S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings rian
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INIZ EDITION GSA FPMR (n CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/2/72
FROM : SA
Sub J
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SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re memo SA THOMAS J. MANNING dated 5/25/72.
On 5/26/72, a search of the area one-half mile from the Steelyai Bay Road on Lewis River Road was conduc- ted by SA with negative results. No buzzards or dead animals were sighted.
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On 5/26/72, Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office, advised that he is familiar with the above area and that at this time of the year, the young buzzards are just getting their wings and that they circle the area of their nest testing their new wings. He also stated that there is a great amount of animals hit by cars and natural kill-off in this area, and that could be the reason for the circling buzzards. No further investigation is contem- plated by the Longview RA in this matter.
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6/2/72
SA
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NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
Re memo. SA THOMAS J. 'MANNING dated 5/25/72.
On 5/26/72, a search of the area one-half mile from the Steelyal Bay Road on Lewis River Road was conduc- ted by SA. with negative results. No buzzards or dead animals were sighted.
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On 5/26/72, Cowlitz County Sheriff's Office, advised that he is familiar with the above area and that at this time of the year, the young buzzards are just getting their wings and that they 'circle the area of their nest testing their new wings. He also stated that there is a great amount of animals hit by cars and natural kill-off in this area, and that could be the reason for the circling buzzards. No further investigation is contem- plated by the Longview RA in this matter.
He also stated that there is a great amount of animals hit by cars and natural kill-off in this area, and that could be the reason for the circling buzzards. No further investigation is contem- plated by the Longview RA in this matter.
RWC: bgw (3)
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION SSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
.
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATEA
5/31/72
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FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
At 11:10 AM, 5/31/72,
Bremerton, telephone tele- phonically advised the Seattle Office of the FBI, that who resides at
Bremerton, and who has no telephone, was at that time in the residence of had stated to that and in the process of
stated to
that she knows who "D.B. COOPER" is.
on 5/30/72 was not sure of the implication of the name "D.B. COOPER" and on 5/31/72, inquired of as if that were the identity of the hijacker.
When assured by such was the case, b6 b7C
furnish the above information. telephoned the office to
advised
area.
that is moving somewhere in the will be
willing to furnish any additional information to inter- viewing agents.
that is moving somewhere in the will be
willing to furnish any additional information to inter- viewing agents.
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5/31/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
At 11:10 AM, 5/31/72,
Bremerton, telephone tele- phonically advised the Seattle Office of the FBI, that who resides at
Bremerton, and who has no telephone, was at that time in the residence of had stated to that and in the process of
stated to
that she knows who "D.B. COOPER" is.
on 5/30/72 was not sure of the Implication of the name "D.B. COOPER" and on 5/31/72, inquired of as if that were the identity of the hijacker.
When assured by such was the case, telephoned the office to
furnish the above information. advised is moving somewhere in the area. will be willing to furnish any additional information to inter- viewing agents.
advised is moving somewhere in the area. will be willing to furnish any additional information to inter- viewing agents.
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AIRTEL
5/30/72
TO:
SAC, MINNEAPOLIS
FROM: ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111) NORJAK
St. Paul, Minnesota (telephone number
contacted/ Duty Agent, General Investigative Division, 5/28/72, expressing concern for the safety of President Nixon in Russia. He had no information as to any possible violation.
He said he was a veteran of World War II, had 26 years service as a paratrooper, and retired with the rank He had no complaint of any kind and desired to assist law enforcement in any way.
Minneapolis consider a suspect in captioned case and conduct appropriate investigation. 2
Seattle (164-81)
164-81-3464
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
001
FBI
Date: 6-1-72
Transmit the following in PLAINTEXT
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE URGENT
(Priority)
5-22-64)
001
FBI
Date: 6-1-72
Transmit the following in PLAINTEXT
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE URGENT
(Priority)
TO : SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FNM
NORJAK. RE SUSPECT (FNU) CLARK COUNTY SHERIFF'S
ON INSTANT DATE
OFFICE, VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON, ADVISED THAT
OREGON CITY, OREGON,
TELEPHONE
RECENTLY TOLD
HIM THAT
(FNU)
FITS THE
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CAPTIONED UNSUB AND LOOKS LIKE THE COMPOSITE PHOTOGRAPH OF THE UNSUB.
HE ADDED THAT LEFT HIS RESIDENCE ONE DAY PRIOR TO THANKSGIVING, SEVENTYONE, AND DID NOT RETURN UNTIL THE FOLLOWING MONDAY .' ADVISED THAT HAS BEEN UNEMPLOYED ALL WINTER, BUT HAS CONTINUED TO PURCHASE EXPENSIVE HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. ADDED THAT TOOK
FLYING LESSONS LAST YEAR AND IS QUITE FAMILIAR WITH FLYING REGULATIONS AND THE GENERAL TOPOGRAPHY IN CLARK COUNTY AND MULTNOMAH COUNTY.
