11/28/77;
- P -
Sub HA
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ADMINISTRATIVE:
The purpose of this report is to advise the Bureau of the pertinent information that has occurred since referenced report. Investigation concerning individual suspects are not included in this report inasmuch as the results of this investigation to date have been negative. In addition, no copies are being desig- nated to other Divisions or the USA's Office, at Seattle or Portland, for the same reason.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS CLAIMED	 NONE	ACQUIT- TALS	CASE HAS BEEN:
CONVIC.	PRETRIAL DIVERSION	FUG.	FINES	SAVINGS	RECOVERIES
PENDING OVER ONE YEAR 



ES
NO PENDING PROSECUTION OVER SIX MONTHS
YES
NO

APPROVED
SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE
COPIES MADE:
8 - Bureau (164-2111) 3
Seattle (164-81)

Dissemination Record of Attached
ES
NO PENDING PROSECUTION OVER SIX MONTHS
YES
NO

APPROVED
SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE
COPIES MADE:
8 - Bureau (164-2111) 3
Seattle (164-81)

Dissemination Record of Attached Report
Agency
Request Recd.
Date Fwd ..
How Fwd.
By

DO NOT WRITE IN SPACES BELOW
164-81-7942
F
Notations
A
COVER PAGE
DB Cooper-16678

REPORT MADE BY	TYPED BY
SA	ljt

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A code name for this case has been given by the Bureau as NORJAK and will be used in all communications.
There are currently 939 suspects, 922 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed and appro- priate investigation is being instituted. No promising sus- pects are under consideration at this time.
New suspects are being developed and appro- priate investigation is being instituted. No promising sus- pects are under consideration at this time.
Positive information will be immediately forwarded to the Bureau by appropriate communication.
The Bureau advised by teletype dated 5/5/78 to all offices that press inquiries concerning this important hijacking matter should be limited to certain specific information which was set out in the teletype and also all offices were to for- ward to Seattle any additional press inquiries received at other field divisions in order to preclude inadvertent disclosure of confidential information.
The investigative period of this report reflects the fact that investigation has been conducted on a daily basis by the Seattle Office as well as other divisions and also foreign countries. The Bureau will note that during the period of this report the Seattle file increased by approximately 185 serials for an average of about 30 serials per month.
B*
COVER PAGE
DB Cooper-16679FD-204 (Rev. 3-3-59)
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Copy to:
Report of:
SA
Date:
5/26/78
3-3-59)
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Copy to:
Report of:
SA
Date:
5/26/78
Field Office File #:
164-81
Title:
NORJAK

Office:	SEATTLE
Bureau File #:	164-2111

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Character:
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
Synopsis: All investigation to identify UNSUB has been negative. The 21 possible suspects developed as a result of a manual search of the Bureau's Missing Person files have been eliminated. Investigation continuing at Seattle and other divisions. ARMED & DANGEROUS
- P -
DETAILS :
All investigation to identify Unknown Subject to date has been negative to date.
The 21 possible suspects developed as a result of a manual search of the Bureau's Missing Person files have been processed and no information was developed to indicate that any of them are involved in this case.
The Seattle Office advised the Bureau by airtel dated 5/16/78 that approximately 80 partial latent prints were obtained from the NORJAK aircraft and that Seattle requested that these partials be
The Seattle Office advised the Bureau by airtel dated 5/16/78 that approximately 80 partial latent prints were obtained from the NORJAK aircraft and that Seattle requested that these partials be searched through the computer system for possible identification. In addition, the Bureau was requested to forward to Seattle a copy of any full impressions or any classifiable impressions so that they could be searched through local files in the State of Washington.
1* This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency,
DB Cooper-16680FD-263 (Rev: 7-15-75)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

REPORTING OFFICE	OFFICE OF ORIGIN	DATE	INVESTIGATIVE PERIOD
SEATTLE	SEATTLE	5/26/78	11/29/77-5/16/78

TITLE OF CASE
NORJAK (A)

REPORT MADE BY	TYPED BY
SA	2 ljt

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CHARACTER OF CASE
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
REFERENCE : Seattle report of
(A)

REPORT MADE BY	TYPED BY
SA	2 ljt

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CHARACTER OF CASE
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
REFERENCE : Seattle report of SA Butel to all offices, 5/5/78; and Seattle airtel to Bureau, 5/16/78. - P -
11/28/77; b6 b7C
ADMINISTRATIVE :
The purpose of this report is to advise the Bureau of the pertinent information that has occurred since referenced report. Investigation concerning individual suspects are not included in this report inasmuch as the results of this investigation to date have been negative. In addition, no copies are being desig- nated to other Divisions or the USA's Office, at Seattle or Portland, for the same reason.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS CLAIMED	 NONE	ACQUIT- TALS	CASE HAS BEEN:
CONVIC.	PRETRIAL DIVERSION	FUG.	FINES	SAVINGS	RECOVERIES
PENDING OVER ONE YEAR 



ES
NO PENDING PROSECUTION OVER SIX MONTHS
YES
ACCOMPLISHMENTS CLAIMED	 NONE	ACQUIT- TALS	CASE HAS BEEN:
CONVIC.	PRETRIAL DIVERSION	FUG.	FINES	SAVINGS	RECOVERIES
PENDING OVER ONE YEAR 



ES
NO PENDING PROSECUTION OVER SIX MONTHS
YES
NO

APPROVED	SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE	DO NOT WRITE IN SPACES BELOW
COPIES MADE:
8 - Bureau (164-2111) 3 Seattle (164-81)
164-81-7942 F

Dissemination Record of Attached Report
Agency
Request Recd.
Date Fwd .
3 Seattle (164-81)
164-81-7942 F

Dissemination Record of Attached Report
Agency
Request Recd.
Date Fwd ..
How Fwd.
By

Notations
A
COVER PAGE
DB Cooper-16681SE 164-81
A code name for this case has been given by the Bureau as NORJAK and will be used in all communications.
There are currently 939 suspects, 922 of whom have been eliminated. New suspects are being developed and appro- priate investigation is being instituted. No promising sus- pects are under consideration at this time.
Positive information will be immediately forwarded to the Bureau by appropriate communication.
The Bureau advised by teletype dated 5/5/78 to all offices that press inquiries concerning this important hijacking matter should be limited to certain specific information which was set out in the teletype and also all
The Bureau advised by teletype dated 5/5/78 to all offices that press inquiries concerning this important hijacking matter should be limited to certain specific information which was set out in the teletype and also all offices were to for- ward to Seattle any additional press inquiries received at other field divisions in order to preclude inadvertent disclosure of confidential information.
The investigative period of this report reflects the fact that investigation has been conducted on a daily basis by the Seattle Office as well as other divisions and also foreign countries. The Bureau will note that during the period of this report the Seattle file increased by approximately 185 serials for an average of about 30 serials per month.
B*
COVER PAGE
DB Cooper-16682FD-204 (Rev. 3-3-59)
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Copy to:
Report of:
SA
Date:
5/26/78
Field Office File #:
164-81
Title:
NORJAK

Office:	SEATTLE
Bureau File #:	164-2111

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Character:
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
Synopsis:
All investigation to identify UNSUB has been
negative.
SEATTLE
Bureau File #:	164-2111

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Character:
CRIME ABOARD AIRCRAFT - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
Synopsis:
All investigation to identify UNSUB has been
negative. The 21 possible suspects developed as a result
of a manual search of the Bureau's Missing Person files
have been eliminated. Investigation continuing at Seattle
and other divisions.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
- P -
DETAILS :
All investigation to identify Unknown Subject to date has been negative to date.
The 21 possible suspects developed as a result of a manual search of the Bureau's Missing Person files have been processed and no information was developed to indicate that any of them are involved in this case.
The Seattle Office advised the Bureau by airtel dated 5/16/78 that approximately 80 partial latent prints were obtained from the NORJAK aircraft and that Seattle requested that these partials be searched through the computer system for possible identification. In addition, the Bureau was requested to forward to Seattle a copy of any full impressions or any classifiable impressions so that they could be searched through local files in the State of Washington.
addition, the Bureau was requested to forward to Seattle a copy of any full impressions or any classifiable impressions so that they could be searched through local files in the State of Washington.
1* This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-1668BFD-36 (Rev. 7-27-76)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR .
Date
5/25/78

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

but & C
In order that the office of origin in this important matter be fully aware of what information has been released to the press by the Portland Division, the following lead is being set out:
LEAD:
PORTLAND
Will forward to Seattle a copy of
important matter be fully aware of what information has been released to the press by the Portland Division, the following lead is being set out:
LEAD:
PORTLAND
Will forward to Seattle a copy of all press releases as well as all newspaper clippings contained in Portland's NORJAK file.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
2 - Bureau 2 - Portland (164-41) 3 - Seattle RNŇ/1jt (7) 
164-81-7943
7
Approvo !:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per
DB Cooper-16684
GPO : 1977 O - 225-530 Airtel6/7/78
SAC, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (P) NORJAK
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) b6 b7C
Re Las Vegas letter to San Diego dated 5/30/78; Seattle letter to Las Vegas dated 1/20/78, and San Francisco letter to Seattle dated 1/12/78.
For information of Los Angeles, investigation by the Las Vegas Division at Panaca, Nevada, determined that is in California with and can be located at telephone number
Review of San Diego telephone directory determined above listed number in the Los Angeles, Riverside, California, area.
LEADS :
LOS ANGELES
AT RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA. Will locate, identify and interview through telephone number to determine if identical
with
date of birth
It should be noted that bearing Nevada
Will locate, identify and interview through telephone number to determine if identical
with
date of birth
It should be noted that bearing Nevada License Number
owns a
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2-Los Angeles J-Seattle (164-81) 2-San Diego
BEH : VKw (5) 
164-81-7944 SEARCHED
INDEXED SERIALIZED. 41 FILED JUN 1 0 1978
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IN b6 b7c
DB Cooper-16685
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FEDERKO BUREAU OF INVEST ATION Washington, D. C. 20537
REPORT of the IDENTIFICATION DIVISION LATENT FINGERPRINT SECTION
June 1, 1978

YOUR FILE NO.	164-81 (P)
FBI FILE NO.	164-2111
LATENT CASE NO.

TO:
SAC, Seattle
Sub a Ga in ( .. ...; )
RE:
NORJAK
REFERENCE: Airtel 5-16-78
EXAMINATION REQUESTED BY: Seattle
SPECIMENS:
Computer searches have previously been conducted with several of the latent fingerprints without effecting an identification. The computer searches were based on the fingerprint classification, finger sequence and available description of the unknown subject.
The computer searches were based on the fingerprint classification, finger sequence and available description of the unknown subject.
Photographs of seventy-eight unidentified latent fingerprints and one latent impression in this case are enclosed. 659
164-81-1A
Enc. (51) .
Robert 8. Kent
Assistant Director, Identification Division
THIS REPORT IS FURNISHED FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY DB Cooper-16686
164.81-7945 FBI/DOJ
b6 b7cFD-36 (R :::. 3-24-77)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL A TRTET Routine EFTO CLEAR
Date
5,418/78
TO:
SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164-22)
FROM:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
Re Little Rock letter to Seattle dated 4/27/78.
Enclosed for Seattle and Little Rock is one copy each of the following:
1. State of California, Department of Justice, Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (CII) record of
2.
State of California, Department of Justice, Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (CII) record of
2. CII application form for public employment of
3. CII criminal history of
4. CII application form
of
5. CII fingerprint classification card for
A review of records maintained by the California Department of Justice, Organized Crime and Criminal Intelli- gence Branch by SA revealed the enclosed documents. Criminal Intelligence Analyist, Organized Crime and Criminal Intelligence Branch, advised that a stop will be placed on the above individuals files so 2 = Little Rock (Enc, 5) 2 - Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 5) 2 - Sacramento KDS/kmc (6) 
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number) (Time)
164-81-7948

SEARCHED	INDEXED
SERIALIZED DE FILED 2
MA /22 1978 FBI-SEATTLE

Per 0pm
DB Cooper-16695
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SC 164-50
that the Sacramento Division, FBI, will receive notification of subsequent entries, should any occur.
DE FILED 2
MA /22 1978 FBI-SEATTLE

Per 0pm
DB Cooper-16695
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SC 164-50
that the Sacramento Division, FBI, will receive notification of subsequent entries, should any occur.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
Y
2*
DB Cooper-16696
FUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

DATE:	5/24/78
REPLY TO ATTN OF:	SA

SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
1
memorandum
b6 b7c
b6 b7C
On May 18, 1978, while attending police exhibit at Tacoma Mall, an individual approached SA and advised him that he believed he knew the identity of D. B. COOPER. The individual identified himself as (phonetic) , He advised whom he described as a
the D. B. COOPER incident occurred.
He advised that
was from California.
was currently working
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
164-81-7950 SEARCHED
INDEXED SERIALIZED JA FILED 18. MAY 24 1978
let
FBI=SEATTLE
RTM/jcb - (3)
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan *U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3300
DB Cooper-16697
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan *U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3300
DB Cooper-16697
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112
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b6 b7C b7DUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT

DATE:	5/24/78
REPLY TO ATTN OF:	SA

SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
memorandum
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
On May 18, 1978, while attending police exhibit at Tacoma Mall, an individual approached SA and advised
b6 b7c b7D
him that he believed he knew the identity of D. B. COOPER. The individual identified himself as (phonetic) ,
He advised
whom he described as a
the D. B. COOPER incident occurred.
He advised that
was from California.
was currently working
b6 b7C b7D
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
164-81-7950 SEARCHED VERIALIZEI
of FILED
INDEXED la MAY 24 1978
FBI-SEATTLE
RTM/jcb (3)
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan *U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3360
DB Cooper-16698 OPTIONAL FORM NO.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan *U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3360
DB Cooper-16698 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112FD-36 (Rev. 7-27-76)
TRANSMET VIA: []] Teletype 
CLASSIFICATION: Priority Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile [XXAirtel
FBI
PRECEDENCE: SECRET CONFIDENTIAL Routine EFTO CLEAR
Date
6/16/78
TO
: DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
Enclosed for the Alexandria Division is one (1) copy of an FD-302 reflecting interview with dated 5/19/78, and one (1) copy of WFO teletype to the Bureau dated 8/2/77.
For the information of the Alexandria Division, JACK COFFELT has been suggested as a suspect in this matter and has been processed and eliminated. The television show "60 Minutes" is interested in doing an expose' in which they claim the FBI is covering up the fact that COFFELT is really identical to Unsub in this matter.
The television show "60 Minutes" is interested in doing an expose' in which they claim the FBI is covering up the fact that COFFELT is really identical to Unsub in this matter.
According to
at Arlington, Virginia, on November 24, 1971, the date of captioned hijacking. Living in an adjacent building was an attorney
Arlington, Viriginia.
The allegedly lived at the and had telephone number
In order that it might be possible to answer some of the questions that "60 Minutes" might come up with prior to their "60 Minutes" segment on JACK COFFELT, the following leads are set out.
2 - Bureau 2 - Honolulu (164-85) 3 - Alexandria (164-72) (Enc. 2) (31- Seattle RNN : skh (10)
164-81.7951
7
DB Cooper-16699
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
(Number) (Time)
GPO : 1477 0 - 225-539
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LEADS :
HONOLULU DIVISION
At Honolulu, Hawaii Will obtain, if possible, a copy of any photograph of JACK COFFELT. b6 b7C
ALEXANDRIA DIVISION
At Arlington, Virginia
Will conduct the following investigations :
1. Conduct a complete and thorough neighborhood
investigation at to include an interview of any resident at that address who was
Conduct a complete and thorough neighborhood
investigation at to include an interview of any resident at that address who was living there at the time lived there and also to
b6 b7C include an interview of
2. Will conduct long distance toll records of telephone number after verifying that telephone number to have been subscribed to by JACK (Alexandria advise Seattle if a subpoena will be necessary for this information as well as whether the information is still available.
3 Conduct credit and criminal checks concerning and determine if possible perhaps through the records of the was paid and if by check, which bank it was drawn on. Thereafter contact the appropriate bank to determine financial information which may indicate presence in the Alexandria, Virginia, area on November 24, 1971. (Alexandria advise Seattle if a subpoena will be necessary for these bank records)
4. Conduct any and all leads in the vicinity
of in Arlington that may indicate b6 b7C
any information concerning and possibly
lead to information which would indicate where JACK COFFELT was on November 24, 1971.
Conduct any and all leads in the vicinity
of in Arlington that may indicate b6 b7C
any information concerning and possibly
lead to information which would indicate where JACK COFFELT was on November 24, 1971.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
b6 b7C
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DB Cooper-16700
3 SE 164-81
JACK COFFELT is described as follows:

Name :	BRYANT ARTHUR JAMES COFFELT
Alias:	JACK COFFELT BRYAN COFFELT
Sex :	Male
Race :	Caucasian
Height:	6'2"
Weight:	195 pounds
Hair:	Brown
Eyes :	Gray
Date of Birth:	2/20/16
Place of Birth:	Carthage, Missouri
SSAN :	513-26-2480.

is described as follows:
Name :
Alias:
Nee :
Race :
Sex :
Date of Birth:
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DB Cooper-16701
3 FD-36 (Rev. 7-27-76)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION:
[] Teletype
[_] Immediate
[*] TOP SECRET
SECRET
[ _] Facsimile [XXAirtel 
[ .
7-27-76)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION:
[] Teletype
[_] Immediate
[*] TOP SECRET
SECRET
[ _] Facsimile [XXAirtel 
[ . ] Priority
Routine
CONFIDENTIAL
EFTO
CLEAR
Date
6/16/78
TO
: DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
Enclosed for the Alexandria Division is one (1) copy of an FD-302 reflecting interview with dated 5/19/78, and one (1) copy of WFO teletype to the Bureau dated 8/2/77.
For the information of the Alexandria Division, JACK COFFELT has been suggested as a suspect in this matter and has been processed and eliminated. The television show "60 Minutes" is interested in doing an expose' in which they claim the FBI is covering up the fact that COFFELT is really identical to Unsub in this matter.
According to
at Arlington, Virginia, on November 24, 1971, the date of captioned hijacking. Living in an adjacent building was an attorney
Arlington, Viriginia.
The allegedly lived at the and had telephone number
In order that it might be possible to answer some of the questions that "60 Minutes" might come up with prior to their "60 Minutes" segment on
The allegedly lived at the and had telephone number
In order that it might be possible to answer some of the questions that "60 Minutes" might come up with prior to their "60 Minutes" segment on JACK COFFELT, the following leads are set out.
2 - Bureau 2 - Honolulu (164-85) 3 - Alexandria (164-72) (Enc. 2) (3)- Seattle RNN : skh (10) 
164-81-7951
7
Approved: Transmitted
(Number) (Time) Per DB Cooper-16702
GPO : 1977 0 - 225-534
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FBI :
6/15/78

TO:	DIRECTOR,	FBI (164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, SAN	DIEGO (164-91) (RUC)

