Employee
Location
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-18004UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
5/12/80
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re suspect
:
Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 1/30/80.
From review of a current Woodland, Washington telephone directory, it is revealed that thereis no listing for a However, a is listed to phone number
b6 residence Woodland, Wash- b7C ington.
On 4/11/80, a computer review of the Washington Department of Motor Vehicles records reveals that b6 b7c
is a
On 4/11/80, a computer review of the Washington Department of Motor Vehicles records reveals that b6 b7c
is a male, DOB eyes - blue, height - Woodland
6 1", weight - 175 lbs. , and resides at
Washington. DMV records indicate that there is currently no vehicles registered to this individual in the State of Wash- ington.
LEAD
AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON -
Will obtain the drivers license photograph of
DOB and forward this to the writer.
AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON
Will continue investigation to process as a possible suspect in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
MES : val
(3)
vac
(info)
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-18017
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5/12/80
SA
NORJAK 00: Seattle
Re suspect
Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 1/30/80.
From review of a current Woodland, Washington telephone directory, it is revealed that there is no listing for a However, a is listed to phone number residence Woodland, Wash- ington.
From review of a current Woodland, Washington telephone directory, it is revealed that there is no listing for a However, a is listed to phone number residence Woodland, Wash- ington.
On 4/11/80, a computer review of the Washington Department of Motor Vehicles records reveals that
is a male, DOE eyes - blue, height -
6 '1", weight - 175 lbs., and resides at Woodland, Washington. DMV records indicate that there is currently no vehicles registered to this individual in the State of Wash- ington.
LEAD
AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON -
Will obtain the drivers license photograph of
DOB and forward this to the writer.
AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON -
Will continue investigation to process as a possible suspect in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
MES :val (3)
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5/12/80
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NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re suspect
b7C
b6 Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 1/30/80
From :review of a current Woodland, Washington telephone directory, it is revealed that there is no listing
for a
residence
However, a .
5/12/80
b6
SA
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NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re suspect
b7C
b6 Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 1/30/80
From :review of a current Woodland, Washington telephone directory, it is revealed that there is no listing
for a
residence
However, a .is listed to. b6 phone number
Woodland, Wash- b7c ington.
On 4/11/80, a computer review of the Washington Department of Motor Vehicles records reveals that b6 
is a male; . DOB .eyes `- blue,height - b7c
6 1", weight - 175 lbs., and resides at Woodland, Washington. DMV records indicate that there is currently no vehicles registered to this individual in the State of Wash- ington.
LEAD
AT OLYMPIA, .WASHINGTON
Will obtain the drivers license photograph of b6
DOB and forward this to the writer. b7c
AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON
Will continue investigation to process as a possible suspect in this matter. 
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
MES : val (3)
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SEARCHER DAINDEXES VW SERIALIZED FILED 4 MAY 108 :22
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DB Cooper-18019
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10/3%SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
5/12/80
SA
NORJAK 00: Seattle
Re suspect
Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 1/30/80.
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SEARCHER DAINDEXES VW SERIALIZED FILED 4 MAY 108 :22
Oligt
DB Cooper-18019
b6 b7c
10/3%SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
5/12/80
SA
NORJAK 00: Seattle
Re suspect
Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 1/30/80.
From review of a current Woodland, Washington telephone directory, it is revealed that there is no listing for a However, a is listed to
phone number
, residence
Woodland, Wash- ington.
On 4/11/80, a computer review of the Washington Department of Motor Vehicles records reveals that
is a male, DOB eyes - blue, height -
6'1", weight - 175 lbs., and resides at
Woodland, Washington. DMV records indicate that there is currently no vehicles registered to this individual in the State of Wash- ington.
LEAD
AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
Will obtain the drivers license photograph of DOB and forward this to the writer.
AT VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON -
Will continue investigation to process as a possible suspect in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
MES : val. (3)
164-81-8386 SEARCHER JU INDEX SERIALIZED FILED "
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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b6 b7c UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 5/13/80
FROM :
SA
SUB C
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re telephone call to ASAC from Representative Mccluskey, California.
on 4/22/80,
Referenced telephone call was made by an Aid to Congressman Mccluskey of California, who requested the name, composer, and lyrics to a song referred to as "The Ballad of D. B. Cooper". This inquiry was made pursuant to a constituent's inquiry and was referred to this office, specifically ASAC by the Portland Division.
A review of Seattle files, indicate the following references: In Seattle file 164-81-SubB, Vol. 1, newspaper clipping dated 11/23/72, final edition of the Seattle Post Intelligencer, Seattle, Washington, page Al8, written by Eldon Barrett, reports that a Portland nightclub singer, Tom Bresh, wrote and recorded a short lived success record entitled "D. B. Cooper, Where Are You?". Additionally, in the same file, a Seattle Post Intelligencer article written by Dick Clever, appearing on 11/23/72, in the final
Additionally, in the same file, a Seattle Post Intelligencer article written by Dick Clever, appearing on 11/23/72, in the final edition, at page Al9, there appears an article penned by Clever and copyrighted story, the copyright is held by the Seattle Post Intelligencer, dated 1972, entitled "A Ballad to the Man Called D. B. ".
That story and the words in their entirety are: "He was cool, he was calm, the man with the "bomb", who boarded flight 36 with ease. And pilot Bill Scott, not suspecting the plot, took off with the man called D. B. They were just in the air, when the stew caught the stare, of the man in the back of the plane. He passed her a paper, which he thought she'd read later, she thought him a flirt and quite vain. "Read the note," his wave told, and she thought him quite bold, to make such a pass in mid flight. But she did as he asked, and she read and she gasped, as the jet flew on into the night. The crew was quite shocked, to find this short hop, this all stop, short hop flight skyjacked.
BAB:val (2)
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Buy U.
The crew was quite shocked, to find this short hop, this all stop, short hop flight skyjacked.
BAB:val (2)
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But they did as he ordered, for a pirate had boarded, and they circled the field at Sea-Tac. The runway lights went dim, the plane coasted in, and sat pale as a ghost on the field. "Give me chutes, give me money," he said, "nothing funny", he used Tina, the stew, as a shield. "Get this show on the road," offi- cials were told, and the plane thundered into the night. "Fly it slow, fly it low, " he said, "onto Mexico!" and the rear door stayed open in flight. Its jump or face jail, as he stood at the tail, watching the darkness below. He took a deep breath, said, "It'll be a quick death," and leaped into space all alone. Clark County lay still, in the brisk evening chill, and the heart of the land skipped a beat. There was something not right, in the primeval night, there were thumps, bumps, and the clumping of feet.
There was something not right, in the primeval night, there were thumps, bumps, and the clumping of feet. When the morning mist cleared, and the story of D. B. was known, Thanksgiving was here, and the story of D. B. was known. The hills of Clark County, swarmed with hunters for bounty, and the seeds of a legend were sown. It spread near and far. In the taverns and bars, was repeated with relish and glee, Might you ever suppose, the woods will disclose, the bones of a man called D. B .? "
A review of Seattle file also discloses the report of a story which appeared in the 3/19/72 issue of the Los Angeles Times newspapers "West" magazine, wherein a song entitled "The Ballad of D. B. Cooper" appears along with the lyrics and its entirety. It is unknown whether the"Ballad of D. B. Cooper" and "A Ballad to the Man Called D. B. Cooper" are identical.
DB Cooper-18022
2*UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 5/13/80
FROM :
SA
SUB C
SUBJECT: .
DB Cooper-18022
2*UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 5/13/80
FROM :
SA
SUB C
SUBJECT: . NORJAK 00: Seattle
Re telephone call to ASAC from Representative Mccluskey, California.
on 4/22/80,
Referenced telephone call was made by an Aid to Congressman Mccluskey of California, who requested the name, composer, and lyrics to a song referred to as "The Ballad of D. B. Cooper". This inquiry was made pursuant to a constituent's inquiry and was referred to this office, specifically ASAC by the Portland Division. b6 . b7C
A review of Seattle files, indicate the following references: In Seattle file 164-81-SubB, Vol. 1, newspaper clipping dated 11/23/72, final edition of the Seattle Post Intelligencer, Seattle, Washington, page Al8, written by Eldon Barrett, reports that a Portland nightclub singer, Tom Bresh, wrote and recorded a short lived success record entitled "D. B. Cooper, Where Are You?". Additionally, in the same file, a Seattle Post Intelligencer article written by Dick Clever, appearing on 11/23/72, in the final edition, at page A19, there appears an article penned by
Additionally, in the same file, a Seattle Post Intelligencer article written by Dick Clever, appearing on 11/23/72, in the final edition, at page A19, there appears an article penned by Clever and copyrighted story, the copyright is held by the Seattle Post Intelligencer, dated 1972, entitled "A Ballad to the Man Called D. B. ".
That story and the words in their entirety are: "He was cool, he was calm, the man with the "bomb", who boarded flight 36 with ease. And pilot Bill Scott, not suspecting the plot, took off with the man called D. B. They were just in the air, when the stew caught the stare, of the man in the back of the plane. He passed her a paper, which he thought she'd read later, she thought him a flirt and quite vain. "Read the note," his wave told, and she thought him quite bold, to make such a pass in mid flight. But she did as he asked, and she read and she gasped, as the jet flew on into the night. The crew was quite shocked, to find this short hop, this all stop, short hop flight skyjacked.
BAB : val (2);
164-81-8387 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 1 FILED FBI - SEATTLE
Buy U.
The crew was quite shocked, to find this short hop, this all stop, short hop flight skyjacked.
BAB : val (2);
164-81-8387 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 1 FILED FBI - SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings-Plan DB Cooper-18023
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
SUB 7,4
5/12/80
Date of transcription.
residence, the
was interviewed at his by Special Agent
was advised that the purpose of this interview was to discuss any knowledge of the Northwest Orient Airlines hijacking at Portland, Oregon, on November 24, 1971. consented to the interview and provided the following information:
stated that he knows absolutely nothing of the above hijacking other then what he had read in the newspaper. stated that he is not the individual who had used the name Dan Cooper in this incident.
stated that, to the best of his recollection,
he had been working as a
at Mare Island in California in November of 1971. He continued to work there until he was
said that he could provide no further information regarding his activities at that time since it was so long ago.
He continued to work there until he was
said that he could provide no further information regarding his activities at that time since it was so long ago.
The following description was obtained from observation and interview:
Name
Address
Ryde, California White
Male
Sex
Date of birth
Hair
Gray (salt and pepper)
Blue
5'11"
Weight
175
Glasses Pecularities
Yes, prescription glasses
Investigation on
5/9/80
at Ryde, California
SG-164-50
File #
SE 164-161
5/9/80 621-81-8388 b6 b7C
by SA
js
Date dictated
SEARCHED ... INDEAGUAS SERIALIZED.FILED
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned tolyour agency: It and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-18025
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CAK: js
by SA The following investigation was conducted at Ryde, California:
On April 11, 1980, investigation in Walnut Grove and Ryde, California, determined that the
is located in Ryde, California.
CAK: js
by SA The following investigation was conducted at Ryde, California:
On April 11, 1980, investigation in Walnut Grove and Ryde, California, determined that the
is located in Ryde, California. Discreet
inquiry was made and the was identified. Parked outside the was a boat bearing the number
On April 14, 1980, a review of Department of Motor Vehicles registration showed that the above boat was registered to
Fairfield, California. This individual was issued
showing a California driver's license number and a physical. description birth date of of height 5'll", weight 175, eyes blue, hair brown,
On May 8, 1980, a check of State of California Records, Department of Justice, 33rd and C Streets. and Sacramento indices showed no record for
On Mav 9, 1980, (after numerous unsuccessful attempts) was contacted at his residence and interviewed.
It is noted that photograph appearing on California driver's license issued to
is an accurate representation of his appearance.
16-4-81-8389 SEARCHED ..... .. INDEXED __ ). SERIALIZED ..... .. FILED 4 May 1 41:00
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DB Cooper-18027
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b6 b7CSUB J
1 Sc 164-50
CAK: js
by SA
The following investigation was
FILED 4 May 1 41:00
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DB Cooper-18027
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1 Sc 164-50
CAK: js
by SA
The following investigation was conducted at Ryde, California:
On April 11, 1980, investigation in Walnut Grove and Ryde, California, determined that the
is located in Ryde, California. Discreet inquiry was made and the was identified. Parked outside the was a boat bearing the number
On April 14, 1980, a review of Department of Motor Vehicles registration showed that the above boat was registered to
Fairfield, California. This individual was issued
showing a California driver's license number
birth date of and a physical description of height 5'll", weight 175, eyes blue, hair brown,
On May 8, 1980, a check of State of California Records, Department of Justice, 33rd and C Streets, and Sacramento indices showed no record for
On May 9, 1980, (after numerous unsuccessful attempts) was contacted at his residence and interviewed.
It is noted that photograph appearing on California driver's license issued to is an accurate representation of his appearance.
It is noted that photograph appearing on California driver's license issued to is an accurate representation of his appearance.
164-81-8389
SEARCHED ......... INDEXED
may 1 4 1:20 FEJ - SEATTLE
DB Cooper-18028
b6 b7C I b6 .b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7c
b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET AIRTEL 
Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/12/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-161)
Ye
FROM:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
CAA (A) .
00: Seattle
SUB J
Re San Francisco teletype to Seattle dated
4/26/80.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies each of:
Sacramento investigative insert and FD 302
showing interview of Also enclosed for Seattle is one photo copy of California driver's license and fingerprint Also enclosed are Agent's interview notes. Original FD 302 will be forwarded separately.
are two copies each of:
Sacramento investigative insert and FD 302
showing interview of Also enclosed for Seattle is one photo copy of California driver's license and fingerprint Also enclosed are Agent's interview notes. Original FD 302 will be forwarded separately.
ADMINISTRATIVE
A source of a Stanislaus County Deputy had advised that he believes an individual by the name of fits the description of subject. reportedly
in Walnut Grove, California,
resides at the for the past several months. He has a and has paid his bills with twenty dollar bills. does not seem to work and drives a vehicle with Oregon license plates.
2- Seattle (Encl. 7) Med 1-Sacramento CAK: js (3)
a
81-8390
164 -1st
SEARCHED ... INDEXED
SERIALIZEU. FILED) 7
MAY 1 4 1980 Per
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
TTLE
il
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DB Cooper-18029
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FBISC 164-50
Based on the interview with and his not appearing to match the physical description of subject, Sacramento does not feel that he is identifiable with subject. Unless advised to the contrary by Seattle, Sacramento will conduct no further investigation in this matter.
DB Cooper-18030
2*
b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev.
Unless advised to the contrary by Seattle, Sacramento will conduct no further investigation in this matter.
DB Cooper-18030
2*
b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype AIRTEL Routine
FBI
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
5/12/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-161)
FROM:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
CAA (A) .
SUBJ
00: Seattle
Re San Francisco teletype to Seattle dated
4/26/80.
Enclosed for Seattle are two copies each of:
Sacramento investigative insert and FD 302
showing interview of Also enclosed for Seattle is one photo copy of California driver's license and fingerprint Also enclosed are Agent's interview notes. Original FD 302 will be forwarded separately.
ADMINISTRATIVE
A source of a Stanislaus County Deputy had advised that he believes an individual by the name of fits the description of subject.
ADMINISTRATIVE
A source of a Stanislaus County Deputy had advised that he believes an individual by the name of fits the description of subject. reportedly
resides at the in Walnut Grove, California, for the past several months. He has a and has paid his bills with twenty dollar bills. does not seem to work and drives a vehicle with Oregon license plates.
2 Seattle (Encl. 7) 1-Sacramento CAK: js (3)
16-1-81-8390
SEARCHED
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SERIAL IZEA
FILEn
MAY 1 4 1980
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
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7
DB Cooper-18031
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b6 b7CUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:
5/12/80
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
P/W
SAC, OMAHA (164-325) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJACK 00: SEATTLE
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
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Re Minneapolis letter to Omaha dated 2/28/80.
George, Iowa, Post Office, b6 b7C
On 4/23/80, advised that she has been a of the George, Iowa, area, and stated that she cannot recall anyone residing in the area by the name of She went on to state that her records show no residence within the George, Iowa, postal district with the last name of
On 4/23/80, Lyon County Sheriff's Office, Rock Rapids, Iowa, was contacted, at which
area, and stated that she cannot recall anyone residing in the area by the name of She went on to state that her records show no residence within the George, Iowa, postal district with the last name of
On 4/23/80, Lyon County Sheriff's Office, Rock Rapids, Iowa, was contacted, at which time she advised that her records contain nothing identifiable with
and in fact, she stated that her records contain nothing identifiable with anyone having the last name of within the Lyon County
area. went on to state that in checking the directory she has found no telephone listing for anyone with the last name of in or near the George, Iowa, area. She went on to state that in examining her driver's license records, she found no licenses in the name of in or near the George, Iowa, area, and in fact, there wre no possessing driver's licenses in all of Lyon County.
concluded by stating that she has been a of Lyon County and cannot recall anyone by residing in or near the George, Iowa,
b6 b7C
the name of area.
All future leads to consider recontacting Willmar, Minnesota, are being left to the discretion
b6 b7C of 00.
2 - Seattle 1 - Minneapolis (164-73) 1 - Omaha RO: dkf (4)
Buy U.
All future leads to consider recontacting Willmar, Minnesota, are being left to the discretion
b6 b7C of 00.
2 - Seattle 1 - Minneapolis (164-73) 1 - Omaha RO: dkf (4)
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-18033
164-81-8391 SEARCH IED 17 INDEXED SERIALIZED SU En
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV.7779) 1 6 1000
f b6 b7c
b6 b7c5/12/80 SZC, OMAIIN (104-325) (RUC) NORJACK 00: SEATTLE
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Re Minneapolis letter to Omaha dated 2/28/80.
George, Iowa, Post Office,
On 4/23/30, advised that she has toon a of the George, Iowa, arca, and stated that she cannot recall anyone residing in the aroa by the name of She went on to state that her records show no residence within the George, Iowa, poctal district with the last name of
On 4/23/30, Lyon County Sheriff's Office, Rock Rapids, Iowa, was contacted, at which time she advised that her records contain nothing identifiable with within the Lyon County
and in fact, she stated that her records contain nothing identifiable with anyono having the last name of area. wont on to state that in checking the directory she has found no telephone licting for anyone with the last name of
wont on to state that in checking the directory she has found no telephone licting for anyone with the last name of in or near the George, Iowa, arca. She went on to stato that in examining her driver's license records, she found no licenses in the name of in or near the George, Iowa, area, and in fact, there wre no rossessing driver's licenses in all of Lyon County.
concluded by stating that she has been a of Lyon County and cannot recall anyone by
the name of arca.
residing in or near the George, Iowa,
All future leads to consider recontacting Willmar, Minnesota, are being left to the discretion of 00.
'> - Seattle 1 - Minneapolis (1(4-73) 1 - Omaha RO: dkf (4)
4
CAY 1 6 1980
DB Cooper-18034
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7c
b6 b7C
b6 b7CUNIT STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:
5/12/80
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SUBJECT:
P/W
SAC, OMAHA (164-325) (RUC)
NORJACK
00: SEATTLE
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
b6 b7C
Re Minneapolis letter to Omaha dated 2/28/80.
On 4/23/80, advised that she has been a of the George, Iowa, area, and stated that she cannot recall anyone residing in the area by the name of She went on to state that her
On 4/23/80, advised that she has been a of the George, Iowa, area, and stated that she cannot recall anyone residing in the area by the name of She went on to state that her records show no residence within the George, Iowa, postal district with the last name of
George, Iowa, Post Office, b6
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and in fact, she stated that her records contain nothing identifiable with anyone having the last name of
On 4/23/80, Lyon County Sheriff's Office, Rock Rapids, Iowa, was contacted, at which time she advised that her records contain nothing identifiable with within the Lyon County area. went on to state that in checking the directory she has found no telephone listing for anyone with the last name of in or near the George, Iowa, area. She went on to state that in examining her driver's license records, she found no licenses in the name of in or near the George, Iowa, area, and in fact, there wre no possessing driver's licenses in all of Lyon County.
concluded by stating that she has been a b6 of Lyon County and cannot recall anyone by b7C
the name of area.
residing in or near the George, Iowa,
All future leads to consider recontacting Willmar, Minnesota,
residing in or near the George, Iowa,
All future leads to consider recontacting Willmar, Minnesota, are being left to the discretion
b6 b7C of 00.
2 - Seattle 1 - Minneapolis (164-73) 1 - Omaha RO : dkf (4)
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
164-81-8391
SEARC, IED
INDEXED
SERIALI750.
4
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REY 739) 16 1980.
GSAFINMR (A) CPR) 8-1.6 5010-112
F:
DB Cooper-18035
₹FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78) .
FBI
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE: SECRET Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority CONFIDENTIAL AIRTEL Routine UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS
Date
5/13/80
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SQD 10)
SUBJECT : NORJAK (A) ; 00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re San Francisco airtel to Miami, 4/15/80; and Miami airtel to Seattle, 5/1/80.
Being forwarded to the San Diego Office are copies of each referenced airtel.
(164-81)
FROM : SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SQD 10)
SUBJECT : NORJAK (A) ; 00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re San Francisco airtel to Miami, 4/15/80; and Miami airtel to Seattle, 5/1/80.
Being forwarded to the San Diego Office are copies of each referenced airtel. Enclosed for both the Seattle and Miami Offices are two copies each of a photograph of
San Diego requested to handle lead at El Cajon as set forth in referenced Miami airtel.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 - Seattle (Enc. 2 we'd +4 2 = Miami (164-522) (Enc. 2) 2 - San Diego (Enc. 2) 2 - San Francisco DJB/1t (8).
16-1-81-8392
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Transmitted
(Number) (Time)
1 . 1 6 1960 b6 b7C
DB Cooper-18036
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b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78) .
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype AIRTEL
PRECEDENCE: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine
FBI
CLASSIFICATION: SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
5/13/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SQD 10)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A) ;
00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re San Francisco airtel to Miami, 4/15/80; and Miami airtel to Seattle, 5/1/80.
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SQD 10)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A) ;
00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re San Francisco airtel to Miami, 4/15/80; and Miami airtel to Seattle, 5/1/80.
: Being forwarded to the San Diego Office are copies of each referenced airtel. Enclosed for both the Seattle and Miami Offices are two copies each of a photograph of
San Diego requested to handle lead at El Cajon as set forth in referenced Miami airtel.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 Seattle (Enc. 2) recid +
2 - Miami (164-522) (Enc. 2)
2 - San Diego (Enc. 2) 2 - San Francisco DJB/1t (8).
1641-81-8393
PAI1 6 1000
1
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per
FBI/DOJ
DB Cooper-18037
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b6 b7CFD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78) .
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority
PRECEDENCE: Immediate SECRET CONFIDENTIAL AIRTEL Routine UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS
Date
5/13/80
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) WORSE EN FRANCE
FROM : SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SQD 10)
SUBJECT : NORJAK (A) ; 00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re San Francisco airtel to Miami, 4/15/80;
Routine UNCLAS EFT O UNCLAS
Date
5/13/80
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) WORSE EN FRANCE
FROM : SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SQD 10)
SUBJECT : NORJAK (A) ; 00: SEATTLE
RE :
Re San Francisco airtel to Miami, 4/15/80; and Miami airtel to Seattle, 5/1/80.
Being forwarded to the San Diego Office are copies of each referenced airtel. Enclosed for both the Seattle and Miami Offices are two copies each of a photograph of
San Diego requested to handle lead at El Cajon as set forth in referenced Miami airtel.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Seattle (Enc. 2) 2 - Miami (164-522) (Enc. 2) 2 - San Diego (Enc. 2) 2 - San Francisco DJB/1t (8).
16-1-81-8392