PORTLAND. AT OREGON CITY, OREGON. WILL IMMEDIATELY
CONTACT
(SUPRA) TO DEVELOP FURTHER BACKGROUND
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WILL IMMEDIATELY
CONTACT
(SUPRA) TO DEVELOP FURTHER BACKGROUND
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Approved:
Special Agent in Charge
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U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8539
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Date:
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Via
(Priority)
PAGE TWO SE 164-81
INFORMATION REGARDING AND DETERMINE IF HE IS IDENTICAL TO THE UNSUB.
AND THEREAFTER IDENTIFY 
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Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971 -413-135 DB Cooper-850
6/72
PLAINTEXT
TELETYPE
NITEL
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794. -
page
NORJAK
RE SUSPECT
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FOR INFORMATION OKLAHOMA CITY, INVESTIGATION BEING
CONDUCTED TO DETERMINE WHETHER SUSPECT WHITE MALE,
AMERICAN, DOB IDENTICAL TO
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LESSONS DURING NINETEEN SEVENTYONE. IF SO, STUDENT PILOT CERTIFICATE NECESSARY, RECORD OF WHICH WILL BE ON FILE AT
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
(FAA) FACILITY, OKLAHOMA CITY.
OKLAHOMA CITY WILL OBTAIN BACKGROUND, DESCRIPTIVE DATA, AND FLIGHT HISTORY INFORMATION IF ANY ON
RECORD OF WHICH WILL BE ON FILE AT
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
(FAA) FACILITY, OKLAHOMA CITY.
OKLAHOMA CITY WILL OBTAIN BACKGROUND, DESCRIPTIVE DATA, AND FLIGHT HISTORY INFORMATION IF ANY ON FILE FOR AT FAA FACILITY. AIRMAIL COPY SEATTLE.
1
- Portland (164-41) - Seattle (164-81) (MAIL)
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TO:	PORTLAND	(164-41)
FROM:	OKLAHOMA CITY (164-56) -P-

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NORJAK
REURTEL JUNE ONE LAST. $
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EXAMINATION
LAKE OSWEGO, OREGON, WHICH LISTED
SOCIAL
SECURITY NUMBER
EMPLOYED AT
OREGON CITY,
OREGON, ADDRESS OREGON CITY, OREGON AND IS DESCRIBED AS FIVE FEET NINE INCHES, ONE HUNDRED-SIXTY-FIVE POUNDS,
ON NOVEMBER TWENTY-SEVEN LAST
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EXAMINATION
LAKE OSWEGO, OREGON, WHICH LISTED
SOCIAL
SECURITY NUMBER
EMPLOYED AT
OREGON CITY,
OREGON, ADDRESS OREGON CITY, OREGON AND IS DESCRIBED AS FIVE FEET NINE INCHES, ONE HUNDRED-SIXTY-FIVE POUNDS, BROWN HAIR, BROWN EYES, U. S. CITIZEN.
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OC 164-56 PACE TWO
IT WAS DETERMINED NO AIRCRAFT WAS REGISTERED TO
AMCC SEATTLE. END
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DB Cooper-853
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/2/72
FROMY :SAC, HOUSTON (164-118) (RUC) JAff
Sub- y
SUBJECT: NORJACK
(00: SEATTLE)
Review of Houston file reflects no outstanding leads nor any public response that has not been thoroughly investi- gated with results being negative.
Per instructions set forth regarding ransom list in Bureau airtel to SAC, Albany, dated 12/7/71 have been complied with and should my objective information be received by the Houston Office, the Bureau and Seattle will immediately be advised.
ransom list in Bureau airtel to SAC, Albany, dated 12/7/71 have been complied with and should my objective information be received by the Houston Office, the Bureau and Seattle will immediately be advised.
5010-100 
2- Seattle
1 - Houston
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DB Cooper-854
OPTIONAL PORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-116 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/5/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
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On June 1, 1972, witness was exhibited photographs of the following individuals : b6 b7C
With the exception of
stated none of the other individuals bear any resemblance to the hijacker and in his opinion are not identical with him.
believed the photograph of
bore a very strong resemblance to the hijacker. He particularly noted the hairline, stating that if the hair in the photo- graph observed was marcelled as was the hijacker's, it would be an exceptionally good likeness. He further noted strong similarities in the high cheekbones, the long nose, and eyes as he remembered the hijacker.
He further noted strong similarities in the high cheekbones, the long nose, and eyes as he remembered the hijacker.
He was unable to determine from the photograph the complexion of but again emphasized the hi- jacker had a swarthy or Latin type complexion and it appeared to him might have such a complexion. He would prefer to see a color photograph and additional photographs of
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/2/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via A IRTEL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, MINNEAPOLIS (164-73) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Seattle airtel to Minneapolis dated 5/12/72; Los Angeles airtel to Seattle dated 5/16/72; Sacramento airtel to Seattle dated 5/18/72; Bureau airtel to Seattle dated 4/27/72; and Los Angeles airtel to Seattle dated 5/26/72; and Seattle teletype 5/12/72.
airtel to Seattle dated 5/16/72; Sacramento airtel to Seattle dated 5/18/72; Bureau airtel to Seattle dated 4/27/72; and Los Angeles airtel to Seattle dated 5/26/72; and Seattle teletype 5/12/72.