NORJAK (A) (00: Seattle)
Ro Seattle letter to the Bureau dated 5/13/78. After numerous attempts to contact
an interview was arranged for
On 6/13/78, was furnished five black and white photographs of one JAMES BRYANT COFFELF in an effort to determine if COFFELT is identical to the unknown subject of captioned case.
After numerous attempts to contact
an interview was arranged for
On 6/13/78, was furnished five black and white photographs of one JAMES BRYANT COFFELF in an effort to determine if COFFELT is identical to the unknown subject of captioned case.
reviewed the photographs and advised she has been shown the photographs before in
by
whose names she can not remember.
She stated that even though all of the photographs are of the same person, only two resemble the unknown subject. She advised that the two most resembling the unknown subject are the ones of the person in the photograph smoking a cig- arette and in the photograph of a side-face view which was
2-Bureau (AM-RM) 2-Seattle (AM-RM) I-San Diego EEN : vkw (5)
-
164-81-7952 SEARCHED _A "" DE JUN 1 9 1978 08-SENILE
1
DB Cooper-16705
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apparently taken outside. She stated she can not make a positive identification.
advised that to this date, she has not been contacted by anyone from CBS News, but that if she should be contacted, she would immediately contact the FBI.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 -
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DB Cooper-16705 OPTIONAL FORM NO.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 -
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DB Cooper-16705 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
: SAC, Seattle (164-81) (P)
FROM
: Director, FBI (164-2111)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00:
SEATTLE
PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE
DATE: 6/13/78
Reurairtel dated 5/23/78.
Enclosed as requested is one copy of the videotape of Alan Lansbury's production, "Still At Large."
Since this is one film in a pilot series to be aired in the future, it should not be shown to other than FBI personnel. When finished with videotape, return to the Bureau, Attention: Public Affairs Office.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
Enclosure/we'd
5010-110
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Pas
SAC (aufr)
164-81-7953
SEARCHED SERIALIZED
INDEXED FILED
JUN 15 1978
ATTLE n
N
DB Cooper-16707
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6/16/78

TO	: SAG, ST. LOUIS (164-63)
FROM	: SAC, DENVER (164-640) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SE
RE: Suspect aka.
LOUIS (164-63)
FROM	: SAC, DENVER (164-640) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SE
RE: Suspect aka. ,
Re St. Louis airtel to Seattle, dated 5/9/78.
On 6/15/78, after numerous attempts. was located at his residence, Pueblo,
Colorado. reairtel, that advised after reviewing enclosures to had been at
with an organization known as He stated was at from 1961 through 1963.
Thereafter, he again saw at a small town near and he believed between 1963 and 1964 the name of this tom was recalled that may possibly have been in a
stated that in 1964 or 1965 went to
further advised was never in any organizations the same as
LEAD: ST. LOUIS DIVISION
2 2 - St. Louis (md) >> Seattle (164-81) (RM) 2 - Denver RMW/11d (6)
164-81-7954
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED A FILED. JUN 21 19780 FBI-SEATTLE
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DB Cooper-16708 5
DN 164-640
At NPRC, St. Louis, Missouri:
Attempt to locate records for
noting additional spellings of the name as set forth by 
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DB Cooper-16709UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum b6 b7C
DATE: 6/20/78
REPLY TO ATTN OF: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
Attempt to locate records for
noting additional spellings of the name as set forth by 
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DB Cooper-16709UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum b6 b7C
DATE: 6/20/78
REPLY TO ATTN OF: SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE
TO:
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
RE :
A review of sub file indicates the following discrepancies in his physical appearance which tend to indicate he is not identical with the Unsub in this matter.
was suggested as a suspect by
of Pueblo Colorado
stated
had a
and in addition
had not seen since 1965.
date of
birth is
which would mean that he would have
been years old at the time of Norjak.
has a noticeable
at least 1959. .
In view of these discrepancies in physical appearance compared to Unsub in this matter, no further investigation will be conducted concerning him at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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(3
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) · GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11 G 5010-112
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DATE:
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DATE: 6/20/78
REPLY TO SA ATTN OF:

SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
RE :
A review of sub file indicates the following discrepancies in his physical appearance which tend to indicate he is not identical with the Unsub in this matter.
was suggested as a suspect by
of Pueblo, Colorado.
stated
had a
and in addition,
had not seen
since 1965.
date of
birth is
which would mean that he would have
been
years old at the time of Norjak.
has a noticeable
at least 1959.
In view of these discrepancies in physical appearance compared to Unsub in this matter, no further investigation will be conducted concerning him at this time.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
RNN.@cf (3)
1611-81-7955
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED Y FILED JUN 20 1973 FBI-SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan S
DB Cooper-16711
OPTIONAL. FORM NO.
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1611-81-7955
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED Y FILED JUN 20 1973 FBI-SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan S
DB Cooper-16711
OPTIONAL. FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11 6 5010- 112
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Date
9/17/75
Suple Q
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El Paso,
Texas, was interviewed at the Chamizal National Memorial, U.S. Department of Interior, National Park Service, 800 San Marcial, where he is employed
by Special Agent (SA)
who immediately identified himself as a Special Agent of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) . was advised of the purpose of this interview and volun- tarily furnished the following information:
On September 10, 1975, he read the article in the El Paso Times, captioned "Suspected Skyjacker Calls Similarity 'Kind of Scary'" with date line, Washington, which reflected that an acquaintance of his, might possibly be identical with D. B. COOPER, the airline hijacker who parachuted with $200,000 ransom money from a Northwest Orient, 727 Jet on Thanksgiving Eve, 1971, and was.
COOPER, the airline hijacker who parachuted with $200,000 ransom money from a Northwest Orient, 727 Jet on Thanksgiving Eve, 1971, and was. never seen again.
On September 10, or September 11, 1975, through b6 b7C
he attempted to contact and eventually who stated that
spoke with
"they" were having a hard time remembering what did on or about Thanksgiving Eve, 1971, refreshed her memory.
until he
On Thursday morning, Thanksgiving Day, date unknown, 1971, at approximately 3 A.M., he drove from his residence at Alexandria, b6 b7C
Virginia to
east of Fairfax City, Virginia
there he awoke
and himself were joined by
and pro cecded in . automobile on Highway 81 or Highway 66 to Gainesville, Virginia, turning off to Route 55, heading west towards
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File #
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by SA
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Date dictated
9/17/75
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It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
164-81-7956
DB Cooper-16712EP 164-52
Marshall, Virginia. They were unable to reach Marshall, due to the heavy snow and traffic tie-ups so they turned around and went back to Hay Market, Virginia on Route 15, stopping: at Frostie's Diner at Warrington, Virginia to have coffee. Not being able to get out of the Warrington area to the area they had selected to hunt in, they then proceeded to Quantico, Marine Corps Base, Quantico, Virginia and en route on Highway 66, found a car "wrapped around a tree" and deserted. They then proceeded on Highway 66 to Vinthill Farms turn off and proceeded to Quantico.
He noted that it is a requirement in Quantico Marine Base, Quantico, Virginia, that one must register at the Marine Corps Base as a hunter and must receive an instruc- tion at an unrecalled building, prior to hunting.
on Thanksgiving Day, 1971, at Quantico, Marine Corps Base for hunting at Quantico.
in Quantico Marine Base, Quantico, Virginia, that one must register at the Marine Corps Base as a hunter and must receive an instruc- tion at an unrecalled building, prior to hunting.
on Thanksgiving Day, 1971, at Quantico, Marine Corps Base for hunting at Quantico. He did not see during the day inasmuch as hunted in one sector of the Marine Corps Base and he hunted in another sector of the base, At the end of the day, did return to
residence together.
He was then working for Brentwood Maintenance Yard for National Capitol Parks and he did not take the day off and he noted this was the only time he ever hunted in Virginia on Thanksgiving Day.
He noted that he had known since approximately 1963 when they
at Falls Church, Virginia.
moved from Falls Church, Virginia in 1965 to North Madison, Ohio.
In approximately 1966 to 1967, the came to North Madison, Ohio and lived with him until they "found 'a house of their own. While in Ohio, he recommended for a job at Cleveland Crane and Engineering and would not recommend for another job. inasmuch as worked for only a short while before he walked out on the job.
In approximately 1967 or 1968, the left Ohio and moved back to Virginia.
inasmuch as worked for only a short while before he walked out on the job.
In approximately 1967 or 1968, the left Ohio and moved back to Virginia.
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In approximately 1971, moved back to Virginia and he noted that in approximately 1973 the left Virginia to move out west, possibly Phoenix Arizona noting that within a few months the returned back to Virginia.
On July 7, 1974, he left Virginia for El Paso, Texas and has not heard from or spoken with since that date.
unknown), who reside somewhere in Florida and made several trips to visit them.
(names has
The most money he has ever known to have was approximately $1200.
He believes in some unknown town in Oklahoma.
who resides
in San Antonio, Texas.
He noted that while there in Ohio, so could buy
did not pay off the note.
He was exhibited color and black and white artist's conceptions of unknown subject and advised that none of them resembled but noted that they best resembled himself if he lost approximately 40 pounds.
is described as follows:
Sex:
Male
Race :
White
Citizenship:
American
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
is described as follows:
Sex:
Male
Race :
White
Citizenship:
American
Date of Birth:
Place of Birth:
Height :
5 feet 11 inches
Weight :
200 pounds
Scars and Marks:
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Military Service;
US Army Serial Number
Honorable.
Discharge: Military Specialty:
Present Employer :
Department of Interior, National Park Service, since April, 1971.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Date of transcription
January 3, 1974
was contacted and
advised of the identity of the interviewing Agent as well as the nature of the inquiry. Subsequent to this, he freely and voluntarily furnished the following information: 1
Prior to coming he had been
prior to and after a hijacking occurred in the northwest section of the United States, approximately 12 years ago, : in which a man known as D. B. COOPER is responsible for that hijacking. advised that
there was a
and who prior to the hijacking in which D.
COOPER is responsible for that hijacking. advised that
there was a
and who prior to the hijacking in which D. B. COOPER is suspected of committing, was frequently This man by the name of b6 b7c b7D
stated that he
is positive that this just before this hijacking occurred and did not return until after the
hijacking had occurred. When
Also after returning
done prior to
remembers that he
asked
what he was going to do when he went on laughingly told
leave and
File #
El Paso 164-52-26
Inferviewed on.
12/27/73
at
20
SA
1/2/74
by:
psr por
Date dictated
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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 distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-16716 164-81-7957EP 164-52
After returning
continued to
was told by identities unrecalled, that they
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After returning
stated that would have
Also after returning
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never did prior to
At the time the hijacking occurred,
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to
was told by identities unrecalled, that they
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had seen a
After returning
stated that would have
Also after returning
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something
never did prior to
At the time the hijacking occurred,
advised ·
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However, did state that the hijacking was a favorite topic of conversation
advised that
this man named D. B. COOPER had been successful in what he had done and even after the interest in the matter died down, it was not unusual for of D. B. COOPER any chance he had the opportunity. In fact, advised that and it
was not unusual for
Additionally,
to refer to D. B. COOPER as advised that in his
opinion
To the best of is presently assigned to the
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seems to recall that is
presently assigned to
has not seen since August, 1973, when he left and stated that he became initially continued to
talk about the hijacking and how
over the fact that D. B. COOPER successfully perpetrated a hijacking. He then began
when he
returned from leave. He stated that this matter until recently and then thought of the possibility that there might be a reward offered for information leading. to the identity of the individual who is D.
He stated that this matter until recently and then thought of the possibility that there might be a reward offered for information leading. to the identity of the individual who is D. B. COOPER and this is why he desired to speak about the matter. He did request that this be kept as confidential as possible and that he was only doing this because he thought there might possibly be a reward issued for the identification of this D. B. COOPER.
described
as follows :
Race
Caucasian
Sex
Male
Age
Approximately 35
Hair
Light colored, more blond
than brown
Eyes
Blue
Height
6'3" to 6'6"
Weight
Over 200 pounds 1.
Build
Military Training
and was therefore familiarized with parachute and airborn training
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DB Cooper-16718
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Scars or Tattoos
Complexion
Normal, except when on field maneuvers his face would occasionally become ruddy;
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DB Cooper-16719 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorar lum Seattle
DATE: 5-15-18
95% FROM
: SAC,
: SAC, EL PASO RUC
SUBJECT:
SEE ATTACHED File Destruction Program
(Title)
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Enclosed are 2 items.
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorar lum Seattle
DATE: 5-15-18
95% FROM
: SAC,
: SAC, EL PASO RUC
SUBJECT:
SEE ATTACHED File Destruction Program
(Title)
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Enclosed are 2 items.
These items are forwarded your office since: All logical investigation completed in this Division You were 00 at the time our case was RUC'd.
Enclosures are described as follows:
FD 340 (s) FD 302 (s)
2
Lab Report (s) 1
164-81-7958
Enc.
NOTE: DO NOT BLOCK STAMP ORIGINAL ENCLOSURES. X
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DB Cooper-16720 XX Airtel
6/16/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
1
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
(00: Seattle)
Bufile 164-2111
Re Seattle airtel to Portland dated 5/25/78. Enclosed herewith for Seattle is a packet consisting of xerox copies of all press clippings contained in the Portland file concerning captioned matter.
For information of Seattle, Portland has issued no press releases concerning captioned matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
- 2 Seattle (Enc. 1) 2 - Portland
RPH : cab (4)
164-81-7959
SEARCHED
INDEXED SETAIZED FILED JUN 1 7 1978 FUI -SEATTLE
W
DB Cooper-1672;XX AIRTEL
6/16/78

TO
1) 2 - Portland
RPH : cab (4)
164-81-7959
SEARCHED
INDEXED SETAIZED FILED JUN 1 7 1978 FUI -SEATTLE
W
DB Cooper-1672;XX AIRTEL
6/16/78