INDEXE)
SERIALIZED 1	FILED
1.4
Per	y
1 6 1980

Approved:
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(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ
!
DB Cooper-18038
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b6 b7cAgreement SUB J
This agreement is made the th day of May 1980 between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and The term of this agreement is two years.
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agrees to supply access to a set of fingerprints belonging to a potential suspect in the D.
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agrees to supply access to a set of fingerprints belonging to a potential suspect in the D. B. Cooper air piracy investigation. The Bureau will compare the supplied fingerprints to latent prints taken from the scene of the crime. Within two weeks, the Bureau will send a letter to indicating the results of the comparison.
If a match is found, agrees to deliver to the FBI the name of the suspect and other relevant information. In exchange, the Bureau agrees to place no restrictions legal or other upon relative to the publication of D. B. Cooper material. 
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In addition, if the suspect whose prints are provided is captured during the term of this agreement, the Bureau will give the opportunity to interview the suspect (with the suspect's lawyer present) prior to the granting of interviews to other public media representatives.
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Date 5/15/90
Date
FBI Representative
DB Cooper-18039
64-81-8393 Agreement
SUB J
This agreement is made the th day of May 1980 between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and The term of
FBI Representative
DB Cooper-18039
64-81-8393 Agreement
SUB J
This agreement is made the th day of May 1980 between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and The term of b6 b7C this agreement is two years.
agrees to supply access to a set of fingerprints belonging to a potential suspect in the D. B. Cooper air piracy investigation. The Bureau will compare the supplied fingerprints to latent prints taken from the scene of the crime. Within two weeks, the Bureau will send a letter to indicating the results of the comparison.
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If a match is found, agrees to deliver to the FBI the name of the suspect and other relevant information. In exchange, the Bureau agrees to place no restrictions legal or other upor relative to the publication of D. B. Cooper material.
In addition, if the suspect whose prints are provided is captured during the term of this agreement, the Bureau will give the opportunity to interview the suspect (with the suspect's lawyer present) prior to the granting of interviews to other public media representatives.
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Date 5/15/80
Date
FBI Representative
1641-81-8393
DB Cooper-18040 :
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Date 5/15/80
Date
FBI Representative
1641-81-8393
DB Cooper-18040 Agreement
SUB J
This agreement is made the th day of May 1980 between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and The term of this agreement is two years.
agrees to supply access to a 'set of fingerprints belonging to a potential suspect in the D. B. Cooper air piracy investigation. The Bureau will compare the supplied fingerprints to latent prints taken from the scene of the crime. Within two weeks, the Bureau will send a letter to indicating the results of the comparison.
If a match is found, agrees to deliver to the FBI the name of the suspect and other relevant information. In exchange, the Bureau agrees to place no restrictions legal or other upor relative to the publication of D. B. Cooper material ..
In addition, if the suspect whose prints are provided is captured during the term of this agreement, the Bureau will give the opportunity to interview the suspect (with the suspect's lawyer present) prior to the granting of interviews to other public media representatives.
during the term of this agreement, the Bureau will give the opportunity to interview the suspect (with the suspect's lawyer present) prior to the granting of interviews to other public media representatives.
Date 5/15/20
Date
FBI Representative
164-81-8393
DB Cooper-18041
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b6 b7c
b6 b7c
b6 b7c
b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/19/80
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) (ATTN:
LEGAL COUNSEL DIVISION)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
SUB L.J.
prepared by
Enclosed for the Bureau are two copies of an agreement
For the information of the Bureau,
who has a business address in Mountain View. California and telephone numbers of and
has been
in contact with the Seattle and other Divisions of the FBI, concerning captioned matter. He states he has done considerable research in connection with an individual whom he feels is a suspect in captioned hijacking and has a book which he has pre- pared concerning this.
He states he has done considerable research in connection with an individual whom he feels is a suspect in captioned hijacking and has a book which he has pre- pared concerning this. He has obtained fingerprints of this individual and desires to furnish them to the FBI for comparison with latent fingerprints which were located in the aircraft following captioned hijacking. It should be noted that there were some latent fingerprints as well as palm prints located in the aircraft.
It has been explained to that he can make available to the FBI, the fingerprints which he has and that a comparison will be made and he will be advised of the results. He states, however, that on advice of his attorney, he does not desire to make these fingerprints available until the FBI has signed an agreement with him that they will not prevent him from publishing his book. It has been explained that the FBI will in no way inter fer with the publication of his book and that obviously an identification of the subject would be a great benefit for him in marketing his book. He has stated, however, that because of his attorney's advice, he desires to have an agreement signed prior to
He has stated, however, that because of his attorney's advice, he desires to have an agreement signed prior to making the fingerprints available.
2 - Bureau (Encl JSD : kln 2- Seattle Searched.
Showalized!
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Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per
# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18042
164-81-8394
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A
(4)
Kdoxed
Filed
V
FBI TOP SECRET Facsimile AIRTEL Routine SE 164-81 prepared the enclosed agreement and forwarded it to the Seattle Office. A review of the agreement reveals the following items which raise questions:
The first paragraph states that this agreement is for a term of two years. It does not appear that the time is important inasmuch as it relates to a specific item of evidence and case.
In the second paragraph, it is stated that, "Within two weeks the Bureau will send a letter to indicating the results of the comparison.
In the second paragraph, it is stated that, "Within two weeks the Bureau will send a letter to indicating the results of the comparison." This two week period could possibly create difficulty in getting the fingerprints to the Identification Division and compared within this time. indicated that he based this time period on information which had previously been furnished to him by persons he had contacted in connection with the investigation and his purpose for including this time period is that he desires the results as quickly as possible.
Paragraph three states in part, " ... the Bureau agrees to place no restrictions legal or other upon relative b6 b7c
to the publication of D. B. Cooper material." This statement does not specifically identify the material referred to; however, the material is the information which has developed through his independent investigation and this should be more clearly spelled out in any agreement that is signed.
Paragraph four of the agreement provides that the Bureau will give the opportunity to interview the subject prior to granting interviews to other media
Paragraph four of the agreement provides that the Bureau will give the opportunity to interview the subject prior to granting interviews to other media representatives. It has been explained to that the FBI has no authority to grant or deny interviews of suspects to any news media representatives. He was advised that when a subject is arrested, he is turned over to the custody of the U. S. Marshal and any interviews of the subject will then depend on the local ground rules set forth by the U.S. Marshal as well as by the desires of the subject. He was advised that the FBI's obligation is to insure that a person, upon arrest, appears before the U. S. Magistrate and that following this the subject will be in the custody of the U. S. Marshal, if in custody. advised that he did not anticipate that the interview with the subject would be a problem inasmuch as he and his company would retain a lawyer for the subject if he is arrested and therefore arrangements would be made for interview through that attorney.
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DB Cooper-18043
2 SE 164-81
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
The Bureau is
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DB Cooper-18043
2 SE 164-81
REQUEST OF THE BUREAU
The Bureau is requested to review the enclosed agreement for necessary changes and communicate these to the Seattle Division. It should be noted that who has an address of Mountain View, California, is anxious to resolve this matter and therefore it is requested that this matter be handled as expeditiously as possible.
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DB Cooper-18044
3 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78) 
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE: Immediate Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: SECRET Priority TOP SECRET Facsimile AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
5/19/80
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111 ) ( ATTN:
LEGAL COUNSEL DIVISION)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00 :
SEATTLE
SUB C.J
Enclosed for the Bureau are two copies of an agreement
prepared by
For the information of the Bureau,
who has a business address in Mountain View, California and telephone
J
Enclosed for the Bureau are two copies of an agreement
prepared by
For the information of the Bureau,
who has a business address in Mountain View, California and telephone numbers of and has been in contact with the Seattle and other Divisions of the FBI, concerning captioned matter. He states he has done considerable research in connection with an individual whom he feels is a suspect in captioned hijacking and has a book which he has pre- pared concerning this. He has obtained fingerprints of this individual and desires to furnish them to the FBI for comparison with latent fingerprints which were located in the aircraft following captioned hijacking. It should be noted that there were some latent fingerprints as well as palm prints located in the aircraft.
It has been explained to that he can make available to the FBI, the fingerprints which he has and that a comparison will be made and he will be advised of the results. He states, however, that on advice of his attorney, he does not desire to make these fingerprints available until the FBI has signed an agreement with him that they will not prevent him from publishing his book.
that on advice of his attorney, he does not desire to make these fingerprints available until the FBI has signed an agreement with him that they will not prevent him from publishing his book. It has been explained that the FBI will in no way inter fer with the publication of his book and that obviously an identification of the subject would be a great benefit for him in marketing his book. He has stated, however, that because of his attorney's advice, he desires to have an agreement signed prior to making the fingerprints available.
2 - Bureau (Encl 2) 2 - Seattle JSD: kln (4)
DB Cooper-18045
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402 1641-81-95921
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
CLASSIFICATION: Toletype TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile AIRTEL 
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/19/80
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) (ATTN:
LEGAL COUNSEL DIVISION)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
SUBJECT
Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/19/80
TO
:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) (ATTN:
LEGAL COUNSEL DIVISION)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164A-81)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
SUB C.J.
Enclosed for the Bureau are two copies of an agreement prepared by
For the information of the Bureau,
who has a business address in Mountain View. California and telephone numbers of and
has been in contact with the Seattle and other Divisions of the FBI, concerning captioned matter. He states he has done considerable research in connection with an individual whom he feels is a suspect in captioned hijacking and has a book which he has pre- pared concerning this. He has obtained fingerprints of this individual and desires to furnish them to the FBI for comparison with latent fingerprints which were located in the aircraft following captioned hijacking. It should be noted that there were some latent fingerprints as well as palm prints located in the aircraft.
It has been explained to that he can make available to the FBI, the fingerprints which he has and that a comparison will be made and he will be advised of the results.
It has been explained to that he can make available to the FBI, the fingerprints which he has and that a comparison will be made and he will be advised of the results. He states, however, that on advice of his attorney, he does not desire to make these fingerprints available until the FBI has signed an agreement with him that they will not prevent him from publishing his book. It has been explained that the FBI will in no way inter fer with the publication of his book and that obviously an identification of the subject would be a great benefit for him in marketing his book. He has stated, however, that because of his attorney's advice, he desires to have an agreement signed prior to making the fingerprints available. .
2 - Bureau (Encl 2) Seattle
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# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402 DB Cooper-18048
164-81-8394
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b6 b7C UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, NEW ORLEANS
(ATTN:
SA
DATE:
5/21/80
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, NEW ORLEANS
(ATTN:
SA
DATE:
5/21/80
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile 164-2111
SUB-C
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Enclosed are four (4) artists composites, two black and white, and two color, depicting the NORJAK unsub, aka DAN COOPER, D.B. COOPER, with and without glasses.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight #305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 P.M., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and
After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed which would enable the rear door of the plane (Boeing 727) to be opened during the flight.
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DB Cooper-18051
164-81-8395SE 164-81
The hijacker apparently bailed out somewhere between Seattle, Washington, and Reno, Nevada, where the plane landed to refuel. It was determined the hijacker, two parachutes, and the ransom money had disappeared when the plane was inspected at Reno, Nevada.
Artist conception drawings of the aircraft hijacker were prepared by the FBI Exhibit Section and are considered a reasonable likeness. The black and white composites were prepared initially and sometime later the color composites were prepared toi epict the hijacker's complexion and age more graphically.
The black and white composites were prepared initially and sometime later the color composites were prepared toi epict the hijacker's complexion and age more graphically.
The hijacker is described as follows:

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

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

ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-18052
- 2 -UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
top coat; dark briefcase or attache case; carried a paper bag - 4 x 12 x 14 inches; brown shoes
Remarks	Very polite at all times

ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-18052
- 2 -UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, NEW ORLEANS
(ATTN: SA
DATE:
5/21/80
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile 164-2111
SUB C
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Enclosed are four (4) artists composites, two black and white, and two color, depicting the NORJAK unsub, aka DAN COOPER, D.B. COOPER, with and without glasses.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight #305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 P.M., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions.
When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed which would enable the rear door of the plane (Boeing 727) to be opened during the flight.
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DB Cooper-18053
164-81-8395UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, BUFFALO
(ATTN: SA
DATE:
5/23/80
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
BUB L
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SUBJECT:	NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile 164-2111

Re Buffalo telcall to
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SUBJECT:	NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile 164-2111

Re Buffalo telcall to Seattle, 5/23/80. Enclosed are four (4) artists composites, two black and white, and two color, depicting the NORJAK unsub, aka DAN COOPER, D.B. COOPER, with and without glasses.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight #305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 P.M., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed which would enable the rear door of the plane (Boeing 727) to be opened during the flight.
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DB Cooper-18055
164-81-8396SE 164-81
The hijacker apparently bailed out somewhere between Seattle, Washington, and Reno, Nevada, where the plane landed to refuel. It was determined the hijacker, two parachutes, and the ransom money had disappeared when the plane was inspected at Reno, Nevada.
Artist conception drawings of the aircraft hijacker were prepared by the FBI Exhibit Section and are considered a reasonable likeness. The black and white composites were prepared initially and sometime later the color composites were prepared toi epict the hijacker's complexion and age more graphically.
The black and white composites were prepared initially and sometime later the color composites were prepared toi epict the hijacker's complexion and age more graphically.
The hijacker is described as follows:

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

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

ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB
narrow black tie (clip on type) ; black rain type overcoat or
dark top coat; dark briefcase or attache case; carried a paper bag - 4 x 12 x 14 inches; brown shoes
Remarks	Very polite at all times

ARMED AND DANGEROUS
DB Cooper-18056
~ 2 -UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, BUFFALO
(ATTN: SA
DATE:
5/23/80
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUB C
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SUBJECT:	NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile 164-2111