RE: (FNU)
2ka
Minnesota, advised
that is the only individual who could possibly be identical with suspect furnished by the Detroit Office. stated that was given a mandatory release from the Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on 8/12/71, after which he was under the super- vision of the U. S. Probation Office, Milwaukee.
On 6/1/72 the following photographs were displayed to Northwest Airlines stewardesses
who stated that these individuals
bear no resemblance to Unsub.
6 - Seattle 2 - Detroit (164-115)
2 - Alexandria
2 - Milwaukee 2 - Los Angeles (164-497)
2 - Portland 2 - New York 2 - Minneapolis RWG: bam (16)
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FBI - SEATTLE
Approved:
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ICH
Special Agent in Charge
1X 
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971 - 13-135 DB Cooper-8546
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furnished by Seattle Division;
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furnished by Los Angeles Division;
furnished by Alexandria 
Division;
furnished by Alexandria
GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971 - 13-135 DB Cooper-8546
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MP 164-73
furnished by Seattle Division;
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furnished by Los Angeles Division;
furnished by Alexandria 
Division;
furnished by Alexandria Division: 
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
LEADS
MILWAUKEE
AT MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN
Will contact U. S. Probation Office and determine
exact location of during pertinent period when aircraft hijacked, 11/23-25/71.
For information of Milwaukee, Detroit advised an individual (ENU) was furnished as a suspect by a who is employed at at Detroit, Michigan. Investigation at Federal Prison determined that only could possibly be identical with
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FD+36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
005
FBI
Date: 6/6/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code) NITEL
Via
TELETYPE
(Priority)
TO :
SAC, PORTLAND
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
NORJAK.
SUSPECT:
ON INSTANT DATE A CONFIDENTIAL SOURCE ADVISED THAY
SHOULD BE CONSIDERED SUSPECT IN INSTANT
MATTER.
DISCUSSED SKYJACKING AN AIRPLANE
SEVENTYONE THEREAFTER
PHONE
PORTLAND OREGON AROUND THANKSGIVING,
SEVENTYONE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN SINCE.
DISCUSSED SKYJACKING AN AIRPLANE
SEVENTYONE THEREAFTER
PHONE
PORTLAND OREGON AROUND THANKSGIVING,
SEVENTYONE HAS NOT BEEN SEEN SINCE. IS AN
DESCRIBED AS: WHITE, MALE, AMERICAN, DOB
POB
SIX FEET TALL,
ONE SEVENTY POUNDS, DARK HAIR, SSAN
MEDIUM SMOKER.
IS EMPLOYED AT
PORTLAND,
OREGON. NDS/rse (1) Ru
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U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8548
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Via
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PAGE TWO SE 164-81
PORTLAND AT PORTLAND, OREGON. WILL CONTACT
PHONE
TO PROCURE A PHOTOGRAPH OF
SUSPECT FOR DISPLAY TO WITNESSES.
... SEATTLE COPY ONLY ... CONFIDENTIAL SOURCE
VANCOUVER, WASHINGTON.
Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U. $. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8549
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FD-302 (Rev. 4-15-64)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Date.
June 2, 1972
On June 2, 1972,
Las Vegas, Nevada, telephone
telephonically advised as follows:
stated that he was calling in connection with the "D.
June 2, 1972
On June 2, 1972,
Las Vegas, Nevada, telephone
telephonically advised as follows:
stated that he was calling in connection with the "D. B. COOPER case" and stated that between he was a for the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office at Port Orchard, Washington. He advised that some time in there was a from the Sheriff's Department and all
of the
He said
who was then
and now the handled the matter and all the
who refused. He said would be about thirty-eight years of age now, was about .5'10" and had blond hair.
said he specifically recalls that
refused to
he stated that he was going to explained that the
in the department at that time was '' who as far as he knows still works for the sheriff's office. He said was responsible for
explained that the reason he is calling regarding this matter is that this morning after he was stopped at a traffic light in Las Vegas and he observed a 1971 or 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix hardtop. He said he and the driver looked at each other and he recognized the driver as He said he was certain the
driver was noting that the Pontiac made a U-turn and followed him.
He said he and the driver looked at each other and he recognized the driver as He said he was certain the
driver was noting that the Pontiac made a U-turn and followed him. He said he tried to get the license number of the car but was unable to do so. However, he did note that it was a King County. Washington, license plate and the first letter was
had with him He said the car was extremely dirty and appeared to be possibly brown in color.
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SE 164-81
On 6/2/72 at Las Vegas, Nevada
Fil. #
LV 164-60
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by, SUPERVISOR
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Date dictated
cy:
This document contains neither recommendations nor conclusions of the FBI. It Is the property of the A it and its contents are not to be distributed outside your agency.
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64) __
FBI
Date:
6/2/72
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
IMM /
5-22-64) __
FBI
Date:
6/2/72
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
IMM /
Enclosed for Seattle and Portland are two copies each of an FD-302 regarding a telephone call from Las Vegas.