TO	: SAC, DETROIT (164-115)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE Bufile 164-2111
Re :
.
Ro Seattle letter to Detroit dated 3/30/78.
Re communication set forth a lead for Detroit at Detroit, Michigan. To date results of that investigation has not been received by the Seattle Division.
Detroit is directed to forward results of that investigation to Seattle expeditiously in order to bring this very important hijacking matter to a logical conclu- sion. 1
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 - Detroit 3 + Seattle RNN/tos (5)
164-21-7960
DB Cooper-16722
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SAC, DETROIT (164-115) (RUC)
XX
NORJAK (A) CAA (00: SEATTLE) (Bufile 164-2111)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
RE:
Re Seattle letter to Detroit, 3/30/78.
On 5/18/78, , Essex Automotive Parts, 6255 Concord, Detroit, Michigan, advised that the records of Essex Automotive reflect that was employed from 9/11/72 until 6/3/77.
On 5/18/78, , Essex Automotive Parts, 6255 Concord, Detroit, Michigan, advised that the records of Essex Automotive reflect that was employed from 9/11/72 until 6/3/77.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
(2) (2 - Seattle 1 - Detroit OJZ:mjd (3)
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SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZEDEFILED 2 JUN 1 9 1978 FBI -SEATILE
DB Cooper-16723FD-302 (REV. 3-8-77)
1
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
5/22/78
telephone was contacted at Burness Oldsmobile, 1735 N.E. b7C
Diamond Lake Boulevard, where he is employed
was advised of the identities of the interviewing agents and purpose of the interview prior to his furnishing the following information:
was previously employed by Northwest Orient Airlines, at Minneapolis, Minnesota, from 1966 through 1972, however during the month of June, 1971,
during October, 1971, at b6
St. John's Hospital, in Red Wing, Minnesota. He believes that during b7C November, 1971, he was which was located at Minnesota.
He stated he was never did go back to work for Northwest Orient
and
stated that he moved to Roseburg, Oregon, in June, b6 1977, and
he took a b7C job with Burness Oldsmobile, his
He stated he was never did go back to work for Northwest Orient
and
stated that he moved to Roseburg, Oregon, in June, b6 1977, and
he took a b7C job with Burness Oldsmobile, his present position.
is described as follows: b6
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White
Sex
Male
Nationality
American
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Hair Receding in front, dark brown' roots mostly graying on top Characteristics Wears prescriptive frame glasses
Oregon driver's license number
Residence address
Telephone
Roseburg, Oregon
Investigation on 5/22/78 at Roseburg, Oregon
File #
PD 164-41
SA
by SA
IGW : pjm
Date dictated
5/22/78
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Date of birth Height
Roseburg, Oregon, b6:
DATE:
6/16/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
.
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
RE :
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
Re memo of SA
dated 5/24/78.
has been suggested as a suspect in (phonetic),
this matter by
advised from 1968 to 1970.
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
RE :
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
Re memo of SA
dated 5/24/78.
has been suggested as a suspect in (phonetic),
this matter by
advised from 1968 to 1970. supposedly was a former pilot and skydiver and
Within NORJAK occurred. advised that was from the California area, but could no further information concerning his identity.
did provide information concerning
himself. saving he
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Tacoma, Washington
Will through anpropriate liaison with attempt to determine complete SO
name and descriptive information concerning
for background information to process him as a NORJAK suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
4)- Seattle RAN Skh
C/A
164-81-7964
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIAL IZED _41 ..... FILED 0 tal
JUN 1 6 1978 SEATTLE b6 b7C
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-16725
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandumUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:
6/16/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
RE :
TO:
SAC,
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SA
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandumUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:
6/16/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
RE :
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
Re memo of SA
dated 5/24/78.
this matter by
has been suggested as a suspect in (phonetic)
advised from 1968 to 1970. supposedly was a former pilot and skydiver and
Within NORJAK occurred. advised that was from the California area, but could no further information concerning his identity.
did provide information concerning himself saving he
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Tacoma, Washington
Will through annropriate liaison with attempt to determine complete name and descriptive information concerning SO for background information to process him as a NORJAK suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 
4 - Seattle
RNN : skh
(4)
164-81-7964 SEARCHED INDEXED .... SERIALIZED 12 FILED G JUN 1 6 1978 FBI -SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-16726 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112
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DATE:
6/16/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
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DATE:
6/16/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
RE :
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
Re memo of SA
dated 5/24/78.
has been suggested as a suspect in (phonetic),
this matter by
advised from 1968 to 1970. supposedly was a former pilot and skydiver and
Within
NORJAK occurred. advised that was from the California area, but could no further information concerning his identity.
did provide information concerning himself, saying he
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Tacoma, Washington
Will. through appropriate liaison with attempt to determine complete SO name and descriptive information concerning for background information to process him as a NORJAK suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS 4 - Seattle RNN : skh (4)
164-81-7964
SEARCHED INDEXED? SERIAL IZED 1 FILED JUN 1 6 1978 FBI-SEATTLE
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-16727 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76; GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-16727 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76; GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112
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6/16/78
b6 TO: . SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
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FROM :
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
(P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) .(00: Seattle) Bufile 164-2111
Re Portland letter to Seattle dated 3/14/78.
Enclosed herewith for Seattle are two copies of FD-302 interview of Roseburg, Oregon. b6
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State Police, Roseburg, Oregon, telephone advised
that he had written a report concerning and had b6 furnished same. to Oregon State Police Headquarters in Salem, :Oregon, after conversing with complainant who
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telephone
stated that his department was conducting no further investigation, as he was of the opinion that had absolutely no basis or justification to believe that who is - employed
in Roseburg, Oregon, and resides at Roseburg, Oregon is identical to or.in any way resembles D. B. COOPER.
On 4/19/78, telephone .was contacted; and.
opinion that had absolutely no basis or justification to believe that who is - employed
in Roseburg, Oregon, and resides at Roseburg, Oregon is identical to or.in any way resembles D. B. COOPER.
On 4/19/78, telephone .was contacted; and. at that approximately age
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time stated that resides
He for stated that is presently employed Burness Oldsmobile in Roseburg, Oregon, and believes he previously worked for Northwest Orient Airlines, capacity 164-81-7965 2 Seattle (Encs. 2) 2 - Portland
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SEARCHEDINDEYER SERIALIZED FILEDT
JUN 17- 1978 FBI-SEATTLE
DB Cooper-16728PD 164-41
in late 1977 or early 1978, residence where he
When
continued that
He stated that
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While
in Portland, he once b6 b7C
drove to Seattle to and he also made a trip to Boise, Idaho, where He also claimed to be well-acquainted with a (ph. ) who KING radio station in Seattle, Washington.
Arrest, motor vehicle and driver's license record checks have failed to locate any information identifiable with
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LEADS
BUTTE
AT DOISE, IDAHO. . Will attempt to locate b6 through general checks and if successful; interview b7c or set out leads for interview of knowledge of instant matter.
Will attempt to locate b6 through general checks and if successful; interview b7c or set out leads for interview of knowledge of instant matter. concerning his
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Will consider interview of KING Radio, for any information in her possession b6 b7c
Concerning
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unknown. He stated that apparently moved from Minnesota this past summer and is described as a white male, approximately 6'0", 200 pounds, with dark colored, graying, curly, neat hair. He said that there is nothing that hecan put his finger on concerning why he believes that might be D. B. ,COOPER, other than he had seen an artist's conception several years ago and. felt there was some resemblance. . He stated that apparently however, he .. does not believe
he is using it in his employment He feels
that more than
".He stated that "İş. a- likeable person, and there is no other reason for his feeling that. might be D. B. . COOPER. . Ile indicated that which is usually parked in the drive in front of his residence.
might be D. B. . COOPER. . Ile indicated that which is usually parked in the drive in front of his residence.
On 4/19/78, visual observation of the b6 residence disclosed a
bearing b7C .Oregon license
On: 4/20/78, an inquiry was made to the Department of. Motor Vehicles, Salem, Oregon, via state teletype concerning Oregon license and via return state teletype, the Department of Motor Vehicles advised that this plate appears on a
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expiring
registered to DOB
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residing at
Roseburg; Oregon.
On 4/20/78, a second state teletype was sent to the Driver's License Section of the Department of Motor Vehicles concerning and via
return state teletype, the Department of Motor Vehicles advised that residing at
Roseburg, Oregon, holds Oregon driver's license number which was issued and expires
DOB was given as "and he was described as a male, 6:0" tall, 210 pounds. As of 4/20/78, the operator's license was valid, and there were no entries of citations.
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X For this Page X SL-17 (Rev. 4-17-70) OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 5010-106 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA GEN. REG. NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/19/78
FROM
:
SAC, ST.
NO. 27 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/19/78
FROM
:
SAC, ST. LOUIS (
164-63
) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00:
Seattle
Bufile 164-2111
Re:
Reference: Ur Airtel to St. Louis, 6/7/78.
NATIONAL PERSONNEL RECORDS CENTER (NPRC) RECORDS CHECK File was located at the (Civilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, NPRC, St. Louis, Mo., and reviewed on by Enclosed are copies of (Form FD-302) (investigative insert) (letterhead memorandum) reflecting pertinent information. Enclosed for information and reference, subject to restriction stamped thereon, are copies of self- explanatory documents from NPRC files. XXXX Personnel, NPRC (Cixibiard) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, Xxterens xhministration Rexodx Boxosskryxcxenxer, SLMO, advised on 6/19/78 , no record on subjeckux. b6 b7C
could be located on basis of information furnished. In event ad- ditional identifying or descriptive data becomes available, another lead for review of the NPRC (civilianxor military) records should be submitted.
In event ad- ditional identifying or descriptive data becomes available, another lead for review of the NPRC (civilianxor military) records should be submitted. Data needed includes: date and place of birth, name utilized in NiplayaNEMr military service, branch and military service number, dates of service or exoinom aty x coarbronzommtovimximityiduak specific organization to which assigned with date of assignment, and Social Security number. File has not yet been located at NPRC. A special search is under way, and file will be reviewed promptly when located. File was not located at (Civilian) (Military) Personnel Records Branch, NPRC, SLMO, and should be located at
Lead: Office
record located your division. Handle review. For reference and assistance in handling lead, copies of pertinent serials are enclosed. Remarks: ARMED AND DANGEROUS. (2 - Seattle 1 - St. Louis (3)
GTJ :
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Date 6/23/78
TO : SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-101) FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
· (P)
SUBJECT : NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BU file 164-2111
Re Charlotte's airtel to Portland dated 5/16/78 and St. Louis letter to Seattle dated 6/19/78.
Enclosed for the Charlotte Division is one copy of referenced St. Louis letter to Seattle dated 6/19/78.
In order to obtain military record, it will be necessary to. obtain additional identifying and/or descriptive data. As is indicated in referenced communication, data needed includes date and place of birth, name utilized in military service, branch and military service number, dates of service, or specific organization to which assigned with date of assignment and Social Security number.
As is indicated in referenced communication, data needed includes date and place of birth, name utilized in military service, branch and military service number, dates of service, or specific organization to which assigned with date of assignment and Social Security number.
LEAD :
CHARLOTTE DIVISION
At Fort Bragg, North Carolina
Will attempt to obtain any or all of the above information so that military record might be obtained and reviewed by the Seattle Division.
ARMED & DANGEROUS .
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Date
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TO
: SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-101)
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BU file 164-2111
(P)
Re Charlotte's airtel to Portland dated 5/16/78 and St. Louis letter to Seattle dated 6/19/78.
SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-101)
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BU file 164-2111
(P)
Re Charlotte's airtel to Portland dated 5/16/78 and St. Louis letter to Seattle dated 6/19/78.
Enclosed for the Charlotte Division is one copy of referenced St. Louis letter to Seattle dated 6/19/78.
In order to obtain
military record, it will be necessary to.obtain additional identifying and/or descriptive data. As is indicated in referenced communication, data needed includes date and place of birth, name utilized in military service, branch and military service number, dates of service, or specific organization to which assigned with date of assignment and Social Security number.
LEAD :
CHARLOTTE DIVISION
At Fort Bragg, North Carolina Will attempt to obtain any or all of the above information so that military record might be obtained and reviewed by the Seattle Division.
ARMED & DANGEROUS .
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REPLY TO
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81 SUB G) (P)
RE: SUB G
EVIDENCE
The Bureau Identification Division recently forwarded to the Seattle Division approximately 70 photographs of partial latent prints obtained from the NORJAK aircraft shortly after the captioned crime.
LEADS :
: SEATTLE DIVISION
Throughout the State of Washington, will contact local law enforcement agencies that have identification bureaus capable of processing latent prints and request that they process the appropriate latent prints through their system for identification purposes.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : arm
(3)
Ple handle Celove
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.
GPO: 1977-0-241-530/3360 DB Cooper-16738
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112DATE:
7/5/78

REPLY TO
ATTN OF:	SA

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81 SUB G) (P)
TO:
RE: SUB G
EVIDENCE
Dehy
The Bureau Identification Division recently forwarded to the Seattle Division approximately 70 photographs of partial latent prints obtained from the NORJAK aircraft shortly after the captioned crime.
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
Throughout the State of Washington, will contact local law enforcement agencies that have identification bureaus capable of processing latent prints and request that they process the appropriate latent prints through their system for identification purposes.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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RNN : arm (3)
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OPTIONAL FORM NO 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101 -11 6 5010-112 SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NOR.JAK
RE:
6/20/78
On 6/20/78,
Washington, employed at Mckee Organ and Piano, 408 N. Tower, Centralia, Washington, phone telephonically contacted the writer and advised that several years ago he owned two houses in Washington, one of which he rented to those nome he sidst couldn't recall, but who had by the name He recalled that
lived with the Washington, his rental unit, but later out of town, address unknown. He concluded by stating he had read a recent article in the "P_I" which recalled the hijacking incident, and he just wondered is had ever been considered as a suspect.
LEAD
SEATTLE
any
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON Will review file to determine if Washington, had ever been considered in this matter. Will set forth leads for further investigation if necessary.
LEAD
SEATTLE
any
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON Will review file to determine if Washington, had ever been considered in this matter. Will set forth leads for further investigation if necessary.
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FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
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Date of transcription
5/20/75
was located at his residence - North Litchfield Beach, South Carolina, at which time he was advised of the identity of the inter- viewing agent and the nature of the inquiry. pro- vided the following information:
Although a resident of North Litchfield Beach
he is
in Miami, Florida. In addition to
in Beaverton, Oregon, a suburb of Portland, Oregon. Approximately two or three years ago a Beaverton
in Beaverton, Oregon, and is now possibly hospitalized in the Veteran's Administration (VA) Hospital, Portland, Oregon, At the time the an individual whom he knows as seemed like an exceptionally intelligent man to be
claimed that it was important that he obtain a good paving jok since he was a
He stated that he was
In addition
possibly hospitalized in the Veteran's Administration (VA) Hospital, Portland, Oregon, At the time the an individual whom he knows as seemed like an exceptionally intelligent man to be
claimed that it was important that he obtain a good paving jok since he was a
He stated that he was
In addition to claiming
also claimed to have had also
claimed to have been employed with a Vancouver, Washington; While with this Vancouver firm he made to Alaska.
advised that he is very familiar with the sky-jacking of the Northwest Airline Flight from Portland, Oregon, to Seattle, Washington, on November 24, 1971. Last year (September 1974) after he terminated
he began thinking that could quite conceivably be responsible for the hi-jacking of this plane. provided the following reasons why he suspected of this sky-jacking:
Interviewed on 5/11/75 at North Litchfield, S. C. File # CO 161-48-35
by SA
MOY
jap
Date dictated
5/15/75
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1. claimed to have pilot and sky- diving experience. . He also claimed to have been in the Air Force. told him that he had been a commercial pilot and while employed
stated that he has flown with and appeared to use good judgement, however, did not seem to be up on the latest SAA requirements. stated he and this was easily discernible to him.
2. has indicated he was in the Portland, Oregon, area during the time of the sky-jacking. On November 24, 1971, was in Tucson, Arizona. Tucson,
was allegedly working in Arizona, at this time, however, when he was first employed
sometime in
1972 he told him that he had just terminated his employment in Vancouver. advised that throughout conversation with he was never able to determine
whether was actually in Vancouver or in Tucson on November 24, 1971.
3.
appeared to cover While employed
advised he always felt that reason
4. claim to be impoverished, however, .
appeared to cover While employed
advised he always felt that reason
4. claim to be impoverished, however, . at the same time appearing to have a large amount of money. kept two heavy
safes at
He claimed that these safes contained advised that
he has in fact seen a further advised that
he felt was paranoid about burglers.
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it from burglers.
stated he was unable
to identify the When September, 1974, he left several
(not further described)
When he took one of the safes with him to
in Beaverton, Oregon. The second safe was moved from
advised he has not seen since
October 1974 at which time in Beaverton, Oregon, and. residing at
reviewed the FBI artist's conception of the individual responsible for hi-jacking the Northwest Airline Flight from Portland to Seattle on November 24, 1971. stated that there is a striking similarity between the facial features of and the man in the artist's concep- tion.
stated that there is a striking similarity between the facial features of and the man in the artist's concep- tion.
provided the following description and background information on
Name :
Aliases :
None known
Race :
Caucasian
Sex:
Male
Height:
5'10"
Weight:
170 lbs.
Age :
35. to 37
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Hair:
Eyes :
Facial Features:
Dishwater blonde to brown in color (full beard) Very blue Square face
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retired architect out of Cleveland, Ohio, currently residing in Sugar Loaf Key, Florida;
described
as being extremely intelligent with an IQ of approximately 150, soft-spoken and a loner. was not a smoker, however, had stated that he had quit smoking at one time. He appeared to be in rather good physical shape. however.
handles money very cautiously and does not trust banks. He pays his bills with cash and protects his private safes or vaults with appears to be the type of individual that
never had any social acquaintances although he frequently talked of having several friends.
He pays his bills with cash and protects his private safes or vaults with appears to be the type of individual that
never had any social acquaintances although he frequently talked of having several friends. never used any type of curse words, however, would say goddam or dammit. His voice was very soft spoken or middle range. His dress when not working was always casual and very seldom would he wear good clothes.
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NORJAK SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
Re Portland airtel to Butte, 6/16/78.
KING Broadcast- ing, 320 Aurora Avenue North, Seattle, Washington, was contacted on July 14, 1978, and advised she is acquainted with She furnished the following infor- mation concerning him:
occasionally stops by her office
in Seattle and
She has seen him once within the past six months, and he was only in her office for ap- proximately one minute. She stated she and described him as She went on to say she has never seen hin away from her office, but the last time he came in to see
her he showed her a
and mentioned his interest in this. She also recalled he claims to be however, she has never seen his work.
She stated she and described him as She went on to say she has never seen hin away from her office, but the last time he came in to see
her he showed her a
and mentioned his interest in this. She also recalled he claims to be however, she has never seen his work.
could furnish absolutely no infor- mation as to his whereabouts but did state the next time he is in she will attempt to find out how to reach him.
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Re Portland airtel to Butte, 6/16/78.
KING Broadcast- ing, 320 Aurora Avenue Worth, Seattle, Washington, was contacted on July 14, 1978, and advised she is acquainted with She furnished the following infor- mation concerning him:
occasionally stops by her office in Seattle and
She has seen him once within the past six months, and he was only in her office for an- proximately one minute. She stated she and described him as She went on to say she has never seen him away from her office, but the last time he came in to ceo
her he showed her a and mentioned his interest in this.
She stated she and described him as She went on to say she has never seen him away from her office, but the last time he came in to ceo
her he showed her a and mentioned his interest in this. She also recalled he claims to be however, she has never seen his work.
could furnish absolutely no infor- mation as to his whereabouts but did state the next tire he is in she will attempt to find out how to reach him.
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7/5/78

TO:	SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:	HJORJAK (A) (00: Seattle) Bufile 164-2111

7.2
RE: ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW SUB NUMBER 933
Re Sacramento airtel to Seattle, 5/5/73; Seattle airtel to Portland, 5/24/73.
Contact with USA SIDNEY I. LEZAK, District of Oregon, Portland, Oregon, on 6/12/78, determined that USA LEZAK wished to have the matter of the means of obtaining RACKSTRAW's palm prints researched before taking any action. Ho advised he would have the matter researched and advise.
determined that USA LEZAK wished to have the matter of the means of obtaining RACKSTRAW's palm prints researched before taking any action. Ho advised he would have the matter researched and advise.
On 6/26/78, USA LEZAK advised he had turned the matter over to First AUSA District of Oregon.
On 7/3/73, First AUSA advised that he wishes to explore the possibility of obtaining RACKSTRAW's palm prints through some other means than a subpoena or a court order. He accordingly requested that the identity of the District Attorney of the locality in which RACKSTRAW is to be tried for murder be obtained and furnished to him, so that he may contact that District Attorney and discuss the matter with him.
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LEAD
SACRAMENTO
AT SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA. Will obtain the name of the District Attorney prosecuting RACKSTRAW on local charges, and forward same to Portland Division to furnish to First AUSA Will note that it is not clear from referenced Sacramento airtel to Seattle whether this would be the
RACKSTRAW on local charges, and forward same to Portland Division to furnish to First AUSA Will note that it is not clear from referenced Sacramento airtel to Seattle whether this would be the District Attorney of San Joaquin County or the District Attorney of Calaveras County.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DATE:
6/28/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
already
RE:
Re memo of SA
dated 6/20/78.
Referenced communication indicated that Washington,
telephonically advised that he had rented a house to whose name he couldn't recall but who had by the name of
Based on information contained in the memorandum, Seattle was unable to determine if is identical to
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In order that this identification might be made, the following lead is set out:
LEAD :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At
Washington
Will contact either at his home or through his employment at McKee Organ & Piano, 408 North Tower, Centralia, Washington, phone 736-3822, and determine from him any and all background information concerning
lead is set out:
LEAD :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At
Washington
Will contact either at his home or through his employment at McKee Organ & Piano, 408 North Tower, Centralia, Washington, phone 736-3822, and determine from him any and all background information concerning including a physical description of him in order that he may be processed as a suspect in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
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NITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum !
SUBJECT: NORJAK CAA (A) 00: SEATTLE XX: TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Re San Diego letter to Los Angeles, dated 6/7/78.
The following investigation was conducted at California, by SA MARK LAFE THOMPSON:
that he has never heard of a produced a California drivers license number in the name of showing he is a white male, born 5'10", 170 pounds, white hair and blue eyes.
On 6/13/78, was interviewed at his residence.
heard of a produced a California drivers license number in the name of showing he is a white male, born 5'10", 170 pounds, white hair and blue eyes.
On 6/13/78, was interviewed at his residence. telephone stated He
stated that he owns an automobile registered in the State of Nevada and he also located at Nevada; however, his permanent residence is in California. He stated he had no knowledge of any hijacking attempt by anyone by the name of or participating in any such activity himself.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
@ Seattle 1- Las Vegas (164-60) (Info) 1- San Diego (164-91) (Info) 1- San Francisco (164-220) (Info) 1 Los Angeles
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The following investigation was conducted by on 6/14/78:
SA
At Washington
Driver Services
Division, Washington State Department of Licensing, furnished a copy of Washington Driver's license which was issued to Washington, and is to expire This license bears
SA
At Washington
Driver Services
Division, Washington State Department of Licensing, furnished a copy of Washington Driver's license which was issued to Washington, and is to expire This license bears a photograph of
along with the following description:

Sex	Male
Date of Birth
Eyes	Blue
Weight	162 pounds
Height	6'2"

The above mentioned copy of Washington Driver's license was placed in the 1A exhibit section of this file.
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Date
7/6/78

TO :	SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
Facsimile SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
7/6/78

