12/12/72 and again furnished the information regarding the resemblence between the skyjacker and as both
men had been at the Marinia Del ey Branch of the Bank of America on 12/12/72 withdrawing of their money from the bank. He said they had been in contact with the of the bank who had a good look at both men.
said the had filled out their forms for their account at the bank indicating they resided at Marina Del Rey, california. they drove a
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On 12/12/72 CHARLES FARRELL, Seattle Division, tele- phonically requested that a Special Agent of this Division con- tact the offices of here in Los Angeles and obtain a piece of paper with three numbers on it. These numbers are the numbers of the bills reportedly given to by one of the subjects presently in trial in Seattle. This piece of paper should be provided to Seattle by facsimile as soon as it is obtained.
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BUT LAST NAME IS NOT COOPER. MONEY RECEIVED BY LOCATED IN BANKS IN AFRICA, EUROPE, AND SWEDEN.
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New Mystery Unfolds in 'D. B. Cooper' Trial
Journalist Karl Fleming Testifies Public's Fascination With Case Lured Him to Hoax
BY DARYL LEMBKE
SEATTLE - The pub- They are expected to Lic's fascination with" "D.
Cooper' Trial
Journalist Karl Fleming Testifies Public's Fascination With Case Lured Him to Hoax
BY DARYL LEMBKE
SEATTLE - The pub- They are expected to Lic's fascination with" "D. testify in' their own de- B. Cooper," the vani-hed fense this week. Their at- hijacker who is either torney's cross - examina- dead or holed up some- tion of Fleming indicated where with $200,000 that that the defense will claim he cannot spend, led two he knowingly participated Los Angeles men into the in the scheme.
mystery. The trial will resume Karl Fleming, 45, a jour- this morning before a jury nalist, thought he had lo- of three women and nine cated the missing hijacker. men in federal court here. He testified in court here Fleming, who was on the that he got Max Palevsky, witness stand most of the 48, a wealthy Los Angeles time last week as the businessman and former prosecution presented its chairman of the Xerox case against Murphy and 'Corp. executive commit- Lewis, conceded under. tee, to pay $30,000 in cash cross-examination: "There to obtain all publication is a strong possibility I rights to "Cooper's" first- was had.
tee, to pay $30,000 in cash cross-examination: "There to obtain all publication is a strong possibility I rights to "Cooper's" first- was had."
person account of the hi- From tape recordings of jacking. Palevsky also put, his preliminary negotia- fup $5,000 more for Flem- tions with Lewis, it ing's expenses.
Fleming and Palevsky were to share equally in the profits from selling the story for book publication, television and a motion picture.
Fraud Charge
/ The U.S. government contends that all that the two bought was a hoax.
Details of the case are coming out at a trial of two Bremerton, Wash., men, Donald Sylvester Murphy, 50, and William J. Lewis, 29, on two charges of fraud. The pair are accused of hoodwink- ing Fleming out of the $30,000, Murphy by posing as "Cooper" for interviews and Lewis by acting . the go-between.
seemed apparent that Fleming let his eagerness to get what he thought was the story of the centu- ry dull his reporter's skep- tiscism.
For example, when Le- wis told him on the phone that "Cooper" was moti- vated to hijack the plane by bitterness toward soci- ety because of losing his job at the Boeing Co.
For example, when Le- wis told him on the phone that "Cooper" was moti- vated to hijack the plane by bitterness toward soci- ety because of losing his job at the Boeing Co. after 14 years there, Fleming fairly jumped in excite- ment.
"You know, the cold chills are rising on my arms," Fleming said on the tape recording. "This: is an incredible God- damned story. My in- "tincts were so good, I ju-+ knew."
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DB Cooper-24849Fleming said Newsweek Fleming testified that L magazine. for whom heran an ad in Seattle news- then worked in Los An-papers on Dec. 23, 1,71, geles as a contributing edi- addressed to "D.
for whom heran an ad in Seattle news- then worked in Los An-papers on Dec. 23, 1,71, geles as a contributing edi- addressed to "D. B. Coop- for, refused to pay anver," after reading a letter `money for "Cooper's"that someone claiming to Istory but "suggested I get be the hijacker wrote to a. all the story I could for Reno newspaper. The free." He said he then took writer claimed he had a the tape of the telephone terminal illness.
conversation with Lewis Fleming's ad urged the to Palevsky, with whom hijacker to phone him if he was discussing the he was interested in tell- founding with Palevsky's ing his story "to an abso- money of the weekly Jutely discreet and trust- newspaper, LA.
worthy writer for a re- "I played the tape and he sponsible national maga- (Palevsky) was as struck zine, without jeopardizing by it as I was," Fleming your safety in any way." said. "We were impressed A month passed and. more by the social aspects then he was contacted by. than the cops and robbers. phone by a man who said This seemed the quintes- he was acting as the agent sential case history of a for "D.
phone by a man who said This seemed the quintes- he was acting as the agent sential case history of a for "D. B. Cooper." Flem- man working for a big ing identified Lewis and company, working as a Murphy in court as the; faithful employe and be- men to whom he eventual- ing summarily chopped ly paid Palevsky's $30,000. off when the company for the interviews with didn't need him anymore." Murphy.
Hijacked in 1971
The name "D. B. Cooper" was given by a man who hijacked a Northwest Or- ient Airlines 727 jet be- tween Portland and Seat- fle on Thanksgiving Eve, Nov. 23, 1971.
Holding what he claimed "vas a bomb, the man forced authorities to give bim $200,000 in $20 bills at Seattle and then parachut- ed into the stormy dark- ness on a flight from Seat- tle to Reno.
He has never turned up. The Army deployed hundreds of soldiers to icomb the area in south- west Washington over which he supposedly jumped, but found no. trace of him.
The possibility that "Cooper" might have got- ten away with the money seemed to titillate the fan- cy of a lot of people, not- withstanding its criminal aspects.
The possibility that "Cooper" might have got- ten away with the money seemed to titillate the fan- cy of a lot of people, not- withstanding its criminal aspects. A Portland, Ore., man sold D. B. Cooper 'T- shirts and a Portland nightclub singer recorded ja ,song, "D. B. Cooper, "Where Are You?"
In the preliminary con- versations with Fleming both on the phone and at a meeting in Los Angeles, the man who Fleming identified as Lewis gave a convincing description of "Cooper,"
The go-between de- scribed the hijacker as a family man, faithful to his wife, an admirer of Pres- ident Nixon, a hater of people on welfare, a man living in ' a three - level home on Seattle's Lake Washington and a dedicat- ed Boeing employe.
The negotiator said on the tape that "Cooper" be- came completely disillu- sioned with the system when he was let out at Boeing with only two. weeks' notice, while a younger man working with him was retained.
Discussing his own mo- tive in attempting to ped- dle the hijacker's account, the go-between said on the. tape:
"Dishonesty is a state of mind.
Discussing his own mo- tive in attempting to ped- dle the hijacker's account, the go-between said on the. tape:
"Dishonesty is a state of mind. If you think you're dishonest, then you are., I'm just liquidating some! of the assets from D. B., Cooper and taking a per- centage.">
DB Cooper-24850An FBI expert, in con. paring documents, testi- fied that photocopies of three $20 bills, supposedly from the hijack loot, that Lewis and Murphy showed to Flemin to prove that he was really interviewing "Cooper" were bogus.
In interviews with Fleming, filmed on a Pu- get Sound beach and taped in a motel room, Murphy' said he had planned the hijacking for 14 months. He said his problem was] that "I couldn't spend the money after I got it." The! film was shown to the jury! last Wednesday.
Fleming testified that, after the interviews, he, Murphy and Lewis drove to a rural area near the hamlet of" La' Center in southwest Washington. Murphy pointed out where he supposedly land- ed after parachuting from the 727 and where he got in his car and drove home.
Murphy pointed out where he supposedly land- ed after parachuting from the 727 and where he got in his car and drove home. He said he was guided to his car by radio transmit- ters that he had placed in the vehicle and at two nearby locations and which he monitored with a walkie-talkie during and after the jump.
Fleming said that News- week had a cover story written and a sketch drawn to illustrate it, based on his interviews with "Cooper." He said a week before the article was to run, an attorney for. a book publishing compa- ny threatened to tell the FBI about the interviews. He had been discussing publication of the story with the book firm, Har- per & Row.
Fleming said he then in -; structed an attorney friend to give all the infor- mation about the contacts! with Murphy and Lewis toi the FBI. An investigation turned up many discre- 'pancies in what the tw.
men had told Fleming, in-1 cluding the fact that Mur-1 phy had never been em- ployed by Boeing. The two men were arrested on June 3.
Palevsky described his occupation in his testimo- ny as "an entrepreneur.
The two men were arrested on June 3.
Palevsky described his occupation in his testimo- ny as "an entrepreneur."
He said he had trusted Fleming's judgment enough to put up the $35,- 000. knowing him to be al "very reputable journa- list."
"I wasn't totally con- vinced but certainly' thought there was a prob-) ability that he had access! to D. B. Cooper," Palevsky! said.
He added: "I wanted to have nothing to do with the entire transaction. It! was Karl's project. I want -; 'ed to avoid as far as possi- ble any involvement."
On the witness stand last Thursday, Fleming dis- closed that the weekly! newspaper LA, which he and Palevsky started six: months ago with Palev- sky's support, had og! pended publication. In making the disclosure, Fleming was overcome, with emotion. U.S. Dist. Judge Walter McGovern called a recess to enable him to regain his compo- sure,
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2 Convicted in 'D. B. Cooper Fraud Case
BY DARYL LEMBKE Times Staff Writer
SEATTLE - Two men were convicted in federal court here Wednesday of fraudulently selling a story
Cooper Fraud Case
BY DARYL LEMBKE Times Staff Writer
SEATTLE - Two men were convicted in federal court here Wednesday of fraudulently selling a story of how "D. B. Coop- er" hijacked an airliner, with one of them imper- sonating the hijacker.
A jury of three women and nine men deliberated five hours Tuesday night and Wednesday before finding William J. (Jack) Lewis, 33, and Donald Syl- vester Murphy, 50, guilty of all charges.
Jury foreman George Wittrock, a planner for the Boeing Co., said the deciding factor was the re- playing in the jury room: of tapes recorded when Lewis, acting as the go-be- tween, phoned Fleming in Los Angeles last Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 and other tapes recorded in Seattle when Fleming interviewed Mur- phy. Fleming testified in the eight-day trial that the two Bremerton, Wash., real estate men had flim- flammed him into believ- ing that he was interview- ing the real "D. B. Cooper" when he questioned Mur- phy at length on tape and film.
The defendants claimed that he knew all along that Murphy was playing the role of "D.
Cooper" when he questioned Mur- phy at length on tape and film.
The defendants claimed that he knew all along that Murphy was playing the role of "D. B. Cooper" but went along with it to obtain an exciting story.
Wittrock said the jury believed the tapes proved conclusively that Fleming! thought he was dealing, with the real hijacker.
. Both were found guilty of two counts of inducing: former Newsweek contri- 'buting editor Karl Flem- ing, 45, to travel across 1971 Hijacking state lines for the purpose A man giving the name of defrauding him and of a, "D. B. Cooper" hijacked a third count of conspiring 727 jet airliner Nov. 23, to defraud him. 1971, demanded and got. Lewis was also convicted $200,000 and parachuted of a fourth count of usinghout on a flight from Seat- a wire (in this case, the tle to Reno. telephone) to defraud.
No trace has ever been found of the man or the money.
Possible Sentences
U.S. Dist. Judge Walter Fleming placed an ad în T. McGovern set Jan. 19 Seattle newspapers last for probation hearing and Dec. 23, urging "D.
Judge Walter Fleming placed an ad în T. McGovern set Jan. 19 Seattle newspapers last for probation hearing and Dec. 23, urging "D. B. sentencing. Lewis could Cooper" to contact him and tell his story "to an receive up to 30 years in. federal prison or $31,000 absolutely discreet and in fines or both. Murphy trustworthy writer for re- Icould receive a maximum sponsible national maga- [sentence of 25 years or zine, without jeopardizing $30,000 in fines or both. your safety in any way."
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DB Cooper-24852At the time, Fleming Went to FBI was a contributing editor During four days on the In Los Angeles for News- witness stand last week week magazine, for whom Fleming insisted that he he had worked 11 years. thought he was interview- More than a month after ing the real hijacker. A placing the ad, Fleming: week before Newsweek got a telephone call from a was scheduled to run a man whom he identified cover story based on the in court as Lewis. The interviews, Fleming had man said he could puthan attorney friend go to Fleming in touch with the the FBI and tell agents 'hijacker, whom he de-about the interviews.
Iscribed as a family man
An investigation by the disillusioned by being let TeBI turned up discrepan out of his job at the cies, Newsweek canceled Boeing company after 14 the story and the IBI art years of service.
Palevsky Backing
Fleming flew twice to Seattle and paid for the publication, TV and movie rights to the hijacker's story. The $30,000 and $5,- 000 in expense money was put up by Max Palevsky, 48, a wealthy Los Angeles businessman who was to share equally with Flem- ing in profits from the story.
The $30,000 and $5,- 000 in expense money was put up by Max Palevsky, 48, a wealthy Los Angeles businessman who was to share equally with Flem- ing in profits from the story.
Murphy, a real estate man and former operator of heavy construction equipment who said he went broke two years ago because of a drinking problem, admitted he posed as "D. B. Cooper" for lengthy interviews by Fleming.
He said that at Lewis' suggestion, he "boned up" on the hijacking by going to the library and readingi newspaper accounts of st., He said he even drove to a' sky diving field near Seat- tle, watched parachute; jumps and had a sky diver! explain his technique.
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Murphy testified that, Lewis gave him 17 pages of notes and a script which: The used as the basis for his remarks in the interviews, by Fleming. Murphy had never worked for Booing! and said he had never jumped from a plane.
rested Murphy and Lewis last May 2.
Both Lewis and Murphy admitted in their testimo- ny that they lied when in- terrogated by the FBI, They claimed they did so to protect Fleming's story, They also maintainer MMleming knew all along that Murphy was not "D.
Both Lewis and Murphy admitted in their testimo- ny that they lied when in- terrogated by the FBI, They claimed they did so to protect Fleming's story, They also maintainer MMleming knew all along that Murphy was not "D. B. Cooper."
Lewis claimed that after: he had placed an ad car- rying the heading, "D. B. Cooper," in a Bremerton' newspaper to attract at- tention to lots which he had for sale, a man whom, he believed to be the real hijacker called him in the; middle of the night. He said that the notes which he took from this and sub- sequent calls from the same man were turned over to Murphy so that he! could give an authentic impersonation of the hi- jacker.
'I Need a Body'
Lewis quoted l'leming as remarking, after being informed that the real hi- jacker would not be avail- able for the interviews: "I need a body." :
When he got his story twisted during cross exa- mination by Asst. U.S.j Atty. Larry Finegold, Le-i wis blurted at one point :;
"I told many lies to the FBI. I mean, it's impossi- ble to keep the lies ( straight."
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Attorney Tony Savage representing Murphy, saint Heming and Palevsky "got themselves in this spot_"
"Mr. Fleming is going to wind up a fool or a cheat, regardless of the verdict, and I suspect he'd prefer the former," Savage said.
He said Palevsky was angered at being sub- poenaed to testify at the trial because "he doesn't: want to get involved, he- cause he wanted to keep his skirts clean."
Palevsky last werk dropped his support of Fleming's newspaper, LA, causing it to suspend pub- lication.
Fleming said Palevsky was angered at him for not informing him that he; would have to appear at. the trial, an appearance that caused him to defer a trip to Europe.
Asked if this was thei reason Palevsky dropped this support for the news-i maper, Fleming repliery that it also could be "he- cause these proceedings have revealed I'm a pretty stupid guy.'
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are official FBI sketches of a man who gave his name as Dan Cooper and hijacked a Northwest Airlines jet en route from Portland to Seattle last Thanksgiving Eve. The hijacker parachuted from the plane with $200,000 in ransom money and signaled the era of the parachuting hijacker. He is still at large and authorities say they have no firm clues to his whereabouts. (AP Wirephoto)
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To: SAC, Seattle (164-81) ₹ From: For the Acting Director, FBI (164-2111) W. Mark Felt ¥ 
Acting Associate Director
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Enclosed for receiving offices are ofe true copy of self-explanatory anonymous note, one copy of newspaper photo of unsub, aka D.
Mark Felt ¥ 
Acting Associate Director
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Enclosed for receiving offices are ofe true copy of self-explanatory anonymous note, one copy of newspaper photo of unsub, aka D. B. Cooper, and one copy of envelope postmarked Pocatello, Idaho, dated 12-15-72.
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SUBJECT CONSIDERED ARMEDE AND DANGEROUS ERE
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TO :
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE
SUBJECT CONSIDERED ARMEDE AND DANGEROUS ERE
RE ALBUQUERQUE NITEL. 12/13/72.
RE: SUSPECT
HVISTICATION NEGATIVE TO IDENTIFY
INVESTIGATION DETERMINED NOT KNOWN TO OFFICIALS
ORANGE COUNTY RACEWAY, SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA, OR AT
GARDEN GROVE, CALIFORNIA, WHITE FEMALE, BORN
ON 12/20/72,
ADVISED THAT SHE IS
WHITE MALE, BORN
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HOUSTON, TEXAS, TELEPHONE
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HAS CASHED APPROXIMATELY 500 DOLLARS WORTH IN BAD CHECKS IN COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA, AND LEFT CALIFORNIA FEARFUL OF ARREST. BOTH TRAVEL IN
RACING CAR CIRCLES.
HAS DRIVEN
SHORTLY AFTER CAPTIONED SKYJACKING,
AND
BOTH OF WHOM RESIDE IN FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO, ENGAGED IN A CONVERSATION ABOUT THE SKYJACKING.
HAS DRIVEN
SHORTLY AFTER CAPTIONED SKYJACKING,
AND
BOTH OF WHOM RESIDE IN FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO, ENGAGED IN A CONVERSATION ABOUT THE SKYJACKING. NO MENTION WAS MADE AT THAT TIME WHO WAS INVOLVED AND THE NAME DID
NOT COME UP. SHE BELIEVES THAT SHE HAS HEARD THE NAME MENTIONED BY RACING DRIVERS BUT IS NOT CERTAIN.
SHE STATED SHE MAY HAVE HEARD THE NAME MENTIONED BY
(PHONETIC ) AND
(PHONETIC),
BEING FROM MICHIGAN AND
FROM SEATTLE,
WASHINGTON. NEITHER MENTIONED
BEING CONNECTED
WITH SKYJACKING BUT MENTION HIM ONLY AS A RACE CAR DRIVER. DISCUSS HAS SHE ADVISED SHE NEVER HEARD
IN CONNECTION WITH ANY SKYJACKING.
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CAN BE RECONTACTED EITHER AT THE GARDEN GROVE ADDRESS ABOVE AT OR AT
GARDEN GROVE, CALIFORNIA.
RECORDS ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, SANTA ANA CALIFORNIA, SHOW LOCAL TRAFFIC WARRANT FOR WHILE RECORDS COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT SHOW 
SUBJECT OF TWO CLOSED NSF CHECK CASES OF MINOR VALUE.
ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, SANTA ANA CALIFORNIA, SHOW LOCAL TRAFFIC WARRANT FOR WHILE RECORDS COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT SHOW 
SUBJECT OF TWO CLOSED NSF CHECK CASES OF MINOR VALUE. NO WARRANTS WITH COSTA MESA POLICE DEPARTMENT.
ALBUQUERQUE AT FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO: WILL REINTERVIEW
SOURCE, IN PERSON TO OBTAIN COMPLETE DETAILS OF CONVERSATION ALLEGEDLY OVERHEARD REGARDING
DETERMINE WHEN, CONVERSATION TOOK PLACE, WHO ELSE WAS PRESENT AND EVALUATE AS A RELIABLE SOURCE. IF FURTHER INVESTIGATION BELIEVED NECESSARY SET FORTH LEAD FOR INTERVIEW OF BY HOUSTON DIVISION.
UNSUB CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
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DB Cooper-24861 FBI.
Daire 12/27/72

KOŞ	LOS ANGELES	(164-497)
FROM:	ALBUQUERQUE	(149-131) (BUC)