LEADS :
SEATTLE DIVISION
AT PORT ORCHARD, WASHINGTON
the Conduct appropriate investigation to determine if mentioned in enclosed FD-302 could possibly be a suspect in this case. 2 - Seattle (Encs.2) feed m
2 - Portland (164-41) (Encs.2) 2 - Las Vegas
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SAC, SACRAMENTO
June 2,1978
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
NARJAK CAA - AIR PIRACY 00: Seattle
On 5/15/72 San Jose, California was contacted pusulint to his voluntary contact of the SAN Francisco Office on the evening of 5/14/72 at which time he indicated that he pos ibly had information relative to identity of the subject of captioned matter.
Seattle
On 5/15/72 San Jose, California was contacted pusulint to his voluntary contact of the SAN Francisco Office on the evening of 5/14/72 at which time he indicated that he pos ibly had information relative to identity of the subject of captioned matter.
after viewing the artists composite prepared in this matter, stated that the composite very favorably resembled one (nh). 00 first met in about 1962 or 1963.
Bald that is a former paratrooper, served in Korea, is a white, male, aproximately 40, 6'0", 170-175#, light brown hair, receeding hairline.
stated that he last had personal contact with approximately 5 years ago, but through mutual acquaintances
he learned that
continues to be in the California where he has been located for the past 5 to 7 years. advised that has been for the past couple of years.
LEAD
SACRAMENTO DIVISION
California
Will conduct appropriate investigation concerning as a possible suspect in this matter.
2 - Sacramento Seattle (Info)
1 - San Francisco
JMP/ (4)
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/8/72
FROM :
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Sub E.
RE :
SEARCH
During the search of the Merwin Dam area in March and April, 1972, several memoranda were prepared concerning incidents which occurred. Copies of these items are being attached to this memorandum and will be filed in the main file with no copy to Sub E.
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DB Cooper-854
4-9.72
FAA, Portland, Oregon telephone called CP b6 b7c
at 2:30 PM and advised that had attempted to file a flight violation by radio but it was difficult to secure information. He advised that the violation concerned a Cessna 150 aircraft, with the incident taking place at 2:10 PM.
requested that if the army pilot desires to file a complaint he would ask that it be in writing and addressed to General Aviation
requested that if the army pilot desires to file a complaint he would ask that it be in writing and addressed to General Aviation District, FAA, Portland, Oregon 97218, 5410 NE Marine Drive.
also stated that if possible he would appreciate a call from wither the pilot filing the complaint or the Air Mission Commander who is supposed to have information on the violation. His number is
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3/29/12
At 3:54 PM 3/29/72
Clark County Sheriff's b6 b7C
Office, Vancouver, Washington contacted
Washington and
Jashington after phone call to the Sheriff's Office reporting the finding of a body at the Girst Mill (military coordinateff324 873) while they were collecting bottles, Invest- igation dis closed a hand and part of a torso of a body under debris at the bottom of a silo which was used to store water Earl MilNe SAId) at the Grist "Mill. CThe body was not in the silo accidentally but appeared to have been put there.
Clark County SO. FBI and US Army presently at the scene conducting active investigation to exhume body and identify.
FBI and US Army presently at the scene conducting active investigation to exhume body and identify.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-88) (P)
3/27/72
SA THOMAS J. MANNING
NORJAK On 3/27/72
Washington in
alleged that helicopters sometime last week deliberately flew over property which he is renting and deliberately located in fields on the property resulting
in several
complaint was the deliberate. according to him, buzzing of the area in which He was advised there was no deliberate buzzing at which time he stated he had no objection to a search of his property but did resent deliberate "funning" and buzzing
He furnished his phone number as and advised that he would be home on night of March 37, 1972 between 7 and 9 PM. He was advised when details were developed he would be advised by phone.
Vancouver, Washington.
has a home address
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On 3/23/72 at 1400 a Hughes TH-55 2 passenger helicopter yellow in color number N 9477 F which was registered to Columbia Construction Helicopter Service, 4747 N.
has a home address
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On 3/23/72 at 1400 a Hughes TH-55 2 passenger helicopter yellow in color number N 9477 F which was registered to Columbia Construction Helicopter Service, 4747 N. Channel Avenue, Portland Oregon was flying and hovering in the traffic pattern of a well marked emergency heliport located at Ariel nam Site at traffic pattern altitude.
of the helicopter company (telephone was contacted and advised his company had checked with FAA for restrictions on flight with negative results. He advised it was a helicopter of his company with a news man aboard.
The helicipter spent approximately 20 minutes over the arra.
FAA Portland Flight Service was contacted and was advised of details of the flight. He advised that a safety compliance notice would be made in the pilot's flight record. He also advised that a flight advisory would immediately be put out restricting civilian aircraft flight in the one mile radius of the Ariel Dam heliport and 4,000 feet MSL.
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TO:
March 24, 1972.
RE:
TEMPORARY RESTRICTED ARE
LAKE MERWIN DAM.
On the afternoon of March 23, 1972, FAA, Portland, Ore.
RE:
TEMPORARY RESTRICTED ARE
LAKE MERWIN DAM.