Re Buffalo telcall to Seattle, 5/23/80. Enclosed are four (4) artists composites, two black and white, and two color, depicting the NORJAK unsub, aka DAN COOPER, D.B. COOPER, with and without glasses.
THE CRIME
On November 24, 1971, a lone white male boarded Northwest Orient Flight #305 at Portland, Oregon. At approximately 3:22 P.M., while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
, while the flight was en route to Seattle, Washington, he indicated to the stewardess that his brief case contained a bomb which would blow up the plane unless his demands were met.
The hijacker demanded $200,000 and four parachutes in exchange for the safety of the 36 passengers aboard the plane. When the aircraft landed at Seattle, Washington, Northwest Orient Airlines complied with his instructions. After he received the parachutes and the money, the hijacker allowed all passengers and two airline stewardesses to deplane.
He then ordered the remaining crew members into the first-class section of the aircraft and informed them he desired to fly to Mexico City. The hijacker instructed that the plane proceed in a southerly direction and fly at a low altitude and slow speed which would enable the rear door of the plane (Boeing 727) to be opened during the flight.
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DB Cooper-18057
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Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan 16-1-81-8396BU0003 1442243Z- PP SE DE BU 
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FM BUFFALO (164-134) (P) TO SEATTLE PRIORITY
BT
UNCLAS NORJAKY .. 00 SEATTLE
RE BUFFALO TELCAL TO SEATTLE, MAY 23, 1980.
ON MAY 23, 1980, FORMER BUFFALO SAC RICHARD D. ROGGE TELEPHONICALLY CONTACTED BUFFALO OFFICE TO ADVISE THAT HE HAD INFORMATION TO. PROVIDE .. CONCERNING. CAPTIONED MATTER. ROGGE WAS CALLING ON BEHALF OF b6 AT BUFFALO , N.Y.,, TELEPHONE b7D
ACCORDING TO ROGGE
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BUFFALO, NY AREA.
RESULTED IN INFORMATION
CONCERNING CAPTIONED SUBJECT.
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THE FOLLOWING INFO: ON. MAY 21, 1980,
IN REGARDS TO A LOCAL. EMPLOYMENT .. AT THAT TIME ADVISED THAT . IN' JANUARY. OF 1980 .HE WAS . HITCHHIKING ON ROUTE 5; GOING TOWARDS SEATTLE DURING A .SNOWSTORM. AT THAT TIME 'AN UNIDENTIFIED WHITE MALE.
HITCHHIKING ON ROUTE 5; GOING TOWARDS SEATTLE DURING A .SNOWSTORM. AT THAT TIME 'AN UNIDENTIFIED WHITE MALE. .. (W/M) DRIVING A LATE MODEL CADILLAC STOPPED TO GIVE HIM. A RIDE. . THIS .W/M WAS ONLY DESCRIBED AS BEING IN HIS 40'S AND HAVING
AND. UNIDENTIFIED W/M . PROCEEDED TO THE SEATTLE AREA UNTIL THEY CAME TO., AN; UNIDENTIFIED BODY OF WATER. AT THIS POINT AND UNIDENTIFIED W/M PROCEEDED" TO TAKE
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ON WAS A LOG CABIN IN WHICH UNIDENTIFIED W/M APPARENTLY RESIDED .. . ONCE INSIDE UNIDENTIFIED W/M SHOWED
A. PARACHUTE WITH THE WORD NASA WRITTEN ACROSS IT; UNIDENTIFIED . W/M THEN PROCEEDED . TO TELL A STORY OF HOW SEVERAL YEARS EARLIER HE HAD HIJACKED AN UNIDENTIFIED PLANE FOR ONE :MILLION DOLLARS .. UNIDENTIFIED .W/M EXPLAINED THAT AFTER RECEIVING THE ONE. MILLION, DOLLARS .HE PARACHUTED FROM THE PLANE. AT THAT POINT. UNIDENTIFIED W/M. SHOWED LARGE AMOUNTS OF
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BUFFALO .AT BUFFALO, N.Y. WILL CONTACT AT. HIŞ HOME ADDRESS .BUFFALO; . NY, AT THE. EARLIEST
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POSSIBLE DATE AND CONDUCT: APPROPRIATE INTERVIEW.
SEATTLE IS REQUESTED' TO . CONDUCT APPROPRIATE' INVESTIGATION. FD-302S .FOLLOW:
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RE BUFFALO TELCAL TO SEATTLE, MAY 23, 1980.
ON MAY . 23., . 1980, FORMER BUFFALO SAC " RICHARD 'D.
: : 00 SEATTLE
RE BUFFALO TELCAL TO SEATTLE, MAY 23, 1980.
ON MAY . 23., . 1980, FORMER BUFFALO SAC " RICHARD 'D., ROGGE
TELEPHONICALLY CONTACTED BUFFALO OFFICE TO ADVISE THAT HE HAD INFORMATION TO PROVIDE CONCERNING CAPTIONED MATTER ...: RO GGE. WAS
CALLING ON BEHALF OF b6
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BUFFALO, N.Y. , TELEPHONE.
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OF . AN INDIVIDUAL, IN : THE
BUFFALO, NY AREA.
RESULTED IN INFORMATION
CONCERNING CAPTIONED SUBJECT 1
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(PROTECT IDENTITY) WAS
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RE: BUFFALO TELCAL TO SEATTLE, MAY 23, 1980.
ON MAY 23, 1980, "FORMER BUFFALO SAC RICHARD D. ROGGE TELEPHONICALLY CONTACTED BUFFALO OFFICE TO ADVISE THAT HE HAD: INFORMATION TO PROVIDE . CONCERNING CAPTIONED MATTER. ROGGE WAS CALLING ON BEHALF OF
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OF AN INDIVIDUAL IN THE
BUFFALO, NY ARSA. RESULTED IN INFORMATION
CONCERNING . CAPTIONED SUSJECT
ON MAY 23; 1982. (PROTECT IDENTITY) WAS; b6
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b7CUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
5/22/80
FROM
:
D.C, CHARLOTTE (164-219) (RUG)
SUBJ
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Seattle letter to Charlotte, 5/6/80.
On 2/15/80,
Rural Hall, N. C., telephone number
office telephone number telephonically contacted the Greensboro RA of the FBI and advised that she has seen an individual who closely resembles D.B. COOPER, who parachuted out of an airplane several years ago. stated that she by the name of
Winston-Salem,
N. C., telephone number who looks exactly like the photographs of D.B. COOPER she had seen on television and in the Winston-Salem Journal-Sentinel, newspaper.
, telephone number who looks exactly like the photographs of D.B. COOPER she had seen on television and in the Winston-Salem Journal-Sentinel, newspaper. She stated that the apparently imoved from either Oregon or the Seattle, Washington area approximately eight years ago to Winston-Salem. She stated that is employed as an with Newman-Winfrey-Van Edder in Winston-Salem, N.C.
The following investigation was conducted by
SC
CREDIT
Winston-Salem Credit Bureau, advised on 4/29/80, that after checking her credit records, it was determined that a file was opened in 11/74, regarding Credit file reflects two addresses, both Winston-Salem,
N. C. 2- Seattle 1 - Charlotte ZTL:jat (3)
DB Cooper-18068 Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Saving
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164-81-8398
SEARCHED. A.L. INDEXED .. SERIALIZED + FILED 4 
MAY 2 8 1980
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Credit record reflects numerous entries, however, none were of an unsatisfactory nature.
IDENTIFICATION
On 4/8/80, Officer Forsyth County City Identification Division, Winston-Salem PD, advised that after checking his records, he was unable to locate a record
IDENTIFICATION
On 4/8/80, Officer Forsyth County City Identification Division, Winston-Salem PD, advised that after checking his records, he was unable to locate a record identifiable with
Winston-Salem, N. C.
On the same date, Forsyth County Sheriff's Office, advised that after checking his records, he was unable to locate a record identifiable with Winston-Salem, N. C.
The following investigation was conducted by SA
On 5/15/80, was interviewed at his place of employment, Newman-Winfrey-Van Edder, Inc., 865 W. 42 St., Winston-Salem, N. C., and furnished the following information:
moved to Winston-Salem, N.C., in the fall of 1974 after having spent all of his adult life in the Spokane, Washington area. in Spokane, Washington, at the present time and moved to Winston-Salem for a better job opportunity in the education
is limited to that of a high school graduate. however, has obtained
in the state of N. C.
was vaguely familiar with the aircraft hijacking matter which occurred in 1971 perpetrated by an individual identifying himself as D.B. COOPER, however, could provide no information regarding the incident.
was vaguely familiar with the aircraft hijacking matter which occurred in 1971 perpetrated by an individual identifying himself as D.B. COOPER, however, could provide no information regarding the incident. has never been in the military service and has never parachuted out of an airplane.
Physical observation of would appear to
exclude him as a suspect in this matter as has a pale complexion and light brown hair, graying on the sides. has blue eyes and his general appearance does not suggest that he is affluent. is employed. They do not have expensive automobiles nor do they reside in an affluent neighborhood.
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The following description of was obtained
from observation and interview:
Name :
Race:
White
Sex:
Male
DOB:
POB :
Father:
Mother:
Portland, Oregon
Sister:
Height:
Portland, Oregon
Weight: 180 pounds
5'102"
Hair:
Brown
Eyes :
Blue
Complexion:
Pale
Education:
Military service: None None admitted
Arrests :
Residence:
Pfafftown, N. C.
Home telephone:
Employment:
Newman-Winfrey-Van Edder, 865 W. 42 St., Winston-Salem. N.
Eyes :
Blue
Complexion:
Pale
Education:
Military service: None None admitted
Arrests :
Residence:
Pfafftown, N. C.
Home telephone:
Employment:
Newman-Winfrey-Van Edder, 865 W. 42 St., Winston-Salem. N.C. telephone 724-1503,
state of
North Carolina
Wife: Children:
Automobiles :
In view of the fact no additional investigation is outstanding in the Charlotte Division, this matter is being considered RUC.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-18070
3*SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) 5/22/80
SAG, CHARLOTTE (164-219) (RUC)
NORJAK GAA-HIJACK (A) (00: SEATTLE)
Re Seattle letter to Charlotte, 5/6/80.
On 2/15/80,
Rural Hall, N.C., telephone number office telephone number telephonically contacted the Greensboro RA of the FBI and advised that she has seen an individual who closely resembles D.B. COOPER, who parachuted out of an airplane several years ago. stated that she by the name of
Winston-Salem,
N.C., telephone number who looks exactly like the photographs of D.B. COOPER she had seen on television and in the Winston-Salem Journal-Sentinel, newspaper, She stated that the apparently moved from either Oregon or the Seattle, Washington area approximately eight years ago to Winston-Salem.
on television and in the Winston-Salem Journal-Sentinel, newspaper, She stated that the apparently moved from either Oregon or the Seattle, Washington area approximately eight years ago to Winston-Salem. She stated that is employed as an with Newman-Winfrey-Van Idder in Winston-Salem, N.C.
The following investigation was conducted by
SC
CREDIT
Winston-Salem Credit Bureau, advised on 4/29/80, that after checking her credit records, it was determined that a file was opened in 11/74, regarding Credit file reflects two addresses, both Winston-Salem,
N. C. (2)- Seattle I - Charlotte ZTL: jat (3)
16-1-91-8899 1 MAY 2 8 1980
FBI SEATTLE
DB Cooper-18071
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Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
5/22/80
FROM
:
Rpc, C, CHARLOTTE (164-219) (RUC)
SUBJ
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA-HIJACK (A)
(00: SEATTLE)
Re Seattle letter to Charlotte, 5/6/80.
On 2/15/80,
Rural Hall, N. C., telephone number
office
telephone number telephonically contacted the Greensboro RA of the FBI and advised that she has seen an individual who closely
, telephone number
office
telephone number telephonically contacted the Greensboro RA of the FBI and advised that she has seen an individual who closely resembles D.B. COOPER, who parachuted out of an airplane several years ago. - stated that she by the name of
9 , Winston-Salem,
N. C., telephone number
who looks exactly like the photographs of D.B. COOPER she had seen on television and in the Winston-Salem Journal-Sentinel, newspaper. She stated that the apparently moved from either Oregon or the Seattle, Washington area approximately eight years ago to Winston-Salem. She stated that is employed as an with Newman-Winfrey-Van Edder in Winston-Salem, N.C.
The following investigation was conducted by
SC
CREDIT
Winston-Salem Credit Bureau, advised on 4/29/80, that after checking her credit records, it was determined that a file was opened in 11/74, regarding Credit file reflects two addresses, both Winston-Salem, N. C. (2- Seattle 1 - Charlotte ZTL:jat (3)
164-81-8398 SEARCHED HA INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED M
MAY 208 1980
FBI - SEATTLE ON
Buy U.
(2- Seattle 1 - Charlotte ZTL:jat (3)
164-81-8398 SEARCHED HA INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED M
MAY 208 1980
FBI - SEATTLE ON
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
5/19/80
FROM SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUFILE 164-2111
SUB J
Re Indianapolis letter to Seattle, 3/27/80.
On April 10; 1980, Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) advised was tried and convicted in the fall of 1977 for in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Cleveland, Ohio. AUSA advised there were sketches of used in the trial to identify him as the subject in She advised the similarities in any sketches (6 years later) would be
of D. B. Cooper and coincidental. As for reported background as a paratrooper, AUSA had a bearing on her case and that advised this would not have always been that of has
Review of
provided the following background information
regarding
The following descriptive data was obtained from
for reported background as a paratrooper, AUSA had a bearing on her case and that advised this would not have always been that of has
Review of
provided the following background information
regarding
The following descriptive data was obtained from
the file:
True Name:
Race:
Date of Birth:
Height:
Weight:
Caucasian
5'8"
180 lbs. 2 - Seattle 1 - Indianapolis 1 - Cleveland
VTD: dcg (4)
5010-110
164-81-8399 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED. 1 MAY 310 1980
4 E
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Sav DB Cooper-18077
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Hair:
Eyes: Social Security
Account Number :
Marital Status:
Past Residences:
Ex-Wife:
Brown Brown
Youngstown, Ohio
Canfield, Ohio
Youngstown, Ohio
The 1968 thru 1975 Youngstown City Directories
listed
home address as
Youngstown, Ohio. In the 1973 and 1975 editions
his employment was listed as
. In 1970
and 1971 no occupation was listed. In 1968 his occupation was listed as a
September 1977 investigation at Household Finance Company (HFC), 3551 Belmont Avenue, Liberty Township, Ohio revealed the following information:
HFC had closed their account in the name of
Youngstown, Ohio, Social Security Account Number .
Finance Company (HFC), 3551 Belmont Avenue, Liberty Township, Ohio revealed the following information:
HFC had closed their account in the name of
Youngstown, Ohio, Social Security Account Number . , address
Records indicated that Shaughnessey was employed at UNIVAC Corp., Youngstown, Ohio.
had
in February,
1967. He had borrowed
a
ir Payment records indicated he
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DB Cooper-18078
2* SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
5/19/80
SAC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC)
NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUFILE 164-2111
SUB I
Re Indianapolis letter to Seattle, 3/27/80.
On April 10, 1980, Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) advised was tried and convicted in the fall of 1977 for in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Cleveland, Ohio. AUSA advised there were sketches of used in the trial to identify him as the subject in She advised the similarities in any sketches
of D. B. Cooper and (6 years later) would be coincidental. As for as a paratrooper, AUSA advised this would not have
reported background had a bearing on her case and that has always been that of Review of
provided the following background information
regarding
The following descriptive data was obtained
not have
reported background had a bearing on her case and that has always been that of Review of
provided the following background information
regarding
The following descriptive data was obtained from the file:
True Name:
Race:
Date of Birth:
Height:
Weight:
Caucasian
58T
180 lbs.
2/- Seattle 1 - Indianapolis 1 - Cleveland
VTD: dcg (4)
164-81-8399
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DB Cooper-18079OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 «JULY 1ST3 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
5/19/80
FROM
SẮC, CLEVELAND (164-88) (RUC)
SUB J
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
Re Indianapolis letter to Seattle, 3/27/80.
On April 10; 1980, Assistant United States Attorney advised was tried
(AUSA)
and convicted in the fall of 1977 for in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, Cleveland, Ohio. AUSA
advised there were sketches of used in the trial to identify him as the subject in She advised the similarities in any sketches (6 years later) would be reported background
of D. B. Cooper and coincidental. As for as a paratrooper, AUSA had a bearing on her case and that
advised this would not have always been that of
has
'Review of
As for as a paratrooper, AUSA had a bearing on her case and that
advised this would not have always been that of
has
'Review of
provided the following background information
regarding
The following descriptive data was obtained from the file:
True Name:
Race:
Caucasian
Date of Birth:
Height:
Weight:
5'8" 180 lbs. 2 - Seattle 1 - Indianapolis 1 - Cleveland
VTD: dcg (4)
1104-81-8399
5010-110
SEARCHED SERIALIZED VI
INDEXED. FILED
MAY 3 0 1980 FBI - SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
1
DB Cooper-18081
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
2/27/79
was interviewed at the place of his employment where after being advised of the official identities of the interviewing Agents and the purpose of the interview he provided the following information:
advised that while in the U.S. Navy and he was assigned as an with the U.S. Navy and as a with the U.S. Air with the U. S. Navy
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Force. He stated that he was assigned with a where he did routine maintenance He stated while with the II.
He stated that he was assigned with a where he did routine maintenance He stated while with the II.S.
Air Force he was also assigned in
advised that he has had no experience in the military or in subsequent civilian life with parachuting other than limited training while in the U.S. Navy where he was dropped from a distance of 100 feet by rope with a parachute harness and practice releasing the harness after hitting the water.
advised that he has never smoked and commented that smoke is an irritant to him in any confined area. He further commented that to smoke and no smoking is allowed in his residence.
advised that he moved to his current residence Colorado, in February of
at
1970, and has been employed at AMAX Mine, Henderson, Colorado from June 2, 1965, to present. He stated that he was employed with AMAX at a salary of approximately per year and currently makes approximately per year. He recalled the sale price of his current residence to have been approximately and stated that he financed the house utilizing the GI bill.
He recalled the sale price of his current residence to have been approximately and stated that he financed the house utilizing the GI bill. He stated that his initial house payments were approximately per month. He
stated since his employment with AMAX.
in the Denver area .
Interviewed on 2/21/79 at Parla
Henderson, Colorado File # DN 164-640 -25
SA
by SA
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Date dictated
SEARCHED _____ INDEXED,.) SERIALIZED.FILED
d 1
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FDEN 20 1980 to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-18083
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a advised that in addition to his employ- ment in the U. S. Military and with AMAX, he was employed by Offshore Navigation in New Orleans, Louisiana during period in 1961,
coast for Shell Oil Company.
He advised that Offshore Navigation still operates out of New Orleans, Louisiana under the name of Patroleum Helicopters.
He advised that Offshore Navigation still operates out of New Orleans, Louisiana under the name of Patroleum Helicopters. He stated that in late 1961, he accepted employment with Boeing Aircraft where he was assigned as an