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(Type-in plointext or code)
Víc TERETITE RITEL
(Prionly).
NORJAK. 00; SEATTLE.
RE URTEL, 12/26/72.
RE:
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SOURCE
(PROTECT)
* ADVISED
THAN ME STENT IN GARDEN GROVE, CALIF., AND
WAS IN CONTACT WITH
TOLD HIM OP
FBI CONTACT RE AND STATES
SHE ALSO STATED
IS NOW
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, AND
WAS IN CONTACT WITH
TOLD HIM OP
FBI CONTACT RE AND STATES
SHE ALSO STATED
IS NOW
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AMARE OF BUREAU'S INTEREST IN BIN.
ALSO REFERRED TO
ONE
(LNU) - CLAINS IS NOT TO BE CONFUSED
WITH A CURRENT ASSOCIATE OF
NAMED ADVISED INITIAL CONVERSATION RE
TOOK PLACE IN RESIDENCE OF
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GARDEN GROVE, CALIF. HE ADVISED ALSO
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28-164-497-638 HAD RETURNED 1
FIRST WEEK OF DECEMBER, 1972, AND HE AND
1-Seattle (164-81) (RAN) JEVM (2)
SEMXD
DEC 2 7 1972
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leadFBI
Dute:
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(Type in plaintext m cadel
ViXE
(Priority)
PAGE THO AQ 149-131
TO WIAT AREA FOR
HE ADVISED ME OVERHEARD BITS OF REMARKS MADE BY VARIOUS FAMILY MEMBERS RE AND INSTANT GRYJACKING MATTER HB
STATED REMARKS WERE MADE BY A
IN ADDITION TO BOTH OF + IBE BELIEVES ASSOCIATION WITH THE AND FAMILY
ZE IS MERELY THROUGH THEIR ASSOCIATION WITH
WOULD DIVULGE COULD NOT RENDER ANY OPINION AS TO WHY
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION ON THIS NATTER, HE ALSO STATES THAT
WAS RETURNED TO GARDEN GROVE, BUT DOUBTS HE
WOULD BE COOPERATIVE UNDER ORDINARY
ZE IS MERELY THROUGH THEIR ASSOCIATION WITH
WOULD DIVULGE COULD NOT RENDER ANY OPINION AS TO WHY
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION ON THIS NATTER, HE ALSO STATES THAT
WAS RETURNED TO GARDEN GROVE, BUT DOUBTS HE
WOULD BE COOPERATIVE UNDER ORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES. FRELS THAT UNDER PRESSURE WOULD FURNISH
INFORMATION RELATIVE TO IDENTITY AND PRESENT LOCATION.
(PHONETIC) , SUGGESTED THE NAMES OF
FROM LOUISIANA, AND { NATIONALLY KNOWN
(PHONETIC), ANOTHER
WHO ARE CURRENTLY IN LOS ANGELES.
ARBA AS TWO PEOPLE WHO WOULD KNOW OF IDENTITY.
STATED ON 12/31/72 WOULD PROBABLY BE PARTICIPATING IN A AT ORANGE. COUNTY, CALIF., TO BE HELD AT EL TORO
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Vix
(Priority)
PAGE THREE AO 149-131
MARCINE BASE,
DISCLAIMS. ANY. KNOWLEDGE OF AND
CLAINS DE IS CURRENTLY BEING SOUGHT BY ORANGE
COUNTY OFFICIALS FOR KOW SUPPORT, BUT HE IS NOT A FUGITIVE FROM ANY CRIMINAL MATTER.
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LOS ANGELES CONTINUE INVESTIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND LOCATE
UNSUE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
LIMITED KNOWLEDGE OF HIS BACKGROUND.
LOS ANGELES CONTINUE INVESTIGATION TO IDENTIFY AND LOCATE
UNSUE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-24864 FD-36 (Rev, 5-22-64]
FBI Date: 12/29/72
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(Type in plaintext or code)
Viu AIRTEL AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (1.64-812)
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Albuquerque nitel to Los Angeles, dated 12/27/72.
REGARDING SUSPECT
On 12/29/72. (note correct
spelling of name), Santa Ana, California, telephone number was interviewed at his residence. He advised that is identical to
(Phonetic), described as white, male, American) 24 to 26, 518", 160, short reddish blond hair, stocky build, ruddy complexion. He advised that he met approximately three years ago in Dallas, Texas, at where was working
is presently living he believes somewhere in Orange County, california,
name unknown. Tulsa. Oklahoma,
worked at one time for is a
last worked for an unknown somewhere in Arkansas.
advised that at no time did he ever discuss
captioned matter with
nor did he ever hear state that he was in
advised that at no time did he ever discuss
captioned matter with
nor did he ever hear state that he was in fact the skyjacker or had anything to do with the crime. He has received no information to indicate that is the skyjacker. is a quiet individual, considered
2 - Seattle 1 ~ Albuquerque (149-1311) (2) ~ Los Angeles
Q
164.400 SEARCHED
63
INDEXED 
FAG/1 am JUS OFFICE COPY
DB Cooper-24865
mark for inviting an
Approved:
Sent
M Per
Special Agent in Chorgo
-Wasser
GPO : 1440 0 - 402-735
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RIALIZED H 7
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to be a very competent
In order b6 to attempt to establish reliability to the initial source of b7C the information suggesting as the suspect. was b7D advised that the source of the information was
He advised that has
in the past.
received a
from the United States Marine Corps for a reason unknown to him. Several months ago was
Long Beach, California, for an
and b7C
has expressed a dislike for b7D
were.
a family squabble.
never received any compensation
In early December 1972,
the house
are now residing .
a family squabble.
never received any compensation
In early December 1972,
the house
are now residing . It was decided by the
that the house would be sold but that could live in the house, rent free, until the house was sold, to assist them financially. was quite unhappy that they were allowed to do this as he thought that he should have been allowed to live rent free in the house.
stated that has been the subject of b6 would have made up a story b7C b7D
and he feels that and furnished information to the FBI just to cause embarrassment and harassment to the
In view of the above, Los Angeles suggests that no further investigation be conducted to locate b6 b7C
UAC Seattle.
An information copy of this communication is being furnished to Albuquerque for completion of office files.
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also the for several reasons.
this caused from
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DB Cooper-24866 LA 164-497
Seattle and Albuquerque correct spelling of name in referenced communication and in Los Angeles nitel to Albuquerque and Seattle, dated 12/26/72.
LA 164-497
Seattle and Albuquerque correct spelling of name in referenced communication and in Los Angeles nitel to Albuquerque and Seattle, dated 12/26/72.
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DB Cooper-24867NR 07 SC PLAIN
7:06 PM NITEL 1-3-73 ERD
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SAC, LAS VEGAS
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
FROM :
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P) 2P
NORJAK . 00: SEATTLE.
RE: NEW SUSPECT" RE LOS ANGELES NITEL 1-2-73.
, HAS CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE
RESIDES
CALIFORNIA
DESCRIBED WHITE MALE BORN
5 FEET 10 INCHES, 170 POUNDS, BROWN EYES, GRAY HAIR. HE IS REGISTERED OWNER OF
DISCREET INQUIRY IN
AREA REVEALS b6 b7C
RESEMBLES ARTIST'S SKETCH OF UNSUB, IS
DRIVES LEASED
AND IS
HE ALSO
END PAGE ONE
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Q
SEARCHED INDEXED.
RUB
DB Cooper-24868
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PAGE TWO.
RELIABLE SOURCE
ADVISED 
VERY ACTIVE
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IN LOCAL AFFAIRS AND POLITICS AND
SOURCE ADVISED NO INDICATIONS OF FINANCIAL PROBLEMS OR
INDICATIONS OF WEALTH, AND HAS EXCELLENT SOURCE
DESCRIBED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DESCRIPTION SET OUT ABOVE AND HE HAS VERY SHORT GRAY HAIR, NARROW FACE,
OF FINANCIAL PROBLEMS OR
INDICATIONS OF WEALTH, AND HAS EXCELLENT SOURCE
DESCRIBED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DESCRIPTION SET OUT ABOVE AND HE HAS VERY SHORT GRAY HAIR, NARROW FACE, AND VERY NOTICEABLE CROOKED
FRONT TEETH. SOURCE FURTHER ADVISED HAS NO NOTICEABLE SCARS OR INDICATIONS OF FORMER INJURIES. IT IS NOT KNOWN IF IS PARA-
CHUTIST. SOURCE ADVISED (2 OR 3 MAN AT PREMISES) IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, NAME UNRE- CALLED.
SACRAMENTO WILL FORWARD PHOTOS FROM DIRVER,S LICENSE TO SEATTLE AND LOS ANGELES.
INVESTIGATION CONTINUING.
UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
END GLD FBI LOS ANGLES CLR FOR ONE AND TKS
DB Cooper-24869FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date: 1/2/73
PLAINTEXT
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(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE NITEL
(Priority)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) SAC , ST. LOUIS (164-63) ZAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) SAC
RRH SAC, , VANONO CITI LAS VEGAS
OKLAHOMA CITY
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) )(P) 
NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE
REGARDING NEW SUSPECT
1
BORN
ALL OFFICERS OF THE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE -
HAVE ADVISED THAT ARTIST CONCEPTION OF HIJACKER IN DECEMBER ISSUE OF FBI LAW
CITY
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) )(P) 
NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE
REGARDING NEW SUSPECT
1
BORN
ALL OFFICERS OF THE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE -
HAVE ADVISED THAT ARTIST CONCEPTION OF HIJACKER IN DECEMBER ISSUE OF FBI LAW ENFORCEMENT BULLETIN BEARS CLOSE RESEMBLANCE TO FORMER LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
crs : 1dm (1) com Pasty
(PHONETIC). 1% - SE 10:56 P-SL 10:41 P-SC 1127 -LV
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SEARCHED -
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Approved:
Special Agent in Charge DB Cooper-24870
Sent Ar
10:48 p-OC
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THIS DATE
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE FURNISHED INFORMATION FROM PERSONNEL RECORDS OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, INDICATING
EMPLOYED AS
PROMOTED TO
AND
TO
CALIFORNIA.
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DESCRIBED AS GREGARIOUS,
OFFICER AND NO DEROGATIVE INFORMATION IN PERSONNEL FILE.
CLAIMED TO BE GRADUATE OF CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIVE SCHOOL WHILE IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY AND
FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, NO
DATE INDICATED BUT
BELIEVED DURING WORLD WAR II.
STATES
A WHITE MALE, BORN
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LEFT LOS ANGELES 1962 - 1963 AND BELIEVED
IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA.
STATES
A WHITE MALE, BORN
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LEFT LOS ANGELES 1962 - 1963 AND BELIEVED
IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA.
REPORTEDLY ALSO BELIEVED PARACHUTIST AND DESCRIBED AS QUOTE ADVERTURESOME UNQUOTE.
STATES
RECENTLY OBSERVED IN LOS ANGELES DRIVING A NEW
AND REPORTEDLY HAVING DOMESTIC PROBLEMS INCLUDING
DB Cooper-24871 LA 164-497
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A DIVORCE OR SEPARATION FROM
NOTED PERSONNEL FILE INDICATED IN
WHITTIER, CALIFORNIA.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE OFFICERS ACQUAINTED WITH
BETWEEN STATE CLOSELY MATCHES DESCRIPTION IN MAGAZINE.
NO PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF
AVAILABLE IN PERSONNEL
FILE. CHECK OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES
0 RECORDS FAILS TO REVEAL CURRENT DRIVER'S LICENSE IDENTIFIABLE
WITH AND POSTAL GUIDE CONTAINS NO REFERENCE TO IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA.
ADVISED LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S
WOULD HAVE MORE CURRENT INFORMATION REGARDING CURRENTLY ON VACATION AND WILL CONTACT LOS ANGELES FBI UPON RETURN.
SACRAMENTO ASCERTAIN IF LOCATED AT IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND CONDUCT ALL LOGICAL
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SACRAMENTO ASCERTAIN IF LOCATED AT IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND CONDUCT ALL LOGICAL
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DISCRETE INVESTIGATION IN ATTEMPT TO: (1) ASCERTAIN WHEREABOUTS OF 11/23-24/71. (2) OBTAIN ALL INFORMATION REGARDING b6 b7C
FINANCIAL SITUATION. (3) ATTEMPT TO VERIFY IF KNOWN PARACHUTIST. (4) ASCERTAIN IF AND
LAS VEGAS AT RENO, NEVADA CONDUCT SAME INVESTIGATION AS SET FOR SACRAMENTO AND ASCERTAIN IF HOLDER OF NEVADA DRIVER'S
LICENSE AS BELIEVED IN VICINITY OF RENO, NEVADA.
ST. LOUIS REVIEW APPROPRIATE MILITARY RECORDS TO OBTAIN
BACKGROUND REGARDING AND ASCERTAIN IF HE IS FORMER PARACHUTIST, NOTING HE CLAIMED POSITION AS
OKLAHOMA CITY REVIEW FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION RECORDS TO ASCERTAIN IF AND OBTAIN ALL b6 b7C
PERTINENT BACKGROUND INFORMATION. REVIEW RECORDS UNITED STATES PARACHUTE ASSOCIATION TO ASCERTAIN IF KNOWN PARACHUTIST.
LOS ANGELES WILL INTERVIEW LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE AND FURNISH SEATTLE COPIES OF
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PAGE FIVE
PHOTOGRAPH OF TAKEN 1962 AS OBTAINED FROM LOS
ANGELES WILL INTERVIEW LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE AND FURNISH SEATTLE COPIES OF
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PHOTOGRAPH OF TAKEN 1962 AS OBTAINED FROM LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE PERSONNEL FILE FOR DISPLAY TO WITNESSES. UNKNOWN SUBJECT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-24874OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1952 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: BAC AOB A .. GETS ( 164-497)
FROM : S.A.
SUBJECT: NOLJA :
B.A.
AT 6:10mm this date phone advised that while examine a commonite of the subject he felt that there was a stone resemblance with a woning for
stated that he has had no contact with several newsmener ads in which that he had not sanken to
but hod ceen
stated the composite.
about his resemblance to
LA Indices-re:
5 N/B
re:
0
Alemaps
144-45-636
SEARCHED SERIALIZED
INDEXED FILED 4
JAN 21979
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll
DB Cooper-24875
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5010-100
DATE: 1/5/73
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Credit check
2 Birth Credit Motor Vehicle
3-30-71)
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Credit check
2 Birth Credit Motor Vehicle Deoth Marriage " IN5 Other
To
Buded
Return to
File number 164-497
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Name ond olioses of subject, opplicont, or employee, and spouse
Addresses
Residence INGLEWOOD, CALIF
Business
Former
*Dote ond ploce of marriage (if applicable)

Roce	Sex	Age	Height	Weight	Hoir	Eyes
CAUC	

Male
Female	40-45	V64-491-637

Birth date
Bitthplace
/ SEARCHED

Artest Number	Fingerprint classificolion Criminal specialty	INDEXED
ŠERIALIZED #

Specific information desired
FILED
no file
4 1
Results of check
DEC 20 1972
Anonymous sauce has advised that ative CREDIT BUREAU OF individual is hijacker D.
#

Specific information desired
FILED
no file
4 1
Results of check
DEC 20 1972
Anonymous sauce has advised that ative CREDIT BUREAU OF individual is hijacker D.B. Cooper, StoMER LOS ANGELES the formerly resided Inglewood, Calif Them Seattle, Wast, Portland, Oregon and Reno, Nevada make logical effort to identify by name no descriptive data available. 1/2 (Use raverse side, if necessary) GPO: 5971 OF-425-812
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DB Cooper-24876Record Request FD-125 (Rev. 3-30-71)
Registrar of Users Birth Credit Criminal Motor Vehicle Death Marriage" INS Other
To
Sauce
Buded
Return to
164-497
A
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Addresses
Residence
INGLEWOOD, CALIF
Business
Former
*Date and place of marriage (if applicable)

Race	Sex	Age	Height	Weight	Hair Éyos
CALL	

Male
Female	40-45

Birth dote
Birthplace
Arrest Number
Fingerprint classification
Criminal specialty
Specific information desired
Obtain all
Éyos
CALL	

Male
Female	40-45

Birth dote
Birthplace
Arrest Number
Fingerprint classification
Criminal specialty
Specific information desired
Obtain all available background se
Results of check
who anonymous source alleges is hyacker D. B . Cooper
No Record checked by
on 12/29/12 164.497.638 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 2 FILED 1 G
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GPO: 1975 05-425-812 DB Cooper-248771/8/73
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
RE:
NORJAK
00:
Sonttle
RE:
Enclosed for Seattle are six copies of photograph taken in 1963 and obtained from personnel
of file of at Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office (LASO).
LASO, interviewed and advised he has not talked personally with since he left the LASO about 1962 or 1963 and hos no recent information regarding activities. b6 b7C
UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Seattle (Encls. 6) (MM) 2,- Los Angeles cro/kah (4)_
164-447 -639 SEARCHED INDEXED SLREALIZED FILAD
$ 0
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DB Cooper-24878
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6) (MM) 2,- Los Angeles cro/kah (4)_
164-447 -639 SEARCHED INDEXED SLREALIZED FILAD
$ 0
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DB Cooper-24878
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 192 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum®
TO
:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
DATE:
1/5/73
FROM
:
TRT
SUBJECT:
IF
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Bureau airtel to Seattle dated 12/20/72.
RE:
A review of Los Angeles indices and records of the following agencies were caused to be reviewed on the dates indicated and no record identifiable with or could be located:
Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters
12/29/72
Los Angeles Municipal Court Traffic Records
1/2/73
Los Angeles Police Department and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office
12/29/72
Credit Bureau of Greater Los Angeles
1/2/73
Inglewood, California Police Department
12/27/72
2 - Bureau (AM)
2 - Seattle (164-81) (AM) 1 - Butte ( Info) (AM) 1 - Las Vegas (Info) (AM) 1 - Portland ( Info) (AM) 2} Los Angeles crs/kah (9) OFFICE COPY
FILED
5 .: 0-109
DB Cooper-24879 Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll
0 164-497 640 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 0 921 b6 b7C
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll
0 164-497 640 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 0 921 b6 b7C
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b6 b7COPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1002 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFA) 101-11.8 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
FROM
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re suspect
On January 5, 1973 Concord, California, telephonically contacted the San Francisco Office and furnished the following information:
advised that he is employed as a and that for several years he to Para- chute Club of America. He stated that for some time he has been considering calling the FBI regarding an individual he feels to be similar to and possibly identical with D. B. COOPER. He identified the individual as who, ac- cording to was last known to be in Paraven- tures Corporation which is located across the street from Technicolor Corporation in Los Angeles. stated that who has performed several jumps
is an including
stated that is a very intel- ligent individual and he is considered one of the very best parachutiste in the United States.
stated that who has performed several jumps
is an including
stated that is a very intel- ligent individual and he is considered one of the very best parachutiste in the United States. He said to the best of his knowledge a few years ago and consequently his function in the Paraventure Corpor- ation is primarily administrative.
also stated that an individual known to him as was also employed by the Paraventure Corporation and should be acquainted with
technicolor Coup Hedaquintero 6311 Romania Hollywood, 463-6111 no Paraventuras Com mi LA Cent la Directory. 2 - Los Angeles 2 - Seattle (164-81 2 - San Francisco BHC : sac (6)
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LOL LOS ANGELES
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-24880 SF 164-220 BHC : sac
LEAD
LOS ANGELES
AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA. Attempt to locate at the Paraventure Corporation and ascertain if he is a logical suspect in this case.
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DB Cooper-24881
2NRØ12 SE PLAIN
1159 PM NITEL 1/19/73 DCA
TO
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
DENVER (164-98)
LOS ANGELES (164-497)
PHOENIX (
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DB Cooper-24881
2NRØ12 SE PLAIN
1159 PM NITEL 1/19/73 DCA
TO
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
DENVER (164-98)
LOS ANGELES (164-497)
PHOENIX (164-100)
LAS VEGAS (164-60)
ST. LOUIS (164-73)
NEW ORLEANS (164-136)
MINNEAPOLIS (164-73)' (INFO)
FROM SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 4P
JORJAX. 00: SEATTLE.
RE NEW ORLEANS URGENT TELETYPE TO ACTING DIRECTOR AND SEATTLE DATED 1/18/73.
RE: SUB ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY. FOR THE INFORMATION OF RECEIVING OFFICES, INVESTIGATION NEW ORLEANS DIVISION 1/7/73 REVEALED ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY SHOULD BE CONSIDERED A .NORJAK SUSPECT. WEALTHY BERWICK, LOUISIANA BUSINESSMAN,
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INDEXED. SERIALIZED FILED 13 JAN 20:973
DB Cooper-24882
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AND TRANSPORTING SAME TO CANADA FOR SALE. DURING COURSE OF DISCUSSION, ASKED TO ASCERTAIN FROM HIS POLITICAL CONTACTS IN WASHINGTON, D. C., IF HARTLEY NORJAK SUSPECT . STATED HARTLEY APPEARED VERY CONCERNED THAT HE MIGHT BE SUSPECT IN THIS MATTER.
, IF HARTLEY NORJAK SUSPECT . STATED HARTLEY APPEARED VERY CONCERNED THAT HE MIGHT BE SUSPECT IN THIS MATTER.
HARTLEY DESCRIBED AS WHITE MALE, BORN 7/27/20, BRULE, WISCONSIN, 6 FEET, 175-180 POUNDS, BROWN HAIR, BLUE EYES, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER 471-16-6629, FBI NUMBER 796324 B. IDENTIFICATION RECORDS REFLECT PRIOR ARRESTS 7/22/67, U. S. CUSTOMS, NOGALES, ARIZONA, FOR GOLD SHUSGLING; 1/3/69, POLICE DEPARTMENT, LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, ROBBERY; 3/5/69, POLICE DEPARTMENT, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, FUGITIVE FROM CALIFORNIA; 3/12/69, POLICE DEPARTMENT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, RE- CEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY, ILLEGAL POSSESSION, MANUFACTURE OR SALE OF FIREARIS; 10/4/69, PD, CHANDLER, ARIZONA, FORGERY.
INVESTIGATION AT NEW ORLEANS DISCLOSED HARTLEY SERVED AS PATROL- SAN FOR LAS VEGAS PD AND HUNTINGTON, CALIFORNIA, PD AND SERVED AS PARATROOPER WITH U. S. ARMY, 1941-1945.
HARTLEY SUSPECT IN GOLD SMUGGLING MATTERS, AND INVESTIGATION INDICATES HARTLEY IN THE PAST HAS OPERATED AS "CON MAN" IN ATTEMPTING TO SELL GOLD THAT DID NOT EXIST.
HARTLEY SUSPECT IN GOLD SMUGGLING MATTERS, AND INVESTIGATION INDICATES HARTLEY IN THE PAST HAS OPERATED AS "CON MAN" IN ATTEMPTING TO SELL GOLD THAT DID NOT EXIST.
END PAGE TWO
DB Cooper-24883PAGE THREE
SE 164-81
b6 b7C b6 b7C ADVISED HARTLEY ALWAYS CARRIES .38 CALIBER SNUB-NOSE RE- VOLVER I": BELT AND HAS .22 CALIBER AUTOMATIC PISTOL IN BRIEFCASE AND THEREFORE SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS. FURTHER ADVISED THAT HARTLEY IS NOW BALD BUT FEELS THAT HE SHAVES HIS HEAD. HARTLEY HAS WORKED AS PROSPECTOR AND MINER IN COLORADO AND ARIZONA AND IS DESCRIBED AS OUTDOOR TYPE. ADVISE. SUSPECT HARTLEY CURRENTLY IN RANGELY, COLORADO, OR PUEBLO, COLORADO , BUT ANTICIPATES HARTLEY MAY RETURN TO BERWICK, LOUISIANA, NEXT WEEK.
NEW ORLEANS DIVISION ADVISED IN REFERENCED COMMUNICATION THAT HARTLEY COULD HAVE FENCED NORJAK RANSOM MONEY FOR GOLD WHICH HE IS WOW ATTEMPTING TO MOVE.
DENVER. AT RANGELY AND PUEBLO, COLORADO. DISCREETLY ATTEMPT TO ASCERTAIN HARTLEY'S WHEREABOUTS ON 11/24/71 THROUGH EMPLOYMENT OR OTHER SUITABLE RECORDS.
DISCREETLY ATTEMPT TO ASCERTAIN HARTLEY'S WHEREABOUTS ON 11/24/71 THROUGH EMPLOYMENT OR OTHER SUITABLE RECORDS. FURTHER ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN HARTLEY'S BACKGROUND AND DESCRIPTIVE DATA TO DETERMINE IF HE IS IDENTICAL WITH UNSUB.
LAS VEGAS. AT LAS VEGAS, NEVADA. OBTAIN BACKGROUND INFORMATION AND PHOTOGRAPH OF HARTLEY AND FORWARD SAME TO SEATTLE.
LOS ANGELES. AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA. REVIEW HARTLEY'S 310 PAGE THREE
DB Cooper-24884PAGE FOUR
SE 154-31
ARREST REPORTS AND SET FORTH APPROPRIATE LEADS. OBTAIN AND FORWARD PARK : 1 haube b7C
COPIES OF HARTLEY'S PHOTO TO SEATTLE. IF HUNTINGTON, CALIFORNIA , POLICE DEPARTMENT KNOWN TO LOS ANGELES DIVISION, SET FORTH APPROPRIATE LEADS. (NOTE: THERE IS NO HUNTINGTON, CALIFORNIA, IN U. S. POSTAL GUIDE) .
PHOENIX. AT CHANDLER AND NOGALES, ARIZONA. REVIEW HARTLEY'S ARREST REPORTS AND SET FORTH APPROPRIATE LEADS. OBTAIN AND FORWARD COPIES OF HARTLEY'S PHOTOGRAPH TO SEATTLE.
NEW ORLEANS. AT NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA. FORWARD HARTLEY'S PHOTOGRAPH TO SEATTLE. MAINTAIN CONTACT WITH REGARDING HARTLEY.
AT NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA. FORWARD HARTLEY'S PHOTOGRAPH TO SEATTLE. MAINTAIN CONTACT WITH REGARDING HARTLEY.
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ST. LOIUS. AT ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. WILL OBTAIN A COPY OF HARTLEY'S MILITARY RECORD AND FORWARD SAME TO SEATTLE.
SEATTLE. AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. WILL FORWARD HARTLEY'S PHOTO TO DENVER AND MINNEAPOLIS FOR DISPLAY TO NORJAK WITNESSES ONLY IF HARTLEY CANNOT BE ELIMINATED AS A SUSPECT ANY OTHER WAY. ARME. AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-24885 FD-35 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
1/24/73
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AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
RE:
I HORJAK
00; SEATTLE
Re Seattle teletype to the Bureau dated 1/19/73.
RE SUSPECT ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY
Enclosed for Seattle are tro copies of photograph of suspect taken at time of arrest on 1/3/69, by Los Angeles, California Police Department (LAPD), and two copies of arrest report ( five pages), containing other descriptive data and background information regarding suspect.
arrest on 1/3/69, by Los Angeles, California Police Department (LAPD), and two copies of arrest report ( five pages), containing other descriptive data and background information regarding suspect.
Above documents obtained on 1/9/73, during recent investigation of case captioned "ALVII CURTIS HARTLEY; ITSP; POSSIBLE FBW' (Los Angeles file 87-37.50), and copy of CII . Identification Record obtained at that time contains no reference to LAPD arrest on 3/12/69, as indicated in referenced Seattle teletype,
Los Angeles will follow and contact Huntington Park, California Police Department where suspect reportedly employed as a patrolman in 1948 and check with LAPD to ascertain if suspect arrested by that agency on 3/12/69.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 3
Seattle (Encls, 4) (AM) - Los Angeles (1 - 87-37150)
8 crl /kah NTE COPY
164-497 643 SEARCHED INDIVID Str. ALFRED (L) FILED
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DB Cooper-24886
Approved:
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Special Agent in Charge
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1 -Record Request FD-125 (Rev. 1-3-62)
LARD Birth Credit Criminal Motor Vehicle Death Marriage * :
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LARD Birth Credit Criminal Motor Vehicle Death Marriage * INS
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EXPEDITE
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File number
164-497
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Name and
ant, or entityo's and spouse
ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY

Addresses Residence	LAPP
Heevidence
Business
Former	of His en

RECORD LAPD
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* Date and place of marriage
(if applicable)

Race	Sex	Age	Height	Weight	Hair	Eyes
W	

Male
Female	52	6	175-180	BR	Blu

Birth date
7/02/20
Birthplace
BRULE, WISCONSIN
Exly Photo Furnished earlier ..

Arrest Number: LAPD	Fingerprint classification	Criminal specialty
FBI17963248	215959

Specific information desired ObTAIN COPIES OF ARREST REPORTS and most
Arrest Number: LAPD	Fingerprint classification	Criminal specialty
FBI17963248	215959

Specific information desired ObTAIN COPIES OF ARREST REPORTS and most recent
Results of check
photos of subject who was arrested 1/3/69 by LAPD for smuggling 4 /3/12/19 by LAPD for receiving stolen property, illegal possession and manut or sale of firecinios CAPTIONED is SUSPECT IN HIJACKING CASE-NEED ALL INFO OF LEAD VALUE ASSOCIATES ADDRESSES EFE We have coping of arrestreports for 1/3/69 Potom curso report for bread 3/12/09 Mefait (Use reverse side, If necessary) ******* ochy conformer DB Cooper-24887
* GPO : 1970 0 - 378-425
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Los Angeles Police Departa ARREST REPORT COMBINED CRIME AND ARRESY REPORT
DR # 69-402497
J #
LA # 215957

"CRIME !	VICTIM'S OCCUPATION, DESCENT, AGE	BOOKING NUMBER	LOC. BKD.	DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER	STATE	EVID. BKD?
REPORT INFO ._ 1	AMERICAN EXPRESS Co	940 437	CJD	AH200 727	NEV .
conformer DB Cooper-24887
* GPO : 1970 0 - 378-425
b6Copy to And Ratop
Los Angeles Police Departa ARREST REPORT COMBINED CRIME AND ARRESY REPORT
DR # 69-402497
J #
LA # 215957

"CRIME !	VICTIM'S OCCUPATION, DESCENT, AGE	BOOKING NUMBER	LOC. BKD.	DRIVER'S LICENSE NUMBER	STATE	EVID. BKD?
REPORT INFO ._ 1	AMERICAN EXPRESS Co	940 437	CJD	AH200 727	NEV ..	YES

TYPE OF PREMISES
UNK
TYPE OF OFFENSE
UNK
TOTAL VALUE
DIV. & DETAIL ARREST.
DHQ-SIU
DATE & TIME ARRESTED
1-3-69
1915 hs
DATE & TIME BOOKED
1-3-69 2140

JUV. ONLY INFO.	RESID. 8.0.	PARENTS NOTIFIED BY TIME	LOCATION OF ARREST RPT. DIS. FRANKLIN AVE + HIGHLAND AVE 624	PROB. INV. UNIT DHQ-SIV
PLACE JUV. DETAINED	DIV. OF APPEARANCE DATE/TIME	TYPE CHARGE (section, code and definition) F 211 PC ROBBERY	HOLD ARR. VEH. FOR
BKG. APPROVED BY	DETENT, APPROVED BY	PRINTED?
DHQ-SIU
DATE & TIME ARRESTED
1-3-69
1915 hs
DATE & TIME BOOKED
1-3-69 2140

JUV. ONLY INFO.	RESID. 8.0.	PARENTS NOTIFIED BY TIME	LOCATION OF ARREST RPT. DIS. FRANKLIN AVE + HIGHLAND AVE 624	PROB. INV. UNIT DHQ-SIV
PLACE JUV. DETAINED	DIV. OF APPEARANCE DATE/TIME	TYPE CHARGE (section, code and definition) F 211 PC ROBBERY	HOLD ARR. VEH. FOR
BKG. APPROVED BY	DETENT, APPROVED BY	PRINTED? Y N PHOTOS? Y N	LOCATION CRIME COMMITTED RPT. DIS. FRANKLIN AVE of HighlAND 624	LOC/DISPOSITION OF ARRESTEE'S VEHICLE 1950 CARMEN

BIRTHPLACE (city & state).	SOCIAL SECURITY #	OBSERVABLE PHYSICAL ODDITIES, MARKS EVID. NARC. USE	OCCUPATION/GRADE	EMPLOYER/SCHOOL
BOULE, ALI5.	MINER	SELF

RESIDENCE ADDRESS CITY	CLOTHING WORN
TRANSIENT	Beu plat Swte
MINER	SELF

RESIDENCE ADDRESS CITY	CLOTHING WORN
TRANSIENT	Beu plat Swte -wht shirt - yellow books.
LIST CONNECTING RPTS. BY TYPE & IDENTIFYING NUMBERS EVID SAME DE	COMPLAINTS OR EVIDENCE OF ILLNESS OR INJURY-BY WHOM TREATED NONE
VEHICLE USED Iyear, make, body style, colors, lic. #, 10 marks}	DRIVING VEH. (direction & name of st.) AT OR BETWEEN STREETS
1968 FORD P/U BLU/Wht ARIZ, 568157	W/B FRANKUN HIGHLAND 1

LODE	CODE: Y-VICTIM (FIRM NAME IF-BUSINESS) W-WITNESS NAME	ON JUVENILES ONLY: P-BOTH NATURAL PARENTS G-GUARDIAN ADDRESS CITY PHONE	x
 V	RES.
AMERICAN EXPRESS G.	BUS. DETROIT MICH.
RES.
BUS.
RES.
FORD P/U BLU/Wht ARIZ, 568157	W/B FRANKUN HIGHLAND 1

LODE	CODE: Y-VICTIM (FIRM NAME IF-BUSINESS) W-WITNESS NAME	ON JUVENILES ONLY: P-BOTH NATURAL PARENTS G-GUARDIAN ADDRESS CITY PHONE	x
 V	RES.
AMERICAN EXPRESS G.	BUS. DETROIT MICH.
RES.
BUS.
RES.
BUS.
RES.
BUS.

ADMONITION of RIGHTS
THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT WAS READ TO THE ARRESTEE: "You have the right to remain silent. If you give up the right to remain silent, anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to speak with an attorney and to have the attorney present during questioning. If you so desire and cannot afford one, an attorney will be appointed for you without charac hofera eurostionina"
THIS ADMONITION
If you so desire and cannot afford one, an attorney will be appointed for you without charac hofera eurostionina"
THIS ADMONITION WAS READ TO THE ARRESTEE BY (Name & Serial #);
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CIRCUMSTANCES OF ARREST: 1. SOURCE OF ACTIVITY; 2. OBSERVATION; 3. ARREST; 4. BOOKING. SPECIFIC HEADINGS: 1. EVIDENCE (narcotic addiction 4/258); 2. INJURIES; 3. NOTIFICATIONS; 4. AGGRAVATED CIRCUMSTANCES; 5. ADDITIONAL (reason Juvenile detained, etc.): SOURCE OF ACTIVITY: OFFS, Assigned to special Detail in Hollywood AREA,
OBSERVATIONS
0 OBS, ARRESTER W/B ON FRANKLIN IN ABOVE VEH ARRESTER FAILED TO STOP FOR RED TRI LIGHT SIG. 1/5 OF FRANKLIN + WILCOX, ARRESTER CONTINUES W/B OFFS, OBS, THAT VEH HAD OUT OF STATE PLATE WI TOP OF PLATE BENT DOWN PARTIALLY COVERING
If additional space Is needed use Continuation Sheet, Form 15.9
SUPERVISOR
SERIAL NO.
SERIAL NO(S).
VACATION DATE(S)
DIVISION-DETAIL
DIQ - SIV
TO DE COMPLETED OT INVESTIGATOR
COMMENTS OF INVESTIGATOR-INCLUDE WHEN REFERRED, NAME OF AGENCY AND PERSON ACCEPTING REFERRAL.
ARREST REPORT DISPOSITION REFERRALS- TRANSFERS PFI Probalion Juvealle
ARREST REPORT DISPOSITION REFERRALS- TRANSFERS PFI Probalion Juvealle traffic (misd.)
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Counseled & Rel.
Action susp.	 Proved/adult	 Exon .- Innocent
 Exon,-Insuf. evid.	 Social agency	2350



CYA
Other law enf, agency
Other
INVESTIGATING OFCR.	SERIAL NO.	ADULT PRESENT AT INTERVIEW	SUPERVISOR APPROVING SERIAL NO.	DIV/CLERK
DB Cooper-24888	13.69

Form 5.2-Rev. May 1968
ARREST DEDADT
-

EYES	HEIGHT	WEIGHT	BIRTHDATE	AGE
BLU	6-0	196	7-27-20	48

TYPE OF PROPERTY
MONEY ORDERS
ARRESTEE'S NAME (fast, first, middle)
HARTLEY, ALVIN CURTIS
SEX
DESCENT
HAIR
M CALL BRN
TYPE OF PROPERTY
MONEY ORDERS
ARRESTEE'S NAME (fast, first, middle)
HARTLEY, ALVIN CURTIS
SEX
DESCENT
HAIR
M CALL BRN
AKA/NICKNAMELos Angeles Police Department
CONTINUATION SHEE

ITEM NO.	QUAN.	PAGE NO. 2	TYPE OF REPORT ARREST.	BOOKING NO. 940 437	OR	NO. 69- 402497
SERIAL NUMBERS
NUMERALS. OFFS WERE AWARE OF A VEH,
MATCHING THE	GENERAL DESCIOF ARR
VEH, BEING WANTED IN CONNECTION
W/ A ROBBERY IN WILS. DIV
UNDER DE 68-634115.

ARREST
ARREST	· OFFS, STOPPED VEH ABOVE LOS
COMMANDER ARR	TO DISMOUNT. WHILE
DISMOUNTING ARR, REACHED FOR	HIS
Lt REAR pocket, WHILE SEARCHING
ARB., OFF'S FOUND A LOADED. 38
CAL CHROME PLATED DERRINGER, IN
HIS it REAR POCKET, Also 72
AMERICAN EXPRESS MONEY ORDERS
TOTALING $ 6930.
72
AMERICAN EXPRESS MONEY ORDERS
TOTALING $ 6930.00 IN HIS Rt REAR
POCKET. OFES ALSO FOUND A LEATHER
Ammo POUCHE CONTAINING 8 38	CML
Ammo in ARA. Lt. SHIRT POCKET.
SUSP PLACED UNDER ARR ABOVE	CHARGE
BOOKING.	ARR. BOOKED AS ABOVE CID. 4

EVID.	AFTER ARR,, OFIS SEARCHED ARAS/EH #
AND FOUND, THE FOLLOWING : +38
AFTER ARR,, OFIS SEARCHED ARAS/EH #
AND FOUND, THE FOLLOWING : +38 CAL
STW 2" IN SHOULDER HOLSTER, 8 1/2
SAP, POCKET KNIFE 4" BLADE, ATTACHE
CASE CONTAINING NUMEROUS PAPERS
INCLUDING SEVERAL VERIFAX COPIES
OF PANAMANIAN GOLD CERTIFICATE
$700-IN AMOUNT OF $35,00000 PANAMANIAN
GOLD CERTIFICATE IN AMOUNT OF $35,000RAND
LIST DE SERIAL NUMBERS DE MONEY
AMOUNT OF $35,00000 PANAMANIAN
GOLD CERTIFICATE IN AMOUNT OF $35,000RAND
LIST DE SERIAL NUMBERS DE MONEY
ORDERS,

ADDITIONAL . AFTER BEING ADVISED OF HIS RIGHTS, AND
WAVING HIS RIGHT	TOREMAIN SILENT	AND
BEING REPRESENTED BY COUNCIL ARR
STATED THAT HE HAD OSTAINED THE
DB	Cooper-24889 MONEY ORDERS FROM

Form 15,9 (Rev, July '65)
CONTINUATION SHEET
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CONTINUATION SHEET
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DER NO.	QUAN.	PAGE NO. 3	TYPE OF REPORT ARREST	BOOKING NO.
'65)
CONTINUATION SHEET
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CONTINUATION SHEET
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DER NO.	QUAN.	PAGE NO. 3	TYPE OF REPORT ARREST	BOOKING NO. 940437	DR	NO. 69-402497
SERIAL NUMBERS
WHO	(A)	b6
THE NORWALK AREA

ALL ABOVE ITEMS BOOKED	AS EUD.
PROPERTY DIV ,
td>
ARRESTING 1

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DB Cooper-24890

Form 15.9 (Rev. July '65)
CONTINUATION SHEETON MISDEMEANOR RELEASES, FILL IN ONLY BOXES MARKED WITH *
Los Angeles Police Departmer" INVESTIGATOR'S FINAL R RT
* BOOKING NUMBER
940437
+ OR NUMBER
July '65)
CONTINUATION SHEETON MISDEMEANOR RELEASES, FILL IN ONLY BOXES MARKED WITH *
Los Angeles Police Departmer" INVESTIGATOR'S FINAL R RT
* BOOKING NUMBER
940437
+ OR NUMBER 64-40342
* NAME OF ARRESTEE (Last, First, Middle]
* CHARGE
Hartley, ALVIN CURTIS 2118C (KERBERY) 1-5-69 93/1 215957
DATE AND TIME ARRESTED
"
ALIAS OR MONIKER
ACNE
OCCUPATICN
WHERE EMPLOYED (Name & Address) OR RELIEF AGENCY (Location)
SELF Employed-SurveON ARIZ.
BPA RELIEF NO.
-
UNION & LOCAL NO. ARMED RESISTED AT TIME OF ARREST
- SINGLE DIVORCED
CITY -STATE - YEAR MARRIED
MARRIED SEPARATED LAS VEGAS 54
CREDIT REFERENCES (Name and Location) UNDER CALIF BANK NAYWORD CALIF.
: (1) NAMES OF RELATIVES AND ASSOCIATES. (2) GENERAL INFORMATION; HANGOUTS, OTHER OCCUPATIONS. FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS, SCHOOLS ATTENDED, CITIES AND ADDRESSES RESICED, CHRONIC ILLNESSES AND SOURCE OF TREATMENT; OTHER CRIMINAL, CHARACTER AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION, (3) CIRCUMSTANCES OF ARREST: HOW CRIME PLANNED AND CARRIED OUT: METHOD USED IN DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY, ETC.
FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS, SCHOOLS ATTENDED, CITIES AND ADDRESSES RESICED, CHRONIC ILLNESSES AND SOURCE OF TREATMENT; OTHER CRIMINAL, CHARACTER AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION, (3) CIRCUMSTANCES OF ARREST: HOW CRIME PLANNED AND CARRIED OUT: METHOD USED IN DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY, ETC.
CODE: S.SPOUSE P.PARENT C-CHILD B-BROTHER T-SISTER R-OTHER RELATIVE F-FRIEND A-ACCOMPLICE G-COMMON LAW SPOUSE.
RAMEŞ OF RELATIVES AND ASSOCIATES
CODE
HARTLEY ENEL
(P)
DECEASED.
RESIDENCE ADDRESS
PHONE OR LA NUMBER OF A. [ BUSINESS OR C'S SCHOOL - NAME OR ADDRESS
(P) TUSCON ARIZ
RUSTON
ST MARYS HOSPITON
2) TORRANCE, CALIF. UNK.
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BORN IN BRULE, Wise , 7-27-20. ComPLETed 12th GRADE AT PROCTOR High, PROCTOR, Minn. (GED) N'ONT INTO SERVICE (USA) 1941 FOR 4hyR'S.
Hmm. dis, IN 1945, CAME TO CALIF APPROX. 1945. Weneed A Hacer, Pipe in South GATE. Joined HUNT.TR. P.D .- 1948. WORKED LAS VEGAS PDI -1954-1960, THEN WENT TO MERCURY NEU. FIR REYNALES ELEC. (1964) . NEXT TO SEARCHLITE NEU.
FR AMATO MiniNy. (1965), SELF Employed mining Since there.
M/O SUSP ADRESTED IN POSSESSION OF 2-REVOLVERS LISAP +RTICOIN STOKEN AMERICAN EXPRESS M/O.
(1965), SELF Employed mining Since there.
M/O SUSP ADRESTED IN POSSESSION OF 2-REVOLVERS LISAP +RTICOIN STOKEN AMERICAN EXPRESS M/O. IF ADDITIONAL SPACE IS REQUIRED, USE ADDITIONAL INVESTIGATOR'S FINAL REPORT, FORM 5.10
Evidence Booked? YES NO
RELEASE TO ARRESTEE HOLD --- REASON:
IF OTHER DISPOSITION OF EVIDENCE BOOKED TO THIS ARRESTEE, COMPLETED PROPERTY DISPO CARD, FORM 10.6 ATTACHED
* PRISONER DETAINED AT: CENTRAL VAIL-
RELEASE INFORMATION FROM CUSTODY FROM ORIGINAL CHARGE TO OTHER AGENCY
AGENCY RELEASED TO:

* ARREST DISPOSITION	COMPLAINT FILED - CHARGES AND COUNTS Ker 446Pc let 12020Pe CTS 12025 Pc
	FELONY COMPLAINT FILED
	D. A. REJECT (ATTACH)	* LIST UNSERVED WARRANTS
	MISD. COMPLAINT FILED
	C. A. REJECT
	849BI PC (DETENTION ONLY)
:
INFORMATION FROM CUSTODY FROM ORIGINAL CHARGE TO OTHER AGENCY
AGENCY RELEASED TO:

* ARREST DISPOSITION	COMPLAINT FILED - CHARGES AND COUNTS Ker 446Pc let 12020Pe CTS 12025 Pc
	FELONY COMPLAINT FILED
	D. A. REJECT (ATTACH)	* LIST UNSERVED WARRANTS
	MISD. COMPLAINT FILED
	C. A. REJECT
	849BI PC (DETENTION ONLY)
	825 PC (48 HOUR REL.)	* EXPLAIN ACTION TAKEN
	UNRELATED FEL/WARR. SERVED
	UNRELATED MISO./WARR. SERVED
	OTHER (EXPLAIN)

& Serlal Nos.)
DIVISION
EWATKINS 10066 DAYS STU
DATE OF REPORT
1-17-64
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* AUTHORITY REC'D BY Waller's Sign, & Ser. No.)	* DATE AND TIME AUTHORIZATION RECEIVED
DB
)
DIVISION
EWATKINS 10066 DAYS STU
DATE OF REPORT
1-17-64
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* AUTHORITY REC'D BY Waller's Sign, & Ser. No.)	* DATE AND TIME AUTHORIZATION RECEIVED
DB Cooper-24891

FORM 5.JU (Rev. Dec. 1965)
INVESTIGATOR'S FINAL REPORT
L.A. NUMBER
VEHICLE: YEAR, MAKE, 80DY TYPE, COLOR, LICENSE NUMBER AND OTHER ID CHARACTERISTICS
68 FORD DIO 210/WHITE ARTE 568157 
USES OWK. Federal Bureau of Investigation U.S. Department of Justice 11000 Wilshire Blvd. W. Los Angeles, Calif.
Gertlemen:
For several reasons I suspect that "D. B. Cooper" is really one of Hollywood. Among others :
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1. He strongly resembles the artists sketch shown on T.V.
2. He was in a paratrooper unit while in military service some years back. ,
3. He was out of the city when the event took place.
4. He visits the Northern California area.
My motivation is civic duty, and I hope that this is not a false lead. I would have come forward sooner, but my suspicion only recently took on conviction.
My motivation is civic duty, and I hope that this is not a false lead. I would have come forward sooner, but my suspicion only recently took on conviction. I regret that, for personal security reasons I must, for the time being rerain anony- mous.
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164-497-649
SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIALIZED LAFILED.
F.
FBI-LOS ANGELES
Cel
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DB Cooper-24892
7ANGELES, C SOi PM
25 JAR 1973
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 11000 WILSHIRE BLVD. WEST LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA
DB Cooper-24893 FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 2/6/73
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Via	AIRTEL	AIR MAIL.

(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
RE:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Seattle teletype dated 1/19/73, and Los Angeles airtel dated 1/24/73.
RE: Suspect ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY
On 2/5/73, Chief of Police FERITG, Huntington Park Police Department (HPPD), Huntington Park, California, who has served with that department for 32 years, advised he personally recalls AL HUNTLEY, who was hired
RE: Suspect ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY
On 2/5/73, Chief of Police FERITG, Huntington Park Police Department (HPPD), Huntington Park, California, who has served with that department for 32 years, advised he personally recalls AL HUNTLEY, who was hired as a patrolman on 4/3/50 and resigned without giving notice on 9/8/51.
Chief FERTIG added that HARTLEY served in the Patrol. Division while he, FERTIG, was a lieutenant in the Patrol Division. He described HARTILLY as completely unsuitable for police work. HARTLEY constantly talked about T 'making it big" and once, a few years after HARTLEY left the HPPD, FERTIG met him in Las Vegas. At that time he recalls HARTLEY was "bum rapping" the Las Vegas Police Department with whom he had taken a job as an officer after leaving Hantington Park. He recalls HARTLEY made some remarks about going to Cuba and having some connection with GEORGE RAFT in gambling. He could recall no specifics and did not know if HARTLEY actually had gone to Cuba or was involved with GEORGE RAFT. 2 - Seattle (AM) 2)- Los Angeles
CHI CONY
crs./h&h. (4)
EL
1
1611 442 WAS HER SYD
IZED
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M Per indeling ?
2 - Seattle (AM) 2)- Los Angeles
CHI CONY
crs./h&h. (4)
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1611 442 WAS HER SYD
IZED
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Approved: Sent
M Per indeling ?
Special Agent in Charge
DB Cooper-24894
G1-0 : 1070 O 402-73.LA 164-497
He has not seen PARTLEY since the mid 1950's and knows nothing of his recent activities. He recalls when HARTLEY left Huntington Park for Las Vegas he He recalled
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a few years after HARTLEY left, but did not
know
Records of the Los Angeles, California Police Department were caused to be reviewed and no arrest for HARTLEY could be located in addition to the arrest on 1/3/69, which information was furnished to Seattle in referenced Los Angeles airtel dated 1/24/73.
Chief FERTIG advised he was unaware of any flying or parachuting experience on the part of HARTLEY.
No further investigation is being conducted regarding HARTLEY at Los Angeles, UAC Seattle.
UNSUB SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-24895
- 2 ~OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY .1442 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
2/6/73
FROM
:
SUBJECT: Jag
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
2/6/73
FROM
:
SUBJECT: Jag
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
for the information of Seattle, Torrance, California, advised on 12/7/72, he recently saw an artist's conception of D. B. COOPER and believed it to be a good likeness of He advised at Hughes
previously worked with him Aircraft, El Segundo, California.
advised
came to work with
claimed he had fallen down.
for
On 12/27/72, Hughes Aircraft Company, El Segundo, California, caused the records of that agency to be reviewed and these records failed to reveal was absent from work on 11/23/72, a
regular work day. advised that was on
He stated this record indicates treatment as a result of incidents at work. On one occasion he was taken to the clinic after
received medical
His record indicated he
stated and voluntarily left the company on a similar position in Orange County, California. 2 - Seattle 2 - Los Angeles cre /kah (4)0 :
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Records indicated he came to Hughes Aircraft after graduation from Willoughby, Ohio, in 1969.
born
He was described as a male, 5'li", 170 pounds, He attended in
Ohio and
Ohio. He served in the U.S. Army inAlaska from Army Serial Number
On 12/27/72, was interviewed at his residence. The most recent artist's conception appearing in the December issue of the FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin Was exhibited to him. He stated this sketch definitely did not resemble He added he call the FBI regarding over one year after the hijacking after being encouraged to do so by some social acquaintances after he mentioned to them that looked similar to the hijacker. He does not recall specifically when he observed and is not certain whether this was before or after the hijacking. He did not believe Was capable of this crime as he and other employees knew and he never knew to be a
He did not believe Was capable of this crime as he and other employees knew and he never knew to be a
with him to
parachutist or pilot. He advised under no circumstances would be judged over 30 years of age, was fair complected and recalls he was a non-smoker.
In view of the above, does not appear to warrant further consideration as a suspect at this time and no further investigation is being conducted regarding UAC by Seattle.
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC,/LOS ANGELES (164-497) DATE: 2/8/73
FROM : ga
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: Seattle
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Enclosed for the Los Angeles Division is one copy of California Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (CII) record for
was suggested as a suspect by CII, Sacramento, because
(164-497) DATE: 2/8/73
FROM : ga
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: Seattle
1
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Enclosed for the Los Angeles Division is one copy of California Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (CII) record for
was suggested as a suspect by CII, Sacramento, because he bears a strong resemblance to unsub's artists composit. date of birth is and he was a former in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office. was
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LEADS:
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AT LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA:
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Date:
2/13/73
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Via
AERTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority or Method of Mailing)
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) FROM: SAC, DENVER (164-98) NORJAK 00: Seattle
Re Miami teletype to New Orleans, 1/9/73; Seattle teletype to Bureau, 1/19/73.
AIRMAIL
(Priority or Method of Mailing)
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) FROM: SAC, DENVER (164-98) NORJAK 00: Seattle
Re Miami teletype to New Orleans, 1/9/73; Seattle teletype to Bureau, 1/19/73.
RE: SUSPECT ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY X7 37150 × 16-177.1) X
All offices note that suspect HARTLEY is possibly identical with case captioned, "ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY; ITSP; POSSIBLE FBW," 00: New Orleans.
1
Investigation at Grand Junction, Colorado, on 2/7/73 tentatively identified HARTLEY from photograph as being identical with one TED ROBINSON, who registered at Bar X Motel, Grand Junction, Colorado, 10/11/72. departed suddenly 10/18/72, leaving wopaid $200 bill.
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MARTLEY alro tentatively identified by one Gale Hrerion Colocado, as individual with whom
and
allegedly has
voor wedding wich HARTLEY since that time.
Iiy vigation at Grand Junction, Colorado, determined rented and subsequently abandoned a Budget Rent- have is Walker Field Airport, Grand Junction, which car had been deswan sopr wimstoly 2,067 miles between rental and abandonment und senkal chacess outstanding. This vehicle bore Colorado 1972 Licence and this came license number appeared on Bar X Motol xucincration card under name of TED ROBINSON.
Records, Ramada Inn, Grand Junction, disclose HARTLEY registered that motol 8/3/72, under true name A. C. HARTLEY, Listing residence 2444 Fourteenth Street, Tucson, Arizona, driving Chevrolet vehicle with Arizona license CH 0002 and HARTLEY departod Ramada Inn 8/6/72 without paying bill.
Foxogning information being furnished all interested offices regarding probability that TED ROBINSON is alias of A. C. HARLEY.
Physical evidence obtained in connection with foregoing information being forwarded FBI Lab under
Physical evidence obtained in connection with foregoing information being forwarded FBI Lab under separate communication.
UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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TO
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
DATE: 1/12/73
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
Re memo SA concerning captioned subject dated 1/5/73 indicating that one Los Angeles, telephone telephonically had contacted the Los Angeles Division and had advised that he had observed KABC - Radio newspaper ads containing photographs of and was of opinion that these photographs of bore resemblance to composite of NORJACK suspect. noted that he had never seen in person.
Los Angeles, California, advised on 1/9/73 that she is well acquainted with and sees on regular occasion in connection with the routine business affairs of this bears no composite of NORJACK suspect. She advised that resemblance to this composite.
Los Angeles, California, advised on 1/9/73 that she is well acquainted with and sees on regular occasion in connection with the routine business affairs of this bears no composite of NORJACK suspect. She advised that resemblance to this composite. viewed said that
is a respected and is a substantial individual. He has been a regular employee for some time said she is not good at descriptive data. She said is about forty years of age, 6'2" tall, dark hair, with a full face. furnished copy of photograph of which is appearing on variety of billboards in the Los Angeles area in connection with publicity.
For information.
(1) RMW /rmw
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
2/21/73
FROM
:
El
CURT
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497:) (P).
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE: Suspect VERNE A. JACKSON
On 1.
8 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
2/21/73
FROM
:
El
CURT
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497:) (P).
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE: Suspect VERNE A. JACKSON
On 1.2/12/72, Bank of America, 4680 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, California, advised she noted a resemblance between VERNE A. JACKSON, a customer at the bank, and the artist's conception of D. B. COOPER. She notified Loss Investigations Division of the Bank of America on 11/24/72, when had opened an account with at the bank. At that time information was furnished to the Los Angeles Office of the FBI, along with serial numbers of the bills in possession of the
,
On 12/13/72, Bank of America, 555 South Flower, Los Angeles, California, advised he has caused the serial numbers of the bills to be checked against bills known to have been stolen in bank robberies and other crimes and no identification was effected.
was of the opinion over reacts to matters of this type. He stated on 12/12/72, again contacted him advising that VERNE A. JACKSON had been at the bank on that date to withdraw of their money from the bank and she believed he resembled the artist's conception of the skyjacker.
JACKSON had been at the bank on that date to withdraw of their money from the bank and she believed he resembled the artist's conception of the skyjacker.
On :. /3/73,
Bank of America, Marina del Rey, California, advised she has observed both and VERNE A. JACKSON on two or three occasions, the last being on 12/12/72,
observed the artist's
conception and advised she notes no similarities between VERNE
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JACKSON and this artist's conception. She described VERNE JACKSON as a white male, 50 years of age, 6', 160 to 180 pounds, black hair, graying at temples, slight build, very white, pale complexion, and definitely not Latin in. appearance.
On 2/7/73
,
advised VERNE A. JACKSON, had a severe stroke in March 1971, and has been a semi-invalid since that time. She said VERNE JACKSON had died in January 1973 and his condition in November 1971, was such that it would have been impossible for him to have been involved in any
She said VERNE JACKSON had died in January 1973 and his condition in November 1971, was such that it would have been impossible for him to have been involved in any type of strenuous activity.
displayed a photograph of taken shortly prior to his death and this photograph was not noted to closely resemble the artist's conception of unknown subject.
In view of the above, it does not appear VERNE JACKSON should be considered a logical suspect in this matter and no further investigation is being conducted at Los Angeles, inless advised to the contrary by Seattle.
UNSJB ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-24906
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
2/20/73
FROM
:
El LES
SAC, LOS ANGELES' (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE:
Enclosed for Seattle is one photograph of
For the information of Seattle, on 1/5/73, Los Angeles, California, advised he felt there was a strong resemblance between and the artist's conception of the unknown subject in this matter.
one photograph of
For the information of Seattle, on 1/5/73, Los Angeles, California, advised he felt there was a strong resemblance between and the artist's conception of the unknown subject in this matter.
He advised works for and has seen picture in newspapers and on billboards. He does not know nor has he ever met him personally,
On 1/9/73.
Los Angeles, advised
she is well acquainted with She advised she sees with routine business affairs of She advised
regularly in connection
does not, in her opinion, bear any resemblance to the composite drawing.
She added that is a respected and a substantial individual. He has been a regular employee for a number of years. She described him as about 40 years of age, 6'2", dark hair and a full face. She furnished a copy of a photograph of currently appearing on billboards in connection with publicity.
Los Angeles files indicate
has conservative
political leanings
- Seattle (Encl. 1) (AM) 2) - Los Angeles ers/kah (4) 6
OFFICE
DB Cooper-24907
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the First Unitarian Church of Los Angeles : as active in the John Birch Society, along with actor JAMES STEWART. He appears to be somewhat of a controversial figure due to his political beliefs.
The original complainant in this matter has never personally observed or met apparently a
reputable and respected who's photograph has been displayed widely. A person who knows and deals with him regularly does not note any resemblance between and the composite of the unknown subject.
In view of the above, does not appear to warrant further consideration as a logical suspect at this ti e and unless advised to the contrary by Seattle, no further investigation is being conducted at Los Angeles.
UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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FBI
Date:
2/22/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plain text or code)
Vía
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority or Method of Mailing)
TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI
12-13-56)
FBI
Date:
2/22/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plain text or code)
Vía
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority or Method of Mailing)
TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, DENVER (164-98)
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY
ITSP; POSSIBLE FBW
00: New Orleans
Re Denver airtel to Bureau, 2/21/73, and copies to designated offices, except Seattle.
Subsequent to the submission of reairtel, it was determined that copies were inadvertently not designated Seattle, who is origin in the NORJAK case.
Enclosed for Seattle are 2 copies of Denver airtel to Bureau, 2/21/73.
Any future investigation conducted concerning HARTLEY as a suspect in the NORJAK case should include auxiliary offices furnishing results of such investigation to Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Q
2 - Bureau (RM) 2 - Albuquerque (RM) 2 .- Butte (RM) - Las Vegas (RM) (164-60) " Los Angeles (RM) (164-497) - New Orleans (164-36) (RM) 2 - Phoenix (164-100) (RM) 2 - St. Louis (RM) (164-73) 2 - Salt Lake City (RM) (164-24) 2 - Seattle (Encs. 2) (164-81) (RM) 4 - Denver (2- 164-98) (2- 87-15972
RBR/cas (24)
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SEARCHED SERIALIZED_ FILEDA JAN 2 6 1978
INDEXEDA
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2) (164-81) (RM) 4 - Denver (2- 164-98) (2- 87-15972
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The following agencies were contacted at which time their records indicated no information identical with ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY as having a at their firm:
The above furnished information from their files on a confidential basis.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
2/7/73
1.
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HAUTEY, street address 2444 North 14th Street, Tuscon, Arizona, had registered in at the Ramada Inn on August 3, 1972, at 3:29 p.m., and had left August 6, 1972, owing $101.14, which has not been paid to this date.
HAUTEY had listed his firm name as Kanaha Exploration and Development (No city provided). HAUTEY had in his possession a Chevrolet, bearing Arizona License CH0002.
disclosed that HAUTEY had also used the El Rancho Motel, 730 Highway #50, Grand Junction, Colorado.
observed the photograph displayed of ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY and disclosed that HARTLEY looked familiar, however, she could not definitely verify that the person pictured was the one registered on Bill #87056, as A. E., what appears to be HAUTEY.
provided registration slip #87056, as evidence in this matter.
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Interviewed on
2/2/73
Grand Junction, Colorado
File #
Denver 87-15972
by SA
:CW
Dale dictated
2/5/73
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the F81 and is loaned to your agency; it and ils contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
It is the property of the F81 and is loaned to your agency; it and ils contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24911
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Date of transcription,
2/7/73
1.
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disclosed that ROBINSON was checked into the motel by
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resident address
Grand Junction. Colorado. also disclosed
that
number
would also recall ROBINSON. telephone
164-450-657
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interviewed on 2/2/73 at Grand Junction,
telephone
164-450-657
SEARCHED ANDEXED SERIALIZED FILED FEB 2 6 1973 FBI - LOS ANGELES
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interviewed on 2/2/73 at Grand Junction, Colorado Elle Denver 87-15972-
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this document contains neither recommendallons nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and ils contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24912FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
1.
Date of transcription
2/7/73
Budget Rent-A-Car, Walkerfield Airport, Grand Junction, Colorado, disclosed from her records that contract had been issued October 7. 1972, to resident address Grand Junction, Colorado, on a Galaxy Ford, Budget Rent-A-Car bearing 1972 Colorado License
The amount of was paid as a deposit on the rental of the vehicle, and Colorado Drivers License was presented as identification by at the time of renting the vehicle.
of the Rent-A-Car
disclosed that the vehicle was left by at the airport and to her recollection, at the time of leaving the vehicle, however Agency in Grand Junction, Colorado, would have complete information
Rent-A-Car
disclosed that the vehicle was left by at the airport and to her recollection, at the time of leaving the vehicle, however Agency in Grand Junction, Colorado, would have complete information concerning this matter.
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CW
Dote dictated
2/5/73
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. Il is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24913
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1.
Date af transcription
2/7/73
Budget Rent-A-Car Agency, Walkerfield Airport, Grand Junction, Colorado, disclosed that had rented a Ford Galaxy and had taken the vehicle on two trips to Salt Lake City, Utah. had returned the vehicle to the Budget Rent-A-Car Firm, Walkerfield Airport, Grand Junction, Colorado, and at the time had placed the vehicle in such a position, that it needed to be immediately moved. Therefore, prior to completely calculating the monies due to the Budget Rent-A-Car system, had gone out to move the
Therefore, prior to completely calculating the monies due to the Budget Rent-A-Car system, had gone out to move the vehicle to properly park it. In the meantime, had disclosed that "her manager would come by and settle the account". She then hurriedly left the airport and to this date has
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GELES
Iges 87 15972
Interviewed on 2/2/73 at Grand Junction Colorado
by SA
CW
Date dictated
2/5/73
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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 ils contents are not to be distribuled outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24914FO-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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explained that at the time the vehicle
was left, had left the vehicle, stating that her manager would be in to immediately settle the account. She then immediately left the airport.
disclosed that the person picking up at the airport on the evening in which she left the Rent-A-Car vehicle was TED ROBINSON of Fairplay, Colorado, and that he had in his possession a brown Chevrolet Impala, Colorado License TL7762.
disclosed that
had placed upon the Ford Galaxy 2,067 miles and that outstanding charges against the vehicle were
stated that Colorado License TL7762, was ascertained to be registered to TED ROBINSON of Fairplay, Colorado, and that he was reportedly employed by Kanaha Development Corporation, which was a fictitious firn.
that Colorado License TL7762, was ascertained to be registered to TED ROBINSON of Fairplay, Colorado, and that he was reportedly employed by Kanaha Development Corporation, which was a fictitious firn.
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. it is the property of the F81 ond is loaned lo your agency; il ond ils contents are not lo be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24915FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Dale of transcription 2/14/73
i Ramada Inn,
Grand Junction, Colorado, provided from her records the following room charge slips for room 174 in the name of HARTLEY as follows :