On the afternoon of March 23, 1972, FAA, Portland, Ore. advised that a' temporary restriction order was being issued for the Army Heliport at Merwin Dam. Written confirmation for the issuance was requested by
advised that the order would establish a one (1) mile (statute) radius from the dam wall itself, and up to 4000 MSL.
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Federal Aviation Administration FSS 5410 N. E. Marin Prive. : Portland, Ore 97218.
Another call was received from FAA Northwest Regional Office, Boeing Field advising that it needs. a. written request for the temporary restricted area. The order. has been placed in effect.
Suggest that a letter be written to one address with a copy to the other.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 1 MAY HEZ EDITION GSA FPMR (a CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/8/72
FROM :
SA CHARLES E.
1 MAY HEZ EDITION GSA FPMR (a CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/8/72
FROM :
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Sul E.
RE: SEARCH AREA
On 11/30/71, The Boeing Company, provided the color negatives as well as 5 prints made by The Boeing Company of an Air Force map showing the radar tracing of the course of the air- craft. The negative of this film is being placed in the 1-A section of this file.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
NORJAK
RE :
SEARCH AREA
On 11/30/71, The Boeing Company, provided the color negatives as well as 5 prints made by The Boeing Company of an Air Force map showing the radar tracing of the course of the air- craft. The negative of this film is being placed in the' 1-A section of this file.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/8/72
FROM :
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Sul. AA
Sul. E.
RE: EXPERIMENTAL FLIGHT
On 1/6/72, an experimental flight was conducted by NWA using the actual plane hijacked in this case and on that flight U.S. Air Force observed the experiment.
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After completion of the experiment prepared a handwritten map of his calculations concerning the drop and the probable drift of the parachute if it opened. These notes and the map are being placed in the 1-A section of this file.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-116 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandu

TO :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)	DATE:	6-6-72 '
FROM : SUBJECT:	SA CHARLES E. FARRELL NORJAK	Seb 419

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RE: REMNANTS OF A PARACHUTE HARNESS FOUND IN SKAMANIA COUNTY
The remnants of a parachute harness, located by the Sheriff's Office in Skamania County, were inspected on 5-31-72 by EARL J. COSSEY who advised that they are remnants of a parachute harness but positively are not part of any of the four he packed and which were used in the hijack situation. His elimination was based on the fact that the straps are olive drab whereas the missing chute is sage green in color. Further, one of the remnants has a piece sewn to it to extend its length, plus the fact that part of the remnants found was a Capewell quick-release which the missing chute does not have.
Further, one of the remnants has a piece sewn to it to extend its length, plus the fact that part of the remnants found was a Capewell quick-release which the missing chute does not have.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandu

TO	: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)	DATE:	June 8, 1972

FROM	: SA	¿	Sub 419
Elínio

SUBJECT: NORJAK

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RE: 3 WEB-TYPE STRAPS
On May 30, 1972, Sheriff BILL CLOSNER, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson, Washington, provided two partially burned web-type straps which were found approximately seven miles north of the Lewis River Ranger Station on County Road N92 by Wash-
ington, on May 29, 1972.
Washington, provided two partially burned web-type straps which were found approximately seven miles north of the Lewis River Ranger Station on County Road N92 by Wash-
ington, on May 29, 1972.
On May 30, 1972, ,
Washington, provided a third piece of web-type strap which was found along with the two previously noted staps.
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ported to Seattle, Washington, via Bureau car by SA on May 30, 1972, for the purpose of identification.
Writer was advised to discontinue any further investi- gation regarding the web-type straps during the afternoon of May 30, 1972.
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SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81) (P)
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NORJAK
RE: 3 WEB-TYL. ARAPS
On May 30, 1972, Sheriff BILL CLOSNER, Skamania County Sheriff's Office, Stevenson, Washington, provided two partially burned web-type straps which were found
ARAPS
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ington, on May 29, 1972. 1 On May 30, 1972, Washington, provided a third piece of web-type strap , which was found along with the two previously noted staps.
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ported to Seattle, Washington, via Bureau car by SA on May 30, 1972, for the purpose of identification.
Writer was advised to discontinue any further investi- gation regarding the web-type straps during the afternoon of May 30, 1972.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/8/72
FROM :
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
SUB E.
S.
RE :
SEARCH
On 3/30/72, at the completion of the first session of the search by the U.
FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
SUB E.
S.
RE :
SEARCH
On 3/30/72, at the completion of the first session of the search by the U.S. Army in the area of Merwin Dam, SA CHARLES E. FARRELL paid in cash $331.60 to
U.S. Army, to defray the
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FROM: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
NORJAK. 00: SEATTLE.
IN CONSIDERING THE FEASABILITY OF CHECKING FAA RECORDS FOR ALL LICENSED PILOTS, THE OKLAHOMA CITY OFFICE HAS' ADVISED THAT FAA AERONAUTICAL CENTER MAINTAINS RECORDS OF OVER EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND LICENSED PILOTS.