TO :	SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BuFile 164-2111

Re :
Re Sacramento airtel to Little Rock, dated 5/18/78; and Little Rock letter to Seattle, dated 4/27/78.
LEADS : LITTLE ROCK DIVISION
At Russellville and Dover, Arkansas
Will report results of investigation set forth in Little Rock's letter to Seattle, dated 4/27/78.
SACRAMENTO DIVISION
At Sacramento, California
Will through appropriate DMV sources attempt to obtain photograph of and forward same to Little Rock and Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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PRECEDENCE:
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Date
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TO	: SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BuFile 164-2111
Re :
Re Sacramento airtel to Little Rock, dated 5/18/78; and Little Rock letter to Seattle, dated 4/27/78.
LEADS : LITTLE ROCK DIVISION
At Russellville and Dover, Arkansas
Will report results of investigation set forth in Little Rock's letter to Seattle, dated 4/27/78.
SACRAMENTO DIVISION
At Sacramento, California
Will through appropriate DMV sources attempt to obtain photograph of and forward same to Little Rock and Seattle.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 
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Approved:
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(Number)
(Time)
Per FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16753
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2 - Sacramento (164-50) 4 - Little Rock (164-22) 3 - Seattle (164-81) RNN/dlb (9)
164-81-7977
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16753
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
CLASSIF TION: Teletype
PRECEDENCE: SECRET Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Airtel CONFIDENTIAL Routine EFTO CLEAR
Date
6/28/78

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

RE :
In an attempt to determine if might possibly be identical with UNSUB in this matter, the following leads are set forth and Las Vegas is requested to furnish the results of all investigation to the Bureau and Seattle:
LEADS :
LAS VEGAS DIVISION
At Las Vegas, Nevada
1. Will discreetly obtain credit and criminal information concerning
2.
identical with UNSUB in this matter, the following leads are set forth and Las Vegas is requested to furnish the results of all investigation to the Bureau and Seattle:
LEADS :
LAS VEGAS DIVISION
At Las Vegas, Nevada
1. Will discreetly obtain credit and criminal information concerning
2. Will attempt to obtain a photograph of either through Department of Motor Vehicle sources or from local police files.
3. Will determine if possible after obtaining sufficient descriptive data concerning if he has any training as a pilot through records maintained by the Federal Aviation Administration and/or through his military record which should be on file in the military archives and available to the St. Louis Division.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Bureau 2 - Las Vegas (3 - Seattle RNN/ jip (7)
164-81-7978
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per DB Cooper-16754
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
ATION: Teletype
CLAS SIR
PRECEDENCE: SECRET Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL Airtel EFTO.
SECRET Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL Airtel EFTO. CLEAR
Dato
6/28/78

TO :	DIRECTOR, FBI	(164-2111)'
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE

RE :
might possibly
In an attempt to determine if be identical with UNSUB in this matter, the following leads are set forth and Las Vegas is requested to furnish the results of all investigation to the Bureau and Seattle:
LEADS :
LAS VEGAS DIVISION
At Las Vegas, Nevada
1. Will discreetly obtain credit and criminal information concerning
2. Will attempt to obtain a photograph of either through Department of Motor Vehicle sources or from local police files.
3. Will determine if possible after obtaining sufficient descriptive data concerning if he has any training as a pilot through records maintained by the Federal Aviation Administration and/or through his military record which should be on file in the military archives and
descriptive data concerning if he has any training as a pilot through records maintained by the Federal Aviation Administration and/or through his military record which should be on file in the military archives and available to the St. Louis Division.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS .
2 - Bureau 2 - Las Vegas (3 )- Seattle RNN/ jmp (7)$2
164-81-7978
Approved:
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(Number)
(Time)
Per
. .
DB.Cooper-16755
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7/18/78

TO	: SAC,	SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
FROM	: SAC,	SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJACK (A) 00: SEATTLE Bufile 164-2111
Re:
Re Portland's letter to San Francisco, 2/28/78; Portland airtel to San Francisco, 3/20/78.
Re communications set forth information for the San Francisco Division to evaluate, San Francisco is requested to advise Seattle of the results of any investi- gation conducted concerning this matter and whether or not San Francisco feels that additional investigation is war- ranted.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - San Francisco
1 - Portland (Info) 3 )- Seattle RNN/tes
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - San Francisco
1 - Portland (Info) 3 )- Seattle RNN/tes
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16:4.81-7979 DB Cooper-16756
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7/18/78

TO	: SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
FROM	: SAC, SEATTLE (104-81) (P)

SUBJECT: NORJACK (A) 00: SEATTLE Bufilo 104-2111
Re:
Ro Portland's letter to San Francisco, 2/28/78; Portland airtel to San Francisco, 3/20/78.
Re communications set forth information for the San Francisco Division to evaluate. San Francisco is requested to advise Seattle of the results of any investi- gation conducted concerning this matter and whether or not San Francisco feels that additional investigation is war- ranted.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 
2 - San Francisco 1 - Portland (Info) 3 )- Seattle INT/tes (0)
164-81-7874
7
DB Cooper-16757
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE: - Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET
3-24-77)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE: - Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date 7/18/78

TO	: SAC, DENVER (164-98)
FROM	: SAC,	SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
Bufile 164-2111
Re :
Re Portland airtel to Denver, 3/6/78.
Re communication set fath lead at Colorado, to fully identify suspect
and conduct logical investigation to involve or eliminate him in this matter. To date, results of that investigation have not been received by the Seattle Office. Denver is requested to immediately forward results of that investigation to Seattle so that this very important hijacking case can be brought to a logical conclusion.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 
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9
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Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16758
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9
164-81-7980
RUN
~
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16758
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: PRECEDENCE: :
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR Date 7/18/78
TO
:
SAC, DENVER (164-98)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
Bufile 164-2111
Re :
Re Portland airtel to Denver, 3/6/78.
Re communication set fath lead at Colorado, to fully identify suspect and conduct logical investigation to involve or eliminate him in this matter. To date, results of that investigation have not been received by the Seattle Office. Denver is requested to immediately forward results of that investigation to Seattle so that this very important hijacking case can be brought to a logical conclusion.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 - Denver (3)- Seattle RNN/tcs (5)
164-81-1980
7
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per
FBI/DOJ
DB
2 - Denver (3)- Seattle RNN/tcs (5)
164-81-1980
7
Approved:
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
Per
FBI/DOJ
DB Cooper-16759
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7/7/78

REPLY TO
ATTN OF:	SA

UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
TO:
To: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
RE :
Re Detroit letter to Seattle dated 6/8/78.
A review of sub file reveals the following records of employment:
EMPLOYER
Hastings Manufacturing Co. (Hastings Piston Ring Co.) Northwest Engine Service Co. (Piston Service, Inc.) Replacement Parts Warehouse (Gordon Buttles & Co.) Evergreen Warehouse Essex Automotive Parts (United Technology)
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT
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LEADS : SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Will contact appropriate personnel at the Gordon Buttles & Company, 4000 Aurora Building, telephone 632-1085, and determine if their employment records reflect if was employed on by their company.
Will contact appropriate personnel at the Gordon Buttles & Company, 4000 Aurora Building, telephone 632-1085, and determine if their employment records reflect if was employed on by their company.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : arm
CUN ami
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TLE IN
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*U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3360 DB Cooper-16760
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112
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DATE:
7/7/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
TO:
To: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
RE :
Re Detroit letter to Seattle dated 6/8/78.
A review of sub file reveals the following records of employment:
DATES OF EMPLOYMENT
EMPLOYER
Hastings Manufacturing Co. (Hastings Piston Ring Co.) Northwest Engine Service Co. (Piston Service, Inc.) Replacement Parts Warehouse (Gordon Buttles & Co.) Evergreen Warehouse Essex Automotive Parts (United Technology)
(Approximate)
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Will contact appropriate personnel at the Gordon Buttles & Company, 4000 Aurora Building, telephone 632-1085, and
) Evergreen Warehouse Essex Automotive Parts (United Technology)
(Approximate)
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Will contact appropriate personnel at the Gordon Buttles & Company, 4000 Aurora Building, telephone 632-1085, and determine if their employment records reflect if was employed on by their company.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
RNN : arm (3)
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JUL 7 1978 For-SLAITLE
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*U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3360 DB Cooper-16761
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112DATE:
7/18/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
Bufile 164-2111
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (?)
RE :
aka
Re memo of SA
letter to Bureau, 4/10/78.
4/10/78; Seattle
On 7/6/78, a copy of the driver's license photo-
graph of Wash- ington, was obtained. Information on the driver's license indicated that was born sex - male, eyes -
blue, weight - 162, and height - 6'2", Upon comparing the photograph of to the artist's conceptions of the sub- ject in the Norjak investigation, it is observed that bears little resemblance to the unknown subject.
male, eyes -
blue, weight - 162, and height - 6'2", Upon comparing the photograph of to the artist's conceptions of the sub- ject in the Norjak investigation, it is observed that bears little resemblance to the unknown subject.
On 3/29/78,
Cowlitz County
Sheriff's Office, advised that a (protect),
is an individual
and may know of some more information concerning
On 7/12/78, (protect ), supra, was discreetly contacted concerning
advised that was displayed a copy of the artist's concep- tion for the unknown subject and the Norjak investigation. He advised that the individual depicted in the drawing in no way resembles
surmised that he was being questioned concerning a possible suspect in the Norjak investigation and he further advised
further advised 164-81-7982
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TLE
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REY: + 16) ) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-16762
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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that
provided the above information in confidence and requested that his identity be protected.
SE 164-81
that
provided the above information in confidence and requested that his identity be protected.
In light of the above information and the fact that fingerprints were not identified with the latent fingerprints developed in captioned investigation, it is sug- gested no further investigation be conducted concerning This investigation indicates that is most likely not the subject of the Norjack investigation.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-16763
2 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:¥
7/19/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00; SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
RE: SEARCH AREA - SUB E
On March 22. 1978.
Kirkland, Wash- ington, advised telephonically, that he was currently on Lake Merwin using his equipment and that he would call the Seattle Office of the FBI in a few days with results. further advised that he was on Channel 16 and his vessel number was His call number was
On 4/26/78, again telephonically advised the Seattle Office that he had found in Lake Merwin what he thought was a body.
further advised that he was on Channel 16 and his vessel number was His call number was
On 4/26/78, again telephonically advised the Seattle Office that he had found in Lake Merwin what he thought was a body. stated he was to reach this unknown object and had to call off his search temporarily. advised that he would recontact the Seattle Office to bring them up to date
On 5/8/78, again telephonically attempted to contact the Seattle Office.
On 5/10/78, appeared at the Seattle Office and advised that he had found an object in Lake Merwin that he thought might be a body and in attempting to reach it had had
advised that his
advised that he intended to return to Lake Merwin and continue his search and would immediately advise the Longview RA or the Seattle Office of the FBI if any items of evidentuary nature were found. was provided the
parachute canopy used by D. B. COOPER; the description of his clothes and the approximate heading of the Norjak 164-81-7983 aircraft. stated he was being aided in his underwater
RUN
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SEARCHED ... INDEXED SERIALIZED .
stated he was being aided in his underwater
RUN
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SEARCHED ... INDEXED SERIALIZED .......... FILED. If JUL 19 1978
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GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-16764
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that would be able to make any further dives into the water to determine what the unknown objects were if they were found by his electronic exploration activities in Lake Merwin.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-16765
= 2 -NITED STATES. GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:
7/19/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
RE: SEARCH AREA - SUB E
On March 22. 1978.
Kirkland, Wash-
ington, advised telephonically, that he was currently on Lake Merwin using his equipment and that he would call the Seattle Office of the FBI in a few days with results. further advised that he was on Channel 16 and his vessel number was number was
His call
On 4/26/78, again telephonically advised the Seattle Office that he had
further advised that he was on Channel 16 and his vessel number was number was
His call
On 4/26/78, again telephonically advised the Seattle Office that he had found in Lake Merwin what he thought was a body. stated he was to reach this unknown object and had to call off his search temporarily. advised that he would recontact the Seattle Office to bring them up to date
On 5/8/78, again telephonically attempted to contact the Seattle Office.
On 5/10/78, appeared at the Seattle Office and advised that he had found an object in Lake Merwin that he thought might be a body and in attempting to reach it had had
advised that his
advised that he intended to return to Lake Merwin and continue his search and would immediately advise the Longview RA or the Seattle Office of the FBI if any items of evidentuary nature were found. 
was provided the following information at his request: The color of the parachute canopy used by D. B. COOPER; the description of his clothes and the approximate heading of the Norjak aircraft. stated he was being aided in his underwater 164-81-7953
RNN: ecf 7 (3)
SEARCHED .
COOPER; the description of his clothes and the approximate heading of the Norjak aircraft. stated he was being aided in his underwater 164-81-7953
RNN: ecf 7 (3)
SEARCHED .. ,4 ........ INDEXED SERIALIZED. .... FILED AVL 19 1973
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Saving! PISA TTLE Of HONNEBORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-JOT GSA FEMRTI CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-16766
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM Rfc SAC, DENVER (164-640) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE (BUFILE: 164-2111)
RE:
COLORADO
Re Denver letter to Seattle, 7/28/78.
Enclosed herewith for the Seattle Division is one Colorado driver's license photograph, which inadvertently was not furnished as enclosure to referenced Denver letter.
Investigation continuing Denver Division regarding additional suspects.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DATE:
8/15/78
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Seattle (Enc. /1) (RM) 2 - Denver DEVP/ep (4) mil TIL
164-81-7984
SEARCHED
CHE INDEXED.
DATE:
8/15/78
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Seattle (Enc. /1) (RM) 2 - Denver DEVP/ep (4) mil TIL
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SEARCHED
CHE INDEXED. SERIALIZED. FILED 丼
AUG1 9 1978 TLE
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16768 OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
Ray FROM
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
7/28/78
SAC, DENVER (164-640) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: Seattle Bufile 164-2111
RE:
Colorado .
Re Portland airtel to Denver, dated 3/6/78.
Colorado driver's license number
reflected
residence address
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Colorado, was born
is a Caucasian Male, 5'8" tall, 174 pounds, brown hair and eyes, Social Security Number
On 5/22/78, AMAX, Inc., Henderson Mine, Empire, Colorado, advised payroll records indicating dates employees worked are main- tained at the AMAX Golden Office.
On 6/13/78, AMAX , Inc., Golden, Colorado, advised she would attempt to locate payroll records for on 2/17/68. She advised it would probably take several weeks to locate these records due to the age of the records.
She advised it would probably take several weeks to locate these records due to the age of the records.
On 7/6/78. advised she had located the payroll records for and according to the records, on 2/17/68, was paid for an 8 hour shift which began at 12 midnight and ended at 8:00 AM. She advised records indicate that during February of 1968, was working a graveyard shift all month.
Investigation continuing at the Denver Division regarding additional suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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164-81-7985
SEARCHED
SERIALIZED.
INDEXED 04
FBI/DOJ
DB Cooper-16769
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT BOISE, IDAHO
On July 25, 1978,
B & W ADVERTISING COMPANY, 1106 West State Street, advised his has been living in Oregon,
son, since 1975.
called him once or twice during that time.
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Page 1
The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT BOISE, IDAHO
On July 25, 1978,
B & W ADVERTISING COMPANY, 1106 West State Street, advised his has been living in Oregon,
son, since 1975.
called him once or twice during that time. He has not seen his son nor received any mail from him since 1975. His son had been in
which closed down, but was to start up again.
described his son as an exceptionally brilliant individual with outstanding writing and artistic abilities. His son won a full scholarship to but at last minute decided to instead of going to college. was always a very imaginable type of person, even to the point of fantasy. During his time in Vietnam, he developed a much deeper sense of imagination and could definitely be classified as "a BS" artist.
said his son never contacts him and he has no idea where his son can be reached. His only suggestion is that probably is living somewhere along the Oregon Coast.
On July 26, 1978 Boise State University, advised she was married to and
on
They have
She said when
The last time
she heard anything from
was when he
They talked
very briefly, and he left. He said nothing about what he was doing or where he was going.
On July 26, 1978 Boise State University, advised she was married to and
on
They have
She said when
The last time
she heard anything from
was when he
They talked
very briefly, and he left. He said nothing about what he was doing or where he was going. She has no idea where he can be reached, but suspects he is living somewhere in Oregon. She said she had no way of knowing if anything at all she learned about
1
DB Cooper-16770
11.1.11-7986
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On July 26, 1978, ST. ALPHONSUS HOSPITAL, and advised she has not heard from her brother for approximately one year. Generally,
lives in Oregon and preferably on the coast. He comes to Boise occasionally to visit relatives, but lately he has limited his visits to his mother. He feels the family has turned against him. She has always been courteous to him and treated him well. Four years ago, she loaned him a substantial amount of money and never received a cent in repayment. could be
She said he is
and anyone who does not know him would immediately like him and believe everything he says.
could be
She said he is
and anyone who does not know him would immediately like him and believe everything he says.
When he visited with her, it was always a brief visit, after which he would say he had to go to keep an important appointment. She said she does not know where he is and does not expect him to visit her again, at least not in the near future.
On July 26, 1978, advised is her son, and he has been the source of many problems and heartaches for the family for years. She said she feelshe may have In fact, she took him
Washington, in
1963,
is
He is
He is a talented painter and writer. He was commissioned to paint a portrait and was paid in advance, but he never produced. He last visited her during the latter part of June, 1978, at which time he said he had been living "up in the mountains" during the past winter. He had been on active duty with the U. S. Air Force for about three years. When he returned, he said he was in the and that he was working with the in Vietnam. said she does not believe any of that.
When he returned, he said he was in the and that he was working with the in Vietnam. said she does not believe any of that. left the Boise area and possibly went to Seattle,
DB Cooper-16771
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Page 3
Washington, where he may be living with a long-time friend, who is possibly at Garfield School in or near Seattle. She said she would notify the FBI in the event she hears from him, but she would never be able to encourage him to contact the FBI direct, because he would become very irate and run away.
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Airtel Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
7/31/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile #164-2111
Re Portland airtel to Butte, 6/16/78.
EFTO CLEAR
Date
7/31/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: Seattle
Bufile #164-2111
Re Portland airtel to Butte, 6/16/78. Enclosed for Seattle and Portland is an insert disclosing investigation conducted at Boise, Idaho, by SA
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 
2- Seattle (Encs. 2) (AM)
2 - Portland (164-41) (Encs. 2) (AM) 1 - Butte HVR/hgb (5)
164-81-7987
SEARCHED 14 INDEXED 41 SERIALIZED FILED 拼
AUG4 1978
TLE 
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Approved: JEB/W
Transmitted
Ter
(Number)
(Time)
GPO : 1977 O - 225-539 DB Cooper-16773
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Page 1
The following investigation was conducted by SA
AT BOISE, IDAHO
On July 21, 1978, Boise (temporary address ) voluntarily appeared at the Boise Resident Agency after he learned from his mother the Federal Bureau of Investigation was interested in talking to him. He said he was in Boise visiting his family for a week, after which he will travel to Seattle to work there. He has no specific address or job in Seattle as of this date.
He advised that he had lived in Stanley, Idaho, in a mountain cabin during the past winter and traveled to
He advised that he had lived in Stanley, Idaho, in a mountain cabin during the past winter and traveled to Seattle in early June, 1978. He stated that he is a creative writer and artist and during the past winter he spent his time painting for a living. He formerly was associated with the "North Coast Times" in Eagle, Oregon, which has folded.
said that he has always been intrigued by this matter and considered it to be a matter suitable as the basis of a novel. He was always interested in why the individual hijacked the plane and how he could be successful.
named
said that in 1974, he contacted a man (no address) in Portland, Oregon, because while he considers himself to be a creative writer he is more of a reporter than a novelist. He discovered that therefore, he, to write a novel.
is a novelist.
had a backed out of the deal with
said he has no "inside" story regarding the hijacking and was merely interested in the matter from a writer's point of view.
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He confirmed he lived
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He confirmed he lived with and he was personally responsible for her being hospitalized for treatment of alcohol. For this, he fell into the bad graces of the
family.
He emphatically
is described as follows:
Race
White Male
Sex
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Height
5'11"
Weight
170#
Hair Eyes
Brown, curly, collar-length
Brown
Social Security Account #
Relatives
Mother
Father
Sister
-
Ex-wife
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DB Cooper-16775FD-36 (Rev. 7-27-76)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate TOP SECRET SECRET Facsimile Airtel Priority Routine CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
8/3/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: Seattle
Re Butte airtel to Seattle, 7/31/78. Enclosed for Seattle are the original and one copy of an investigative insert disclosing interview of at Boise, Idaho, on 7/31/78.
Enclosed for Seattle are the original and one copy of an investigative insert disclosing interview of at Boise, Idaho, on 7/31/78.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
-- 2 - Seattle (Enc. 2) (AM) 1 - Butte HVR/imw (3)
164-81-7989,-
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Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
AUG 7 1978
TTLE b6 b7C
GPO : 1977 O - 225-539 DB Cooper-16776
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b6 b7CUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
SUBJECT:
DATE:
7/11/78
REPLY TO
SAC, CHARLOTTE (164-101) (RUC)
NORJAK (A)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(00: SEATTLE)
(BUFILE: 164-2111)
Re Seattle airtel to Charlotte, 6/23/78.
All logical investigation to locate the military record for the date of birth, place of birth. dates of service or Social Security Number of who,
approximately five years ago was an in the course at
Fort Bragg, N. C., was done and reported in Charlotte communication dated 5/16/78. There are no records available at Fort Bragg, N. C., to reveal the needed information as set forth by the St. Louis Division.
Fort Bragg, N. G., was contacted on 7/6/78, and after checking her records for the year 1974, advised she was unable to locate any record
, was contacted on 7/6/78, and after checking her records for the year 1974, advised she was unable to locate any record for an individual by the name of as ever residing during that period of time on the military reservation on Fort Bragg.
On 7/6/78, 9
Fort Bragg, N. C., advised he has no records
at this location on but did state there is a possibility that a name check could be made if a dossier exists at the U. S. Army Intelligence Record Repository (USAIRR) at Fort Meade, Maryland .. He stated it is possible a name check could be made which may contain either a date of birth, place of birth or Social Security Number if the individual, had a background investigation or a dossier exists.
stated he knows of no other location at Fort Bragg, N. C., where the needed military information could be obtained and that the only other place that he knows of is the 201 file which would be at the National Personnel Record Center at St. Louis, Missouri, if in fact has been discharged. 2- Seattle 1 - Charlotte RHC: 1bi (3) Buy U.
Louis, Missouri, if in fact has been discharged. 2- Seattle 1 - Charlotte RHC: 1bi (3) Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan AU. S. GPO: 1977-0-241-330 3089
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SEARCHED ILINDEXED
$ SERIALIZED TILFILED JUL 1 4 1978
TLE
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GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112
DB Cooper-16777
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Charlotte is unable to ascertain the date and place of birth, branch of service, military service number, dates of service or Social Security Number of as stated above and also as shown in the communication of 5/16/78. Seattle may desire to furnish background information on this matter to Baltimore to have, if the possibility exists, a name check made of through the U. S. Army Intelligence Record Repository at Fort Meade, Maryland. There is no other record available at Fort Bragg or in the Fayetteville, N. C., area whereby additional identifying or descriptive data of could be obtained. As stated in Charlotte communication there were only two Instructors left at Fort Bragg who were here at the time
As stated in Charlotte communication there were only two Instructors left at Fort Bragg who were here at the time and as further shown in that communication one of the Sergeants presently at Fort Bragg advised that was from either North or South Dakota and was discharged and upon his discharge he was reportedly returning to his home
In view of the above information no further inquiry is being made by the Charlotte Division.
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DB Cooper-16778FD-36 (Rev. 3-24-77)
TRANSMIT VIA: Airtel
PRECEDENCE: Immediate
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
7/14/78
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, ST. LOUIS (164-63) (RUC) SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SE
K/g
Re : Suspect aka,
Re Denver airtel to St. Louis, 6/16/78.
On 7/13/78, Personnel of the National Personnel Records Center (Military Branch), St. Louis, Missouri, advised that extensive search of morning reports to locate an organization known as during
Louis, Missouri, advised that extensive search of morning reports to locate an organization known as during period 1961 through 1963 met with negative results. Also, that the morning reports searched failed to disclosed the name or variations there- of. Above personnel further advised efforts were made to locate a during 1964 and 1965, however this search also met with negative results.
All persons contacted were apprised of the provisions of the Privacy Act and those requesting confidentiality have been so noted when confidentiality was granted. When limited confidentiality was granted, the limit of the grant has also been noted.
2 - Seattle 1 - Denver (164-640) (Info.) 1 - St. Louis GTJ/pmg (4)
164-81-7991
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FILED JUL 1 7 1978 ACAITLE
Per
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16779
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Approved:
Transmitted
FBI UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum b6 b7C
DATE:
7/26/78