Slip	number 43510,	dated	August	3, 1972;
"	R43748,	dated August 4,	1972;
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Inn,
Grand Junction, Colorado, provided from her records the following room charge slips for room 174 in the name of HARTLEY as follows :

Slip	number 43510,	dated	August	3, 1972;
"	R43748,	dated August 4,	1972;
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provided the following long distance telephone report charge slips for room 174 in the name of HARTLEY:

SLIP NUMBER	DATE	MINUTES	PLACE	TELEPHONE NO.
04656	8/5/72	13	Yerington,	Nev.
04663	5	Tucson,	Arizona
04664	--	1	Glenwood
Colorado	Springs
04688	8/6/72	5	Boulder	City, Ne
04676	8/5/72	3	Tucson,
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provided the following long distance telephone report charge slips for room 174 in the name of HARTLEY:

SLIP NUMBER	DATE	MINUTES	PLACE	TELEPHONE NO.
04656	8/5/72	13	Yerington,	Nev.
04663	5	Tucson,	Arizona
04664	--	1	Glenwood
Colorado	Springs
04688	8/6/72	5	Boulder	City, Ne
04676	8/5/72	3	Tucson,	Arizona
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disclosed that the telephone charge slips were in the name of HARTLEY; however, upon viewing the handwriting on the signatures on the above restaurant charge slips, it appeared the name was spelled HAUTEY.
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File #
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned lo your agency: it ond ils contents are . not lo be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-24916
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcriplion
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Motel, Grand Junction, Colorado, viewed the photograph of HARTLEY and disclosed that the person occupying Room #42, known as TED ROBINSON during September and October, 1972, looked similar, however could not positively state that the person's picture was identical to TED ROBINSON. disclosed she had cleaned the room belonging to ROBINSON one or two times and at one time, ROBINSON had a woman in the room. The woman was described as "tough looking", and at first glance; 
ascertained the woman to be a man. The room was described as cluttered, however, no guns or open luggage was ever observed by
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explained that ROBINSON had had a lot of luggage in his room which consisted of two foot lockers and several trunks. ROBINSON stated at one time that he was going to take some of the luggage to Delta, or Montrose, Colorado, where he had a sister who was to receive the luggage.
ROBINSON stated at one time that he was going to take some of the luggage to Delta, or Montrose, Colorado, where he had a sister who was to receive the luggage. At one time, ROBINSON had spilled an unknown substance on the carpet, causing a stain, and when asked, he had stated the substance to have been nitric acid. ROBINSON had offered no explanation as to why he had nitric acid in the motel room. ROBINSON had talked mainly to one of the girls who was employed at the Bar-X Motel, and who recently has quit and moved to the State of Montana, place unknown. stated she could disclose no further information in this matter concerning ROBINSON.
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voluntarily appeared at the office of the Grand Junction Resident . Agency, Grand Junction, Colorado, and disclosed as follows:
On Sunday, February 11, 1973, at Grand Junction,
Colorado, had seen A. C. HARTLEY in a 1972 Ford pickup bearing unknown Texas License Plates in the vicinity of the Redlands, Grand Junction, Colorado. The vehicle was pea green in color.
disclosed that he believes he is still being followed and based this upon the fact that he had seen on the weekend of February 10, 1973, through February 5, 1973. the greenish blue pickup drive through the parking lot, where he is currently residing at approximately 4:00 p.m. in the morning and immediately exiting the parking lot after what appeared to be verifying that Chevrolet pickup was at the motel. further explained that rumor has come to him that has been in Rangely, Colorado, during the last week with A.
further explained that rumor has come to him that has been in Rangely, Colorado, during the last week with A. E. HARTLEY, and that on Friday evening of February 9, 1973, he had been placed in jail at the Mesa County Sheriff's Office for appearing at his home Grand Junction, Colorado, which is presently occupied by
disclosed that it is a mystery to him
where obtains her money for living expenses and for attending school at Mesa Junior College, inasmuch as she is a and has not been
employed for the past four or five years.
disclosed he had heard was driving a new automobile, make and license unknown, and that she had obtained no vehicle by virtue inasmuch as both vehicle previously owned by bank of Aspen, Aspen, Colorado.
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explained that in the Grand Junction area, and described his as being the
has
at one time referred to the name of however, could not recall whether this was used in reference to HARTLEY, or how had brought the name up in conversation. had said at one time he had met HARTLEY for the first time in July, at Grand Junction;
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had been lying about his Nevada, so that he knew previous acquaintanceship with HARTLEY. travels frequently to Buena Vista, Colorado, and had approached to travel with him to Buena Vista, Colorado, for the weekend of February 10, 1973, to February 12, 1973, however, stated he could not travel long distances and had therefore refused offer.
stated that he had had coffee with this morning. February 12, 1972, and he had not mentioned that
however, had stated, "If you would have gone with me, you wouldn't have gotten explained that the only way
February 12, 1972, and he had not mentioned that
however, had stated, "If you would have gone with me, you wouldn't have gotten explained that the only way would have known
he had was through or
HARTLEY, and that he therefore believed was definitely connected with HARTLEY on any type of
the Grand Junction area.
also noted that of Rangely Colorado, had left his wife and that she is presently residing in Artsia, Colorado, which is just north of Rangely, Colorado. was approached by during the summer of 1972, in regards to being employed as a which he subsequently refused.
disclosed that he could provide at this time no further information concerning HARTLEY, but would definitely provide any information upon receipt of such.
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Bar-X
Motel, Grand Junction, Colorado, observed photograph of HARTLEY and stated the person pictured there was identical to the person known as TED ROBINSON, who had occupied Room #42, in September, 1972, and who subsequently moved
Bar-X
Motel, Grand Junction, Colorado, observed photograph of HARTLEY and stated the person pictured there was identical to the person known as TED ROBINSON, who had occupied Room #42, in September, 1972, and who subsequently moved to Room #24.
stated that he had talked at length with ROBINSON and had helped him move several of the foot lockers and trunks from Room #42, to Room #24. ROBINSON had alleged that his four-wheel drive vehicle had broken down and was at Isenhower Dodge, Grand Junction, Colorado, being repaired.
disclosed that the luggage was all clothing, however, he had seen that ROBINSON had lots of pots and pans and dishes. Also in the possession of ROBINSON was two metal tool boxes, approximately 2% feet long and about 12 inches wide and six inches deep, which were very heavy.
ROBINSON had alleged the luggage consisted of home appliances, as well as personal luggage, and that he had asked to help sort the luggage as they placed it in Room #24, inasmuch as he did not wish to get the luggage mixed up again as he was going to have to take some of the luggage to his sister, who resided in Montrose, Colorado.
appliances, as well as personal luggage, and that he had asked to help sort the luggage as they placed it in Room #24, inasmuch as he did not wish to get the luggage mixed up again as he was going to have to take some of the luggage to his sister, who resided in Montrose, Colorado.
explained that
was the who did most of the cleaning in ROBINSON's room and subsequently moved to an unknown place in Montana.
described ROBINSON as follows:
Race
White
Sex
Male
Nationality
American
Height
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Hair	Sandy
Graying at temples
Weight	185 pounds
Characteristics	Very nice, no mustache, no glasses, wearing heavy sweaters, boots and casual clothing.
Hair	Sandy
Graying at temples
Weight	185 pounds
Characteristics	Very nice, no mustache, no glasses, wearing heavy sweaters, boots and casual clothing.

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1.
Bar-X Motel,
Grand Junction, Colorado, provided from her records the following:
(1) Bar-X Motel, Registration Certificate 3055, in the name of TED ROBINSON, firm representing Kanaha Exp. Del. Corpn. , Fairplay, Colorado, Room #42, number in party one, make of car Ford, License Number NJ8353, State of Colorado;
(2) Cardboard copy of Bar-X Motel Restaurant and Lounge Registration Certificate #3055;
(3) Five room service tickets signed in the name of TED ROBINSON as follows: Ticket #26155, dated September 2, 1972;
Ticket #27207, dated September 11, 1972;
Ticket #26736, dated September 12, 1972;
Ticket #27213, dated September 12, 1972;
Ticket #29891, dated October 17, 1972.
the name of TED ROBINSON as follows: Ticket #26155, dated September 2, 1972;
Ticket #27207, dated September 11, 1972;
Ticket #26736, dated September 12, 1972;
Ticket #27213, dated September 12, 1972;
Ticket #29891, dated October 17, 1972.
explained that Ticket #26155, would have been for one person; Ticket #27207, was for two persons; Ticket #26736, was for four persons; Ticket #27213, was for two persons; and Ticket #29891, for one person.
also provided the following list as long distance telephone calls placed in the name of HARTLEY:
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October 13, 1972,	Las Vegas, Nevada.
telephone numbers
October 15, 1972,	Las Vegas, Nevada,
telephone
October 13, 1972,	Las Vegas, Nevada.
telephone numbers
October 15, 1972,	Las Vegas, Nevada,
telephone numbers

October 16, 1972, Jordon, Montana, telephone number
October 16. 1972, Las Vegas, Nevada, telephone number
October 16. 1972, Jordon, Montana, telephone number
October 16. 1972, Rangely, Colorado, telephone number
October 16. 1972, Las Vegas, Nevada, telephone number
October 16. 1972, Vernal, Utah, telephone number
October 16. 1972, Clayton, Idaho, telephone number
October 18, 1972, Rangely, Colorado, telephone number
October 18. 1972, Tucson, Arizona, telephone number
October 18. 1972, LaSal, Utah, telephone number
further explained that ROBINSON had originally registered into Room #42, and was later moved to Room #24. explained that Room #24, was small and ROBINSON had a tremendous amount of luggage, which included several foot lockers and suitcases.
explained that Room #24, was small and ROBINSON had a tremendous amount of luggage, which included several foot lockers and suitcases.
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Date of transcription, Grand Junction, Colorado, voluntarily appeared at the Resident Agency of the FBI, Grand Junction, Colorado, and disclosed the following:
On January 31, 1973,
had been followed by a late model bluish green Dodge pickup in the vicinity of Grand Junction, Colorado, and that this vehicle had stayed approximately one-quarter mile behind the brown pickup driven by as he drove south on Highway 6-50, towards Clearwater, Colorado. claimed at Clearwater he stopped his vehicle at the Clearwater Store and the Dodge pickup stopped at the bridge approximately one-quarter mile away from the store and as left the Clearwater Store, the pickup once again followed him.
disclosed that he tried to obtain a license number for the vehicle; however, had failed to do so.
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A. C. HARTLEY.
HARTLEY
at Grand Junction, Colorado.
subsequently
HARTLEY
returned however; which HARTLEY had Grand Junction, Colorado.
disclosed that
Denver, Colorado, and throughout
HARTLEY in Wyoming, and HARTLEY 2O
Dags, Nyching.
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stated he did not recall the dates when rented a Budget-Rent-A-Car, Grand Junction, Colorado, and left this vehicle
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stated he did not recall the dates when rented a Budget-Rent-A-Car, Grand Junction, Colorado, and left this vehicle subsequently at the airport, Grand Junction, Colorado, and However, he did know that she drove the vehicle to Salt Lake City and back to the Grand Junction
stated to his knowledge, HARTLEY has flown in and out of Grand Junction on several occasions and that he did not know the directions from which or to which HARTLEY went on those occasions.
stated that he had not personally become acquainted with HARTLEY and therefore did not know if HARTLEY at any other time had used any aliases in the Grand Junction-Rangely areas.
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disclosed that
and that had resided at Grand Junction, Colorado, until approximately July or August, 1972, when he Grand Junction, Colorado.
At that time, HARTLEY .
A. C. HARTLEY
since July of 1972, has been using the name and that long distance telephone calls have been placed
to the residence, Grand Junction, Colorado, and that the persons
HARTLEY
since July of 1972, has been using the name and that long distance telephone calls have been placed
to the residence, Grand Junction, Colorado, and that the persons placing the call have requested to talk to a person called
viewed the photograph of ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY and disclosed that HARTLEY
HARTLEY had
accompanied HARTLEY to visit
in Grand Junction, and during the visit HARTLEY, commonly called "A.C." was so loud an obnoxious that he was never allowed into the again.
disclosed at that time he had ascertained Grand Junction, Colorado, HARTLEY
which supposedly was taken on a trial basis out of Phoenix or Tucson, Arizona, and was never returned. stated at that time, the firm in Tucson or Phoenix, name of which he could recall, had made a long distance telephone call inquiring about However, further
explained that he did not know if HARTLEY had taken the back to Tucson or Phoenix or if he had hidden it somewhere unknown.
explained that to his knowledge, HARTLEY of Rangely › in
presently Colorado, and that Rangely, and Colorado.
described
is employed at the hospital, Rangely, as a person of good
reputation in the Rangely, Colorado area
described
is employed at the hospital, Rangely, as a person of good
reputation in the Rangely, Colorado area and
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further explained that
Grand Junction, Colorado, a
Rangely, Colorado, and .
stated that
HARTLEY who resides on Grand Junction, Colorado, telephone
and that had appeared at the in July or August of 1972, in possession of a and said "too bad you weren't with me on this one, "and displayed the
further stated that he had heard through
the grapevine that
had obtained the
and that had stated at one time "the guys were going to be after him, meaning he had
as
also stated that
a Grand
Junction
also knows HARTLEY and
and HARTLEY at
Grand Junction,
that
had obtained the
and that had stated at one time "the guys were going to be after him, meaning he had
as
also stated that
a Grand
Junction
also knows HARTLEY and
and HARTLEY at
Grand Junction, Colorado, in July and that several nights later, had returned to the to visit and stated that those two men were "bums and not to mix with them. ":
stated that
of asked
which was supposedly of Rangely, Colorado. in regards to his
has constantly
however,
disclosed that
and who resides in Rangely, Colorado, had physically taken and had returned
the
stated at one time
had approached however,
had rejected the whole idea.
Denver, Colorado, had
been approached by HARTLEY and
HARTLEY at the time of stated that he had approximately which HARTLEY did not
contact with the
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stated that at one time, at the Bar-X Motel, Grand Junction, Colorado, on or about November of 1972, and at that particular time, had rented a vehicle from Budget Rent-A-Car, Grand Junction, Colorado. The Mesa County Sheriff's Office had contacted at the Grand Junction, Colorado, concerning the rental of the vehicle by and had
The Mesa County Sheriff's Office had contacted at the Grand Junction, Colorado, concerning the rental of the vehicle by and had disclosed that had dropped the vehicle at the Grand Junction Airport and rental of the vehicle.
disclosed that
maiden name was resides in Rangely, Colorado,
and
recently suffered a heart attack and was taken from the Rangely, Colorado home to the Vernal, Utah, Hospital for treatment. Inasmuch as
she would not leave her place of residence nor any other place where she was staying in order to
Sparks, Nevada,
advised that of Reno or HARTLEY on previous occasions
and a has also stated that a woman in Las Vegas, who the Air Freight Firm HARTLEY .
disclosed that he had also received a long distance telephone call from an unknown male in Idaho, and that this person had requested a conversation with
further advised that he had talked with HARTLEY HARTLEY'S
after
and
to which replied "I've seen all of the certificates I need to see."
advised that he could not recall nor has
he ascertained if HARTLEY
however, Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah, and HARTLEY had in his possession last summer.
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advised that he could not recall nor has
he ascertained if HARTLEY
however, Colorado, Wyoming, and Utah, and HARTLEY had in his possession last summer.
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Palisade, Colorado, explained that residing at time HARTLEY.
in Alaska, and at one owns two automobiles, a Mercury and a Cadillac, one of which had Alaska License plates. has stated to that is
HARTLEY
was described as a person always out to make a fast buck and he could be the biggest liar in the world.
advised that
HARTLEY
Meeker. Colorado. last Tuesday, January 16, 1973, and that
HARTLEY RYAN Construction
Company of Golden, Colorado. RYAN Construction Company was to purchase Drake Construction Company of Golden, Colorado, and offered a new firm to HARTLEY to manage. This deal however, was not consummated.
advised that while residing in Grand Junction, Colorado, HARTLEY has mostly done business at a 76 Station on Fifth and Grant and that HARTLEY has also stayed at the Ramada Inn on several occasions using fictitious names.
advised that while residing in Grand Junction, Colorado, HARTLEY has mostly done business at a 76 Station on Fifth and Grant and that HARTLEY has also stayed at the Ramada Inn on several occasions using fictitious names. The only name recalled by was "A. C."
number
disclosed that on his previous telephone HARTLEY ran up a telephone bill amounting to The telephone number was subsequently changed and
and is still attempting to make charges to his present number.
further explained that at one time he had
is now mysteriously missing; however, and the on one occasion as HARTLEY
had disclosed that she had seen
stated that he was under the impression that HARTLEY had gone under the name of RONSON or JOHNSON at the Bar-X Motel. Grand Junction, Colorado, and that Sheriff of Mesa County, that HARTLEY in the Grand Junction area. with at one time had used a Budget Rent-A-Car, while staying at the Bar-X Motel at Grand Junction, Colorado.
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advised at one time
had
given
and
in Colorado Springs, Colorado, however, stated that he did not know if the deal was completed.
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advised at one time
had
given
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in Colorado Springs, Colorado, however, stated that he did not know if the deal was completed.
described HARTLEY as a white male, age 50 years, 6', gray hair, salt and pepper and gray goatee, wears sunglasses.
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AIRMAIL, REGISTERED
TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FOI (164-2111)
(Attention: FBI Laboratory)
PREM:
SAC, DENVER (87-18972) (P)
SUBJECT:
AIVAN CURTIS BARTLEY
AUF
POSSIBLE FBW
(00: New Orleans)
NORJAK
(00: Seattle)
Re Denvar nitel to the Burmas, dated 2/12/73, Miami teletype to New Orleses, dated 1/9/73, and dostele Ritel to the Dureca, dated 1/19/73.
items : Enclosed for the FBI Laberatery aro the following
(1) Bar-X Notal registratien slip #3055 (original white) .
(2) Dar-X Motol registration slip #30ss (carbon copy).
2 - Baroau (Enc. 13) (AM,RM) ₹ - Albuquerque (Bnc. 15) (RM,AM) 2
2 - I Vegas (164-66) (Ene. 15) (AM ) Los Angeles (164-497) (Enc. 15) VAU, AND) W 2 - New Orleans (164-36) (Eme. 135) (AM, RM)
2 Phoenix (164-100) (Encl 15) (AM, KM) 1
2 - St.
15) VAU, AND) W 2 - New Orleans (164-36) (Eme. 135) (AM, RM)
2 Phoenix (164-100) (Encl 15) (AM, KM) 1
2 - St. Louis [164-73) (ERc. 15) (AM,RM) 2. - Sale Lake City (164-24) (Emc. 15) (AM,RM) 2 . Butte (Eac, 18) (AM, RM) 4 - Deaver (2 - 160-98) (2 - 87-15972}
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(3) Bar-X Motel Restaurant charge slips as follows: ៛29891: #27213; #26736 ៛27207; :26155.
(4) Ramada Inn registration card #87056.
(5) Ramada Inn Restaurant charge slips as follows: #594. FR43748 #R427430243510 #R47525.
Enclosed for the New Orleans Division are nine cepies each of thirteen PD-3025 and two investigative inserts reflecting investigation conducted at the bouver Division. Enclosed for each receiving office is one Xerox copy each of thirteen FD-302s and one copy each of two investigative insert for investigative assistance in this matter.
This communication is being placed under duel caption as subject HARTLBY (Denver 87-15972) is being considered as the subject in NORJAK matter (Bufile 164-2111) , and information is being furnishod to all offices with
This communication is being placed under duel caption as subject HARTLBY (Denver 87-15972) is being considered as the subject in NORJAK matter (Bufile 164-2111) , and information is being furnishod to all offices with outstanding investigation in both matters.
Leads for auxilary offices regarding HORJAK matter are being held pending FRI Laboratory results and will be left to the discretion of Office of Origin Seattle.
As investigation en BARTLEY by Office of Origin New Orleans, is requested to be conducted on discreet basis, offices with leads to ascertain persons listed to telephone numbers called by subject are to interview registrants of those telephone numbers upon request of Office of Origin Now Orleans. However, it is noted that investigation is to actively pursuod as per referenced Seattle nitel to the Burean to ascertain HARTLEY's whereabouts on 11/24/71, regarding NORJAK matter.
The FRI Laboratory is requested to compare handwriting om submitted specimens with known handwriting samples of HARTLEY, FBI #79634B. to ascertain if identical. The FBI Laboratory is also requested to compare submitted handwriting specimens with known evidence submitted in NORJAK matter.
The FBI Laboratory is also requested to compare submitted handwriting specimens with known evidence submitted in NORJAK matter.
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The Letant Fingerprint Division. is requested to compare sn Istent fingerprints davoleped on submitted specimens with known latent fingerprints of BARTLEY in an effort to ascertain if ROBINSCH is identical to HARTLEY, FBI 1796348.
The Latent Fingerprint Division is also requested te compare any developed letent fingerprints with evidence previously submitted in MORJAK watter in an effort to ascertain if MARTLEY is identical to subject COOPER.
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THE BOTTE DIVISION
At
Montana;
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Idaho:
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(1) Will ascertain registrant for telephone and condecte appropriate arrest checks
b6 regarding registrant. A telephone call was placed on 10/16/72, from Bar-X Metel, Grand Junction, Colerade, by HARTLEY.
(1) Will ascertain registrant for telephone and condecte appropriate arrest checks
b6 regarding registrant. A telephone call was placed on 10/16/72, from Bar-X Metel, Grand Junction, Colerade, by HARTLEY.
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THE LAS VEGAS DIVISION
At Reno, Nevada:
(1) Will interview allegedly known b6 to subject HARTLEY, and ascertain known acquaintance operating air freight firm, Las Vegas, Nevada, whom HARTLEY bad allegedly swindled, setting forth loads for interview regarding subject.
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(2) Will ascertain listing for the following telephone numbers and conduct criminal investigation regarding registrant:
DB Cooper-24934
- 3 -DN $7-15972
LEADS; (CONT.)
calls placed from Bar-X Metal, Grand Junction. Colorado, 19/13/72, and 10/15/72;
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calls made from Bar-X Hotel, Grand Junction, Colorado, en 10/13/72, and 10/13/72;
tre telephone calls made 10/16/72, from Bar-X Motel Grand Junction, Colorade.
At RanIder City, Nevada:
nuther
(1) Will ascertain listing for telephone and conduct appropriate arrest checks b6 b7C
regarding registrant. Telephone call made 8/6/72, by subject, and duration of call five minutes from timeen I'ma, Grand Amotion, Colorado,
At Yorington, Novada:
(1) Mill ascertain
Telephone call made 8/6/72, by subject, and duration of call five minutes from timeen I'ma, Grand Amotion, Colorado,
At Yorington, Novada:
(1) Mill ascertain registrant for telephone
number and conduct appropriate criminal checks. b6 It is noted that telephone call was made from Ramada Imm, Grand Junction, Colorado, em 8/5/72, length of sell thirteen miantes.
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THE PHOENIX DIVISION
At "Phoenix, Arizonas:
(1) Will, at Department of Motor Vehicles. ascertain registrant of 1972 Arizens Liconse &RA b6 conduct appropriate arrest checks, noted interview of registrant is left to the discretion of Office of origin.
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(2) Will conduct criminal and arrest checks wader alias TRD ROBIMSOM.
(3) Will contact rental agencies for mobile homes regarding subject having mobile home iz Grand Junction, Colorado, in July, 1972, reportedly rented in Phoenix, or Tassen, Arizona.
DB Cooper-24935DN. 07-18972
LEADS: [CONT.)
At Tucson Arizona:
ascertain registrant of telephene
XINbe: and conduct appropriate arrest checks b6 om magistrat. It is noted that telephone call placed from Ber-K Motel, Grand Junction, Colorado, to Tucson, Arizona, am 18/18/72.
It is noted that telephone call placed from Ber-K Motel, Grand Junction, Colorado, to Tucson, Arizona, am 18/18/72.
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(2) Will contact rental agencies far mobila horas regarding subject, reportedly having weblie bene In Grond Jenesien, Colerede, July, 1972, rented from Whamaix, er Tucson, Arizona.
THB SALT LAKE CITY DIVISION
At Verasl, Dtak:
(1) Will escertain registrant for tolephone
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BUNDET called by subject HARTLEY 10/16/72, frea Der-X Motel, Grand Junction, Colorade.
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At La Sal, Utan:
EINDer (1) Will ascertain registrant for telephone zad conduct appropriste arrest checks to properly identify.
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THE DENVER DIVISION
At Fairplay, Colorado;
(1) Will conduct criminal checks regarding HARTLEY and knews allas.
(2) Will canteet kuown sources in an effort te ascertain subject's activities in the Fairplay, Colorado er+4+
(3) Will contact Yamaha Exploration and Development Company, Fairplay, Colorado, and interview regarding subject.
At Caldan, Celerade:
(1) Will contact Ryan Construction Company
DB Cooper-24936## #7-15972
LLADE : (CONT.
At Caldan, Celerade:
(1) Will contact Ryan Construction Company
DB Cooper-24936## #7-15972
LLADE : (CONT. )
wad satezview regarding subject's alleged consideration epleyaeat as a pesager.
At Gerne Functies, Colorado:
(1) Will leceta and interview frmid Jasettes, Colorado,
Er-I Kotel, ROBINSON into the Bar-I Motel ex. 10/11/72, and interview regarding subject. b6 b7C
(2) Will locate and interview grand Junction, Colorade, and interview regarding staject.
At Baska, Woning:
(1) will 1meste lacorview b6 regarding FARTief tirsosedly contested by subject while traveling with Ax the fall of 1972.
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At Denver, Colorado:
(1) Will conteet b6 and interview regerdias subject's contset in the fall b7C of 1971, accompanied by in regards to :
(2) Will, at Department of Motor Vehicles, Ascertain registered owner for 1972 Colorado License 117742, setting forth lords for appropriate arrest checks to bo conducted on registered owner.
At Mangely, Colorado:
(1) will cestaet und interview b6 b7C
regarding in Noah, Uteb, whom subject allegedly berrewać car, setting forth leads fer interview.
At Mangely, Colorado:
(1) will cestaet und interview b6 b7C
regarding in Noah, Uteb, whom subject allegedly berrewać car, setting forth leads fer interview.
{2) Til ascertain registrants of telephone
numbers and conduct appropriate wFrost chects. It should be noted that telephone calls wars piacod from Bar-X Metel, Grand Junction, Celerade, = 10/16/72, and 10/18/72,
DB Cooper-24937DN 87-15992
LEALS: "(CONT.)
(5) will contact activition of subject.
regarding carrent
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reportedly
WRO NAK
und interview regarding subject's. and. knave activities.
At Pallasdo, Colorade:
(3) Will conduct credit and arrest checks
a reported associate af HARTLEY
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At Master, Colorado:
(2) Will ceazast local lawyers in xe effort to ascertain vehicle pressatiy in nas by subject at the time reportedly in Mosker, Colorado, in January, 1973.
At Glesweed Springs, Colorado:
(I) Will ascertain registrant af telcybene member and conduct appropriate arrest checks. it is metod that telephone call was piatod frem Ramade Inn, Grand Junction, Colerade, en or shenz a/5/72.
it is metod that telephone call was piatod frem Ramade Inn, Grand Junction, Colerade, en or shenz a/5/72.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-24938Laboratory Transmittal Form 7-72
LA LABORATORY
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20535
To: SAC, Denver (87-15972)
Date: February 27, 1973
From: Director, FBI
DO NOT INCLUDE ADMINISTRATIVE PAGE (S) INFORMATION IN INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
FBI File No. 87-124426
Re:
ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY;
ITSP;
POSSIBLE FBW
00 :
New Orleans
Lab. No.
D-730223063 LL