FEASABILITY OF CHECKING FAA RECORDS FOR ALL LICENSED PILOTS, THE OKLAHOMA CITY OFFICE HAS' ADVISED THAT FAA AERONAUTICAL CENTER MAINTAINS RECORDS OF OVER EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND LICENSED PILOTS. THESE RECORDS ARE FILED BY NAME OR LICENSE CERTIFICATE NUMBER, BUT NOT BY AGE. FURTHER, THEY DO NOT INCLUDE PHOTOGRAPHS OF EACH LICENSED PILOT. THE FAA AT OKLAHOMA CITY ADVISES THAT RECORDS ARE PERMANENTLY MAINTAINED AT FAA ON THOSE PILOTS WHOSE LICENSES HAVE BEEN REVOKED, EXPIRED OR LAPSED.
THE BOEING COMPANY IS IN THE PROCESS OF PULLING THE PERSONNEL FILES OF THOSE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN THE RESEARCH WORK DONE ON THE BOEING SEVEN TWO SEVEN WITH PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO THE AIR STAIRS, AND EACH FILE BEING REVIEWED TO CONSIDER EMPLOYEE AS A SUSPECT.
AS OF JUNE SIX, SEVENTYTWO, USA STAN PITKIN ADVISED THAT HE WAS PLANNING TO CONTACT, IN THE IMMEDIATE FUTURE, THE ATTORNEYSS
AND ALSO GOING TO INFORM THEM THAT UNLESS A PLEA OF
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TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT :	NORJAK

AK
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 5/26/72.
On 6/6/72
located at Prescott, Oregon, advised
is an employee worked for
of
approximately seven months at the site of Prescott. Oregon, however"
has since been proiect located
transfered to at Tacoma Washington, unable to verify dates of employment because all of hi's employment records have been transfered to work site. was, therefore, unable to
establish if was employed at site at the time of the NORJAK incident.
to verify dates of employment because all of hi's employment records have been transfered to work site. was, therefore, unable to
establish if was employed at site at the time of the NORJAK incident.
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT TACOMA, WASH NGTON. Will contact
was working
work site, and determine if at the time of the NORJAK incident in an attempt to eliminate him as a suspect in this matter.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4) CPR) 101-11.6
4 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
5/30/72
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FROM
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SUBJECT: NORJAK 00: SEATTLE
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Re: Bureau airtel to Seattle, 5/17/72.
Pursuant to instructions contained in referenced airtel, an extensive file review of captioned case was conducted by the writers from May 22 - 26, 1972. Among files reviewed were main volumes, numbers 1-47, subfiles designated for a particular area of interest, i.
Among files reviewed were main volumes, numbers 1-47, subfiles designated for a particular area of interest, i.e. parachutes, witnesses, course; I-A volumes and numerous suspect sub- files. In addition, physical evidence as available was reviewed for pertinent investigative leads.
Information set forth following the file review has been arranged according to the headings used in the table of contents found in the report of SA CHARLES E. FARRELL, dated February 16, 1972, with the exception of a brief hijacker profile.
PHYSICAL EVIDENCE
Black Snap-On Tie and Tie Tack
An examination of the tie by the writers revealed noticeable amounts of dust lodged in the inner knot area. In addition to the markings "3 Penneys", two other labels were found as follows: "Snapper Pat. 2972750. It's a snap to snap on"; and "100% Dacron Polyester Washable RN 16484". From writers' experience in Theft From Interstate Shipment cases involving Penneys merchandise, it is known that the RN number is a manufacturer's code. Penneys headquarters will be able to determine where the tie was manufactured, when imported and
Shipment cases involving Penneys merchandise, it is known that the RN number is a manufacturer's code. Penneys headquarters will be able to determine where the tie was manufactured, when imported and which stores @sold this tie.
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It is recommended that the Lab be requested to examine this tie, particularly, the dust particles lodged in the inner knot area, to determine if it is possible to determine what area of the country this tie has been in.
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It is recommended that a lead be set out for New York to contact Foreign Buying Department, J. C. Penney Co .. ,. 1301 Avenue of The Americas, regarding distribution of neck tie number RN 16484. ie. which Penney stores sold this model. In the event does not have needed information, it is suggested the specific buyer of neck ties for Penneys in department be contacted.
Magazine and Notebook Paper
Northwest Airlines, in a search conducted November 25, 1972, of victim airplane, found parts of a magazine and a
Magazine and Notebook Paper
Northwest Airlines, in a search conducted November 25, 1972, of victim airplane, found parts of a magazine and a piece of notebook paper with printing thereon made by a felt marking pa. The Bureau has examined these papers and has found 24 latent fingerprints and 5 latent palm prints of value. It is recommended that since both witnesses and
and the
and
observed
the unsub write with a felt pen, the notebook paper and magazine parts printing be shown to these witnesses. This should be done to determine if the printing is similar to unsub's and if the felt pen color and characteristics are similar to unsub's.