REPLY TO	SA
ATTN OF:

SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
GOVERNMENT memorandum b6 b7C
DATE:
7/26/78

REPLY TO	SA
ATTN OF:

SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUfile 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81 SUB G) (P)
RE: SUB G EVIDENCE
Re meme of SA 7/5/78.
Contact made with the Identification Staff at the King County Sheriff's Office revealed that no facility was available for searching a latent print through an established file of known criminals.
On 7/25/78, contact made with the Seattle Police Department, Seattle, Washington, determined that a computerized system is established at the Seattle Police Department whereby a latent print, containing sufficient detail, could be classi- fied and compared with the impressions of known individuals in this file.
On this same date 7/25/78, the photographs of 78 latent prints and one latent impression were furnished to the of the Seattle Police
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Department for search in their computerized file. She stated that she would notify the agent as to when the search was completed.
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Maintain contact with Seattle Police Department, Identification Section, for the results of a
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Maintain contact with Seattle Police Department, Identification Section, for the results of a search in their file and thereafter obtain all photographs of latents previously furnished so that they may be furnished another agency for search of a similar file.
CSD/dlb (2)
164-81-7992 -
INDEXED HLED
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TTLE
2
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DB Cooper-16780
*U. S. GPO: 1977-0-241-530/3300
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76)
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b6 b7CUNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum b6 b7C
DATE:
7/26/78
SA
REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81 SUB G) (P)
RE: SUB G
EVIDENCE .
Jule y
Re meme of SA
7/5/78. b6 b7c
Contact made with the Identification Staff at the .. King County Sheriff's Office revealed that no facility was available for searching a latent print through an established file of known criminals.
On 7/25/78, contact made with the Seattle Police Department, Seattle, Washington, determined that a computerized system is established at the Seattle Police
On 7/25/78, contact made with the Seattle Police Department, Seattle, Washington, determined that a computerized system is established at the Seattle Police Department whereby a latent print, containing sufficient detail, could be classi- fied and compared with the impressions of known individuals in this file.
On this same date 7/25/78, the photographs of 78 latent prints and one latent impression were furnished to the of the Seattle Police
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Department for search in their computerized file. She stated that she would notify the agent as to when the search was completed.
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Maintain contact with Seattle Police Department, Identification Section, for the results of a search in their file and thereafter obtain all photographs of latents previously furnished so that they may be furnished another agency for search of a similar file.
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Saving: 3 el- saving
162-21-1992
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NAL FORM NO. 10
*U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3360
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7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Saving: 3 el- saving
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*U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3360
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7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-16781UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
:FILE
(164-81).
DATE:
8/24/78
FROM
:SAC JOHN M. REED
SUBJECT: NORJAK
-164-81-7136
Auch E
Kirkland,
Wa. (telephone , telephonically contacted me and advised that he Globe Insurance Company, which has the insurance policy for Northwest Airlines in this matter. He said he has been working on the possibility that UNSUB may have landed in Lake Merwin as he has, through use of
located what he thinks is a body in 100-150 feet of water. He says he has been work- ing on this theory and has searched a number of areas of Lake Merwin, and wanted specific information as to the possible landing area.
I informed him that insofar as I could recall, the entire matter of exactly where he landed is conjecture due to a number of variables, i.e., wind on the night in question; size of chute; weight of the individual; period of time before UNSUB released parachute, etc.
, wind on the night in question; size of chute; weight of the individual; period of time before UNSUB released parachute, etc.
This matter was referred to SA in an attempt to resolve any of the questions which may have.
JMR; 1dk
(1)
MARINO DIC 9/5 (N)
104-8/1993
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DB Cooper-16782 FBI/DOJ
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
DATE:
8/22/78
REPLY TO
JAG
ATTNON SAC, HONOLULU (164-85) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
(00: SEATTLE)
BUFILE 164-2111
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
Re Seattle airtel dated 5/23/78.
Photographs provided by Seattle Division with referenced airtel displayed to Honolulu, 7/24/78. advised only photograph possibly
resembling JACK COFFELT is the single photograph predominantly of the face and collar area. advised the other photographs displaying the upper body and facial area did not resemble JACK COFFELT.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Q - Seattle 1 - Honolulu RGH: djh (3)
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Buy U.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
Q - Seattle 1 - Honolulu RGH: djh (3)
164-81-7994 4 8 INDEXED ١٠٢
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan RU.S.Government Printing Office: 1976-241-530/3018
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-167837/31/78
AIRTEL
TO:
DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
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FROM :
SAC; LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
SUBJ :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle airtel to Director, .6/28/78.
Attempts to locate
negative
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until 7/31/78, when a party at telephone number
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answered the telephone and stated that the
had moved
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and that their location was not known.
The records of Las Vegas Metropolitan PD were reviewed on 7/13/78, and they are negative on
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In the State of Nevada, a photograph is displayed on the driver's license of each driver, however, no .duplicate copy of that photograph is maintained by DMV.
SA recalled that . b6
in previous conversations, had indicated that he had been a military pilot in World War II.
SA recalled that . b6
in previous conversations, had indicated that he had been a military pilot in World War II. also told in some conversation some months ago that he planned to return to. the State of Missouri.
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Las Vegas will continue attempts to determine a new address for
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2 .- Bureau .. D - Seattle (164-81) (Info)
164-81-7995
ILINDEXED
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SEARCHED SERIALIZED FILED
AUG4 - 0-1978 ATTLE b6 b7C
DB Cooper-16784DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
8/7/78
SAC, LAS VEGAS. (164-60) (RUC) b6
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Re Las Vegas airtel to Director, 7/31/78.
A removal notice was filed with the U. S. Post Office, Las Vegas, Nevada, on 5/31/78, indicating that had filed a change of address notice b6 Oregon, as of 5/31/78. b7D b7C
to
Any information Seattle required from Las b6 in Oregon, are being left to the discretion b7D
Vegas feels will readily admit .. Leads to contact
b7C of the Office of Origin.
2 - Bureau 2- Seattle (164-81) 1 - Las Vegas DSG : arw (5)
4 WUINDEXED SERIALIZED FILED 164-81-7996 SEARCHED
$ AUG 1.
2 - Bureau 2- Seattle (164-81) 1 - Las Vegas DSG : arw (5)
4 WUINDEXED SERIALIZED FILED 164-81-7996 SEARCHED
$ AUG 1.1. 1978 b6 b7C DB Cooper-16785FD-36 (Rev. 3-24-77)
FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Teletype SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
AIRTEL
Date
7/27/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
REW/RPC
FROM {
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
Re ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW Sub Number 933
·
Re Seattle airtel to Sacramento, 7/6/78.
On 7/26/78,
Calaveras County SO
advised that he expected the trial of ROBERT RACKSTRAW was
in its final stages and' expected to be completed in two weeks.
The following investigation was conducted by SC
:
AT SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA:
On 7/21/78, California Department of Motor Vehicles, Driver's License Section, advised that a search of their files failed to locate any California driver's license for date of birth described as 6', 185 lbs., brown hair, and blue eyes.
No record could be located for
aka
No further investigation is outstanding in the Sacramento Division,
No record could be located for
aka
No further investigation is outstanding in the Sacramento Division, therefore, this matter is being RUC'd at this time.
2} Seattle 2 - Little Rock (164-22) 1 - Sacramento TRK : mml (5)
164-81-7997
FILED 4
JUL 2 9 1978 TLE K
Per
(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16786
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Approved:
Transmitted
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority Routine
.
733XX
AIRTEL
7/12/78
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM:
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SCATELE
(BUFILE 164-2111)
133
RE :
ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW
SUB NUMBER 933
Re Portland airtel to Sacramento dated 7/5/78.
On 7/12/78, Calavares County Sheriff's Office, advised that RACKSTRAW is currently on trial in Calavares County for murder and is being prosecuted by DA JOSEPH KILEY. He advised KILEY could be reached at number (209) 754-3837.
On 7/12/78, contact with the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, Stockton, California, revealed that the name of the Assistant DA
On 7/12/78, contact with the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, Stockton, California, revealed that the name of the Assistant DA handling the RACKSTRAN case in Stockton is
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
2 - Portland 2 - Seattle (164-81) 2 - Sacramento TAK/kmc (6)
114-01-7998
7
FILED
JUL 15-1978
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DB Cooper-16787
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PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine
FBI -
TRANSMIT VIA:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
8/10/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
(00: Seattle
Bufile #164-2111
933
RE ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW
Sub #933
Re Portland airtel to Sacramento dated 7/5/78; and Sacramento airtel to Portland dated 7/12/78.
Information contained in referenced Sacramento airtel to Portland was furnished on 8/7/78 to First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon who had been on vacation prior to that time.
Information contained in referenced Sacramento airtel to Portland was furnished on 8/7/78 to First Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon who had been on vacation prior to that time.
On 8/8/78, AUSA advised that he had been in telephonic contact with the District Attorney of Calavares County, California, JOSEPH KILEY, and had determined that suspect RACKSTRAW had been acquitted of the murder charge for which he was tried in Calavares County. then
telephonically contacted Deputy District Attorney of the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, Stockton, California. advised that suspect RACKSTRAW is scheduled to be tried on various charges in San Joaquin County beginning in September, 1978. Meanwhile, RACKSTRAW is free on $60,000 bail.
related to that he has worked very closely for a number of years with the FBI Resident Agent at Stockton, SA and he thinks very highly of SA He stated that he would make every effort to see to it that major case fingerprints of RACKSTRAW are obtained at some point during the forthcoming prosecution in September, 1978 .. 2 Seattle 2 - Sacramento (164-50)
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he would make every effort to see to it that major case fingerprints of RACKSTRAW are obtained at some point during the forthcoming prosecution in September, 1978 .. 2 Seattle 2 - Sacramento (164-50)
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Transmitted
(Number) (Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16788
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LEADS
SACRAMENTO
AT STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA. Will maintain contact with Deputy District Attorney for progress in his efforts to obtain major case fingerprints of suspect RACKSTRAW for elimination purposes in this matter.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-16789 FD-36 (Rev. 7-27-76)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate SECRET Routine CONFIDENTIAL Airtel EFTO CLEAR
Date
7/25/78
TO:
SAC, PORTLAND
SUB- 943
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (RUC) (3)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK V(A)
00: Seattle
L
On 7/20/78, Corona, California, telephone number
advised she
ROGER HOWARD MASTERSON,
aka Howard Roger Masterson, Howard Roger Mastenson, Howard
McGill, Howard Roger Kuskie.
SUBJECT:
NORJAK V(A)
00: Seattle
L
On 7/20/78, Corona, California, telephone number
advised she
ROGER HOWARD MASTERSON,
aka Howard Roger Masterson, Howard Roger Mastenson, Howard
McGill, Howard Roger Kuskie. She described MASTERSON as a
White male, born 10/6/43, in Oregon, 5'9"-5'10", 145 to
155 pounds, dark brown hair, hazel eyes, medium complexion.
She said
numerous states including Oregon where MASTERSON had many relatives. In 1970, MASTERSON was arrested in the Los Angeles, California, area on a Colorado warrant, charging him with writing bad checks.
She said MASTERSON was returned to Colorado, convicted and served about 13 years at the State prison at Buena Vista, Colorado.
said she
She believed MASTERSON was released from prison in October 1971, at which time he moved to Portland, Oregon. She never had any contact with MASTERSON after his imprisonment in 1970 except through
2 - Portland 2 - Seattle 1 - Los Angeles
JUL 30 min
MLT/dga (5)
111-11- 80,00
Approved: Apored: 16/8
DB Cooper-16790
Per
(Number)
(Time)
GPO : 1977 O - 225-539
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Transmitted
FBI Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile :
MLT/dga (5)
111-11- 80,00
Approved: Apored: 16/8
DB Cooper-16790
Per
(Number)
(Time)
GPO : 1977 O - 225-539
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Transmitted
FBI Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority LA 164-497
said that she was notified 6/1/72, that MASTERSON was found dead in his Portland apartment by (LNU) .
said she was living in Corona when MASTERSON died, however, Portland PD detectives tele- phonically contacted her regarding MASTERSON as they were investigating his cause of death; and she does not know if this has ever been resolved. She said one of the Portland police officers who contacted her was
also said she saw a copy of the autopsy report concerning MASTERSON and there were physical discrepancies in the report. For instance, said the autopsy report described the deceased (MASTERSON) as a much larger
man than MASTERSON and also described the deceased as having all of his natural teeth. She claimed MASTERSON had dentures or a partial plate in the upper front teeth area. said she has always had a doubt in her mind as to whether or not it was actually MASTERSON that died.
said she has always had a doubt in her mind as to whether or not it was actually MASTERSON that died.
said that she
MASTERSON'S
said she has never been close to however, over the most recent 4th of July holiday dropped by her Corona residence unannounced and
said she staved several days. During this visit, MASTERSON and remarked,
"I always suspected he (MASTERSON) did the COOPER hijacking in Oregon."
said did not elaborate further and nothing additional was said about the hijacking.
examined the artist drawings of unknown
subject, aka DAN COOPER. said there was a definite resemblance between MASTERSON and the unknown subject.
said she had no knowledge of MASTERSON having any experience with parachutes, but she believed he took a few private flying lessons in the mid 1960's in Van Nuys, California.
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MASTERSON he smoked Viceroy, Marlboro and Tareyton cigarettes.
said that MASTERSON
lived at
Beaverton, Oregon.
DB Cooper-16791
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MASTERSON he smoked Viceroy, Marlboro and Tareyton cigarettes.
said that MASTERSON
lived at
Beaverton, Oregon.
said was familiar with MASTERSON's activities prior to his death and she would know whereabouts.
lives at Portland, and works at Mier and Frank Department Store, Portland.
She said
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
LEADS
PORTLAND
AT PORTLAND, OREGON: Contact Portland PD for information regarding MASTERSON.
(2) Interview (LNU) concerning MASTERSON as possible suspect in this case.
(3) Interview
regarding her reported suspicions of MASTERSON being involved in this case.
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DB Cooper-16792
- 3* -OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
8/2/78
FROM
:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT:
V
3/ky
NORJAK (A) (00: Seattle)
BUS 943
Re suspect HOWARD ROGER MASTERSON.
Re Los Angeles airtel to Portland dated 7/25/78.
7/25/78, For information of Los Angeles and Seattle, on Washington County Sheriff's Office, Hillsboro, Oregon, furnished the following information:
HOWARD ROGER MASTERSON,
7/25/78, For information of Los Angeles and Seattle, on Washington County Sheriff's Office, Hillsboro, Oregon, furnished the following information:
HOWARD ROGER MASTERSON, white male, DOB 10/6/46, was found dead of a drug overdose in Washington County on 5/30/72. The Washington County Sheriff's Office conducted the necessary investigation which included the positive identification of MASTERSON by several immediate relatives. Investigation was conducted under their case number 72-3108. The investigation established, in addition to the positive identity of MASTERSON, the fact that the death was due to voluntary ingestion of drugs.
continued that recently several relatives of MASTERSON, more distant than the ones who identified him at the time of his death, have raised the question as to whether MASTERSON may still be alive, and as a result it has been suggested that the buried body be exhumed for re-identification. stated his office is completely satisfied with the validity of the identification and does not intend to go any further with the idea. He stated the people that raised the doubts alleged that they felt there was a possibility that MASTERSON was
He stated the people that raised the doubts alleged that they felt there was a possibility that MASTERSON was still alive and living in Mexico using the last name COOPER. He said that these individuals inferred that possibly MASTERSON might have been identical with UNSUB in captioned case.
pointed out he is personally satisfied 2 - Seattle 1 - Los Angeles (164-497) 2 - Portland
1-21-1-8001
INDEED
FILED 4
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that MASTERSON could have had nothing to do with the captioned matter because of the vast discrepancy in age and physical description. He stated he feels it is merely a ruse, those members of the family desirous of establishing re-identification to bring pressure to bare for such an operation. He stated he was advising the Portland FBI Office inasmuch as members of the family indicated that they were going to take the matter to the FBI since they had been turned down by the sheriff's office.
He stated he was advising the Portland FBI Office inasmuch as members of the family indicated that they were going to take the matter to the FBI since they had been turned down by the sheriff's office.
In view of the above circumstances and considering the considerable discrepancy in age and description, it is not belived necessary for the FBI to take any further action in this matter, and accordingly Portland plans no further action concerning this suspect.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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SAC, MINNEAPOLIS
7/11
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P) 
NORJAK 00: Seattle
each of
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On 6/27/78,
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Control Board. (NGCB) , Carson City, Nevada, advised that she has conducted extensive background of one.
for
Nevada. is described as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Nationality
American
DOB
POB
Height
6 27
Weight
180 pounds
Eyes
Blue
Hair
Brown
Complexion
Tan
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explained that she thought that perhaps could be the infamous "D. B. COOPER" since his connections in
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2 - Minneapolis (Enc. 1) (2)- Seattle (Enc.
6 27
Weight
180 pounds
Eyes
Blue
Hair
Brown
Complexion
Tan
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explained that she thought that perhaps could be the infamous "D. B. COOPER" since his connections in
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Education
FBI & ResidenceLV 164-60
and has resided at Oregon. She further explained that
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early 1970, and then suddenly shows
It. is
was interviewed by Buagents and stated
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stated that
afraid of b6 flying" and further he could never parachute. However, he stated that at one time he
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and tried to learn to fly it but never soloed. He remarked he smokes 3-4 cigarettes a day, often Marlboros and bums cigarettes often from others.
could only suggest that members of his family could perhaps verify 'his whereabouts on 11/24-25/71 (Thanksgiving time) and they would be
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activities.
A review of the LV file in this matter revealed that the person purporting to be D.
his family could perhaps verify 'his whereabouts on 11/24-25/71 (Thanksgiving time) and they would be
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activities.
A review of the LV file in this matter revealed that the person purporting to be D. B. COOPER is described as follows :..
Race
White
Sex
Male . :
Nationality
American
Age
50's
Complexion Height
5' 10" - 6'
Weight
Hair
Dark olive
175 pounds Black, parted on left side, side burns below ears, dark
. glasses. Smoked Raleigh filter tip cigarettes and seemed quite intelligent.
DB Cooper-16802
2LV 164-60
It is further noted that the skyjacking occurred on Wednesday evening, 11/24/71 of a North West Orient Flight out of Seattle, Washington, that terminated in Reno, Nevada;
LEAD :
MINNEAPOLIS DIVISION
At Offices of North West Orient Airlines.
Ascertain location of stewardesses and display photo in photo line-up.
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DB Cooper-16803FD-302 (REV. 11-27-70)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription 8/17/78
Northwest Flight 305, on November 25,
1971, viewed a photograph of and advised is not identical to the man who hijacked Flight 305.
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Se 164-81-8004
Interviewed on
8/15/78
al
Inver Grove Heights,
File #
MP-164-73-
Minnesota
071
by SA
/wrl
Date
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SubQ
Se 164-81-8004
Interviewed on
8/15/78
al
Inver Grove Heights,
File #
MP-164-73-
Minnesota
071
by SA
/wrl
Date dictated
8/15/78
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; It and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-16804DATE:
9/21/78
REPLY TO
ATTN OF
DAM
1 SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE RE:
XXX TO: SAG, SEATTLE (164-81)
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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Re Las Vegas letter to Minneapolis, 7/11/78.
NR
Enclosed for San Diego and Denver are one copy of referenced letter, and one copy of photo of suspect Enclosed for Seattle are the original and one copy of an FD-302 of
LEAD
DENVER
AT DENVER, COLORADO
Interview and display photo
of in photo spread.
SAN DIEGO
AT SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
Interview
and display photo of
in photo spread. @ - Seattle (Enc. w
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INDEXED: FILED
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OT TIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-16805
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype Immediate Priority TOP SECRET Facsimile Airtel Routine SECRET CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
10/11/78