Examination requested by:	Denver
Reference:	Airtel dated February 21, 1973
Examination requested:	Document - Fingerprint
Remarka:

The submitted evidence will be returned with the fingerprint report ..
For your information, handwriting similarities were noted in the comparison of the questioned signatures on Q8 through Q13 and the fingerprint card signature of ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY, FBI #7963245.
For your information, handwriting similarities were noted in the comparison of the questioned signatures on Q8 through Q13 and the fingerprint card signature of ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY, FBI #7963245. Additional known samples of HARTLEY's signature may be of value for comparison with the questioned signatures on Q8 through Q13. Enclosures (2) (2 Lab report)
l 
1 - Albuquerque Enclosure (Lab report) 1 - Las Vegas (164-60) Enclosure (Lab report) 9 )- Los Angeles (164-497) Enclosure (Lab report) Z - New Orleans (164-36) Enclosures (2) (2)Lab report) 1 - Phoenix (164-100) Enclosure (Lab report) 1 - St. Louis (164-73) Enclosure (Lab report) 1 - Salt Lake City. (164-24) Enclosure (Lab report) 164-497-670 1 - Butte Enclosure (Lab report) SEARCHED DERED. J. - Denver (164-96) Enclosure (Lab report)
ADMINISTRATIVĖ PAGE
SERIALIZED .. FILED 11 MAR 1 1973 3 b6 b7C
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DB Cooper-249397-1b
REPORT of the
LABORATORY
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION WASHINGTON, D. C. 20535
To: SAC, Denver (87-15972) Re: ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY; ITSP; POSSIBLE FBW

Date:	February 27, 1973
FBI File No.
20535
To: SAC, Denver (87-15972) Re: ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY; ITSP; POSSIBLE FBW

Date:	February 27, 1973
FBI File No.87-124426
Lab. No.	D-730223063 LL

Specimens received February 23, 1973
Q1 Original Bar X Motel Registration slip #3055
Q2 Carbon copy of Bar X Motel Registration slip #3055
Five Bar-X Restaurant & Lounge charge slips, all bearing signature "Ted Robinson," further described as follows:

SPECIMEN	CHECK#
Q3	29891
04	27213
Q5	26736
Q6	27207
Q7	26155

Q8 Registration card #87056 for Ramada: Inn
Q9 Ramada Inn Bar Check #594
Four Ramada Inn restaurant charge slips, bearing signature "A. C. Hartley," further described as follows:

SPECIMEN	NUMBER
Q10	R 43748
Q11	R 42743
Q12	R .
Hartley," further described as follows:

SPECIMEN	NUMBER
Q10	R 43748
Q11	R 42743
Q12	R .43510
Q13	R-47525

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DB Cooper-24940Result of examination :.
It was not determined whether any of the questioned writing on Ql through Q13 was prepared by ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY, FBI #796324B, because his fingerprint card signatures are not adequate to permit a satisfactory handwriting comparison with this material.
It was not determined whether the person or persons preparing the questioned writing on Ql through Q13 prepared any of the questioned material in the NORJAK case; however, nothing of particular significance was noted in the limited comparison which could be conducted.
The submitted evidence was photographed and will be returned separately.
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D-730223063 LL
DB Cooper-24941OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (II CFR) 101-11.5 UNITED STATES GO . ERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
215
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/2/73
FROM
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
ERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
215
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/2/73
FROM
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Seattle letter to Los Angeles dated 2/8/73.
RE:
On 2/15/73, California State Parole Office,
LOS Angeles, California, advised the case file on reveals had
EBI Number during period from 5/22/71 to 9/31/71. Notes taken during a case conference in December 1971, indicated had gained also noted the file indicates He furnished the current address of Venice, California.
On 2/26/73, was contacted at his Venice, by SA
was noted to be 519" to 5'10" in height and to be very obese. stated he had gained approximately since early 1971. He stated he currently weighs about pounds and his appearance seemed to substantiate this estimate.
In view of the fact the records of the California State Parole Office indicate during the period immediately preceding the hijacking and personal Observation of did not reveal him to resemble the artist's conception, no further investigation is being conducted regarding this phase, unless advised to the contrary by Seattle.
and personal Observation of did not reveal him to resemble the artist's conception, no further investigation is being conducted regarding this phase, unless advised to the contrary by Seattle.
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ORS
oh 20 X
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0017-100-01
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-24942
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FBI Date: 3/1/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO :
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM : 1 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 
SUBJECT NOR JAK 00: SEATTLE
Re Bureau airtel to All Offices Except Seattle, Portland, and Las Vegas, 11/29/71, and Seattle airtel to Bureau, 2/22/73.
Enclosed for each receiving office are two copies of an artist's conception showing UNSUB with and without glasses. The following offices will receive more copies because of investi- gation in their divisions:

Portland	50	copies
Las Vegas	10	copies
Denver	10	copies
Sacramento<
The following offices will receive more copies because of investi- gation in their divisions:

Portland	50	copies
Las Vegas	10	copies
Denver	10	copies
Sacramento	10	copies
San Francisco	10	copies
Butte	10	copies

The intent of this change to the artist's composite is to more clearly show UNSUB's age and swarthy complexion.
A release of an interim composite (one that had not been fully evaluated by NORJAK eyewitnesses) in the December FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin makes it imperative that this final version not be released to the news media at this time.
This is the only unsolved hijacking; it should receive expeditious handling with every investigative effort expended to resolve this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
after
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U.
2 - Bureau 1 - All Field Offices with enclosures (/ Angeli) Em Up 1975 3 - Seattle | RNN: jgm RN (63)
GELES b6 b7C
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Special Agent in Charge
U.S. Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
DB Cooper-24943 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1052 FOITION GUA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/9/73
FROM : : SUBJECT: Se P NORJAK
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
00: Seattle
RE:
Investigation at Los Angeles reveals captioned individual should be considered a possible suspect. Hollywood, California,
who has parachuted in the Los Angeles area since about 1960, has advised that the artist's conception appears similar to whom he described as who used to reside in Lancaster, California. He stated was a daredevil and was from the Seattle, Washington area. He last heard of in 1965 and at that time understood he was involved in name unl.nown, in Seattle by Sheriff's- Deputies in Lancaster and extradited to Seattle.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office (LASO), and Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) records reveal
FBI Number was
by the LAPD ir.
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office (LASO), and Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) records reveal
FBI Number was
by the LAPD ir. 1950 and was
from
Washington on
These records indicate he was
extradited to Washington State on
LAPD records indicate on in the military and was fingerprinted at Lowry Field, Denver, Colorado. In January 1950, he was
enlisted
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Bay U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Pasall Savings Plan
DB Cooper-24944
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Los Angeles case captioned
Lancaster, at Parasportcenter in May 1963. was named by Special Agent of the OSI, Edwards Air Force Base, California, as a
California, wasb6 b7C
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!
from Edwards Air Force Base and at the Parasportcenter. Prosecution
was declined by the U. S. Attorney as from Edwards Air Force Base contain no serial numbers and could not be identified in Federal Court as
is described as follows :.
Sex Race
Male White
Birth Data
Descent
Austrian
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Ik ight
5'10" 40 6!
Edwards Air Force Base contain no serial numbers and could not be identified in Federal Court as
is described as follows :.
Sex Race
Male White
Birth Data
Descent
Austrian
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Ik ight
5'10" 40 6!
Weight 165 pounds to 190 pounds
Build
Mediun
Fair Eyes Complexion
Brown
Hazel
Medium
Last Known Address
Lancaster, California (1964)
Occupation Relatives
Denver , Colorado
Army Serial Number Social Security Number
FD-9 being submitted with copy of Identification Record designated for Seattle.
Seattle is requested to advise Los Angeles if was previously considered as a suspect and if not, conduct credit and criminal checks to ascertain if he has returned to Seattle as he was last known to live in Lancaster, California, on 1964.
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Photographs taken in 1964 by the LASO have been requested from Archives of that agency and will be submitted by Los Angeles upon receipt. No further investigation is being conducted regarding this suspect until requested by Seattle. .
ANIND AND DARGAMOUS ..
DB Cooper-24945
- 2 - CA ATIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1952 EDITION CSA FPMR ({t CFR) 101-11.8
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
₪
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/9/73
FROM
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES
8
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
₪
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/9/73
FROM
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00:
Seattle
Re San Francisco letter to Los Angeles dated 1/15/73.
RE:
On 1/26/73, Los Angeles, California, was interviewed at the above address, the location of a business. advised he is of this business and works in conjunction with He has been at this location for the past Three years and has been in Hollywood, California for the past 8 years,
stated he was, during in the northwest and was a charter member of the Seattle Parachute Club in During that period of time he was employed by the Standard Oil Company and worked on with Seattle being his home port.
He stated he has discussed the Seattle hijacking with associates of his who currently are or have been . involved in parachuting. He stated the artist's conception originally published in this matter bore some resemblance to one an and parachutist who has jumped at Elsinore, California, in early 1960. He added that after being made aware of the physical description of the hijacker he discounted as a
He added that after being made aware of the physical description of the hijacker he discounted as a possible suspect as he was less than 30 years old and was 6'3" in height.
During this interview, was noted to be completely bald except for a fringe of blond, graying hair along the sides of his head. He appears Nordic in descent and has blue eyes. He does not appear to bear a
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9
P 1 DB Cooper-24946
Buy UJ.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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close resemblance to descriptive data furnished regarding the unknown subject in this matter and further appears to be a reputable businessman.
Records of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office (LASO), as well as those of the Credit Bureau of Greater Los Angeles and Dun and Bradstreet, contain no derogatory information concerning b6 b7C
The following
(LAPD), and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office (LASO), as well as those of the Credit Bureau of Greater Los Angeles and Dun and Bradstreet, contain no derogatory information concerning b6 b7C
The following description was obtained through observation and interview:
Sex
Race
Birth Date
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Weight
Height
Hair
Eyes
Residence
California Drivers License Number Occupation
Male. White
175 pourds
6'2"
Blond - balding
Blue
Los Angeles, California
As does not appear to match physical characteristics of the unknown subject in this matter as furnished by witnesses, and apparently is a reputable businessman, he does not appear to warrant consideration as a logical suspect in this matter and no further investigation is being conducted by Los Angeles at this time, unless advised to the contrary by Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
- 2 -
DB Cooper-24947
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) 
Não SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
NORJAK
00: Ccattlo
Rc Los Angeles letter to Seattle dated 3/9/73. RG:
Enclosed for the investigative assistance of Seattle are two photographs of captioned cuspect taken by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office in November 1964.
RG:
Enclosed for the investigative assistance of Seattle are two photographs of captioned cuspect taken by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office in November 1964.
at a parachute
was a former school in Lancaster, California, in and has been described as a heavy smoker of cigarettes, and reportedly lost considerable weight during 1965. Ho reportedly naro unknown, in Seattle, Washington, he formerly resided in that city, and was extradited from Los Angeles to the State of Washington in Ho hac boon described by former associates as a daredevil capable of trying anything.
UNSUB SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Scattle (Bncls. 2) (AM) 2 - Los Angeles crc/kah (4)
164-497-675
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED ; TLED
CRI b6 b7C
DB Cooper-24948
b6 b7C
b6 b7C164-497-676
SEARCHED _ INDEXED 1 SERIALIZED __ FILED MAR 1 9 1973
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DB Cooper-24949OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY ILC. EDITION GSK FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SẮC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/26/73
FROM
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re :
On 1/26/73, an anonymous letter was received at .
0 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SẮC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/26/73
FROM
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re :
On 1/26/73, an anonymous letter was received at . the Los Angeles Office in which the writer states "For several reasons, I strongly suspect 'D.B. Cooper' is really one of Hollywood". He lists four reasons
why he believes is identical to the hijacker as (2) strongly resembles artist's sketch seen on television; he was a paratrooper while in the military service;
(3) he was out of the city when the event took place; and he visits northernCalifornia.
(4)
Records of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office (IASO), Los Angeles, California Police Department ( LAPD) , and the Credit Bureau of Greater Los Angeles revealed no record identifiable with Hollywood, California. b6 b7C
Records of the California Department of Motor Vehicles reveal one individual possibly identical to referred to in the letter. . This person was one California Driver's License Number
612", 180 pounds, blue eyes, blond hair,
male, born and residence shown as California. A former address as of 7/30/71, was shown as Los Angeles, California.
This person was one California Driver's License Number
612", 180 pounds, blue eyes, blond hair,
male, born and residence shown as California. A former address as of 7/30/71, was shown as Los Angeles, California.
Los Angeles,
(This address
is in Hollywood, California) .
Discreet inquiry in the vicinity of Los Angeles, revealed
was
employed as a
Hollywood, California.
0
164.497.6781 SEARCHED INDEXED 2
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plass
2
DB Cooper-24955
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2 - Seattle (AM) - Los Angeles
0 crs/kah (4) 1
0010-100
25IA 164-497
On 3/21/72
was interviewed by
b6 b7C SA at his employment. He was noted to have light blond, very thin hair, light complexion, 6'2" tall, and blue eyes. He did not appear to resemble the artist's conception nor did his physical description match that furnished by witnesses in this matter. advised he had never parachuted and his service experience consisted of being in the National Guard. He stated the writer of the letter is correct in that he does travel to northern California to meetings and conventions in connection with the business.
He stated the writer of the letter is correct in that he does travel to northern California to meetings and conventions in connection with the business. He recalls having last been in Seattle in 1963.
stated he spent Thanksgiving Day of 1971 at in Pasadena with
does no't appear to resemble the artist's conception or match the description of the unknown subject, appears to be a reputable businessman and criminal and credit checks reveal no derogatory information regarding him. In view of the above, no further investigation will be conducted by Los Angeles at this time unless advised to the contrary by Seattle.
UNSUB CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-24956
2 +
b6 b7C FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date: 4-3-73
Transmit the following in
{Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL ATRMAIL
(Priority)
TO
:
SAC, Albuquerque
(149-131)
FROM
SAC, Seattle (164-81) (P)
:
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: Seattle
RE: ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY SUB #437
Re Denver airtel to Bureau, ET AL, 2-22-73. For the information of receiving offices, USA, WDLA, declined prosecution regarding ITSP - FBW, New Orleans case involving ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY.
For the information of receiving offices, USA, WDLA, declined prosecution regarding ITSP - FBW, New Orleans case involving ALVIN CURTIS HARTLEY. Case was closed by the New Orleans Division. HARTLEY is still being considered a NORJAK suspect because he fits the general description for UNSUB and it has been learned he has had paratrooper experience in WW II.
The following information has not been established concerning HARTLEY:
1. HARTLEY's location on 11-24-71;
2. HARTLEY's present location;
3. HARTLEY's current description
2 - Albuquerque 2 - Butte (164-26) 2 - Las Vegas (164-68) (2 )- Los Angeles (164-497) 2 - New Orleans (164-36) 2 ~ Phoenix (164-100) 2 - Saint Louis (164-73) 2 - Salt Lake City (164-21) 3 - Seattle RNN/ksw (19).
a relative of Waiting's
16 Torbence Ct - 679 
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3. continued (witness
advised HARTLEY may be bald) ;
4. HARTLEY's previous flying experience, if any.
continued (witness
advised HARTLEY may be bald) ;
4. HARTLEY's previous flying experience, if any.
All receiving offices are to continue investigation to determine if HARTLEY is identical to UNSUB in this matter. In addition, all receiving offices are to evaluate leads set forth in referenced communication and report results of investigation to Seattle Division if that investigation is thought to be pertinent in this matter. If the investigation is not conducted, receiving offices advise Seattle of the reason.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-24958
2FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FB!
Date:
5/11/73
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
ATR MATI
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
RE :
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re :
Glendale, California, has provided information concerning captioned individual and believes he should be considered a possible suspect in this matter.
bases his belief on the fact that arrived from Eugene, Oregon, in the spring of 1971.
(164-497) (P)
RE :
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re :
Glendale, California, has provided information concerning captioned individual and believes he should be considered a possible suspect in this matter.
bases his belief on the fact that arrived from Eugene, Oregon, in the spring of 1971. He rented and began
recalled that a short time prior to Thanksgiving 1971, he noticed
that he was going area
who was engaged as a was told by to the Eugene, Oregon but he later learned this was not true,
2 - Seattle (AM) 2 - Oklahoma City (AM) 3 - Portland (AM) 2 - Sacramento (AM) 2 Los Angeles chsYkah (11) OFFICE COPY
1 164-497. 680
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as he observed Upon making inquiry, he learned that accompanied to Oregon.
after his departure.
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He recalled that prior to his departure, wore a full beard. After being gone about three weeks, returned and his beared appeared to have been shaved off and was just starting to grow back, He was told by (Last Name Unknown), that had been visiting outside of Eugene.
being gone about three weeks, returned and his beared appeared to have been shaved off and was just starting to grow back, He was told by (Last Name Unknown), that had been visiting outside of Eugene.
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stated that about Christmas 1971, claimed in Oregon and again departed. He left for Oregon driving a Chevrolet and it struck him as unusual that he would not fly if his returned from this trip in about one week and during the first part of 1972. showed sudden signs of wealth.
areas of Los Angeles County and the company seemed to have suddenly become well financed. asked about the sudden display of wealth and was told by (Last Name Unknown ) that had recently
also told
him that
stated he was unaware of any military, pilot's or parachuting experience on part and after observing the artist's conception of the hijacker, he stated face appears narrower than that in the drawing. He stated is a white male, about 40 years of age, about 6' in height, about 170 to 180 pounds, slender build, dark brown hair, rugged, outdoor-type complexion, and is of Irish descent.
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was interviewed by Bureau Agents on 8/27/72, and admitted calling United Airlines, Chicago, from California posing as FBI Agent and asking to have a passenger removed from a United Airlines flight as the passenger had
Prosecution was declined in this matter. Also interviewed regarding this matter was named
During the interviews,
claimed they did not carry any identification with them and both claimed they had Oregon driver's licenses, but did not have them in their possession.
Dun and Bradstreet (conceal), Los Angeles County Fictitious Names Registration, Los Angeles County Divorce Records and Glendale Police Department records tend to substantiate information furnished by as follows:
In April 1971. articles of incorporation were Mied with Los Angeles County by Glendale, North Hollywood, and Eaglerock, for a firm to be known as Los Angeles.
articles of incorporation were Mied with Los Angeles County by Glendale, North Hollywood, and Eaglerock, for a firm to be known as Los Angeles.
Dun and Bradstreet (conceal) records indicate a report dated 5/8/72, reveals began in
declined financial statement and estimated his total assets in excess of
The firm had expanded to locations at
Norwalk. and revealed that Los Angeles. Investigation hạđ furnished an address in October 1970 and May 1971, of Glendale. Observation and discreet inquiry
Sepulveda,
at this address revealed it as an
The is currently under
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was issued for
appeared and satisfied Superior Court in Los Angeles regarding the
Records of the California Department of Motor Vehicles, Division of Driver's Licenses, reveals driver's license number was issued to
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This record indicates other address of Silverton, effective
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of Driver's Licenses, reveals driver's license number was issued to
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Norwalk, California, effective
This record indicates other address of Silverton, effective
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A review of U.S. Postal Guide reveals there is no post office of Silverton in California; however, indicates there is a post office at Silverton; Oregon in Marian County.
Records of the Glendale, California Police Department
reveal
He was
Index cards retained by the Glendale Police Department reveal he came to their attention in 1962, 1965, 1967 and 1968, with no arrests indicated. He was the complainant four times in 1968 regarding auto theft, two burglaries and one petty theft. He furnished a different address on each occasion.
Discreet inquiry in the vicinity of Los Angeles, reveals
be a successful Seattle, Washington area prior to setting up business in the spring of
claimed to in the
is described as follows:
Sex Race
Malé White
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Birth Data
Height Weight Hair
6' to 6'2" 180 to 200 pounds Dark brown Hazel
Eyes Occupation
San Fernando Valley, California area - 1960 - 1970:
Norwalk, California - 1972 - 1973
Marital Status
Social Security Number CII
Weight Hair
6' to 6'2" 180 to 200 pounds Dark brown Hazel
Eyes Occupation
San Fernando Valley, California area - 1960 - 1970:
Norwalk, California - 1972 - 1973
Marital Status
Social Security Number CII Number Glendale Police Department Number
Lake View Terrace, California
It is recommended the following investigation be conducted to ascertain if the sudden display of wealth by was the result of an inheritance of property in Oregon Eugene,
Oregon area, and to determine if he should be considered a logical suspect in this matter:
LEADS
PORTLAND
AT SILVERTON, OREGON: (1) Attempt to ascertain recipient of mail at Silverton, during
March 1971, noting this address furnished by at that time.
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(2) Conduct all other logical investigation to ascertain if should be considered a logical suspect in this matter.
AT PORTLAND, OREGON: Ascertain to whom Oregon
license is registered, noting this license has been recently observed on a Datsun pickup truck parked outside the office headquarters in Norwalk.
2) Check indices, conduct credit and criminal and ascertain if was holder of Oregon driver's license during 1971, obtain
2) Check indices, conduct credit and criminal and ascertain if was holder of Oregon driver's license during 1971, obtain photograph and furnish to Seattle for possible display to witnesses in this matter.
SACRAMENTO
AT SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Obtain copy of California driver's license number containing photo- graph of and furnish to Seattle . for possible display to witnesses in this matter.
OKLAHOMA CITY
AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA: Review appropriate records, U.S. Parachutist Association and Federal Aviation Administration, to ascertain if has prior parachuting or pilot experience and furnish results to Seattle for their investigative assistance in this matter.
SEATTLE
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area as he claimed to have been
in Seattle area. Conduct any other logical investigation to ascertain if he should be considered a logical suspect in this matter.
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FBI .
Date:
5/17/73