and during his employment with Boeing Montana in 1962, and trans- Colorado where he worked Nebraska in 1964.
was assigned in
ferred to
in
stated that in 1964, and early 1965,
Colorado, to his employment with AMAX in June of 1965. advised that
October of 1977. He ex-
plained that in 1965, he was in a
however, this
since that time. advised that while with Boeing he had no training or experience whatsoever with the Boeing 727 aircraft and/or any other large commercial jet transports.
advised that he is banked at the Jefferson Bank and Trust Company located at Colorado since He stated additionally he has received no large sums of money in the form of inheritance or from any other source during his life time and stated that approximately two years ago of which was used
Denver, Colorado for approximately to located in Arvada.
since He stated additionally he has received no large sums of money in the form of inheritance or from any other source during his life time and stated that approximately two years ago of which was used
Denver, Colorado for approximately to located in Arvada. Colorado. He advised that the
DB Cooper-18084
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in the amount of Angeles, California and the
of Los in the amount of
in Denver, Colorado. He
explained that he has been
whom he Denver,
identified as Colorado.
stated further that he is currently
He stated that his wife was
located in Colorado. He explained that his wife is not currently working.
advised that without investigation on his part he could not account for his activities for the week of November 21 through 25, 1971. He stated that he does recall that sometime during that time period and it is possible that he took the week off an
He stated that he will .
consult with his wife in an attempt to reconstruct activities during this period of time and recontact interviewing Agent.
denied any knowledge and/or involvement in the hijacking of a Pacific North West Orient airliner during November of 1971.
denied any knowledge and/or involvement in the hijacking of a Pacific North West Orient airliner during November of 1971.
stated that he has never used the name of D. B. COOPER and has no experience in the area of wilderness survival. He explained that his outdoor activities have been very limited and he does not consider himself to be a hunter or "outdoors person."
Subsequently, on February 21, 1979, telephonically contacted Special Agent at his residence at which time he stated that he had discussed
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DB Cooper-18085 DN 183-271 (4)
his activities during the week of November 21, through 25, 1971, with his wife and that they had determined that during that week whom he identified
Arvada, Colorado; as and that they had spent the entire week making
He stated that
under the name of and is currently vacationing in Texas but still resides at He .stated that resides in the Denver area and could be reached through telephone number
stated additionally that
residing at
Louisville, Kentucky, telephone number resided at his residence during the
stated that resides in the Denver area and could be reached through telephone number
stated additionally that
residing at
Louisville, Kentucky, telephone number resided at his residence during the entire week of November 21 through 25, 1971, and could verify his presence in Denver, Colorado for that week.
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DB Cooper-18086 _FD-302 (Rev. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
2/27/79
was interviewed at the place of his employment where after being advised of the official identities of the interviewing Agents and the purpose of the interview he provided the following information:
advised that while in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force from he was assigned as an with the U.S. with the U.S. Air
Navy and as a
Force. He stated that he was assigned with a with the U. S. Navy where he did routine maintenance He stated while with the U.S.
Air Force he was also assigned in
advised that he has had no experience in the military or in subsequent civilian life with parachuting other than limited training while in the U. S. Navy where he was dropped from a distance of 100 feet by rope with a parachute harness and practice releasing
Navy where he was dropped from a distance of 100 feet by rope with a parachute harness and practice releasing the harness after hitting the water.
advised that he has never smoked and commented that smoke is an irritant to him in any confined . area. He further commented that to smoke and no smoking is allowed in his residence.
at advised that he moved to his current residence Colorado, in February of
1970, and has been employed at AMAX Mine, Henderson, Colorado from June 2, 1965, to present. He stated that he was employed with AMAX at a salary of approximately per year and currently makes approximately per year. He recalled the sale price of his current residence to have been approximately and stated that he financed the house utilizing the GI bill. He stated that his initial house payments were approximately per month. He
stated since his employment with AMAX.
in the Denver area.
Interviewed on at Parla
2/21/79
Henderson, Colorado
File #
DN-1-64-64025
SA
by SA
(DEVP : pfv )
Date dictated
2/26/79
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI.
Interviewed on at Parla
2/21/79
Henderson, Colorado
File #
DN-1-64-64025
SA
by SA
(DEVP : pfv )
Date dictated
2/26/79
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.
16-1-81-8400
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DB Cooper-18087FD-491 (Rev. 1-17-77)
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
5/23/80
FROM : SAC, DENVER (164-640) (RUC) RUC File Destruction Program
SUBJECT: NORJAK 100. SEATTLE) (Title) b6 b7C
1
4
Enclosed are 2 items. 1 These items are forwarded your office since: All logical investigation completed in this Division You were 00 at the time our case was RUC'd. Enclosures are described as follows:
2 FD-302's Lab Reports
Latent Fingerprint Reports LA Exhibits
@
Enc. 2
Rec'd 84
164-81-8401
SEARCHED 14 INDEXED SERIALIZED ... FILED. MAY 3|0 1980 FBI - SEATTLE
4
BI/DOJ
DB-Cooper-18091سط
FD-302 (Rev. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION 4
Date of transcription 2/27/79
was contacted at the AMAX Mine where after being
11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION 4
Date of transcription 2/27/79
was contacted at the AMAX Mine where after being advised of the official identities of the interviewing Agents, provided the following information:
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made available personnel file of review of which reflected the following infor-
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Initial employment application, dated June 1, 1965 reflects that giving address of Colorado, and described as a White Male, born 5'8 1/2" tall, 168 pounds, brown hair and eyes, Social Security Account Number listed education as
a graduate of and as having attended the for a period of one year. lists
experience as an from
and with the
Military service number is listed as and discharge listed as honorable.
Prior employment in addition to the aforementioned is listed as Offshore Navigation, New Orleans, Louisiana as from June of 1961 through December with Boeing Aircraft
of 1961; as an Seattle, Washington from December of 1961, through October of 1964; and as from January of 1965, through April of 1965.
New Orleans, Louisiana as from June of 1961 through December with Boeing Aircraft
of 1961; as an Seattle, Washington from December of 1961, through October of 1964; and as from January of 1965, through April of 1965.
Colorado,
Further review of applicant's personnel file reflected that on October 27, 1.971, an accident report was filed by indicating that a
and that on November 1. 1971,
Colorado.
Interviewed on 2/21/79 at Henderson, Colorado
File #
-DN 164-640-26
SA
and
by SA
(DEVP : pfv)
Date dictated
2/26/79
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency. FBI/DOJ QB Cooper-18092
1621-81-8469
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
9
Date of transcription 2/27/79
AMAX, Inc.,
was contacted at the AMAX Mine where after being advised of the official identities of the interviewing Agents, provided the following information:
made available personnel file of review of which reflected the following infor- mation :
Initial employment application, dated June 1.
identities of the interviewing Agents, provided the following information:
made available personnel file of review of which reflected the following infor- mation :
Initial employment application, dated June 1. 1965 reflects that giving address of Colorado, and described as a White Male, born 5'8 1/2" tall, 168 pounds, brown hair and eyes, Social Security Account Number listed education as
a graduate of and as having attended the for a period of one year. lists
experience as an from
and with the
Military service number is listed as and discharge listed as honorable.
Prior employment in addition to the aforementioned is listed as Offshore Navigation, New Orleans, Louisiana as from June of 1961 through December of 1961; as an with Boeing Aircraft
Seattle, Washington from December of 1961, through October of 1964; and as from January of 1965, through April of 1965 ..
Colorado,
Further review of applicant's personnel file reflected that on October 27, 1971, an accident report was filed by indicating that a
and that on November 1, 1971,
Colorado.
Interviewed on 2/21/79 at Henderson, Colorado
File #
DN 164-640-26
16-1-81-82161
SA
and
by SA
DEVP: pfv)
Date dictated
2/26/79
SEARCHED .
Interviewed on 2/21/79 at Henderson, Colorado
File #
DN 164-640-26
16-1-81-82161
SA
and
by SA
DEVP: pfv)
Date dictated
2/26/79
SEARCHED ......... INDEXED.) SERIALIZED FILED
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBIand Is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
FBI/DOJ 1
DB Cooper-18093
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile Immediate Priority Routine SECRET AIRTEL CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/27/80
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (3) (RIIC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle 
Sub-Reference: JAMES BRYANT COFFELT, aka
The following information is set forth for the information of the Bureau and receiving offices in the event should contact Seattle or Portland in the
future:
On 5/22/80, Los Angeles
COFFELT, aka
The following information is set forth for the information of the Bureau and receiving offices in the event should contact Seattle or Portland in the
future:
On 5/22/80, Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, telephone number 974-3685, telephonically contacted SA stated that during the evening hours of 2/11/80, the residence of
Encino, California,
was set on fire. In connection with the fire on 2/11/80, arson investigators found gasoline cans in the residence and evidence that gasoline had been poured on the carpets throughout the residence. Because the house was tightly by
closed it only partially burned. A security guard was retained to protect the residence. The following night the residence burned again and the security guard, who was chosen at random, admitted to setting the fire. He denied being initially involved.
2 - Bureau 1 - Portland (164-41) (Info) 2- Seattle (164-81) 1 - Los Angeles
JCA/dmg (6)
MAY 31 1980 b6 b7c
(Number)
# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18094
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Approved:
Transmitted
11:41-81-8-402LA 164-497
is conducting an arson and insurance fraud believing that
investigation of
PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18094
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Approved:
Transmitted
11:41-81-8-402LA 164-497
is conducting an arson and insurance fraud believing that
investigation of
has, of course,
and has indicated the fire could be the result of his investigation into captioned matter. According to has made no allegations against the Bureau.
additionally stated
Further, residence.
the
explained that approximately
The new buyer
the premises.
also mentioned that
stated his investigation indicates which has been suspected in the past by interviewing agents.
- 2* -
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DB Cooper-18095 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate Facsimile TOP SECRET SECRET AIRTEL Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/27/80
to
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (3) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
C
Sub-Reference: JAMES BRYANT COFFELT, aka
The following information is set forth for the information of the Bureau and
CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/27/80
to
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (3) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
C
Sub-Reference: JAMES BRYANT COFFELT, aka
The following information is set forth for the information of the Bureau and receiving offices in the event should contact Seattle or Portland in the
future:
On 5/22/80,
Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, telephone number 974-3685, telephonically contacted SA stated that during the evening hours of 2/11/80, the residence of
Encino, California,
was set on fire. In connection with the fire on 2/11/80, arson investigators found gasoline cans in the residence and evidence that gasoline had been poured on the carpets throughout the residence. Because the house was tightly closed it only partially burned. A security guard was retained by to protect the residence. The following night the residence burned again and the security guard, who was chosen at random, admitted to setting the fire. He denied being initially involved.
2 - Bureau 1 - Portland (164-41) (Info) 2- Seattle (164-81) 1 - Los Angeles
JCA/dmg (6)
164-81-5413 I SEARCHED. ..... INDEXPO).
2 - Bureau 1 - Portland (164-41) (Info) 2- Seattle (164-81) 1 - Los Angeles
JCA/dmg (6)
164-81-5413 I SEARCHED. ..... INDEXPO). SERIALIZED MER MAY 3 1 1980
$ FBI - SEATTLE
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per
# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18096
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TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority SECRET AIRTEL Routine 
CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
5/27/80
· TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (3) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Sub-Reference: JAMES BRYANT COFFELT, aka
The following information is set forth for the information of the Bureau and receiving offices in the event should contact Seattle or Portland in the
future:
On 5/22/80,
Los Angeles
County District Attorney's Office, telephone number 974-3685,
telephonically contacted SA
stated
that during the evening hours of 2/11/80, the residence of Encino, California,
was set on fire.
Angeles
County District Attorney's Office, telephone number 974-3685,
telephonically contacted SA
stated
that during the evening hours of 2/11/80, the residence of Encino, California,
was set on fire. In connection with the fire on 2/11/80, arson investigators found gasoline cans in the residence and evidence that gasoline had been poured on the carpets throughout the residence. Because the house was tightly closed it only partially burned. A security guard was retained by to protect the residence. The following night the residence burned again and the security guard, who was chosen at random, admitted to setting the fire. He denied being initially involved.
2 - Bureau 1 - Portland (164-41) (Info) 2)- Seattle (164-81) 1 - Los Angeles
JCA/dmg (6)
164-81-8463
SEARCHED 4
INDEXFO .. SERIALIZED A Ften
y MAY 31 1980
0
FBI - SEATTLE 1
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
# U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402
DB Cooper-18098
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FBI
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile TeletypeFD-36 (Rev: 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate
DB Cooper-18098
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FBI
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile TeletypeFD-36 (Rev: 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate Priority TOP SECRET Facsimile SECRET Airtel Routine CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
5/28/80
TO:
SẠC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Almente.
FROM:
, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJACK (A)
00: SEATTLE
Bufile: 164-2111
2
Re Dallas teletype to Seattle and Portland, 4/10/80.
Enclosed for Seattle is the original of a letter
from (protect identity) relating his knowledge of a possible Norjack subject.
Enclosed for Portland is a copy of the aforementioned letter.
On 5/22/80, 3
(protect identity) a letter setting
made available to SA
As forth the facts of a meeting he had with was, supposedly, on his deathbed at the Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas (he did not die and is now reportedly living somewhere in Arizona). a friend of had
and a
visit
while he was in the hospital. 2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) Nela VI 2 - Portland (Enc.
a friend of had
and a
visit
while he was in the hospital. 2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) Nela VI 2 - Portland (Enc. 1) 2 - Dallas GEG/pc (6)
la1-81-8403
SEARCHED
SERALTE?
1 4
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
DB Cooper-18100
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While was in a delirious state, he told that hijacked
a plane and got away with $200, 000.
has declined a personal interview with
Agents as he is in
of his time at wish to know that
spends a great deal and does not the FBI as would most likely inform in him.
has been in contact with and
of the FBI's interest
Due to
he will not be interviewed until requested by the Seattle Division.
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DB Cooper-18101 x Airtel
5/28/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJACK .(A)
00: SEATTLE Bufile: 164-2111
Re Dallas teletype to Seattle and Portland, 4/10/80.
from Enclosed for Seattle is the original of a letter
(protect identity) relating his knowledge of a possible Norjack subject.
from Enclosed for Seattle is the original of a letter
(protect identity) relating his knowledge of a possible Norjack subject.
Enclosed for Portland is a copy of the aforementioned letter.
On 5/22/80, made available to SA
(protect identity) a letter setting As forth the facts of a meeting he had with was, supposedly, on his deathbed at the Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas (he did not die and is now reportedly living somewhere in Arizona), a friend of had
and a
visit
while he was in the hospital.
2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) 200 1 C 2 - Portland (Enc. 1) 2 - Dallas GEG/pc (6)
11-1-81-8463;
DB Cooper-18102
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL Airtel Routine UNCLAS E'F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/28/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
HUISAC, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK .
CONFIDENTIAL Airtel Routine UNCLAS E'F TO UNCLAS
Date
5/28/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
HUISAC, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK .(A)
00: SEATTLE
Bufile: 164-2111
Re Dallas teletype to Seattle and Portland, 4/10/80.
Enclosed for Seattle is the original of a letter
from (protect identity) relating his knowledge of a possible Norjack subject.
Enclosed for Portland is a copy of the aforementioned letter.
On 5/22/80 (protect identity) a letter setting made available to SA forth the facts of a meeting he had with As was, supposedly, on his deathbed at the Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas (he did not die and is now reportedly a friend of living somewhere in Arizona),
and a
had
visit while he was in the hospital. 2 - Seattle (Enc. 1) Nela 21 2 - Portland (Enc. 1) 2 - Dallas GEG/pc (6)
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
164-81-8463 1