TO:	SAC, BALTIMORE
FROM:	ACTING SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK (A)
00: Seattle Bufile 164-2111

Re
Enclosed for Baltimore are copies of Seattle airtel to St. Louis dated 6/7/78 and Charlotte letter to Seattle, dated 7/11/78. The enclosed communications are self-explanatory and point out that is one of the suspects in captioned matter, and Baltimore is requested to check through the U.
The enclosed communications are self-explanatory and point out that is one of the suspects in captioned matter, and Baltimore is requested to check through the U. S. Army Intelligence Record Repository at Fort Meade, Maryland, in an effort to obtain identifying data on 
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164-81-8006
Approved:
Transmitted
Per
(Number)
(Time)
GPO : 1977 () - 225-539 DB Cooper-16806
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BT UNCLAS.
NORJAK; 00 : SEATTLE.
THE FOLLOWING . INFORMATION PROVIDED FOR WHATEVER ACTION IS DEEMED APPROPRIATE.
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO,
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TELEPHONE
ADVISED
WHITE .FEMALE, DOB
OHIO, 5'5-1/2" TALL, 150-160 POUNDS, 'BRUNETTE, HAZEL EYES, IS CURRENTLY TRAVELING WITH INDIVIDUAL UTILIZING THE NAME SSAN-
WHITE MALE, 519", 170 POUNDS, MEDIUM LENGTH DARK
BROWN. HAIR PARTED ON LEFT, FAIR COMPLEXION, WELL .- DRESSED , APPROXIMATELY 45' YEARS OLD,
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HAIR PARTED ON LEFT, FAIR COMPLEXION, WELL .- DRESSED , APPROXIMATELY 45' YEARS OLD,
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ALIZED ..... ... ... FILED. .03 1.6 1978. TLE 7
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UNCLAS
HAS INDICATED HE
BELIEVES
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO
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DURING TELEPHONE CONVERSATION ON AUGUST 14, 1978,
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BEACH MOTEL, FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, ADVISED
BY UNKNOWN. MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION TO
RENO, NEVADA,
CLAIMS TO BE EXTREMELY
WEALTHY.
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CURRENT WHEREABOUTS AND TO PERSUADE HER TO RETURN, HOME REVEALED HAS WORKED. IN MCCARREN AIRPORT, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, UTILIZING DOB OF
HAS : STAYED AT LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, AND b6 ACCORDING. TO
WAS REMEMBERED
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ALSO ADVISED .WHILE WERE TRAVELING IN FLORIDA THEY RESIDED AT HOLIDAY INN, (PHONETIC ),
DB Cooper-16808PAGE THREE CV 164-38
UNCLAS FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA.
DURING, WEEK OF JULY 21, 1978, . AT. HOLIDAY INN, ATLANTIC CITY, RECENTLY OPENED GAMBLING ESTABLISHMENT,.
DURING, WEEK OF JULY 21, 1978, . AT. HOLIDAY INN, ATLANTIC CITY, RECENTLY OPENED GAMBLING ESTABLISHMENT,.
WHERE HE
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COMMENTED TO
ABOVE DATA IS BEING PROVIDED BECAUSE OF SIMILARITY IN, DESCRIPTION OF UNSUB IN CAPTIONED CASE WITH DESCRIPTION PROVIDED FOR INDIVIDUAL UTILIZING. NAME AND, IN ADDITION, HIS APPARENT . CONNECTION AND FAMILIARITY. WITH. LAS VEGAS - RENO COULD BE AS RESULT OF INJURIES
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DB Cooper-16809XXX
AIRTEL

70	: SAC, NIANI
FRON	: SAC, ALBUQUERQUE (149-131)