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TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
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NORJAK
00:
Seattle
Re Los Angeles airtel to Seattle, 5/11/73; and Oklahoma City teletype to Sacramento, et al, 1/4/73.
Re:
For information of San Francisco, Los Angeles has developed above suspect in this matter, described as follows:
Name
Race
Sex
White Male
DOB
Height
6 -6.2"
Weight
180-200 pounds
Hair
Dark brown
Eyes
Hazel
Occupations
San Fernando Valley, California area 1960-70;
Norwalk,
California, 1972-73
SSAN
The following investigation was conducted by at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma:
SA
2 - Seattle 3) - Los Angeles (164-497) (Info) - San Francisco 1 - Oklahoma City LLVC: jlw (6)
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Federal Aviation Administration, advised on 5/16/73 that her files did not reflect any record showing 
to have a pilot's certificate.
LEADS
LOS ANGELES - INFORMATION
An information copy is being designated for Los Angeles in view of outstanding investigation within that division.
SAN FRANCISCO
AT MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA. Will review records of U. S. Parachutist Association (USPA) to determine whether is known to that association. USPA
Monterey, Calif.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION* *

REPORTING OFFICE	OFFICE OF ORIGIN	DATE	INVESTIGATIVE PERION
SEATTLE	SEATTLE	MAY 3 0 1973	11/24/71 - 5/25/73

TITLE OF CASE
UNKNOWN SUBJECT; aka
Dan Cooper
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT
#350
PORTLAND, OREGON,
3 0 1973	11/24/71 - 5/25/73

TITLE OF CASE
UNKNOWN SUBJECT; aka
Dan Cooper
NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT
#350
PORTLAND, OREGON, TO SEATTLE,
WASHINGTON, 11/24/71
REPORT MADE BY TYPED PY
CHARACTER OF CASE
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.CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
REFERENCE: Seattle report of SA CHARLES E. FARRELL, dated 2/16/72.
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ADMINISTRATIVE
A code name for this case has been given by the Bureau as "NORJAK" and will be used in all communications.
The purpose of this report is to advise the Bureau and auxiliary offices of the pertinent investigation that has already occurred since SA CHARLES E. FARRELL's report of February 16, 1972, in order to facilitate future NORJAK investigation. Pursuant to this, no copy has been designated for the USA at Seattle.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS	CLAIMED	NONE
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CONVIC.	FUC.	FINES	SAVINGS	RECOVERIES
PENDING OVER ONE YEAR
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PENDING PROSECUTION
:
ACCOMPLISHMENTS	CLAIMED	NONE
	ACQUIT- TALS	CASE HAS BEEN:
CONVIC.	FUC.	FINES	SAVINGS	RECOVERIES
PENDING OVER ONE YEAR
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PENDING PROSECUTION
 
OVER SIX MONTHS

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Leads concerning suspects will not be set forth in this report as they are being handled by separate com -... munication.
There are currently 637 suspects, 470 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed and systematic elimination of these suspects continues.
There are currently 637 suspects, 470 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed and systematic elimination of these suspects continues.
In an effort to facilitate interoffice communi- cations, it is requested that all field offices originating NORJAK communications, not only refer to the appropriate communications but also include the suspect(s) name and alias(es) if known on the first page under the title NORJAK.
For the information of all field offices, the Bureau advised by airtel September 15, 1972, that this is the only aircraft hijacking in which the subject has not been identified and apprehended nor the ransom money recovered. All leads in this important case are to be set forth expeditiously. The investigation of this case is to be vigorously pursued in all facets in order to bring it to a successful completion.
It is noted that the investigative period overlaps previous NORJAK reports. This has been done since previous reports were not distributed to all field offices.
It is noted that Unsub in this matter is almost universally called "D.
This has been done since previous reports were not distributed to all field offices.
It is noted that Unsub in this matter is almost universally called "D. B. COOPER" by the press, the public, and even by Bureau personnel. Factually, there is no basis for this alias. As a possible explanation for the existence of the alias "D. B. COOPER" the following sequence of events is offered:
While the hijacking was in progress on the evening of November 24, 1971, it was established that a had boarded the flight at Portland, but was not among the passengers who deplaned at Seattle.
As a result, the name was checked through the Bureau indices, which revealed an Identification Record for a FBI Number born in with an in
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INVESTIGATIVE STEPS TO PROCESS NORJAK SUSPECTS
In checking on suspect that evening, the Portland Division advised that he definitely .: : : had been eliminated. A police officer of The Dalles, Oregon Police Department, visited him in The Dalles, and definitely identified him as the above and the fact was noted that he could not have been on the plane since he was at The Dalles.
A police officer of The Dalles, Oregon Police Department, visited him in The Dalles, and definitely identified him as the above and the fact was noted that he could not have been on the plane since he was at The Dalles.
There was no FBI release to the press concerning the above suspect, but the press coverage in Oregon, and in the State of Washington was so intense, it may have become known to the press, that the above was contacted by a police officer;
It is suggested that the fact that the name "D. B. COOPER" is not involved in this matter not be given publicity outside the Bureau in order to utilize this fact as an aid in the initial evaluation of new leads.
INVESTIGATIVE STEPS TO PROCESS NORJAK SUSPECTS
This list in no way represents all the means avail- able to process a suspect. Each individual case prompts a different method; one or more of the below listed methods have been used in the past.
1. Obtain current descriptive data (particularly useful is age, height"and complexion)
2. Ascertain location on November 24, 1971, by
(a) checking employment records.
(b) checking cancelled checks or credit card transactions.
Ascertain location on November 24, 1971, by
(a) checking employment records.
(b) checking cancelled checks or credit card transactions.
(c) interviewing acquaintances or relatives (note November 24th was the day before Thanksgiving, 1971).
3. Ascertain present location to determine if he is alive or if he appears to be in hiding.
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4. Ascertain if he has knowledge of airplanes or parachuting (i.e. private pilot's license, ". skydiving experience, or military jump experience ).
5. Obtain current photograph, color if possible, to display to witnesses. (Note: All NORJAK eyewitnesses have been repeatedly contacted and have reviewed numerous photographs. Up to now they have been extremely cooperative, not withstanding the many contacts they have endured both at work and at home. Based on the above, these witnesses will not be contacted to view photographs unless there is no other way to eliminate a suspect).
6. Compare suspect's fingerprints and palm prints with NORJAK partials on file in the Identifica- tion Bureau.
Compare suspect's fingerprints and palm prints with NORJAK partials on file in the Identifica- tion Bureau.
7. Ascertain if he is in any way familiar with the Pacific Northwest area and in particular if he ever flew over this area.
8. Check current financial situation and contrast it to his situation prior to NORJAK.
8. Determine if he smokes cigarettes. or if he ever smoked cigarettes." (Note: Unsub smoked Raleigh cigarettes).
10. Determine if he was-registered at a motel or hotel near the Portland Airport just prior to NORJAK.
11. Determine if he made any trial runs prior to NORJAK on airlines flying between Portland and Seattle.
12. Determine if has a safe deposit box and con- sider feasibility of obtaining a court order to determine its contents.
13. Compare his hair to hair fiber found on NORJAK airplane.
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14. Check medical records (subject was apparently ; in good health and athletic at the time of ;; ;; NORJAK but he could have been injured in the jump).
Check medical records (subject was apparently ; in good health and athletic at the time of ;; ;; NORJAK but he could have been injured in the jump).
15. Determine if he had reason to have a grudge on November 24, 1971. (Possibilities might be loss of job, especially airline-related job, Vietnam War, ethnic freedom, etc. )
16. Determine his criminal background. (It is felt Unsub was not an experienced criminal. )
17. Determine suspect's educational background. (Unsub was probably a high school graduate and may have had further education. )
18. Determine if he is or was an alcoholic. (It is felt Unsub was not an alcoholic. )
19 .. Determine if herhas an accent of any kind. (Unsub did not.)
20. Determine if the tie or tie tac found on NORJAK belongs to suspect.
21. Check suspect's name through
(a) St. Louis Office for military records to determine jump experience. (Note: need .service number or SSAN. )
(b) Airline Pilot 'Association (ALPA), head- quarters Washington, D. C.
(c) Parachute Club of America, U.S. Parachute Association, PO Box 109, Monterey, Cali- fornia 93940.
(c) Parachute Club of America, U.S. Parachute Association, PO Box 109, Monterey, Cali- fornia 93940.
. (d) Raleigh Coupon Redemption Center, Brown and Williamson Tobacco Company, Hill Street, Louisville, Kentucky. (Records . kept only one year. )
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PROFILE
The purpose of the following information is to conveniently list all the known facts concerning the hi- jacker's profile and to combine them with suppositions that can be reasonably inferred from those facts. The suppositions have been included to aid in processing a suspect. They. should not be considered as concrete facts, nor should they be used as the sole determining factor in drawing investi- gative conclusions.
SUMMARY
Unsub was a well spoken, conservative gentleman; probably a Catholic with Mexican or Indian blood. He was not an alcoholic. He probably lived in the Portland or Seattle areas or had flown more than once over these areas. He apparently had .no accomplices. . He was not an experienced skydiver and most probably received his jump training in the military.
. He was not an experienced skydiver and most probably received his jump training in the military. His hijacking plan was not well thought out, and he was probably not an experienced criminal. He was apparently having financial troubles prior to November, 1971, and he may have previously worked in an airline- related indus try.
The reasons for the above suppositions are in- cluded below.
BACKGROUND
It is felt Unsub was not an experienced criminal because of his mannerism exhibited after he received the ransom money. Unsub reportedly became somewhat childish in his actions and comments while counting the money.
· Unsub was familiar with the Seattle area, as indicated by his comments concerning the plane's location as it flew over Tacoma, Washington. In addition, Unsub made a comment as to the distance McChord Air Force Base was in relation to Sea-Tac Airport. Unsub reportedly indicated MeChord was approximately 20 minutes from Sea-Tac, which is essentially correct.
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Unsub stated he was hijacking the aircraft because of a grudge.
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Unsub stated he was hijacking the aircraft because of a grudge. He may have had a relative, possibly a son, killed in Vietnam or he may have had recent finan- cial problems which would foster such a: grudge.
Unsub's complexion has been described as swarthy or dark. The grudge may be associated with his background which could possibly be Indian, Mexican or possibly Italian descent. Note unsub has been described by witness as definitely having some Mexican or Indian "blood" in him.
It is noted the northwest area at the time of the hijacking was suffering from a depressed economic condition, and since Unsub was familiar with the Seattle area as in- dicated above, it is possible Unsub was out of work at the time of NORJAK. In addition, Unsub demonstrated considerable knowledge of aircraft and of flying, and it is felt he was employed in the aircraft industry, either civilian or military at one time in his life, therefore, it is logical to assume unsub may possibly have been out of work in an airlines-related industry.
of aircraft and of flying, and it is felt he was employed in the aircraft industry, either civilian or military at one time in his life, therefore, it is logical to assume unsub may possibly have been out of work in an airlines-related industry.
His actions and reactions that occurred throughout the hijacking indicate unsub probably was not a desperate man, nor was he mentally ill such as a paranoid type. Unsub exhibited an unusually calm manner throughout the whole hijacking.
Unsub was probably a "loner" and carried out the hijacking by himself, with no partners. Throughout the hijacking, he exhibited a competency in reacting to various situations that arose. It is believed that Unsub was not an experienced criminal, but a victim of circumstances.
- Unsub's physical build and his handiness with the parachute shroud lines indicates coordination and some physical ability as will as inventiveness. (It is noted that during the hijacking unsub requested a knapsack to put the money in and he received a small white bag instead. Unsub took a small pocket knife from his person and fashioned a means to attach the small bag to his body using parachute lines from an unused parachute.
Unsub took a small pocket knife from his person and fashioned a means to attach the small bag to his body using parachute lines from an unused parachute. Since it is
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believed unsub was not well prepared for the hijacking and had not thoroughly thought the hijacking out, he most pro's ". bably always carries a small pocket knife with him.
The following information tends to indicate unsub was somewhat conservative in his thinking and dress :
1. Short style hair
2. Age mid 40's
3. Dark colored suit, dark colored raincoat, white shirt, narrow black tie.
4. Unsub did not swear and showed a great deal of respect for the stewardesses on the airline because they were women. (Unsub engaged in a small argument with one of the passengers, as well as experiencing extremely tense and nervous situations, and through it all' he never used profane language - this might indicate he is possibly a religious man. Since he did drink, and since he is possibly religious, he probably is not a Baptist or Mormon. )
The following information tends to indicate Unsub possibily possessed athletic ability:
1.
Since he did drink, and since he is possibly religious, he probably is not a Baptist or Mormon. )
The following information tends to indicate Unsub possibily possessed athletic ability:
1. His physical build was described as average to well built, even though his age was 'described as in his mid-40's.
2. Unsub exhibited some physical dexterity using his hands and a small knife.
3. Unsub apparently parachuted from an aircraft at night; something that would require no small degree of physical ability.
It is felt unsub possibly maintains his physical well being through regular exercise.
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The following information tends to indicate the Unsub was a gentleman:
1. He offered to tip the stewardesses on the NORJAK flight after he received his ransom money. He did not offer. them ransom money as the tip, but used his own money.
2. During the entire hijacking he did not use profane language.
3. Throughout the hijacking he maintained a calm demeanor and spoke low and intelligently.
The following information tends to indicate Unsub lived in the northwest area at some time in his life:
1.
The following information tends to indicate Unsub lived in the northwest area at some time in his life:
1. Unsub knew the distance from McChord to Sea-Tac and recognized Tacoma, Washington from the air.
2. Unsub was dressed in a suit and lightweight overcoat which is commonly worn by many north- west area residents.
3. " No accent or unusual speech mannerisms were detected by the Northwest Airlines stewardesses who had a chance to observe him. .
SPORT PARACHUTIST
The hijacker is probably not a sports parachutist nor is he a member of a sport parachute club. The reasons for this are as follows :
1. The hijacker requested two back parachutes and two front parachutes. He gave no specific instructions as to the type of parachute that he desired. (i.e. a sports parachutist would 'probably have requested a steerable sport
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2. Several sport parachutists have advised that a sport parachutist possesses an emotional ' attachment to his parachute and probably would not jump from an aircraft with anyone else's chute, nor would they jump with a chute they had
Several sport parachutists have advised that a sport parachutist possesses an emotional ' attachment to his parachute and probably would not jump from an aircraft with anyone else's chute, nor would they jump with a chute they had not packed themselves.
The hijacker was furnished a parachute that opens quickly, has a high rate of descent, and one that was not steerable.
3. The hijacker was furnished two front parachutes, commonly called chest packs which are to be used in an emergency when the back pack parachute or main parachute fails to open properly. The chest pack parachute the hijacker took with him was a dummy parachute. It was designed for lectures to demon- strate to new parachutists the proper method of opening a chest pack parachute. It is felt' an experienced sports para- chutist would probably have noticed this defect.
4. Unsub's age has been described as mid 40's and it is noted that the average age in most sport parachute clubs is mid 20's. If Unsub was a member of a sport parachute club he would certainly be an unusual member, one that would be easily recognized by the other members, as well as one that was well known because of his unusual age.
was a member of a sport parachute club he would certainly be an unusual member, one that would be easily recognized by the other members, as well as one that was well known because of his unusual age. It is felt that due to the large amount of publicity afforded this case, someone in a sport parachute club would have recognized his fellow "sky diver" as being identical with Unsub if in fact Unsub was a member of any sports parachute .club.
When the stewardess presented the parachutes to the hijacker she also presented an instruction sheet on how to utilize a parachute. At that time, Unsub stated he did not need any instructions concerning the use of a parachute.
Since Unsub did not specify a specific type of chute and because of the above reasoning concerning Unsub's age, it is felt Unsub was not an experienced jumper or even a sport jumper. In addition, Unsub probably had some jump training most probably obtained while in the military.
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HABITS
Unsub drinks in moderation and is probably not an alcoholic. Unsub ordered one bourbon and seven at the be- ginning of the flight and although he was offered several free drinks later, he turned
Unsub ordered one bourbon and seven at the be- ginning of the flight and although he was offered several free drinks later, he turned them down. This would indicate that Unsub possessed sufficient willpower to refuse alcohol in a tension-filled situation. It is believed an alcoholic or a former alcoholic who had just had one drink and was placed in a situation of similar stress would succumb to the pressure and imbibe in the free drinks offered him by the stewardesses.
Located in the ashtray utilized by Unsub were eight cigarette butts, seven of which have been identified by the FBI Laboratory as Raleigh filter cigarettes, and the eighth cigarette is possibly the same. These cigar- ettes are sold in:a "soft pack". Unsub was in the aircraft eight hours in an extremely tense situation. During the eight hours, he had eight cigarettes. A two-pack-a-day smoker would have consumed 20 cigarettes in eight hours under normal circumstances. It is felt Unsub may possibly smoke less than one pack a day.
CLOTHES 1
Located in Seat 18 E (the seat Unsub occupied) was a black clip-on tie which contained a tie clip des- cribed as
CLOTHES 1
Located in Seat 18 E (the seat Unsub occupied) was a black clip-on tie which contained a tie clip des- cribed as yellow gold in color, with a white pearl circular stone in the center. The label in the tie bore the name "Towncraft" and bore the legend "Store 3; Penneys". The label in this tie showed it to be a "Snapper" patent type tie. Investigation at Las Vegas indicated this type tie was sold for about $1.50 and that this particular tie was about a year to a ayear and a half old. It was a favorite item for individuals such as waiters, busboys and barten- ders.
Stewardess has said that this tie, found on the aircraft, was probably Unsubs and other witnesses have indicated he wore a similar type tie.
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Since Unsub wore a tie during the hijacking and for other reasons described above, it. is felt he was possibly an executive. However, since the tie was narrow and a clip-on type not currently in style, Unsub was possibly not on a top-level executive.
Unsub carried with him a cheap briefcase that appeared to be new.
However, since the tie was narrow and a clip-on type not currently in style, Unsub was possibly not on a top-level executive.
Unsub carried with him a cheap briefcase that appeared to be new. It is thought the hijacker probably purchased this briefcase just prior to the hijacking to be used during the hijacking only.
Unsub wore a white shirt with small collar points indicating he probably did not have the money to obtain a more fashionable wardrobe (i.e. more colorful shirts with larger collars currently in style). The white shirt could also indicate the hijacker's conservative taste in clothing.
EDUCATION
Unsub was accessed to be a high school graduate possibly with some college training, based primarily on vocabulary used during the hijack. Further, Unsub impressed stewardesses as possibly being experienced in dealing with people. They, therefore, concluded he was the executive type and seemed to naturally dictate. the ransomed demands to the stewardesses in lieu of writing the notes out himself.