SEARCHED. SERIALIZED
SUND	2 1980
Per

FUJ DOS
DB Cooper-18104
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1
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JK 164-299 REH/ sap
1
The following investigation
1980
Per

FUJ DOS
DB Cooper-18104
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JK 164-299 REH/ sap
1
The following investigation conducted by SC R. Eugene Herring at Tallahassee, Florida:
On May 14, 1980, Drivers License b6 b7c
Bureau. Tallahassee. Florida, advised
Miami, Florida, was issued Florida
Operator's drivers license number on December 5, 1978. She advised described as white male, date of birth 5'8".
On May 23, 1980, Investigative Section, Florida Highway Patrol, Tallahassee, Florida, made available Florida drivers license photograph of b6 b7C
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DB Cooper-18106€ ** Y
JK 164-299 REH/ sap
1
The following investigation conducted by SC R. Eugene Herring at Tallahassee, Florida:
Drivers License
-
On May 14, 1980, Bureau, Tallahassee, Florida, advised Miami, Florida, was issued Florida Operator's drivers license number on December 5, 1978. . She advised described as white male, date of birth 5'8".
On May 23, 1980, Investigative Section, Florida Highway Patrol, Tallahassee, Florida, made available Florida drivers license photograph of
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DB Cooper-18107
164-81-8-104FD-36 (
On May 23, 1980, Investigative Section, Florida Highway Patrol, Tallahassee, Florida, made available Florida drivers license photograph of
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DB Cooper-18107
164-81-8-104FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/4/80
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
Airtel
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, Jacksonville (164-299) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
(00: SE)
Re Miami airtel to Seattle dated 5/1/80.
Enclosed for Seattle Division are the original and one copy of investigative insert reflecting investigation conducted at Tallahassee, Florida. Also enclosed for Seattle Division is one Florida drivers license photograph of
Enclosed for Miami Division for information purposes is one copy of above described investigative insert and one Florida drivers license photograph of
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
Recbib
2 Seattle (encs. 3) 1 - Miami (164-552) (encs. 2) (info) 1 - Jacksonville REH/sap (4)
164-81-84/05
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Approved:
DaRIMAS
Sent M Per DB Cooper-18108
Special Agent in Charge
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Airtel
TO:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, Jacksonville (164-299) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (
Special Agent in Charge
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Airtel
TO:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, Jacksonville (164-299) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
(00: SE)
Re Miami airtel to Seattle dated 5/1/80.
Enclosed for Seattle Division are the original
and one copy of investigative insert reflecting investigation
conducted at Tallahassee, Florida. Also enclosed for Seattle
Division is one Florida drivers license photograph of
Enclosed for Miami Division for information purposes is one copy of above described investigative insert and one Florida drivers license photograph of
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
( 
2 - Seattle (encs. 3) 1 - Miami (164-552) (encs. 2) (info) 1 - Jacksonville REH/ sap (4)
11-1-2-215
DB Cooper-18109
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b6 b7c FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/4/80
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
Airtel
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, Jacksonville (164-299) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
(00: SE)
Re Miami airtel to Seattle dated 5/1/80.
Enclosed for Seattle Division are the original and one copy of investigative insert reflecting
in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
Airtel
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, Seattle (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, Jacksonville (164-299) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
(00: SE)
Re Miami airtel to Seattle dated 5/1/80.
Enclosed for Seattle Division are the original and one copy of investigative insert reflecting investigation conducted at Tallahassee, Florida. Also enclosed for Seattle Division is one Florida drivers license photograph of
Enclosed for Miami Division for information purposes is one copy of above described investigative insert and one Florida drivers license photograph of
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 Seattle (encs. 3) I - Miami (164-552) (encs. 2) (info) 1 - Jacksonville REH/ sap (4)
Rechab
164-81-8-105 J
JUN V9 1980
Approved: Explora
Sent M Per
DB Cooper-18110
Special Agent in Charge
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PRECEDENCE:
FBI
CLASSIFICATI Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
June 6, 1980
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
D.
SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
June 6, 1980
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
D. B. Cooper
CAA - HIJACKING
00: SEATTLE
Re Denver airtel to Dallas, dated 4-21-80.
Local agency checks at Wichita Falls, Texas have been negative in attempting to determine if may be identical to person using the name D. B. Cooper. A check of Dallas Division files has been made and it has been determined that there is no composite drawing of the person identifying himself as D. B. Cooper available in Dallas; therefore, Seattle is requested to forward composite of D. B. Cooper to Dallas to be used during interview of
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2-Seattle 2-Dallas ECS : cab (4)
164-81-8406
JUN 00 2897 b6 b7C
Per
Approved: Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-18111
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b6 b7CTRANSMIT VIA: 
Teletype AIRTEL Routine
CLASSIFICATIO Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority
PRECEDENCE:
FBI SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
June 6, 1980
TO :
unselected: TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority
PRECEDENCE:
FBI SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS
Date
June 6, 1980
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
D. B. Cooper
CAA - HIJACKING
00: SEATTLE
Re Denver airtel to Dallas, dated 4-21-80.
Local agency checks at Wichita Falls, Texas have been negative in attempting to determine if may be identical to person using the name D. B. Cooper. A check of Dallas Division files has been made and it has been determined that there is no composite drawing of the person identifying himself as D. B. Cooper available in Dallas; therefore, Seattle is requested to forward composite of D. B. Cooper to Dallas to be used during interview of
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2-Seattle 2-Dallas ECS : cab (4)
164-81-8406
fri
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ
DB Cooper-18112
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b6 b7C FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL
Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL ATRTEL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
June 6, 1980
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, DALLAS (164-1928) (P)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
D. B. Cooper
CAA - HIJACKING
00: SEATTLE
Re Denver airtel to Dallas, dated 4-21-80.
Local agency checks at Wichita Falls, Texas have been negative in attempting to determine if may be identical to person using the name D. B. Cooper. A check of Dallas Division files has been made and it has been determined that there is no composite drawing of the person identifying himself as D. B. Cooper available in Dallas; therefore, Seattle is requested to forward composite of D. B. Cooper to Dallas to be used during interview of
ARMED AND DANGEROUS . 2}Seattle 2-Dallas ECS : cab (4)
164-81-8466 "CAPCHED
y
JUN 10 1980
Per
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-18113
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b6 b7CX Airtel
6/5/80
TO
: SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
FROM
: SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-259) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
(00: SEATTLE)
BUfile: 164-2111
Enclosed
: cab (4)
164-81-8466 "CAPCHED
y
JUN 10 1980
Per
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-18113
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6/5/80
TO
: SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
FROM
: SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-259) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
(00: SEATTLE)
BUfile: 164-2111
Enclosed for Butte is one photograph of taken 4/28/78, which was furnished on 5/6/30, by the San Juan County Sheriff's Office, Monticello, Utah.
For the information of Butte. investigations conducted to date reveal is a who stays on any one job for two or three days and then leaves. indicated he has been
is
and he She doubted if he could perform anything as difficult as hijacking an airplane. She has not seen him in over a year, nor has anyone else contacted him.
is described as follows:
Race
White
Sex
Male
Date of birth
Place of birth
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Brown
Height
5'10"
Weight SSAN
160 pounds
FBI Number
2 - Butte (Enc. 1):/ D- Seattle (164-61) (Info. ) 2 - Salt Lake City RBJ /vkt (5)
164-81-8407
1
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DB Cooper-18114
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LEADS
BUTTE
AT BUTTE, MONTANA
Display enclosed photograph along with composite photograph of D. B. Cooper to to determine if he is of opinion they are identical.
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LEADS
BUTTE
AT BUTTE, MONTANA
Display enclosed photograph along with composite photograph of D. B. Cooper to to determine if he is of opinion they are identical.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2*
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DB Cooper-18115X Airtel
6/5/80
TO
:
SAC, BUTTE
(164-26)
FROM : SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-259) (P)
SUBJECT : NORJAK (A)
(00: SEATTLE ) BUfile: 164-2111 -
Enclosed for Butte is one photograph of taken 4/28/78, which was furnished on 5/6/80, by the San Juan County Sheriff's Office, Monticello, Utah,
For the information of Butte. investigations conducted to date reveal is a
who stays on any one job for two or three days and then leaves. indicated he has been
and he
is
She doubted if he could perform anything as difficult as hijacking an airplane. She has not seen him in over a year, nor has anyone else contacted him.
is described as follows:
Race
White Male
Sex
Date of birth Place of birth
Hair
Brown
Eyes Height
Brown
5'10"
Weight
160 pounds
SSAN
FBI Number
2 - Butte (Inc. 1)} ( ~ Seattle (164-61) (Info. ) 2 - Salt Lake City RBJ/vkt (5) 
164-81-8207 `CARGAED
7
JUNI0 1980
Sem
DB Cooper-18116
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b6 b7C LA0014 1632335Z RR HQ
) 2 - Salt Lake City RBJ/vkt (5) 
164-81-8207 `CARGAED
7
JUNI0 1980
Sem
DB Cooper-18116
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b6 b7C
b6 b7C LA0014 1632335Z RR HQ MP SE DE LA R 132335Z JUN 80
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FM LOS ANGELES (164-497) (7) (P) TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) ROUTINE MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) ROUTINE SEATTLE (164-81) ROUTINE
SUB 0,J
BT
UNCLAS
NORJAK
ON
FORMER
FURNISHED THE FOLLOWING
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INFORMATION RE CAPTIONED INVESTIGATION TO SA
LOS ANGELES DIVISION, DURING A TELEPHONE CALL FROM SOURCE'S PRESENT RESIDENCE IN
SOURCE ADVISED THAT ABOUT ONE YEAR AGO
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DATE OF BIRTH
AN AMERICAN
INDIAN NOW LIVING IN SOUTH DAKOTA CONFIDED HE WAS PLANNING TO
EVENTUALLY PUBLISH A BOOK REGARDING HIS PAST ACTIVITIES AND
AN EXCERPT FROM WHAT WAS ADVENTURES AND
PURPORTED TO BE A OF THE BOOK. THIS EXCERPT WAS AN ACCOUNT OF
HIJACKING OF A COMMERCIAL AIRLINER IN THE EARLY 1970S USING THE NAME "COOPER". ACCORDING TO SOURCE,
8-408
218
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DB Cooper-18118PAGE TWO (LA 164-497) UNCLAS DOCUMENT CONTAINED MANY DETAILS OF THE CRIME AND WAS REPRESENTED BY TO BE AN ACCOUNT OF HIS OWN ACCOMPLISHMENT OF THE HIJACKING.
SOURCE,
8-408
218
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DB Cooper-18118PAGE TWO (LA 164-497) UNCLAS DOCUMENT CONTAINED MANY DETAILS OF THE CRIME AND WAS REPRESENTED BY TO BE AN ACCOUNT OF HIS OWN ACCOMPLISHMENT OF THE HIJACKING.
SOURCE STATED
IS A HEAVY DRINKER AND
SHORTLY THEREAFTER, MADE ADDITIONAL REFERENCES TO HIGHJACKING TO SOURCE AND CAUTIONED THAT NO ONE ELSE WAS AWARE OF THIS MATTER. SOURCE UNABLE TO RECALL ALL DETAILS OF THE BUT REMEMBERED ACCOUNT CONTAINED EXPLANATION OF HOW CRIME WAS PLANNED, INCLUDING THE USE OF THE NAME "COOPER" AND A REFERENCE TO PARACHUTING FROM AIRCRAFT.
ACCORDING TO SOURCE, SERVED IN U.S. MARINE CORP (USMC) APPROXIMATELY AND IS A COMBAT VETERAN OF TWO OR MORE TOURS IN VIETNAM. HE CLAIMS TO HAVE BEEN PARACHUTE TRAINED IN USMC AND IS BELIEVED BY SOURCE TO HAVE BEEN ACTIVE IN "SKY- DIVING" SUBSEQUENT TO HIS DISCHARGE FROM THE MILITARY SERVICE.
FOLLOWING DISCHARGE
RESIDED WITH
IN SEATTLE,
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DB Cooper-18119 P
A
G E THREE (LA 164-467) UNCLAS WASHINGTON, IN THE EARLY 1970S.
SOURCE ALSO LEARNED THROUGH CASUAL CONVERSATION WITH UNIDENTIFIED AMERICAN INDIANS IN SOUTH DAKOTA THAT REPORTEDLY GAVE SUMS OF MONEY TO THE AMERICAN INDIAN MOVEMENT (
SOURCE ALSO LEARNED THROUGH CASUAL CONVERSATION WITH UNIDENTIFIED AMERICAN INDIANS IN SOUTH DAKOTA THAT REPORTEDLY GAVE SUMS OF MONEY TO THE AMERICAN INDIAN MOVEMENT (AIM) IN SOUTH DAKOTA IN EARLY 1970S. SOURCE HAS HEARD DONATIONS
SOURCE DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: AKA
DOB
5 FOOT 10
INCHES, 170 POUNDS, DARK HAIR, GREEN EYES.
SOURCE BELIEVES PRESENTLY RESIDING KYLE, SOUTH DAKOTA, AND EMPLOYED IN UNKNOWN CAPACITY AT LITTLE WOUND SCHOOL, KYLE.
SOURCE PLANS TO VISIT FRIENDS IN SOUTH DAKOTA, AUGUST 1980 AND IF SO DESIRED BY THE BUREAU CAN ARRANGE TO RECONTACT FOR POSSIBLE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. SOURCE DID NOT DELVE INTO THIS INCIDENT IN GREAT DETAIL WITH IN 1979 AS SOURCE WAS NOT THEN AWARE OF A SEATTLE HIJACKING INVOLVING
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DB Cooper-18120PA
G E FOUR (LA 164-467) UNCLAS
SUSPECT USING THE NAME COOPER.
FOR INFORMATION SEATTLE AND MINNEAPOLIS, SOURCE WAS ACTIVE FOR PHOENIX DIVISION WHEN SOURCE FURNISHED EXTENSIVE
AND RELIABLE INFORMATION REGARDING IN PHOENIX AND ELSEWHERE. SOURCE WAS AND THERE HAS BEEN NO SUBSEQUENT CONTACT WITH THIS INDIVIDUAL UNTIL CONTACT WITH SA LA DIVISION,
SHOULD SEATTLE DESIRE TO UTILIZE SOURCE
SOURCE WAS AND THERE HAS BEEN NO SUBSEQUENT CONTACT WITH THIS INDIVIDUAL UNTIL CONTACT WITH SA LA DIVISION,
SHOULD SEATTLE DESIRE TO UTILIZE SOURCE TO DEVELOP ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RE IT IS SUGGESTED A FOLLOWUP CONTACT WITH SOURCE, WHICH CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TELEPHONE, BE MADE BY SA IT IS EMPHASIZED THAT DURING INTERVIEW SOURCE
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LOS ANGELES INDICES NEGATIVE RE AKA . LOS ANGELES RECOMMENDS MINNEAPOLIS CONDUCT DISCRETE INTERVIEWS
VIA ESTABLISHED SOURCES TO CONFIRM WHEREABOUTS OF THAT
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DB Cooper-18121 P
A
#
GE FIVE (LA 164-467) UNCLAS
ANY INTERVIEW OF BE DELAYED PENDING COMPARISON OF
FINGERPRINTS WITH LATENTS FROM CRIME SCENE SEARCH AND FURTHER CONSIDERATION RE UTILIZATION OF SOURCE PRIOR TO HIS INTERVIEW.
BUREAU IS REQUESTED TO COMPARE KNOWN FINGERPRINTS
DOB
IF ON FILE, IDENTIFICATION DIVISION, WITH CRIME SCENE LATENTS.
BUREAU IS REQUESTED TO COMPARE KNOWN FINGERPRINTS
DOB
IF ON FILE, IDENTIFICATION DIVISION, WITH CRIME SCENE LATENTS. LOS ANGELES WILL AWAIT FURTHER INSTRUCTION RE POSSIBLE RECONTACT WITH SOURCE.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OF THE BUREAU, SOURCE IS SUBJECT OF BUREAU FILE
BT
#
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b6 b7C b7D
DB Cooper-18122 LA014 1632335Z RR HO MP SE DE LA R 1383352 JUF 30
FM LOS ANGELES (164-497) (7) () TO DIRECTOR (164-2111) ROUTINE MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) ROUTINE SEATTLE (164-81) ROUTINE BT UNCLAS
NORJAK
ON
FORMER FURNISHED THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION RE CAPTIONED INVESTIGATION TO SA LOS ANGELES DIVISION, DURING A TELEPHONE CALL FROM SOURCE'S PRESENT RESIDENCE IE
SOURCE ADVISED THAT ABOUT ONE YEAR AGO
DATE OF BIRTH
AN AMERICAN
INDIAN NOW LIVING IN SOUTH DAKOTA CONFIDED HE WAS PLANNING TO , EVENTUALLY PUBLISH A BOOK REGARDING HIS PAST ACTIVITIES AND ADVENTURES AND AN EXCERPT FROW WHAT WAS
PURPORTED TO SE A OF THE BOOK. THIS EXCERPT WAS AN ACCOUNT OF HIJACKING OF A COMMERCIAL AIRLILER If
1621-81-8-15 THE EARLY 1970G USING THE WARC "COOPER" .
THIS EXCERPT WAS AN ACCOUNT OF HIJACKING OF A COMMERCIAL AIRLILER If
1621-81-8-15 THE EARLY 1970G USING THE WARC "COOPER" . ACCORDICO TO SOURCE,
H ALL
DB Cooper-18123
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b6 b7C b7D. FD. (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile AIRTEL
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype 
Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS Date 6/6/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
RUC
FROM
ESTAMOSA
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE :
164-2111
Re Sacramento teletype to Minneapolis, dated 3/17/80; San Francisco teletype to Seattle, dated 4/3/80; and Albuquerque airtel to Seattle, dated 4/9/80.
On 5/20/80,
Santa Fe. New Mexico, was recontacted regarding whereabouts. stated that she did receive a telephone call from him about three weeks ago, but he would not identify his current location and only stated that he was in the Chicago, Illinois, area, or possibly headed there.
she did receive a telephone call from him about three weeks ago, but he would not identify his current location and only stated that he was in the Chicago, Illinois, area, or possibly headed there. She knew of no place to contact him, and she did advise him that the FBI wished to talk to him about captioned matter. She said his reaction on the phone was one in which he did not appear startled, but made a comment that he has already served his time with the She again reiterated that she thought he no longer thinks rationally due to his alcoholic condition.
claimed that was shown artist conceptions of Unsub, and she did not resemble this individual. She stated that he has a possibly
which he obtained According
as to her, She furnished a photograph for observation of said strongly resembles known as who she although is about 37 years of age at this time. She said the photograph was taken in about 1973 of and it was noted that the photo- graph does not bear a resemblance to artist conceptions of Unsub. She said she has no recent photographs of regard to she noted that she thinks he lives somewhere
With 164-89-8409
2-Seattle 1-Salt Lake City (164-259) (Info)))
1-Minneapolis (164-73)
She said she has no recent photographs of regard to she noted that she thinks he lives somewhere
With 164-89-8409
2-Seattle 1-Salt Lake City (164-259) (Info)))
1-Minneapolis (164-73) (Info) 1-San Francisco (164-220) (Squad 10) (Info) 2-Sacramento (164-50) 1-Albuquerque Per JUN 1 % 1980
Approved:
TransmittedJ/ (Number)
(Time)
(8) # U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING O DB Cooper-18128
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6.12
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With regard to any possible current photographs of she thought that he had been in jail in either Mariposa or Fresno, California, in about for some minor charge such as She thought possibly there may be an arrest photograph regarding these charges.
with was again advised that the FBI wished to meet to discuss the captioned matter with him, and she again stated that she would advise the FBI if she could determine a specific location for him although she noted that when he does call on occasion, he usually
with was again advised that the FBI wished to meet to discuss the captioned matter with him, and she again stated that she would advise the FBI if she could determine a specific location for him although she noted that when he does call on occasion, he usually does not disclose his exact location or activies.
LEAD
SACRAMENTO DIVISION
AT MARIPOSA AND FRESNO, CALIFORNIA
Review arrest records of local law enforcement agencies to determine if there is any arrest record on file which would include a photograph for previously described as WMA, DOB SSAN
DB Cooper-18129
-2 *-
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype AIRTEL
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E FT O UNCLAS Date 6/6/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
RUC
FROM :
SAC,
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE:
164-2111
3
Re Sacramento teletype to Minneapolis, dated 3/17/80; San Francisco teletype to Seattle, dated 4/3/80; and Albuquerque airtel to Seattle, dated 4/9/80.
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
RUC
FROM :
SAC,
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE:
164-2111
3
Re Sacramento teletype to Minneapolis, dated 3/17/80; San Francisco teletype to Seattle, dated 4/3/80; and Albuquerque airtel to Seattle, dated 4/9/80.
On 5/20/80, Santa Fe, New Mexico, was recontacted regarding
whereabouts. stated that she did receive a telephone call from him about three weeks ago, but he would not identify his current location and only stated that he was in the Chicago, Illinois, area, or possibly headed there. She knew of no place to contact him, and she did advise him that the FBI wished to talk to him about captioned matter. She said his reaction on the phone was one in which he did not appear startled, but made a comment that he has already served his time with the She again reiterated that she thought he no longer thinks rationally due to his alcoholic condition.
claimed that was shown artist conceptions of Unsub, and she did not resemble this individual. She stated that he has a possibly
which he obtained According
as to her, She furnished a photograph for observation of said strongly resembles known as who she although is about 37 years of age at this time.
that he has a possibly
which he obtained According
as to her, She furnished a photograph for observation of said strongly resembles known as who she although is about 37 years of age at this time. She said the photograph was taken in about 1973 of and it was noted that the photo- graph does not bear a resemblance to artist conceptions of Unsub. She said she has no recent photographs of With regard to she noted that she thinks he lives somewhere Vx 09
2-Seattle
1-Salt Lake City. (164-259) (Info) 1-Minneapolis (164-73) (Info) 1-San Francisco (164-220) (Squad/10) (Infos 2-Sacramento (164-50) 1-Albuquerque
Per
Approved: TransmittedJ/1 BEJ /(Number) (Time) JUN WE 1980 (8) # U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1980-305-750/5402 Ah
DB Cooper-18130
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1, I'D-36 (Rev. 5-22-78)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority
PRECEDENCE: Immediate SECRET AIRTEL Routine 
CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F T O. UNCLAS
Date
6/6/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : ESPA SAC
,
RUC
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00 :
SEATTLE
BUFILE :
UNCLAS
Date
6/6/80
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : ESPA SAC
,
RUC
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00 :
SEATTLE
BUFILE :
164-2111
Re Sacramento teletype to Minneapolis, dated 3/17/80; San Francisco teletype to Seattle, dated 4/3/80; and Albuquerque airtel to Seattle, dated 4/9/80.
On 5/20/80 , Santa Fe, New Mexico, was recontacted regarding whereabouts. stated that she did receive a telephone call from him about three weeks ago, but he would not identify his current location and only stated that he was in the Chicago, Illinois, area, or possibly headed there. She knew of no place to contact him, and she did advise him that the FBI wished to talk to him about captioned matter. She said his reaction on the phone was one in which he did not appear startled, but made a comment that he has already served his time with the She again reiterated that she thought he no longer thinks rationally due to his alcoholic condition.
claimed that
was shown artist conceptions of Unsub, and she did not resemble this individual.
the She again reiterated that she thought he no longer thinks rationally due to his alcoholic condition.
claimed that
was shown artist conceptions of Unsub, and she did not resemble this individual. She
stated that he has a
possibly
which he obtained According
as
to her, observation of She furnished a photograph for known as who she said strongly resembles although is about 37 years of age at this time. She said the photograph was taken in about 1973 of and it was noted that the photo- graph does not bear a resemblance to artist conceptions of Unsub. She said she has no recent photographs of With regard to she noted that she thinks he lives somewhere
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/27/80
Buffalo, New York, telephone number was advised as to the identity of the interviewing Agent
3-8-77)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/27/80
Buffalo, New York, telephone number was advised as to the identity of the interviewing Agent and the nature of the inquiry, that being the information he had regarding NORJAK. stated that on May 21, 1980, in regards to a local employment,
stated that
and based on his experience, stated he believed statements.
During the course of a
related the following story
to
advised that in January, 1980, he was hitchhiking on Route 5, going towards Seattle, Washington, during a snow storm. At that time, an unidentified white male driving a late model stopped to give him a ride. This white male could only be described as being in his mid 40's and having
and the unidentified white male pro- ceeded to the Seattle area until they came to an unidentified body of water. At this point and the unidentified white male proceeded to take a motorboat to On was
a log cabin in which the unidentified white male apparently resided.
Once inside, the unidentified white male showed a parachute with the word NASA written across it.
At this point and the unidentified white male proceeded to take a motorboat to On was
a log cabin in which the unidentified white male apparently resided.
Once inside, the unidentified white male showed a parachute with the word NASA written across it. The unidentified white male then proceeded to tell a story of how several years earlier he had hijacked an un- identified plane for $1,000,000. The unidentified white male further explained that after receiving the $1,000,000, he parachuted from the plane. At that point, stated that the unidentified white male showed large amounts of cash, which
believed to be close to $1,000,000. Before retiring for the night, the unidentified white male showed a newspaper clipping giving an account of the aforementioned hijacking in which a photograph of the perpe- trator of this hijacking was shown. The photograph stated was that of the unidentified white male in the room with him.
Investigation on
at Buffalo, New York
Buffalo 164-146
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Date dictated
JUN 1 6. 1980
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to youf agency :.
1980
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was given $100 by the unidentified white male the following day and was transported from by boat. At this point, stated he continued his hitchhiking across the country and has not seen nor heard from the unidentified white male again. stated one of the reasons he believed was the fact that he related other truthful stories in which admitted
stated both his demeanor and
itself indicated truthfulness. advised that he was interested in any reward being offered for the above-mentioned unidentified white male. then concluded the interview by supplying Special Agent with an eight-page
and advised that he would be willing to cooperate with the Federal Bureau of Investigation in any way possible.
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Special Agent with an eight-page
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Q
Date of transcription 5/27/80
Buffalo, New York, telephone number was advised as to the identity of the interviewing Agent and the nature of the inquiry, that being the information he had regarding NORJAK. stated that on May 21, 1980, in regards to a local employment.
stated that
and based on his experience, stated he believed statements.
During the course of a
related the following story
to
advised that in January, 1980, he was hitchhiking on Route 5, going towards Seattle, Washington, during a snow storm. At that time, an unidentified white male driving a late model stopped to give him a ride. This white male could only be described as being in his mid 40's and having
and the unidentified white male pro- ceeded to the Seattle area until they came to an unidentified body of water. At this point and the unidentified white male proceeded to take a motorboat to On was
a log cabin in which the unidentified white male apparently resided.
At this point and the unidentified white male proceeded to take a motorboat to On was
a log cabin in which the unidentified white male apparently resided.
Once inside, the unidentified white male showed a parachute with the word NASA written across it. The unidentified white male then proceeded to tell a story of how several years earlier he had hijacked an un- identified plane for $1,000,000. The unidentified white male further explained that after receiving the $1.000.000, he parachuted from the plane. At that point. stated
that the unidentified white male showed large amounts of cash, which believed to be close to $1, 000,000. Before retiring for the night, the unidentified white male showed a newspaper clipping giving an account of the aforementioned hijacking in which a photograph of the perpe- trator of this hijacking was shown. The photograph stated was that of the unidentified white male in the room with him.
Buffalo, New York
Investigation on
Pr
File.# Buffalo 164-146
by SA
ph
Date dictated 5/27/80
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI.
# Buffalo 164-146
by SA
ph
Date dictated 5/27/80
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency: it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
4
Date of transcription 6/6/80
Buffalo, New York, telephone number was advised as to the identities of the interviewing Agents and the nature of the inquiry, that being the whereabouts of
and provided the following information:
worked for for one day but was and an inadequate
fired because of a work performance. only known address is Buffalo, New York.
was unable to provide any further information.
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File. # Buffalo 164-146-
INDERLO
5/57,80
Date dictated SERIAL
by
SAS and
ph
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# Buffalo 164-146-
INDERLO
5/57,80
Date dictated SERIAL
by
SAS and
ph
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Q
6/6/80
Date of transcription
Buffalo, New York, telephone number was advised as to the identities of the interviewing Agents and the nature of the inquiry, that being the whereabouts of
and provided the following information:
worked for for one day but was and an inadequate
fired because of a work performance. only known address is Buffalo, New York.
was unable to provide any further. information.
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by and	ph Date	6/5/80
dictated