ARTIST'S SKETCH
Trololo
A review of the testimony of the principal witnesses, including the 3 stewardesses, the 2 Northwest Airline employees (NWA) at Portland, Oregon, and the 5 passengers reflects a general disagreement concerning the accuracy of the artist's sketch. Numerous changes were sug- gested by these witnesses and some were implimented in making up the final artist's sketch. It is noted that a Bureau artist personally interviewed the three stewardesses at Minneapolis, Minnesota and
It is noted that a Bureau artist personally interviewed the three stewardesses at Minneapolis, Minnesota and thereafter prepared a re- vised sketch of the hijacker showing him with the dark glasses, which he wore on the airplane, and another sketch, but without the glasses. One key witness, stewardess, was very adament in her insistence that the artist's conception was not a very good likeness of the hijacker.
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It is recommended that a Bureau artist be flown to pertinent divisions, including Minneapolis, Seattle and Portland, and spend sufficient time with the key witnesses until an artist's sketch which is agreeable to the majority of the witnesses can be obtained.
It is recommended that the Color Selection Guide be used to provide details and depth not ordinarily shown in black and white sketches.
It is recommended that the Bureau artist sketch hijacker showing the full face, full face with dark glasses, side profile, and a sketch showing the hijacker in a standing position .
It is recommended that the Bureau artist sketch hijacker showing the full face, full face with dark glasses, side profile, and a sketch showing the hijacker in a standing position .. All the sketches should be in color.
In addition to the facial identification guide, color selection guide, the following items should accompany the Bureau artist and assist him in preparing the sketch:
1. The FBI Lab should provide a color profile from the single hair sample submitted previously by the Las Vegas Division, following its discovery on a head towel presumably used by the unsub.
2. The following photographs of "strong suspects" which witnesses have commented about as having the correct eyes, ears, etc., should be included:
Prior to sending the Bureau artist to the various divisions, it is recommended that a letter of appreciation from the Bureau be sent to all pertinent witnesses, ex- pressing Bureau appreciation for their time and effort and indicating desires regarding artist's sketch.
Following the obtaining of an acceptable color artist's sketch, widespread use of these should be made in the following ways:
1.
Following the obtaining of an acceptable color artist's sketch, widespread use of these should be made in the following ways:
1. Consideration should be given for another general mailing of new sketches to all law enforcement agencies, banks, etc, that received the old sketches in previous mailings.
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2. Television and newspaper sources should be recontacted and brought up to date with the new sketches. These sketches, additional news releases, copies of ransom lists as prepared by the Crime Records Division, should be provided to all television and newspaper sources. Space for a color insert in at least one of the major news- papers having daily circulation in Seattle, Portland, Las Vegas, San Francisco and Los Angeles should be purchased. This insert should contain material prepared by the Crime Records Division and include all four new artist's sketches, pertinent background information and other interesting news- worthy developments, in order to promote widespread public interest resulting in new suspects and possible recovery of some of the ransom money.
background information and other interesting news- worthy developments, in order to promote widespread public interest resulting in new suspects and possible recovery of some of the ransom money. It is noted that expenses for a newspaper format for ransom lists and accompanying back- ground information were estimated at actual costs of $1,600 for the Seattle Times, Seattle, Washington. Color would, undoubtedly, cost more. Bureau Exhibits Section may be able to cut costs considerably by preparing all material uniformly prior to submission to major newspapers.
. ' As a source of continuing value, it is recommended that display or window space be rented for a period of not less than six months at major airports in Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas, and that the Exhibits Section prepare hijacking displays, including artist's sketches, photograph models, ransom lists, notices of rewards, etc. It is hoped that this would promote a sense of awareness and develop additional suspects. In view of the fact that this display may be done in such a way as to promote airline security and prevent, or discourage future hijackings, major airlines may wish to share a
In view of the fact that this display may be done in such a way as to promote airline security and prevent, or discourage future hijackings, major airlines may wish to share a portion of the expenses. It is noted that traffic at the above major airports would have a heightened awareness of hijackings and would be cognizant 'of the hijacking problem.
EXPERIMENT WITH AIR STAIRS
Guy done
has suggested that the hijacker could be someone that worked on the Boeing Engineering Project having to do with the air stairs. advised this project took place in 1963 and 12-15 engineers worked on it. He only recalls the following:
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It is suggested that who worked on the Boeing 727 air stairs' project in 1963, be contacted concerning other Boeing employees that worked on that project. These employees should be identified and should be eliminated as possible suspects.
DESCRIPTIVE DATA
MATCHBOOK COVER
fisher checked
Regarding the blue matchbook cover marked "Sky Chef" observed by Stewardess as used by the hi- jacker, it should be noted that Sky Chef is a chain of restaurants serving airports.
COVER
fisher checked
Regarding the blue matchbook cover marked "Sky Chef" observed by Stewardess as used by the hi- jacker, it should be noted that Sky Chef is a chain of restaurants serving airports. It is recommended that Portland determine if there is a Sky Chef Restaurant at the Portland Airport (noting that the Sky Chef Restaurants usually have different names) and Portland should determine if this restaurant gives away blue colored matchbooks with Sky Chef written on them. Unsub may have eaten lunch at the Portland Airport Restaurant prior to boarding Northwest Airlines flight 305 and if so, latent fingerprints may be on a meal ticket (bill) for that day. Portland should determine if these tickets are available for November 24, 1971, and determine feasibility of obtaining latents.