PHYSICAL
Race :	White
Sex:	Male
Age :	Mid 40'
PHYSICAL
Race :	White
Sex:	Male
Age :	Mid 40's
Height:	5110" - 61
· Weight:	170-180
Complexion:	Olive, Latin appearance medium smooth
Hair:	Dark brown or black, parted on the left and combed back
Sideburns :	Ear level .
Eyes :	Possibly brown. During latter part of flight, he put on dark, wrap-around sunglasses with dark frames.

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Voice : Low, spoke intelligently, no .particular .accent, possibly from midwest section of the United States. Characteristics: Smoked Raleigh filter tipped Wearing apparel: cigarettes Black or brown suit, narrow black tie, white shirt, black rain-type overcoat or dark topcoat, dark briefcase or attache case, brown shoes, carried paper bag, 4"x12"x14".
Characteristics: Smoked Raleigh filter tipped Wearing apparel: cigarettes Black or brown suit, narrow black tie, white shirt, black rain-type overcoat or dark topcoat, dark briefcase or attache case, brown shoes, carried paper bag, 4"x12"x14".
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Bureau File #: 164-2111
Title:
UNKNOWN SUBJECT;
NORTIIWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT #350,
PORTLAND, OREGON, TO SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
NOVEMBER 24, 1971
Character: CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
Synopsis: On November 24, 1971, a white male skyjacked a North- west Airlines Flight from Portland to Seattle. The hijacker demanded and received $200,000 and four para- chutes upon landing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. After receiving the ransom money, the hijacker allowed the passengers to leave: The plane then took off for Reno and at 8:11 p.m. a pressure oscillation was noted by the plane's crew. That pressure oscillation was probably caused by the hijacker leaving the aircraft.
a pressure oscillation was noted by the plane's crew. That pressure oscillation was probably caused by the hijacker leaving the aircraft. Search of the aircraft at Reno revealed the hijacker was not in the plane when it landed. Extensive searches of the area into which the hijacker would have landed failed to locate the hijacker or any evidence of value. The initial black and white artist composite drawing of the hijacker was changed. to a color sketch to more accurately reflect the hijacker's age and swarthy complexion.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS	Pages,
THE HIJACK	3- 8
LOGS AND RECORDS	9-13
SEARCH AREA ( WITH MAPS)	14-25
FIRST TERRAIN SEARCH	26
HUNTERS SEARCH	26-28
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TABLE OF CONTENTS	Pages,
THE HIJACK	3- 8
LOGS AND RECORDS	9-13
SEARCH AREA ( WITH MAPS)	14-25
FIRST TERRAIN SEARCH	26
HUNTERS SEARCH	26-28
SECOND TERRAIN SEARCH	(WITH MAPS)	28-31
CURRENT INVESTIGATION
Artist Sketch.	33
FAA Records	33
Boeing File	Review	33
Raleigh Cigarettes	35
First Skyjacking Utilizing Parachutes	40
SR 71 Flight	45-47

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THE HIJACK
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The Unsub, aka at 2:00 PM, Pacific Standard Time, November 24, 1971, purchased a one-way coach ticket at the Portland International Airport, Portland, Oregon, for travel from Portland
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THE HIJACK
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The Unsub, aka at 2:00 PM, Pacific Standard Time, November 24, 1971, purchased a one-way coach ticket at the Portland International Airport, Portland, Oregon, for travel from Portland to Seattle, Washington, on Northwest Orient Airlines Flight Number 305, which was a Boeing 727 aircraft. Unsub paid for this flight with a twenty dollar bill and had no luggage. He occupied seat number 18 E on the aircraft.
The Boeing 727 has three seats on each side of the aisle. Row 18 is the last one on both the right and left side of the aisle. The seats are identified from left to right as you face the front of the aircraft with A, B, C on the left side of the aisle and D (aisle seat), E (center seat) and F (window seat) on the right side.
Almost flush against the back of row 18, except for some eight inches near the aisle, is a bulkhead which forms the wall for the lavatories, located behind row 18; one on the right and one on the left .. Beyond the lavatory doors is the door leading to the air stairs.
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The door to the air stairs is always closed and locked, except when loading or unloading passengers.
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The door to the air stairs is always closed and locked, except when loading or unloading passengers. It is located straight away at the end of the aisle beyond row 18 and is perhaps some 3% feet from the last row and is in easy reach for someone sitting in row 18.
Built into the Tower portion of the door to the air stairs is the stewardess seat which is pulled down when in use, so that a person sitting in that seat looks straight down the aisle toward the front of the aircraft. On take-off this seat. was occupied by Stewardess
" Prior to the time the aircraft taxied on the run- way, he purchased a. bourbon and Seven Up from Stewardess As the aircraft taxied toward the runway for takeoff, Unsub turned and handed Stewardess a envelope containing a note written in black felt-tip pen on plain white unlined paper which said:
"Miss, I have a bomb here and I would like you to sit by me".
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The hijacker then dictated the following:
"I want $200,000 by 5:00 p.
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The hijacker then dictated the following:
"I want $200,000 by 5:00 p.m. in cash". (No specification as to denomination, age or sequence of bills). "Put it in a knapsack. I want two back parachutes and two front parachutes" (no other specification concerning para- chute types). "When we land I want a fuel truck ready to refuel" (probably his flying experience caused him to add this). "No funny stuff or I'll do the job" (the first attempted parachute skyjacking had been foiled about 12 days earlier by the hijacked aircraft's crew. )
The hijacker showed both Stewardesses the contents of his briefcase and stated it was an electrical device and requested the aircraft radio be used as little as possible.
The hijacker explained why he hijacked this plane by stating "it's not because I have a grudge against the airlines, it's because I have a grudge."
The hijacker then added that the flight suited his time, place and plans (probably the convenience of a Portland to Seattle flight suited the hijacker).
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The hijacker then added that the flight suited his time, place and plans (probably the convenience of a Portland to Seattle flight suited the hijacker).
The hijacker very carefully demanded that each and every note either written by him or dictated to the stewardess by him be returned to him and he also had a used match cover which was used to convey notes returned to him.
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the demand notes and then went to the cockpit where she displayed them to the captain of the aircraft. She thereafter remained in the cockpit where she prepared thirteen pages of notes concerning the hijacking.
The aircraft landed at Sea-Tac at 5:46 PM, PST, at which time $200,000. in twenty dollar bills, weighing 19 pounds, two back chutes and two chest chutes were given to him in a white canvas bag. The passengers then were allowed to deplane as were Stewardess and another stewardess.
The hijacker went to the lavatory just behind row 18 (the row he which he was sitting) and as he exited the lavatory he was seen carrying the briefcase on its side in both arms, with a 12"x16"x4" light-colored package on top of the briefcase.
row 18 (the row he which he was sitting) and as he exited the lavatory he was seen carrying the briefcase on its side in both arms, with a 12"x16"x4" light-colored package on top of the briefcase.
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Stewardess then acted as a communica- tions media between the Unsub. and the captain of the air- craft until about five minutes after the aircraft departed the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport when she was instruct- ed to go to the cockpit by the Unsub.
The hijacker's instructions after receiving the money were vague. He probably wanted to jump from the aircraft as soon as possible after the takeoff. The hi- jacker put two of the parachutes, a back pack and a front pack, on prior to take off. He also wanted the air stairs lowered prior to takeoff, which subsequently proved to be impossible. Finally the hijacker jumped as soon as practi- cal after the stairs were lowered in flight. The hijacker was delayed from jumping by the trouble he experienced in lowering the air stairs and by the fact he was not provided a knapsack but rather a small white canvas bag which he had to affix to her person utilizing parachute shroud lines from an unused
he experienced in lowering the air stairs and by the fact he was not provided a knapsack but rather a small white canvas bag which he had to affix to her person utilizing parachute shroud lines from an unused parachute.
The plane departed Sea-Tac at 7:36 PM. Some four or five minutes after take-off, was sent to the cockpit by the hijacker. Some ten minutes after she entered the cockpit, one of the officers received a call on the interphone from the hijacker, advising he could not get the air stairs down. The pilot then leveled off the aircraft and reduced the air speed. Within a very short time, the officer's panel showed that the stairs had been lowered and approximately five minutes later, . (8:05 PM), the officer contacted the hijacker who said everything was okay. That was the last communication with the hijacker.
- At 8:11 PM, while the plane was at 10,000 feet, the crew experienced a pressure bump or oscillation and the Cabin Pressure Rate of Change Gauge also reacted violently and it was thought, at that time, that the hijacker might have left the aircraft ..
When the aircraft landed at Reno, Nevada, a chest pack chute and' a back type chute were found on the plane.
When the aircraft landed at Reno, Nevada, a chest pack chute and' a back type chute were found on the plane. The missing chest pack chute, sometimes referred to as an emergency chute, is a training pack "dummied up" to look like a good one. The missing back pack chute is non-steerable and anyone utilizing this type chute would have no chance of slowing down or picking his spot on which to land.
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Also located in sear 18 E of the aircraft at Reno, was a black clip-on tie which tontained a tie clasp described as yellow gold in color with a white pearl circular stone in the center. The label in the tie bore the name "Town- craft" and bore Store #3, Penneys. The label in this tie showed it to be a "Snapper" patent type tie. Investiga- tion in Las Vegas indicated that this type sold for about $1.50, that it was about a year to a year and a half old, and it was a favorite item for individuals such as waiters, busboys and bartenders. Stewardess has said that this tie was probably the Unsub's and other witnesses have indicated that he wore a similar type tie.
Stewardess has said that this tie was probably the Unsub's and other witnesses have indicated that he wore a similar type tie.
Located in the ashtray utilized by the Unsub were eight cigarette butts, seven of which have been identified by the FBI Laboratory as Raleigh filter tip cigarettes and the eighth cigarette is probably the same. These cigarettes are sold in a "soft pack".
The two seats which she had observed to be oc- cupied by the unknown subject were processed for fingerprints. In addition the telephone, the area around the rear door, the rear door and four plastic drinking glasses found in the trash receptacle by the back door were also processed for fingerprints. In addition, a cloth towel affixed to the rear of one of the seats reportedly occupied by the unknown subject was removed and examined by Reno Agents. On that towel was noted what appeared to be a short human hair.
. The FBI Laboratory by communication dated Decem- ber 9, 1971, advised that an examination of the towel sub- mitted by the Las Vegas Office, disclosed a brown head hair clipping and a brown limb hair, both of Caucasian origin.
The FBI Laboratory by communication dated Decem- ber 9, 1971, advised that an examination of the towel sub- mitted by the Las Vegas Office, disclosed a brown head hair clipping and a brown limb hair, both of Caucasian origin. The report continued that the head hair clipping is suitable for significant comparison results, but that the limb hair possesses to few unique microscopic characteristics to be of value for that purpose.
The Laboratory also advised that the hairs obtain- ed from the towel have been mounted on a glass microscopic slide. They suggested that if microscopic comparisons between
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between the head hair clipping and a known head hair sample were desired, that the glass microscopic slide containing the hair clipping should be resubmitted to the Laboratory by the Las Vegas Office.
The contents of the ashtray, the towel and the microscopic slide were returned by the Laboratory to the Las Vegas Office and are being held by the Las Vegas Divi- sion as evidence.
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LOGS BY NORTHWEST ORIENT AIRLINES SEATTLE AND MINNEAPOLIS
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It is apparent from the following excerpts, taken ;. from logs maintained by ground personnel on November 24, ., 1971, that the hijacker exited the airplane at 8:11 p.m. local time,
When the hijacker jumped, the air stairs were forced closed causing an increase in air pressure similar to shutting a car door with the windows up. As this pressure increase occurred the co-pilot turned to look at the cabin rate of climb meter and in doing so his communications ear plug was pulled from his ear.
The co-pilot's comments at this time were being recorded on a tape recorder which had previously been started on a time standard signal. Through careful play back and sequencing, the time of the pressure oscillation caused by the air stairs closing after Unsub departed was determined to be 8 : 11 p.m. local time.
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Through careful play back and sequencing, the time of the pressure oscillation caused by the air stairs closing after Unsub departed was determined to be 8 : 11 p.m. local time.
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Time 8:12 p.m. PST
"11/25 305 getting some oscl1tns in the cabin mus be doing something with air stairs"
Handwritten logs maintained by
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8 :11 p.m. "Reno. looks good (weather) . 305 at the present cabin is fluctuating playing with air stairs fwd cabin lites on. "
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"Crew reported oscillation of cabin rate of climb indicator. This probably due to IIJ weight now on stairs, stairs extended further, resultant effect on cabin pressure. May be best estimate of when he exited air- plane."
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"(Airplane now at 10,000' 170K, gear down, flaps 150, FF 4000 #/hr/engine, TAT -7ºC) " .
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"(Airplane now at 10,000' 170K, gear down, flaps 150, FF 4000 #/hr/engine, TAT -7ºC) " ...
Log reconstructed from tape recordings of the conversations between Flight 305 and Ground Control. 8 : 11 p.m. "O. K. fine uh, at the present time uh, uh! (co-pilot, who is speaking, turned to look at the cabin rate of climb meter because of an increase in cabin pressure and in doing so his ear plug was pulled from his ear). .. . at the present time we're getting some uh, the uh, cabin uh rate uh. . .. uh, scuse me, my ear plug came out and I uh, at the present time we're getting some oscillations in the cabin rate of climb indicator and uh, apparently he (unsub) must be uh attempting to do something with the uh, the airstairs back there."
(There is a time correlation check on this tape and through careful play back and sequencing the time of oscillations caused by the airstairs closing after unsub departed was calculated at 8 : 11 p.m.) ..
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Ransom money in the amount of $200,000 was made up entirely of used, random 20 dollar bills.
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Ransom money in the amount of $200,000 was made up entirely of used, random 20 dollar bills. It was obtain- ed from the Seattle First National Bank, Main Office, and was part of a ransom package of $250,000. which had been maintained by the bank for such emergencies. The package measured approximately one foot by one foot by eight or nine inches and weighed 19 pounds.
A check of the Federal Aviation Administration flight section at Portland International Airport reflected that on November 24, 1971 between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM, there was a ceiling of 5,000 feet, 3,500 feet broken clouds, and at 1,500 feet scattered and broken clouds at times with a wind of 12-14 knots. The temperature at the end of the air stairs at the time of the jump was approximately 0º C.
On October 5, 1972, Northwest Orient Airlines, Minneapolis-Saint Paul Interna- tional Airport, advised he authorized a finers fee of $25, 000 total reward or 15% for any portion of the ransom money that is returned.
In addition, The Seattle Post-Intelligencer, a local newspaper in Seattle, has offered $5,000 for informa-
In addition, The Seattle Post-Intelligencer, a local newspaper in Seattle, has offered $5,000 for informa- tion leading to the arrest and conviction of Unsub.
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Northwest Airlines (RWA) Flight #305, depertox Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sca-fac) , undor hi -.. jack 11/24/71, at 7:36 PM. , At the orders of the hijacker, Che landing gear and flaps wore down. ; After the plane was aixborne, the hijacker and Stewardess discussed the opening of the rear door and the lowering of the nix stairs .. In less than five minutes after take-off, the hijacker instructed Stewardess to go forward into the First Class Section and close the curtain behind her and not to return to the rear compartment again.
At 7:42 PM, the crew advised that the stair Light was on, indicating that the hijacker was doing something with the air stairs. The plane, at that time, was flying at 7,000 Ecct.
1/ 1 The log contained an ontry at 8:05 PM, indicating the crow had on two occasions, attempted to make contact with the hijacker but he did not reply.
1/ 1 The log contained an ontry at 8:05 PM, indicating the crow had on two occasions, attempted to make contact with the hijacker but he did not reply. However, he then spoke over the PA system ang, said "everything is chay."
An analysis on 11/24 and 25/71, of the flight path of the aireraft, after it loft Seattle, and the Logs provided by NRA, suggested thex the hijacker was still in the airplane as of 8:05 PM. At that time the plane, according to radar tracking by the. D. C. Alx Force, was located at a point north of the Pidgeon Springo, Washington arca and cast of Ostrander, Washington. This world i ve been the northach most point when he was knem to be on che aircraft.
At 8: 11 PM, according to a log maintained by NWA, the crew reported that they were "getting some oscillations in the cabin, must be doing something with air stairs." An analysis as to the cause of this ooscillation, also referred to as a "pressure bump" or "change in the cabin pressure" pointed to the probability that it was caused by the hijacker leaving the aircraft.