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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
61
Date of transcription
6/6/80
Buffalo.
New York, telephone
date of birth
Social Security Account Number was advised as to the identities of the interviewing Agents and the nature of the inquiry, that being any information he may have in regards to an airplane hijacking on the west coast and provided the following information:
He was hitchhiking near Seattle, Washington in November, 1979. It was the day following a blizzard and there was a lot of snow on the ground. He was on what he believed to be Route 17 heading towards the city when he was picked up by a white male in a big blue late model car he thought to be a
He described this white male as being in his late 40's or early 50's and having salt and pepper, wavy hair, dark skin and a mustache and goatee.
white male in a big blue late model car he thought to be a
He described this white male as being in his late 40's or early 50's and having salt and pepper, wavy hair, dark skin and a mustache and goatee. He was further described as having a thin build, being about 5'10" and having a
stated he does not remember the man's name but thought he was well spoken although he was intoxicated at the time he picked him up. After the unidentified white male picked up, they proceeded down Route 17 until they came to Denny's Restaurant.
This Dennys was located near 136th or 137th Streets within Seattle proper. The restaurant was further described as being very close to a college campus.
After eating at Dennys,
and the unidenti- fied white male proceeded to this man's home. It was approx- imately away from Dennys. stated the exit from Route 17 was a The unidentified white male's home was located approximately from this exit. said there were not many houses on the street and between the exit and the unidentified white male's home
in the was a yard. Both the
and the unidentified white male's home
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and the unidentified white male's home
Seattle 164-81-
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were located on the right side of the street as you headed away from the freeway.
The unidentified white male's home was described as a two-floor home with an attached garage. The garage had a Genie door opener. The house was light in color and definitely not made of brick. It was about 20 - 30 years old. The house had a
The inside of the home had a occupant other than the unidentified white male was an old girl with long black hair.
The only
Once inside the home, the unidentified white male brought in from the trunk of the car a box of money. This money was in packs and was wrapped with beige masking tape.
The only
Once inside the home, the unidentified white male brought in from the trunk of the car a box of money. This money was in packs and was wrapped with beige masking tape. The unidentified white male then offered a drink and told him a story of how he robbed something, then hijacked a plane about one and one-half years ago (as of November, 1979) and then exited the plane by parachuting from it. The uniden- tified white male then showed a parachute with the following inscription: NASA I. The unidentified white male then showed newspaper clippings relating a similar story. These newspaper clippings had no photographs.
said he believed it was the same man be- cause the unidentified white male was drunk when he was re- lating the story and because he showed the parachute and the box filled with packets of money.
stated at this point he asked to have. The unidentified white male then proceeded to drive back to Route 17, where he would continue to hitchhike across the country. As they left, however, the unidentified white male commented he lived only from the Air Force Base in Seattle.
As they left, however, the unidentified white male commented he lived only from the Air Force Base in Seattle. The unidentified white male gave a brand new $100 bill and left him on Route 17. This is the last time saw the unidentified white male.
At the conclusion of the interview, SA
showed an artist conception of D. B. Cooper marked SE 164-81 (146) 1AL. said it looked just like the unidentified white male he spoke of except the man he met had wavier hair, had a mustache and goatee, had a and thicker eyebrows.
It should be noted that during the course of the interview seemed incapable of holding a train of thought and at times rambled. had at the outset of the in-
terview, admitted to
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Date of transcription
6/6/80
Buffalo,
New York, telephone
date of birth
Social Security Account Number was advised as to the identities of the interviewing Agents and the nature of the inquiry, that being any information he may have in regards to an airplane hijacking on the west coast
telephone
date of birth
Social Security Account Number was advised as to the identities of the interviewing Agents and the nature of the inquiry, that being any information he may have in regards to an airplane hijacking on the west coast and provided the following information:
He was hitchhiking near Seattle, Washington in November, 1979. It was the day following a blizzard and there was a lot of snow on the ground. He was on what he believed to be Route 17 heading towards the city when he was picked up by a white male in a big blue late model car he thought to be a
He described this white male as being in his late 40's or early 50's and having salt and pepper, wavy hair, dark skin and a mustache and goatee. He was further described as having a thin build, being about 5'10" and having a
stated he does not remember the man's name but thought he was well spoken although he was intoxicated at the time he picked him up. After the unidentified white male picked up, they proceeded down Route 17 until they came to Denny's Restaurant.
This Dennys was located near 136th or 137th Streets within Seattle proper. The restaurant was further described as being very close to a college campus.
This Dennys was located near 136th or 137th Streets within Seattle proper. The restaurant was further described as being very close to a college campus.
After eating at Dennys,
and the unidenti- fied white male proceeded to this man's home. It was approx- imately away from Dennys. stated the
exit from Route .17 was a
The unidentified white male's home was located approximately from this exit. said there were not many houses on the street and between the exit and the unidentified white male's home was a in the yard. Both the
and the unidentified white male's home
Investigation on 6/3/80 im at Buffalo, New York
Seattle 164-81
File.# Buffalo-164-146
by
SAS and
sph
Date dictated 6/5/80
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile SECRET CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS EF TO UNCLAS
Date
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TO:	SAC,	SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC,	BUFFALO (164-146) (RUC)