SUBJECT: HORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE
7/12/78
For Miami Office, the following information was obtained ro the possible identity of D. B. COOPER, Furitive Subject, in the Seattle "NORJAK" case.
On 6/16/78, Las Cruces, Now Mexico, work telephone contacted Agents at the Las Cruces Resident Agency. He advised that he had a.
On 6/16/78, Las Cruces, Now Mexico, work telephone contacted Agents at the Las Cruces Resident Agency. He advised that he had a. possible lead on D. B. COOPER - Furitive.
stated that due to a recently aired television prorrar describing the COOPER hijacking, he had begun to reflect on an acquaintance of his in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and his possible connection as the individual known an D. B. COOPER. said that chortly after he joined a loose-lit group known as the South Florida Parachute Association, which was dedicated to sport parachuting. One of the founders of that club was whom he described as a white male with light brown hair, and light colored even_ 61, 100-170 lbs., medium build.
stated that would not be in his late 40's, or carly 50's.
In 1953, had made betweon jumps under all types of conditions, and was involved in sport parachuting to the point that
sport
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stated that he and did not see again until approx-
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imately the spring of
when he
in Ft. Lauderdale.
WOC who
Present in the house when ho arrived (name unknown), and
romembers as havin~ graduated approximately the
saco time as
WOC who
Present in the house when ho arrived (name unknown), and
romembers as havin~ graduated approximately the
saco time as he had from
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8008
Seattle (164-31) (RAM)
OJA new sub
SOHAILED 12 FILED
2 - Albuquerque
JUL 1 7 1978 E
PEIT:ras 16
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DB Cooper-16810
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said that this name unknown, was an accon- in and
plished pilot. After inviting
which
described as an their conversation.
and continued
This was the Ho stated that he believed bakery, possibly Holsum Bread
had with
worked at that time for a
His name was in
the 1968 phone book, and he lived in the Ft. Lauderdale. stated that was an ex-paratrooper,
and had said to him on one occasion
It should be noted that is well- known to local law enforcement arencies and is generally con- sidered to be Ile has been interviewed on two other occasions by Bureau personnel, and admitted to them during one of these interviews, that he
It should also be noted that the description given for differed somewhat from that of UNSUB, aka D.
arencies and is generally con- sidered to be Ile has been interviewed on two other occasions by Bureau personnel, and admitted to them during one of these interviews, that he
It should also be noted that the description given for differed somewhat from that of UNSUB, aka D. B. COOPER, Given in Seattle report "NORJAK", dated 5/30/73.
requested at the time of the interview that he not be identificd to as the individual who supplied this information.
LEADS
MIAMI DIVISION
AT FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA
Will check indices and local law enforcement agency files for any past contact with and will investigate further, if indicated.
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DB Cooper-16811
- 29 -FD-36 (Rev. 3-24-77)
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority
PRECEDENCE: SECRET
Routine CONFIDENTIAL AIRTEL EFTO CLEAR
Date
9/14/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MIAMI (164-552) (RUC) 
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
(00: Seattle)
Re Albuquerque airtel to Miami, 7/12/78.
On 7/24/78, a review of the indicated Ft.
Date
9/14/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, MIAMI (164-552) (RUC) 
SUBJECT :
NORJAK (A)
(00: Seattle)
Re Albuquerque airtel to Miami, 7/12/78.
On 7/24/78, a review of the indicated Ft. Lauder- dale, Florida City Directory disclosed the following infor- mation:
The 1972 Directory reflects as residing at
a
Ft. Lauder- dale, Florida. is shown to be for Merita Bakeries, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
The 1977-1978 Telephone Directory reflects as residing at
7 MR
Oakland Park, Florida.
On 8/7/78, it was determined that records of the Broward County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) and the Ft. Lauder- dale, Florida Police Department were negative with regard to
On 8/9/78, it was determined that files of the Oakland Park, Florida Police Department were also negative regarding
On 8/14/78, a pretext telephone call to Merita Bakeries, 4280 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, Florida, disclosed that was still, employed at that location. 2 - Seattle 1 - Albuquerque (149-131) (Info) 1 - Miami MW : m.11 (4)
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SERIALIZED SEP21 1978 AHILE
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(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16812
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SERIALIZED SEP21 1978 AHILE
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(Number)
(Time)
FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16812
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Approved:
₹ nsmitted
FBI 4
₱ MM 164-552
During the period 8/14/78 through 8/23/78, several attempts were made to contact at his place of employment and at his place of residence. All attempts met with negative results as was never found to be at his place of employment or at his place of residence.
On 8/28/78, was contacted at his place of employment; that is, Merita Bakeries, Oakland Park, Florida. At that time, he provided the following information:
He has been employed with Merita Bakeries for approximately He was so employed during November, 1971. He has never been in the northwest portion of the United States; specifically, he has never been in Oregon or Washington.
was noted to be a white male, and he advised he was born He is 5'11" tall, and has weighed between 150 and 160 pounds for the past 15 to 20 years. He has He was however, as the years passed, he became less and less involved in skydiving.
was noted to be a white male, and he advised he was born He is 5'11" tall, and has weighed between 150 and 160 pounds for the past 15 to 20 years. He has He was however, as the years passed, he became less and less involved in skydiving. Only on occasions, does he now jump. In She now resides at Margate, Florida, which was his place of residence at the time of the D. B. COOPER hijacking.
In his denial that he is identical to the indivi- dual known as D. B. COOPER, who hijacked a Northwest Orient Airlines flight on 11/24/71 stated he was not quite sure how he would be able to establish his whereabouts on the specific date of 11/24/71. He feels that that he was in the South Florida area on that particular date. Also, since he has been an employee of Merita Bakeries for approximately the possibility exists that payroll records might establish his presence in the Ft. Lauderdale area on 11/24/71. If the need should arise, was of the opinion that he could probably find a photograph of himself taken sometime around 1971.
On 9/11/78, telephonically advised that he had been in touch with his
Merita Bakeries, 561 N. W. 32nd Street, Miami, Florida, who
2.
On 9/11/78, telephonically advised that he had been in touch with his
Merita Bakeries, 561 N. W. 32nd Street, Miami, Florida, who
2.
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advised him that he could only locate employment and/or payroll records for as far back as 1972. was unable to locate any records prior to 1972.
On 9/11/78, Margate, Florida, telephone number advised in
November, 1971. To the best of her knowledge,
was not away from home for any period of time during November, 1971. Also, if memory serves her correctly, it was in early or mid-November, 1971 that
in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. For some reason. 11/22/71 comes to her mind as being the
requested, however,
During interview of
it was noted
that he
Miami indices regarding
are negative.
Due to the absence of any additional information to suggest that should be considered as being iden- tical to UNSUB, aka D. B. Cooper, unless advised to the contrary by Office of Origin, no further inquiries regarding are being made and this matter is being placed in an RUC.
Cooper, unless advised to the contrary by Office of Origin, no further inquiries regarding are being made and this matter is being placed in an RUC. 
CONSIDER UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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DB Cooper-16814
3 *.OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 JULY 1973 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
SAC, SEATTLE
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
$ FROM SUBJECT: NORJAKV (A)
DATE:
9/25/78
On 9/19/78, a source of the Las Vegas Division advised that he has received information that one Nalso known as may be the unknown subject in captioned matter. ,
is described as follows:
Race
White Adult
Sex
Male
Date of Birth
Height
63"
Weight
180 pounds
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Brown, wears thick glasses
Address
Social Security Account Number
at present lives at
with a
and is attempting to
Source has advised that is originally from the Seattle area and has been in Reno for the past six to eight years. is a skydiver and is quite knowledgeable regarding aircraft. seems to have a great deal of money.
164-81-8010
2 - Seattle 1 - Las Vegas RJR : cae (3)
Iluminate
OVA new sub
6-2007-753
1 3
Buy U.
seems to have a great deal of money.
164-81-8010
2 - Seattle 1 - Las Vegas RJR : cae (3)
Iluminate
OVA new sub
6-2007-753
1 3
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-16815
5010-110
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Source is attempting to obtain more details and also get serial numbers from some currency has.
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION :
At Seattle, Washington:
Conduct credit and arrest check re
under that name and P.D. , KCSO, CREDIT - 10/2/79- 1 martini
LAS VEGAS DIVISION:
At Reno, Nevada:
When results of investigation by Seattle is received locate and interview particularly as to his whereabouts on 11/24-25/71.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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DB Cooper-16816
-2 *-UNITED STATES GOVERNIALII memorandum
1
DATE: 8/18/78
REPLY TO ATTN OF: SÀ
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
1
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
ONUR Baby.
RE :
Attached is one page of information provided by
a
(PROTECT IDENTITY) . has known source of this information, for several years and feels is a reliable individual.
RE :
Attached is one page of information provided by
a
(PROTECT IDENTITY) . has known source of this information, for several years and feels is a reliable individual.
Subsequent to providing this information, lives at
he advised that the suspect,
Snohomish, Washington.
east of Snohomish on the south side of , approximately
which goes to
is marked by a prominent sign along the highway.
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1.
KAG/jmp 12 Jump
contacted 9/15/78 .-
No additionalal
contacter 9/28/18 - b6 b7C much too young . - does not answer b7D description .
2.
ELIMINATE done 1164-81-8011
DJ/A nowmb.
:: 1 . 1978
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-112 DB Cooper-16817
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10/5/78
NORJAK 00: RE: SEATTLE
ReMPletter to SE, 9/21/78, and LV letter to MP,
7/11/78. Enclosed for Little Rock is one copy cach of referenced letters and one photo of
Denver file reflects that last known to reside in Arkansas.
Enclosed for Little Rock is one copy cach of referenced letters and one photo of
Denver file reflects that last known to reside in Arkansas.
was
LEAD
LITTLE ROCK
AT ARKANSAS
Will display photo of in spread to 
2 - Little Rock (Enc. 3) (R) 1 - San Diego ( INFO) ( RM) 2) - Seattle (164-81) (RM) I - Denver
DEVP: jeg (6)
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b6 b7c UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
8/10/78
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Re Seattle memo of SA
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On 7/27 and 8/2/78, attempts were made to contact and at
McKee Organ & Piano Company, Centralia, Washington, with negative results.
On 8/4/78, McKee Organ & Piano Company, 408 North Tower, Centralia, Washington, advised that in he had determined that the known to him had resided on
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Aberdeen, Washington, during the early 1970's. He stated they could not recall the
but he did recall
that
He again described aş a white male in his late 6'0" to 6'1", 180 pounds, medium build,
He stated they could not recall the
but he did recall
that
He again described aş a white male in his late 6'0" to 6'1", 180 pounds, medium build, color of hair, possibly sandy or light brown, and thinning on top.
On 8/4/78, Washington, Police Department, made available her records which reflected the following information concerning
+
date of birth
a white
male. 6'2". 185 pounds. brown eyes, gray hair and balding.
Aberdeen,
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done to
DEU 8013, SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 0 .. .. FILED. 11
9
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LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Seattle, Washington
Will review this file and determine if in fact has already been previously eliminated by investigation.
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[ 0FORM NO. 10 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P) DATE: 8/22/78
FROM
:
SC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Rememo SA
6/16/78.
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
(P) DATE: 8/22/78
FROM
:
SC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Rememo SA
6/16/78.
On 7/8/78, the files of the were reviewed and
were found the
time period.
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From review
He is described as follows:
Race:
White
Sex :
Male
Height:
67 inches
Weight:
140 lbs.
Hair:
Blonde
Eyes :
Blue
DOB:
FBI No:
A photo of
is attached 164-81-801441
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PRIORITY
ROUTINE
C SSIFICATION:
TOP SECRET SECRET CONFIDENTIAL
UNCLAS EFTO
UNCLAS DATI8/28/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (RUC)
SUBJECT :
NORJAK
00: Seattle
1
Re Cleveland teletype to Seattle, 8/17/78.
There is no record at McCarran International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada, relative to the employment of one
Las Vegas, Nevada, was contacted on 8/25/78,
and stated that in fact
and that
stated that
also
is no record at McCarran International Airport, Las Vegas, Nevada, relative to the employment of one
Las Vegas, Nevada, was contacted on 8/25/78,
and stated that in fact
and that
stated that
also stated that he had received a call. from the Youngstown, Ohio, Police Department relative to
Las Vegas is conducting no further investigation relative to
done + 2)- Seattle 1 - Las Vegas DSG: cae (3)
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The following investigation was conducted by on September 22, 1978, at Russellville, SA
Arkansas:
A confidential source advised as follows :
On July 26, 1972, came to the Peoples Bank and Trust Company, Russellville, Arkansas, wanting a $50,000 line of credit had moved to Russellville and had obtained for Russellville and was ,
was reportedly going to provide $40,000 of his own money to get the business going and was wanting the $50, 000 line of
of credit had moved to Russellville and had obtained for Russellville and was ,
was reportedly going to provide $40,000 of his own money to get the business going and was wanting the $50, 000 line of credit
As background information advised that he had lived in Oklahoma; Kentucky; Nashville, Tennessee; and California before moving to Russellville. He said while in Nashville and California he He said in Oklahoma he
. He said he also in Oklahoma. He said that his income from his business in Oklahoma in 1971 was over and that he expected to make approximately that same amount of money in 1972. He indicated that he fills out his own income tax returns and is current and has never been audited by the Internal Revenue Service. was asked for two credit references and he gave two banks as his credit references. He was asked for trade references and he gave two trade references. Those credit and trade references are as follows :
Bank of America Santa Paula, California Citizens Security Bank Bixby, Oklahoma
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Mikado Enterprises Oakland, California Telephone number 415-956-4151
Ampex
trade references are as follows :
Bank of America Santa Paula, California Citizens Security Bank Bixby, Oklahoma
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Mikado Enterprises Oakland, California Telephone number 415-956-4151
Ampex Corporation Dallas, Texas Telephone number 214-637-5100
Source began calling the credit references and trade references given by and at the Bank of America, Santa Paula. California, source talked with a who knew personally. said had a checking account at her bank for approximately two years with the balance averaging in the low three figures and his account, which was very satisfactory, was closed in 1970. She said the Pontiac
dealership in Santa Paula.
At the Citizens Security Bank. Bixby. Oklahoma,
source talked with who said that opened his account in 1970 and that his account averaged four figures and was satisfactory. She said her bank had not extended any credit to but had handled drafts drawn and those had
been taken care of satisfactorily by had approxi- mately on account at that bank at that time and was introduced to that bank by a telephone number
Source talked with
of Mikado Enter- prises.
had
been taken care of satisfactorily by had approxi- mately on account at that bank at that time and was introduced to that bank by a telephone number
Source talked with
of Mikado Enter- prises. Oakland, California, telephone number
and said his company had sold to since July,
1971, under the trade name of and that he
had
to He said the highest amount of credit extended was $10, 000 and that he had always paid as agreed. He said shipments were shipped to
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The source talked with of the Ampex Corporation Dallas, Texas, telephone number and
said he had known for two years and that pays well and he would highly recommend extending credit to him. said the highest amount Ampex drafted on
was $20,000 and the experience with had been very satisfactory.
The source said he requested the International Bank of Tulsa to check with the Secretary of State in Oklahoma regarding financial statements filed by Source said it was learned that in June, 1971, and September, did file financial statements with the 1971, Secretary of State of Oklahoma in which he listed that his
The source stated that he
Secretary of State in Oklahoma regarding financial statements filed by Source said it was learned that in June, 1971, and September, did file financial statements with the 1971, Secretary of State of Oklahoma in which he listed that his
The source stated that he later learned that
and when
source asked
about that informed him that the
and that he had later gone back into court and requested the
The
source said his bank did not extend credit to in 1972 because the bank learned that had contacted several other banks in the area requesting that they also extend credit to him in connection with
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The following investigation was conducted by SA
Through inquiries at Russellville, Arkansas, informa- tion has been developed that there are two persons residing in the Russellville area named Neither of those individuals reside at Russellville.
is a white male, DOB 5'10", 200 pounds, hazel eyes, gray hair, and he resides in an Russellville. He has a
mailing address of Russellville. He holds a
which he completed in 1974.
is a white male, DOB 5'10", 200 pounds, hazel eyes, gray hair, and he resides in an Russellville. He has a
mailing address of Russellville. He holds a
which he completed in 1974. He completed
the work for his in 1971. Investigation has developed that
at Arkansas Tech University in Russellville since 19/3. He is
at the college.
The other
is a white male, DOB
SSAN 6' tall, 185
pounds, brown hair (graying) and blue eyes. He resides at Dover, Arkansas. He formerly in Russellville and he is now and
Russellville.
opening of In late July 1978, is supposed to have a grand and the local newspapers have been contacted to cover that opening and take photographs of and his employees. At the present time, however, has long hair, down to his shoulders, and a full beard. Based on his current physical characteristics, it is felt that a current photograph of will be of questionable value for identification purposes.
Several contacts have been made since May 18, 1978,
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Several contacts have been made since May 18, 1978,
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they have made numerous inquiries in the Russellville area concerning in an effort to determine if was in this area in late 1971, but their efforts have been negative.
On July 3, 1978, Bank of Dover, Dover, Arkansas, advised as follows:
In 1971 he was employed as a
of Peoples Bank and Trust Company in Russellville, Arkansas. About the middle of that year it was reported that a man who was living in Oklahoma and had a his
named in Oklahoma and had made a lot of money in was going to be moving back to Arkansas. At that time it was felt that it would be advantageous to Peoples Bank and Trust Company if they could get account
since he reportedly had made a lot of money in the
did come to Peoples Bank and Trust Company in Russellville and open an account, but as he recalls it, never deposited very much money in Peoples Bank and Trust Company and during the time he had his
come to Peoples Bank and Trust Company in Russellville and open an account, but as he recalls it, never deposited very much money in Peoples Bank and Trust Company and during the time he had his account there, his balance was never very high. At that same time purchased some property from a who lives near
Dover, Arkansas. The property consisted of about and the purchase price was approximately that land paid either
For paid the money in cash and there was no mortgage on the property. He believes bought an adjoining at that same time and also paid cash. He recalls the time as being in the early fall of 1971 because when opened his account at the bank just before purchasing the property for cash, he came into the bank wearing short sleeves. He knows the weather was warm at that time. After opened his
account at the bank and purchased the property from he believes went back to Oklahoma and stayed for a period of time before returning to Russellville permanently. advised that when Russellville in 1972 he purchased some property on which is
came back to
and in about 1973
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advised that when Russellville in 1972 he purchased some property on which is
came back to
and in about 1973
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on the property which was for which had
in Russellville. During that time of the Peoples Bank and Trust Company in Russellville, checked on the background of since was borrowing money in connection with the building of his He believes that found that
had been in a and said he was not at the Bank of Dover in 1973, but that he had located in the records of that bank from a meeting of the Board of Directors on December 13, 1973. that the Bank of Dover had its first dealings with on that date. He said appeared before the Board of Directors on December 13, 1973, and indicated that
through that bank and that he would open up a business account at the Bank of Dover if he could do that. also said that he would give the Bank of Dover his personal account. At that meeting it was recommended that be loaned money by the Bank of Dover
did open his business account at the Bank of Dover after that, and he kept that account at the Bank of Dover until
At that meeting it was recommended that be loaned money by the Bank of Dover
did open his business account at the Bank of Dover after that, and he kept that account at the Bank of Dover until November 1977, when he closed it. The high balance
although in that business account was between in that business ago to
account. a man named
opened his personal account at the Bank of Dover on June 7, 1977. His high balance in that account was which was on August 15, 1977. He closed out that personal account in late 1977. After
ago he went into the He then opened an account at the Bank of Dover in the name The high in that account was which was on June 10, 1977. That account was it was open. That account was also closed currently has no account at the
in late 1977. Bank of Dover.
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On July 10, 1978, land records at Russellville, Arkansas. were checked to determine if the deed from was recorded in 1971, so that a purchase date of the could be established.
No record was located to verify that deed was ever recorded.
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Efforts to locate at Russellville,
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Efforts to locate at Russellville, Dardanelle, and Dover, Arkansas, where he was reportedly working were negative during the past several weeks.
On September 1, 1978, Russellville, Arkansas, telephone
advised as follows:
He first met in 1968 at Santa Paula,
California. was working as
for a
was about years old.
At that time As far as he knows, has never been in the military and has never had any experience in flying or parachuting. In 1971 moved back to Hot Springs, Arkansas, and at that time he understands that opened up a in Nashville, Tennessee. His there was reportedly in Nashville.
got out of the
He ran into again in the spring of
1971 at Lonoke, Arkansas, At that time and
several members of his family were setting up a The business apparently did not do well and in that same spring of 1971, left Lonoke and went to Oklahoma.
In 1973 he talked with
in 1971 get the did make a lot of money in the
and told him that after they arrived in Oklahoma but they were able to going and after that they
On September 13.
In 1973 he talked with
in 1971 get the did make a lot of money in the
and told him that after they arrived in Oklahoma but they were able to going and after that they
On September 13. 1978 Arkansas. advised that
Russellville.
of land near Dover, Arkansas, in the fall of 1971 for cash. He did not know exactly when the sale was made, but said it was in the fall or latter part of 1971 and that had moved back to Russellville, from Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he had made a lot of money in the
He said
will have the exact date when
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but paid him the cash for that land in 1971, is presently out of state and is not expected to return to Arkansas for about three weeks.
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FD-36 (Rev. 3-24-77)
TRANSMIT VIA:
PRECEDENCE: Immediate Priority Routine
FBI
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile SECRET Airtel CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
10/3/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LITTLE
Routine
FBI
CLASSIFICATION: Teletype TOP SECRET Facsimile SECRET Airtel CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date
10/3/78
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LITTLE ROCK (164-22) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
Re Sacramento airtel to Seattle, dated 7/27/78.
Enclosed for receiving offices are two copies each of three investigative inserts containing investigation at Russellville, Arkansas, and surrounding areas.
For the information of receiving offices, the following described individual has been named by a confidential source in Arkansas as the individual who committed captioned offense:
Name
Race
White Male
Sex
Date of Birth Place of Birth SSAN Height Weight
6' 0''
Hair Eyes vero
185
Brown and graying Blue
2>Seattle (Enc. 6) 150
2-Dallas (164-191) (Enc. 6) 3-Oklahoma City (164-56) (Enc. 6) 2-San Francisco (164-220) (Enc. 6) 3-Little Rock JWP / jfm (12)
164-81-8019
Approved: 1
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(Number)
(Time)
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16833
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Investigation has shown that was in the business of in Oklahoma during part of the year 1971.
1
Transmitted
(Number)
(Time)
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Investigation has shown that was in the business of in Oklahoma during part of the year 1971. He
According to information furnished by a confidential source (in enclosed insert) reportedly
made in 1971 and expected to make approximately that same amount in 1972.
LEADS :
DALLAS DIVISION
AT DALLAS, TEXAS
Will at the Ampex Corporation, telephone number determine from records of that company for the years 1971 and 1972 if would have done enough business to provide him a profit of in each of those two years.
OKLAHOMA CITY DIVISION
AT BIXBY, OKLAHOMA
Will through banking records at the Citizens Security Bank determine the extent of banking activities by to determine if his business earnings would have netted him in the years 1971 and 1972.
profits of
Since in the Bixby area under the will attempt to determine the and determine how late in 1971
brand name of
and/or. 1972 was in the Bixby area. AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA if Will at the Secretary of State's Office determine filed financial statements with that office in 1971 and 1972 and from those statements determine
AT OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA if Will at the Secretary of State's Office determine filed financial statements with that office in 1971 and 1972 and from those statements determine the businesses owned and operated in Oklahoma and the exact period of time he operated those businesses.
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SAN FRANCISCO DIVISION
AT OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA
Will contact Mikado Enterprises, telephone number to determine exactly how much business did with that company in 1971 and 1972.
apparently purchased his from that company
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SEATTLE DIVISION
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Will determine if it is desired for Little Rock to interview or if Seattle wants investigation contained in this airtel completed for background information on
LITTLE ROCK DIVISION
AT RUSSELLVILLE, ARKANSAS
Will interview to determine the exact date in which purchased land from him reportedly in the fall of 1971 and paid land.
cash for that
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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to determine the exact date in which purchased land from him reportedly in the fall of 1971 and paid land.
cash for that
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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FBI
TRANSMIT VIA: Teletype
PRECEDENCE:
CLASSIFICATION: Immediate TOP SECRET Facsimile Priority SECRET x- AIRTEL Routine CONFIDENTIAL EFTO CLEAR
Date 7/13/78
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) FROM: SAC, ALEXANDRIA (164-72) (RUC)
K.
NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE
Reference Seattle airtel to Bureau, 6/16/78.
On 7/5/78, Barcroft Apartments, 1130 South George Mason Drive, Arlington, Virginia, advised that she was the at the apartments for the period that the resided at the apartments. She stated that according to the apartment records rented the apartment from August, 1968 until December, 1973. She advised that the apartment they rented Arlington, Virginia, was at in a building with four apartments total. She said that there was only one current resident that was present during the period that the resided in the apartment and identified the resident as
She said that there was only one current resident that was present during the period that the resided in the apartment and identified the resident as
advised that according to
the records rent payments were made by cash and by check, however, there is no indication as to what bank was used for check purposes. She stated that she would be unable to comment as to whether or not was at the apartments or in the area in late November 1971.
2-Seattle 1-Alexandria MEB : gr (3)
164-31-8020
SEARCHED
SERIALIZED. FILED JUL 17 1978
INDEXED $ TLE b6 b7C
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Transmitted
(Number)
Per
(Time)
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On 7/11/78,
Arlington, Virginia, advised that they moved into their apartment in September, 1971. however, they do not recall either of the as residing in one of the other four apartments in the building.
Seattle is advised that telephone toll records are maintained by the telephone company for a period of six months and then destroyed. Therefore, telephone records for the period 1971 are not available.
Seattle is advised that telephone toll records are maintained by the telephone company for a period of six months and then destroyed. Therefore, telephone records for the period 1971 are not available.
Criminal record checks pertaining to were negative at the Fairfax County, Virginia, Police Department, the Alexandria, Virginia, Police Department and the Arlington County, Virginia, Police D .partment. Police record checks pertaining to were negative at Alexandria, Virginia, Police Department, Fairfax County, Virginia, Police Department. The following record was located at Arlington County, Virginia, Police Department wherein had been cited on 2/17/70 for violating a red light and no county tag.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-16837
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b6 b7C UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60)
DATE:
10/17/78
FROM
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE :
Re Las Vegas airtel to Bureau, 7/31/78 and Seattle airtel to Bureau, 6/28/78.
In order to assist in further eliminating Las Vegas is requested to conduct a credit check on him and obtain other
In order to assist in further eliminating Las Vegas is requested to conduct a credit check on him and obtain other descriptive data through logical investigation which would assist in eliminating
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- Las Vegas 3 - seattle MRM/1xje (5) Searched
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DB Cooper-16838
FBI/ DOJ
164-81-8021 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60)
DATE: 10/17/78
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUfile 164-2111
RE:
Re Las Vegas airtel to Bureau, 7/31/78 and Seattle airtel to Bureau, 6/28/78.
In order to assist in further eliminating Las Vegas is requested to conduct a credit check on him and obtain other descriptive data through logical investigation which would assist in eliminating
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a credit check on him and obtain other descriptive data through logical investigation which would assist in eliminating
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3 2
Las Vegas. Seattle
MRM/ljt (5)
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: SAC, DENVER (164-640)
FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: SEATTLE BUFile 164-2111
DATE:
10/17/78
RE :
COLORADO
Re Denver letter to Seattle, 7/28/78.
7/6/78, Referenced Denver letter indicates that on AMAX, Inc., Golden, Colorado, had determined on 7/6/78 that the payroll records for indicated that he had worked from midnight to 8 a.m. on 2/17/68.
For the information of Denver, captioned crime occurred on 11/24/71 and it will be necessary to recontact to determine subject's whereabouts on 11/24/71.
ARMED & DANGEROUS
5 Searched 4 Secla :* sed In loved Filed
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DB Cooper-16840 FBI/DOJ
11-4-81-8022
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DB Cooper-16840 FBI/DOJ
11-4-81-8022
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: SAC, DENVER (164-640)
FROM
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00:
SEATTLE
BUFile 164-2111
DATE:
10/17/78
1
RE:
COLORADO
Re Denver letter to Seattle, 7/28/78.
7/6/78, Referenced Denver letter indicates that on
1 AMAX, Inc., Golden, Colorado, had determined on 7/6/78 that the payroll records for indicated that he had worked from midnight to 8 a.m. on 2/17/68.
For the information of Denver, captioned crime occurred on 11/24/71 and it will be necessary to recontact to determine subject's whereabouts on 11/24/71.
ARMED & DANGEROUS - Denver 3 - Seattle MRM/ljt (5)
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F
FBI/DOJ
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REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
TO:
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-16841 164-81-80202
F
FBI/DOJ
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REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
TO:
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT memorandum
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ACTING SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
Re Seattle telephone call from SA
to SĄ
9/5/78.
On 9/5/78, Washington, telephone
Woodland,
provided the following infor- mation :
Approximately four to five years ago, he was fishing on Lake Merwin,: located near Woodland, Washington. While doing so, he found a piece of nylon cord in the lake, which was badly deteriorated. This cord was white in color and it was his opinion that it was part of an old ski rope, inasmuch as it had a mechanical weave, much like a ski rope. He stated that at first, he became quite excited when he saw the cord, thinking that perhaps it was from a parachute, but he realized the cord was not twisted like a parachute cord. He stated that because of this, he then threw away the cord.
The above is for information purposes.
3)- Seattle (164-81) JTG/jh (3)
164-81-8023,
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3)- Seattle (164-81) JTG/jh (3)
164-81-8023,
SEARCHED 4 KJINDEXED SERIALIZED ( FILED SEP 10 1973 b6 b7C
(info)
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
*U. S. GPO:1977-0-241-530/3360
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 (REV. 7-76) GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 5010-11 DB Cooper-16842
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9/19/78
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REPLY TO
ATTN OF:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
TO:
ACTING SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUB-J
to SA
Re Seattle telephone call from SA
9/5/78.
A
Woodland,
On 9/5/78, Washington, telephone
provided the following infor- mation :
Approximately four to five years ago, he was fishing on Lake Merwin, located near Woodland, Washington. While doing so, he found a piece of nylon cord in the lake, which was badly deteriorated. This cord was white in color and it was his opinion that it was part of an old ski rope, inasmuch as it had a mechanical weave, much like a ski rope. He stated that at first, he became quite excited when he saw the cord, thinking that perhaps it was from a parachute, but he realized the cord was not twisted like a parachute cord.
He stated that at first, he became quite excited when he saw the cord, thinking that perhaps it was from a parachute, but he realized the cord was not twisted like a parachute cord. He stated that because of this, he then threw away the cord. >
The above is for information purposes.
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ROYAL GLOBE HASTANE ROUND THE WORLD INSURANCE
150 William Street New York, N.Y. 10038
(212) 732-8400
September 11, 1978
Mr. John M. Reed Special Agent In Charge United States Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Investigation 915 Second Avenue · Seattle, Washington 98174
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Dear Mr. Reed:
0164-81
Re:
Hi jacking Northwest Airlines
Date of Loss: November 24, 1971
We would appreciate your assistance in updating our records re- garding the subject, in particular as to if the party has been apprehended and also if any of
Reed:
0164-81
Re:
Hi jacking Northwest Airlines
Date of Loss: November 24, 1971
We would appreciate your assistance in updating our records re- garding the subject, in particular as to if the party has been apprehended and also if any of the funds paid by our company to our insured have been recovered.
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In the past and present, we have been contacted by a and most recently of In 1976 she relayed to us all information regarding the hijacking, also stated she had given the same information to the Bureau. five years before. We in turn relayed her information to New York Branch of the Bureau. Later.
advised us that the information supplied by was nothing new and they had already checked her out. Most recently, she again wrote us an eleven page letter, regarding "D. B. Cooper" QueShe has listed the names and addresses of parties who could identify this man. She concluded by stating "she smells fear among some of these people" and has not pursued the matter. She has requested that we be very careful who we show this information, that she furnished, too. She hopes we find before he finds her or she'll be a dead duck. Also she states she can expect no protection from the F.
She hopes we find before he finds her or she'll be a dead duck. Also she states she can expect no protection from the F.B.I. based on findings.
We would appreciate hearing from you regarding the status of the case and in particular letter to us.
Vouona TORE +miles
Rec.
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150 William Street New York, N.Y. 10038
(212) 732-8400
September 11, 1978
Mr. John M. Reed Special Agent In Charge United States Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Investigation 915 Second Avenue · Seattle, Washington 98174
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Dear Mr. Reed:
0164-81
Re: Hijacking Northwest Airlines
Date of Loss: November 24, 1971
We would appreciate your assistance in updating our records re- garding the subject, in particular as to if the party
Reed:
0164-81
Re: Hijacking Northwest Airlines
Date of Loss: November 24, 1971
We would appreciate your assistance in updating our records re- garding the subject, in particular as to if the party has been apprehended and also if any of the funds paid by our company to our insured have been recovered.
In the past and present, we have been contacted by a and most recently of In 1976 she relayed to us all information regarding the hijacking, also stated she had given the same information to the Bureau, five years before. We in turn relayed her information to New York Branch of the Bureau. Later,
advised us that the information supplied by was nothing new and they had already checked her out. Most recently, she again wrote us an eleven page letter, regarding "D. B. Cooper" . .. She has listed the names and addresses of parties who could identify this man. She concluded by stating "she smells fear among some of these people" and has not pursued the matter. She has requested that we be very careful who we show this information, that she furnished, too. She hopes we find before he finds her or she'll be a dead duck.
She has requested that we be very careful who we show this information, that she furnished, too. She hopes we find before he finds her or she'll be a dead duck. Also she states she can expect no protection from the F.B.I. based on findings.
We would appreciate hearing from you regarding the status of the case and in particular letter to us.
Youra very tmily
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DATE: 8/15/78
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
On August 14, 1978, Chief of Police JOE EVANS, Warden, Washington, advised that he just returned from a weeks vacation at Glenwood, Washington, Klickitat County. He advised that during his stay at Glenwood he observed an individual that appeared to him to be identical to the composite drawing of the instant unsub
He advised that during his stay at Glenwood he observed an individual that appeared to him to be identical to the composite drawing of the instant unsub that had been circulated to police agencies in the past. He advised that he did not conduct any investigation to identify the individual. but did determine that he resides in a He advised that the of the west.
as one approaches the town going
LEADS :
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At Glenwood, Washington
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DATE: 8/15/78
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On August 14, 1978, Chief of Police JOE EVANS, Warden, Washington, advised that he just returned from a weeks vacation at Glenwood, Washington, Klickitat County.
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DATE: 8/15/78
FROM
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SUBJECT:
NORJACK 
On August 14, 1978, Chief of Police JOE EVANS, Warden, Washington, advised that he just returned from a weeks vacation at Glenwood, Washington, Klickitat County. He advised that during his stay at Glenwood he observed an individual that appeared to him to be identical to the composite drawing of the instant unsub that had been circulated to police agencies in the past. He advised that he did not conduct any investigation to identify the individual, but did determine that he resides in a
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LEADS : SEATTLE DIVISION
At Glenwood, Washington
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Of Glenwood advised matter Previously brought to hus attending.
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TO
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 8/15/78
FROM
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SUBJECT:
NORJACK
On August 14, 1978, Chief of Police JOE EVANS, Warden, Washington, advised that he just returned from a weeks vacation at Glenwood, Washington, Klickitat County. He advised that during his stay at Glenwood he observed an individual that appeared to him to be identical to the composite drawing of the instant unsub that had been circulated to police agencies in the past. He advised that he did not conduct any investigation to identify the individual, but did determine that he resides in a
He advised that the
of the west.
as one approaches the town going
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
At Glenwood, Washington
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: ACTING SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 9/7/78
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
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Re memo of SA JOHN M. REED, dated August 24, 1978.
2
On August 24, 1978 Kirkland, Washington, was telephonically contacted and advised that the FBI did not have any information which would help him in his search and salvage operations in the Lake Merwin area. was further advised that no portion of the lake could be ruled out as far as a possible area into which UNSUB may have landed after parachuting from the NORJAK aircraft.
It was reiterated to that should he find anything during his search, he should immediately contact the Vancouver Office of the FBI and failing to contact them, he should call collect to the
It was reiterated to that should he find anything during his search, he should immediately contact the Vancouver Office of the FBI and failing to contact them, he should call collect to the Seattle Office of the FBI and ask for Special Agent
stated he is currently in the process of purchasing a which would allow him to widen his search of the Lake Merwin area, and he anticipated continuing the search of the Lake Merwin area, on August 25, 1978.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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FBI/DOJ DB Cooper-16849
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UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: ACTING SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 9/7/78
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A)
00: SEATTLE
BUFILE 164-2111
Sub J SUBE
Re memo of SA JOHN M. REED, dated August 24, 1978.
1
On August 24, 1978, Kirkland, Washington, was telephonically contacted and advised that the FBI did not have any information which would help him in his search and salvage operations in the Lake Merwin area.
24, 1978, Kirkland, Washington, was telephonically contacted and advised that the FBI did not have any information which would help him in his search and salvage operations in the Lake Merwin area.
was further advised that no portion of the lake could be ruled out as far as a possible area into which UNSUB may have landed after parachuting from the NORJAK aircraft.
It was reiterated to that should he find anything during his search, he should immediately contact the Vancouver Office of the FBI and failing to contact them, he should call collect to the Seattle Office of the FBI and ask for Special Agent
stated he is currently in the process of
purchasing a which would allow him to widen his search of the Lake Merwin area, and he anticipated continuing the search of the Lake Merwin area, on August 25, 1978.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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The following investigation was conducted by
SA :
AT SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
San Francisco indices contain no reference to ROBERT WESLEY
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The following investigation was conducted by
SA :
AT SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
San Francisco indices contain no reference to ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW or ROBERT WESLEY JONES to the NORJAK investigation (SF 164-220) prior to 1978.
AT CALIFORNIA
was recontacted regarding
whereabouts in 1971. recalled that left ROBERT RACKSTRAW at Fort Rucker, Alabama, in early 1971, California, area. She recalled that
the Subject was released from the Army some time in mid year 1971. She believes that he was area in the summer of 1971,
California, She could
not recall where he was in the fall of 1971, or specifically Thanksgiving, 1971.
vaguely recalled that RACKSTRAW may have been flying a plane or helicopter for some land developement company in Oregon or Washington in late 1971. She believed that his job required him to fly people over large land tract areas.
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The following investigation was conducted by
SA
AT SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
San Francisco indices contain no reference to ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW or ROBERT WESLEY JONES to the NORJAK investigation (SF 164-220) prior to 1978.
AT
CALIFORNIA
was recontacted regarding
whereabouts in 1971. recalled that left ROBERT RACKSTRAW at Fort Rucker, Alabama, in early 1971, California, area. She recalled that
the Subject was released from the Army some time in mid year 1971. She believes that he was area in the summer of 1971,
California, She could
not recall where he was in the fall of 1971, or specifically Thanksgiving, 1971.
vaguely recalled that RACKSTRAW may have been flying a plane or helicopter for some land developement company in Oregon or Washington in late 1971. She believed that his job required him to fly people over large land tract areas.
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TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
DATE:
9/27/78
CRM/ PKG
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P) (SJRA)
SUBJECT:
UNSUB, aka
D. B. Cooper
CAA - HIJACKING (A)
00: SE
SUB 933
Re Portland letter to San Francisco dated 2/28/78.
Enclosed for Seattle are two (2) copies of an investigative insert showing investigation by SA b6 b7C at San Francisco and California. This insert concerns investigation regarding ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW and ROBERT WESLEY JONES.
Regarding the information contained in referenced Portland letter to San Francisco, be advised that San Francisco has reviewed the information contained in letter furnished by N'and after much due deliberation, San Francisco, has determined that no further logical investigation appears warranted to involve or eliminate
reviewed the information contained in letter furnished by N'and after much due deliberation, San Francisco, has determined that no further logical investigation appears warranted to involve or eliminate the suspect suggested. San Francisco, therefore, is taking no further action with regard to this letter.
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DB Cooper-16853 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 11/8/78
FROM : SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (RUC) REW/RFA
SUBJECT: NORJAK (A) 00: Seattle Bufile 164-2111
Re: ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAW Subject No. 933
Sub 933-
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, 8/10/78.
On 10/11/78, one day prior to his trial in Stockton, California, ROBERT RACKSTRAW rented a $55,000 plane from Bridgeford Flying Service and later that day called in a "Mayday" advising that his plane was on fire and he was forced to ditch in the ocean approxi- mately 12 miles out of
rented a $55,000 plane from Bridgeford Flying Service and later that day called in a "Mayday" advising that his plane was on fire and he was forced to ditch in the ocean approxi- mately 12 miles out of Monterey, California.
Investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard failed to find any sign of wreckage and it is believed that subject flew the plane to Mexico.
In view of the above, Sacramento is conducting no further investigation on this matter; however, if subject is located and arrested he will be returned to Stockton, California and major case prints will be obtained. (2 - Seattle 1 - Portland (164-41) 1 - Sacramento TRK/emh (4)
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SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (RUC)
NORJAK (A) 00: Seattle Bufile 164-2111
Re: ROBERT WESLEY RACKSTRAN Subject No. 933
Re Portland airtel to Seattle, 8/10/78.
On 10/11/78, one day prior to his trial in Stockton, California, ROBERT RACKSTRAW rented a $55,000 plane from Bridgeford Flying Service and later that day called in a "Mayday" advising that his
On 10/11/78, one day prior to his trial in Stockton, California, ROBERT RACKSTRAW rented a $55,000 plane from Bridgeford Flying Service and later that day called in a "Mayday" advising that his plane was on fire and he was forced to ditch in the ocean approxi- mately 12 miles out of Monterey, California.
Investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard failed to find any sign of wreckage and it is believed that subject flew the plane to Mexico.
In view of the above, Sacramento is conducting no further investigation on this matter; however, if . subject is located and arrested he will be returned to Stockton, California and major case prints will be obtained. 
(2)- Seattle
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DB Cooper-16855 FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATI
Date of transcription
10-19-78'
California, was displayed photographs of the following individuals for her possible identification as the hijacker involved in the above-captioned matter, referred to as "D. B. COOPER" :
1. Caucasian male, not furtheriidentified.
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10-19-78'
California, was displayed photographs of the following individuals for her possible identification as the hijacker involved in the above-captioned matter, referred to as "D. B. COOPER" :
1. Caucasian male, not furtheriidentified.
2. date of birth
3. Caucasian male, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department booking San Francisco Police Department
4. booking
5. Caucasian male, San Diego Police Department (SDPD) booking
6. Caucasian male, San Diego County Sheriff's Office booking
After viewing the above photographs, she advised that none appeared remotely similar to the individual who had hijacked the Northwest Orient Airlines flight from Seattle, Washington, to Reno, Nevada, on the evening of November 24, 1971.
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This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; It and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
It is the property of the FBI and is loaned to your agency; It and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
DB Cooper-16856FD-302 (REV. 3-8-77)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date of transcription
10-19-78'
California, was displayed photographs of the following individuals for her possible identification as the hijacker involved in the above-captioned matter, referred to as "D.B. COOPER" :
1. Caucasian male, not furtheriidentified.
2.
date of birth
3. Caucasian male, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department booking
4.
San Francisco Police Department
booking
5. Caucasian male, San Diego Police Department (SDPD) booking
6. Caucasian male, San Diego County Sheriff's Office booking
After viewing the above photographs, she advised that none appeared remotely similar to the individual who had hijacked the Northwest Orient Airlines flight from Seattle, Washington, to · Reno, Nevada, on the evening of November 24, 1971.
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TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
10-19-78
RYDEN
FROM
SAC, SAN DIEGO (164-91) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJACK
(00: SEATTLE)
SUB- 153
Re Las Vegas letter to Minneapolis, 7-11-78, and Minneapolis letter to Seattle, 9-21-78.
Enclosed herewith for Seattle is an original FD-302 reflecting the interview of Ca., on 10-13-78.
For information of receiving offices, a photograph of was displayed in a spread of photographs to with negative results with respect to his possibly being identical to "D. B. COOPER".
No further investigation remains at San Diego. 12 )- Seattle (Enc. 1) reda 1 - Denver (Info) KD 1 - Las Vegas.
No further investigation remains at San Diego. 12 )- Seattle (Enc. 1) reda 1 - Denver (Info) KD 1 - Las Vegas. (164-60) (Info) 1 - Minneapolis (164-73) (Info) 1 - San Diego
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DB Cooper-16859 Can't they toutch you? We said "Cause it's been five years, and the Statute of limitations runs out tonight at midnight, and I'm Celebrating.
He told my Don he had done something and jumped but is an air plane and escapes. He said he knew the format well, that he had taken survival training when he was with the hangers. He was trained to jump from a plane, and survive on Berries Or any thing he Could fine.
He said they would give them one Chicken and tell them to keep the Chicken untill they Couldn't find Any thing else to eat and go as long as they could with but food.
He said they would give them one Chicken and tell them to keep the Chicken untill they Couldn't find Any thing else to eat and go as long as they could with but food. Sin kill the Chicken, and eat that." He said the F. B. I was looking for kin.
That night, I saw the picture on I. V. with out Knowing about his conversation with my son. Th, Don told me about the Conversation with out
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Joe had left to his wife Lizzie Due ix wilmington. The I have never been Very Close to the family except Lizzie, who died in the late 505. So I didn't know
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He is nerveaus, Very Watchful, He turns his back to the wall, and always faces the door. If an officer Comes in he is texse and Exptight sentill he leaves all the time pulling at his beard. he never pults his Jacket or hat DB Cooper-16861 Gael71.
If an officer Comes in he is texse and Exptight sentill he leaves all the time pulling at his beard. he never pults his Jacket or hat DB Cooper-16861 Gael71. We tricked him into taking this hat off and every One that saw the picture ON I' Daid with but his that he looked just like the Guy on S.V. He wears a
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in Speach . He is heavily armed at all times. guns in both boats, On the inside and out side lout pockets also gens under the front seat of his Car. He is quiet, But Trich Tempered. He also has a They are
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Dan Cooper Hijacking of CAA
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I Have reason to believe Know where the man is that Hijacked the plane in your one Umest