NORJAK
CAA - HIJACK (A)
(00: SEATTLE)
(BUfile 164-2111)
SI
Re Seattle letter to Buffalo, dated 5/23/80 and Buffalo teletype to Seattle, dated 5/23/80.
Enclosed for Seattle Office are the following:
1. Original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
2. Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
3. Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
4. One copy of an eight-page background question- naire of as provided by
Buffalo Division has contacted re captioned subject and has enclosed self-explanatory FD-302. Inasmuch as there are no further outstanding leads in this office, Buffalo Division will place this case in an RUC status pending the attainment of any new
Inasmuch as there are no further outstanding leads in this office, Buffalo Division will place this case in an RUC status pending the attainment of any new information.
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, BUFFALO (164-146) (RUC)
NORJAK
GAA - HIJACK (A) (00: SEATTLE)
(BUfile 164-2111)
Re Scattle letter to Buffalo, dated 5/23/80 and Buffalo teletype to Seattle, dated 5/23/80.
Enclosed for Seattle Office are the following:
1. Original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
2. Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
3. Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
4.
Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
3. Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
4. One copy of an eight-page background question- naire of as provided by
Buffalo Division has contacted re captioned subject and has enclosed self-explanatory FD-302. Inasmuch as there are no further outstanding leads in this office, Buffalo Division will place this case in an RUC status pending the attainment of any new information.
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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, BUFFALO (164-146) (RUC)
NORJAK
CAA - HIJACK (A)
(00: SEATTLE)
(BUfile 164-2111)
Re Seattle letter to Buffalo, dated 5/23/80 and Buffalo teletype to Seattle, dated 5/23/80.
Enclosed for Seattle Office are the following:
1. Original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
3. Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
4.
Original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
3. Original FD-302 notes, original FD-302 and one copy of an interview with
4. One copy of an eight-page background questione maire of as provided by
Buffalo Division has contacted re. captioned subject and has enclosed self-explanatory FD-302. Inasmuch as there are no further outstanding leads in this office, Buffalo Division will place this case in an RUC status pending the attainment of any new information.
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
DATE: 6/17/80
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM
: SA
Sul J.
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
RE: SUSPECT
On 5/23/80 and 5/29/80, (protect) ,
Vancouver, Washington, telephone was contacted at her request. She advised that she met an in- dividual by the name of
in Seattle,
Washington, during August of 1972.
She advised that she met an in- dividual by the name of
in Seattle,
Washington, during August of 1972. At about that time he was in the process of He was and towards with
the subversives in the Seattle area. further advised
that the in Seattle is very rich.
advised that approximately two months after she met him, which would be approximately eight years ago, he told her that D. B. Cooper. He also
had no idea why anyone would go to all that trouble to keep for him. She further
and to give
advised that he gave no reason why he
stated that she later
and
residing in the Falls City, Washington, area
and the Ashland, Oregon, area.
At the time stated that was a skilled skydiver and he owned a white and orange parachute. She further advised that before she met him he was severely injured in a parachute jump in the Seattle area. As a result of this accident, according to same . 2 - Seattle MESYTE (2) VV
and
(LNU) , he has never been the
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(LNU) , he has never been the
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advised that upon was involved with a female he met at the tavern in the Falls City area whose first name is The only other thing she knows California.
about is that she is from
was displayed the artist's conception of the Unsub from this investigation and she advised that the facial characteristics look similar to She further advised
that the most identifying characteristic of is that he has She stated that anyone who would ob- would notice this characteristic. She described serve
as follows :
Race :
White
Sex:
Male
DOB:
POB:
Height:
6'0"
Build:
Slim
Weight: 150 lbs.
Hair:
Brown
Eyes :
Blue
Complexion: Rosy cheeked and medium
Characteristics: Smokes Salem cigarettes
Previous Arrests :
Aware of none
Remarks:
Advises that
is
Military:
She advised that served in the U.
Brown
Eyes :
Blue
Complexion: Rosy cheeked and medium
Characteristics: Smokes Salem cigarettes
Previous Arrests :
Aware of none
Remarks:
Advises that
is
Military:
She advised that served in the U. S. Army in Korea and worked in the
Relatives :
Sedro Woolley, Washington, area Telephone:
(LNU) ,
Concrete, WA Telephone:
advised that she no longer has any photographs
of
but
his most likely would have a photograph. They re- Seattle, WAshington, phone
side at number
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advised that she has no idea of the current
whereabouts of The last she saw of him was approxi- mately four years ago when he was in the Fall City, Washington, area.
provided the of the ransom money which was given to her
She further advised that on she will be moving to
Issaquah, Washington, telephone
It is recommended that name be searched through indices to determine if in fact he has been investigated as a suspect in this matter.
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DATE:
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/17/80
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
SUB J
RE :
SUSPECT
On 5/23/80 and 5/29/80
(protect),
Vancouver, Washington, telephone was contacted at her request. She advised that she met an in- dividual by the name of
in Seattle,.
Washington, during August of 1972. At about that time he was in the process of He was and towards with the subversives in the Seattle area. further advised that the in Seattle is very rich.
advised that approximately two months after she met him, which would be approximately eight years ago, he told her that D. B. Cooper. He also
had no idea why anyone would go to all that trouble to keep for him. She further
and to give
advised that he gave no reason why he
and
At the time
residing in the Falls City, Washington, area
and the Ashland, Oregon, area.
stated that was a skilled skydiver and he owned a white and orange parachute. She further advised that before she met him he was severely injured in a parachute jump in the Seattle area.
She further advised that before she met him he was severely injured in a parachute jump in the Seattle area. As a result of this accident, according to same.
and
(LNU) , he has never been the
2 - Seattle MES/ljt (2)
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Based on information which you have provided to this office, it is my understanding that you have conducted investi- gation and developed information concerning an individual who you feel is "D. B. Cooper," the individual who skyjacked a Northwest Airlines flight between Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, . Washington, on November 24, 1971.
Cooper," the individual who skyjacked a Northwest Airlines flight between Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, . Washington, on November 24, 1971. I further understand that you have located fingerprints of this individual. If you will make these fingerprints available to this agency, they will be for- warded to our Identification Division where they will be compared with latent impressions that were located on the skyjacked air- craft. In the event the Identification Division is unable to identify the fingerprints you submit as identical with the latent impressions from the aircraft, you will be advised by letter, within five business days of completion of the examination. This letter will be sent to you by registered mail, at the above address. A copy will also be sent to your attorney,
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If an identification is not made it may be because your fingerprints and the latent impressions are not from the same individual or because the fingerprints you submit or impres- sions from the aircraft are from different portions of the same hands and therefore are not comparable.
is not made it may be because your fingerprints and the latent impressions are not from the same individual or because the fingerprints you submit or impres- sions from the aircraft are from different portions of the same hands and therefore are not comparable.
Very truly yours, Phm/2Km 6/18/80
Paul L. Mack Special Agent in Charge
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Dear
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Based on information which you have provided to this office, it is my understanding that you have conducted investi- gation and developed information concerning an individual who you feel is "D. B. Cooper," the individual who skyjacked a Northwest Airlines flight between Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, . Washington, on November 24, 1971. I further understand that you have located fingerprints of this individual.
Washington, on November 24, 1971. I further understand that you have located fingerprints of this individual. If you will make these fingerprints available to this agency, they will be for- warded to our Identification Division where they will be compared with latent impressions that were located on the skyjacked air- craft. In the event the Identification Division is unable to identify the fingerprints you submit as identical with the latent impressions from the aircraft, you will be advised by letter, within five business days of completion of the examination. This letter will be sent to you by registered mail, at the above address. A copy will also be sent to your attorney,
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If an identification is not made it may be because your fingerprints and the latent impressions are not from the same individual or because the fingerprints you submit or impres- sions from the aircraft are from different portions of the same hands and therefore are not comparable.
Very truly yours, Palik- 6/18/50
Paul L.
or because the fingerprints you submit or impres- sions from the aircraft are from different portions of the same hands and therefore are not comparable.
Very truly yours, Palik- 6/18/50
Paul L. Mack Special Agent in Charge
1 - Addressee 1 - Attorney at Law
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Bred on information which you have provided to this office, it is my understanding that you have conducted investi- gation and developed information concerning an individual who you feel is "D. B. Cooper," the individual who skyjacked a Northwest Airlines flight between Portland, Oregon, and Seattle, . Washington, on November 24, 1971. I further understand that you have located fingerprints of this individual. If you will make these fingerprints available to this agency, they will be for- warded to our Identification Division
If you will make these fingerprints available to this agency, they will be for- warded to our Identification Division where they will be compared with latent impressions that were located on the skyjacked air- craft. In the event the Identification Division is unable to identify the fingerprints you submit as identical with the latent impressions from the aircraft, you will be advised by letter, within five business days of completion of the examination. This letter will be sent to you by registered mail, at the above address A copy will also be sent to your attorney,
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If an identification is not made it may be because your fingerprints and the latent impressions are not from the same individual or because the fingerprints you submit or impres- sions from the aircraft are from different portions of the same hands and therefore are not comparable.
Very truly yours, Pln/OK 6/18/50
Paul L. Mack Special Agent in Charge
1 - Addressee 1 - Attorney at Law
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Date
6/19/80
TO :
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SO. 10)
SUBJECT:
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Being forwarded unexhibited to Seattle is one colored
mug photo of
The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA
On 2/13/80, "Contra
tele-
Costa Times," Walnut Creek, CA, telephone number phonically contacted the writer and advised she believes she possibly knows someone who might be identical with the UNSUB in this case, D. B. Cooper.
She advised approximately four years ago when she was working for the "Oakland Tribune," an individual started writing letters to her, who indicated that he was in love with her,
She advised approximately four years ago when she was working for the "Oakland Tribune," an individual started writing letters to her, who indicated that he was in love with her, seeing her picture on the column in the paper. She advised this individual was obviously disturbed and she avoided contact with him until approximately one year ago when he showed up at her current em- ployment in Walnut Creek, CA.
She advised the facial features of this individual strongly resembled the composite sketch of the UNSUB in this case and she noticed from his letters and in talking to him that he was
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previously a Navy flyer, has and has been in and out of the Veterans Hospital in Menlo Park, California, where his doctor's name is She advised that tele-
phone number is
She advised this individual's name is and he is a white male, approximately 5'7" tall, and lives in
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previously a Navy flyer, has and has been in and out of the Veterans Hospital in Menlo Park, California, where his doctor's name is She advised that tele-
phone number is
She advised this individual's name is and he is a white male, approximately 5'7" tall, and lives in Alameda. She advised he drives a Chevrolet bearing CA license
She described his complexion as somewhat sallow or Latin appearing and he spoke with a very low voice with no notice- able accent. She advised she recalls he told her on one occasion that he had previously
and had a photograph of himself in a
She advised that writes very disjointed, rumbling letters, but has very romantic, dashing ideas and feels he could possibly be the type of individual to pull off a caper such as the incident matter. She advised he always seems to have money and is unemployed as far as she knows and assumes he is in some kind of disability pension. She advised he was married
but they are now separated as far as she knows.
A check of the above license plate discloses it is
listed to at Alameda, CA, and a check of his driver's license shows he has CA driver's license number showing his birthdate as residing at
Alameda, CA.
A check of the above license plate discloses it is
listed to at Alameda, CA, and a check of his driver's license shows he has CA driver's license number showing his birthdate as residing at
Alameda, CA. It describes him as follows:
Height: 5'6"
Weight: 145 pounds
Hair: Black
Eyes: Black
The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA
On 3/6/80, records of the Alameda County Central Iden- tification Bureau show that a was arrested on
On he was arrested for
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was described as a WMA, born pounds, grey hair, brown eyes, home address:
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Alameda, California. He showed his occupation as for the Aetna Life Company. has CII number
and FBI number
The following investigation was conducted by
AT MENLO PARK, CALIFORNIA
was contacted at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Menlo Park, telephone number stated that he is acquainted with professionally in that has been receiving treatment for as an outpatient at the Menlo Park stated that was facility for several years.
at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Menlo Park, telephone number stated that he is acquainted with professionally in that has been receiving treatment for as an outpatient at the Menlo Park stated that was facility for several years.
On 5/12/80,
born in and would have been years of age in 1971. He
stated that was discharged from the Navy in March of and was awarded a full medical dis- for
charge in due to his service related stated that has a history of
dating back to the early 1960's and suffers from periods of stated that never spoke of his
accomplishments but stated that may have attained the rank of
served as a Navy pilot and
receives a substantial pension discharge. He stated that prior to his and had been supporting per month.
providing Stated that fits the profile of D. B. Cooper in some respects in that he was born in is a college graduate, and has an aviation background. He stated that has an olive complexion, Latin in appearance, with dark brown or black hair, however, he stated that is much smaller physically when compared to physical descriptive information associated with D. B. Cooper, stating that is approximately 5'6" tall, and weighs only 135 - 140 pounds.
brown or black hair, however, he stated that is much smaller physically when compared to physical descriptive information associated with D. B. Cooper, stating that is approximately 5'6" tall, and weighs only 135 - 140 pounds. He stated that does smoke cigarettes, and stated that to his recollection, does prefer a particular brand, but was un- able to recall whether or not that brand might be Raleigh filter tip cigarettes. stated that it was his personal and
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professional opinion that is not identical with D. B. Cooper, but stated that this is only his personal opinion. He stated that medical file fails to contain any infor- mation as to his whereabouts in 1971, and suggested that military records may provide more insight into past.
stated that medical records could also be ob- tained under subpoena. He further suggested that to whom he was married from
be contacted for information as to whereabouts in 1971, as well as his during that period of time.
stated that was last known to have telephone number and stated that could also be located through that telephone number.
stated that was last known to have telephone number and stated that could also be located through that telephone number. stated that also who resides in the Oakland area and subscribes to telephone number
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AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will consider suspect possibilities of noting that San Francisco is conducting no additional investigation regarding this individual.
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Being forwarded unexhibitel to Seattle is one colored mug photo of
The following investigation was conducted by Si
AT WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA
On 2/13/30, "Contra
Costa Times,' Walnut Creek, CA, telephone number tole-
phonically contacted the writer and advised she believes she possibly knows someone who might be identical with the U'ISUB in this case, D.
Costa Times,' Walnut Creek, CA, telephone number tole-
phonically contacted the writer and advised she believes she possibly knows someone who might be identical with the U'ISUB in this case, D. B. Cooper.
She advised approximately four years ago when she was working for the "Oakland Tribune," an individual started writing letters to her, who indicated that he was in love with her, seeing hor picture on the column in the paper. She advised this individual was obviously disturbed and she avoided contact with him until approximately one year ago when he showed up at her current em- ployment in Walnut Creek, CA.
She advised the facial features of this individual strongly resembled the composite sketch of the WISUB in this case and che noticed from his letters and in talking to him that he was
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TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
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FBI.
CLASSIFICATION: SECRET 
CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
CLASSIFICATION: SECRET 
CONFIDENTIAL UNCLAS E F TO UNCLAS
Date
6/19/80
TO:
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SO. 10)
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
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Being forwarded unexhibited to Seattle is one colored
mug photo of
The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA
On 2/13/80, "Contra Costa Times," Walnut Creek, CA, telephone number tele- phonically contacted the writer and advised she believes she possibly knows someone who might be identical with the UNSUB in this case, D. B. Cooper.
She advised approximately four years ago when she was working for the "Oakland Tribune," an individual started writing letters to her, who indicated that he was in love with her, seeing her picture on the column in the paper. She advised this individual was obviously disturbed and she avoided contact with him until approximately one year ago when he showed up at her current em- ployment in Walnut Creek, CA.
She advised this individual was obviously disturbed and she avoided contact with him until approximately one year ago when he showed up at her current em- ployment in Walnut Creek, CA.
She advised the facial features of this individual strongly resembled the composite sketch of the UNSUB in this case and she noticed from his letters and in talking to him that he was 2 - Seattle (Enc. 1)
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