OLIVE OR LATIN_COMPLEXION
Key witnesses generally agree that unsub had an "olive or Latin" complexion. One witness indicated a Mexican-American or possibly Indian complexion and characteristics. In addition, unsub expressed a desire to go "anywhere in Mexico".
It is recommended that all divisions having a concentration of Mexican-American extremists, including Chicanos, Brown Berets, review
It is recommended that all divisions having a concentration of Mexican-American extremists, including Chicanos, Brown Berets, review extremists albums. It is further suggested that revised colored sketches, when obtained, be shown to all pertinent Mexican-American sources.
INTERVIEWS WITH KEY WITNESSES
In view of her willingness to cooperate and ability to recall explicit details, it is recommended that be reinterviewed. could be
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1. How did the hijacker secure the money? Did he appar to be going to jump while holding the money package by a handle or did he fix a knapsack arrangement:
What purpose?
2. What was the position of the hijacker when last saw him as she left the rear of the airplane for the last time? What did the hijacker have around his waist? Was the hijacker attempting to ,secure himself to the plane by using parachute cords in an attempt to prevent being pulled out of the airplane when opening the rear door?
Was the hijacker attempting to ,secure himself to the plane by using parachute cords in an attempt to prevent being pulled out of the airplane when opening the rear door? Did the hijacker express a fear to the stewardess that he would be pulled out of the door prematurely?
Experienced parachutists have advised that attempts to hold the money without adequately securing it would probably not be sufficient. Attempts by unsub to secure himself to the plane prior to openine ght rear door of the aircraft would indicate a fear of being sucked out of the aircraft as the stewardess feared. This would indicate a lack of knowledge about the Boeing 727 and aircraft in general.
3. What was the level of education of the hijacker as measured in terms of speech, grammar, and mannerisms?
AIRPORT, FLY GROUPS, FLIGHT SCHOOLS PARACHUTE CLUBS
In a teletype from San Francisco dated November 26, 1971, San Francisco advised there was no record in files of U.S. Parachute Association, 651 Cannery Row, Monterey, California for names of D. B. COOPER,
and It is recommended that San Francisco at Monterey review records of the U.
Parachute Association, 651 Cannery Row, Monterey, California for names of D. B. COOPER,
and It is recommended that San Francisco at Monterey review records of the U.S. Parachute Association for names simila, i.e. DAN COOPER and combin- ations such as DANIEL COOPER, DAN (middle initial whatever) COOPER, COOPER DANIELS, etc.
EXPLOSIVE DEVICE
SIX OR EIGHT REDDISH STICKS OF "DYNAMITE" 6" to 8" LONG
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It is recommended that sources in Washington and Oregon be contacted concerning the sale or theft of that amount and description of dynamite in a time period of up to two weeks prior to November 24, 1971. Sources to be contacted would be such as construction firms, public utilities using dynamite, hardware stores and police departments and sheriff's offices concerning reports of theft of dynamite.
HIJACKER PROFILE
Hijacker's clothes may have been unfashionable, since he was wearing a black thin (out of style) snap-on tie and tie clasp. Hijacker's briefcase was described as "cheap" style.
Hijacker's language usage indicates at least a moderate level of education (high school or higher).
Hijacker's language usage indicates at least a moderate level of education (high school or higher).
Hijacker drinks bourbon and 7-Up, and smokes Raleigh cigarettes.
Hijacker did not appear to be an experienced professional criminal (reportedly his behavior became childish following receipt of money. ) The hijacker was familiar with the Seattle area because of seveal comments he made, such as "we are over Tacoma now" and "McChord Air Force Base is only 20 minutes from SeaTac Airport."
Hijacker did not provide instructions to control air speed, nor to control the direction by degree of air- craft and, therefore, would 'snot have been able to control his drop zone. This would eliminate theories involving a pickup by an accomplice.
Hijacker began immediately attempting to prepare for jump shortly after lift off at SaTac Airport. Because the money was not in a knapsack and ready for jumping and because of problems encountered in opening rear door, hi- jacker may have been delayed in making jump.
Because the money was not in a knapsack and ready for jumping and because of problems encountered in opening rear door, hi- jacker may have been delayed in making jump. It is possible that the hijacker wished to jump much nearer Seattle or Tacoma.
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Hijacker was probably not a sporting parachutist as he relied completely on airline personnel to furnish any type of parachute equipment available. As a result, he was furnished a chute that would open quickly with a good possibility of tearing, a high rate of descent and non- steerable. One chute he jumped with was a dummy chute and would not open. A parachutist with considerable exper- ience would have been more specific in the type chutes requested.
Above suggestions have been set forth in hopes that investigative efforts of this important major case might be implemented and case brought to an early logical conclusion.
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FILES OF THE BOEING COMPANY PERTAINING TO THOSE
INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN THE RESEARCH WORK ON THE BOEING
SEVEN TWO SEVEN, ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REVIEWED.
CONCERNING THE PROSECUTIVE STATUS OF IT IS NOTED THAT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY STAN PITKIN WHO IS PERSONALLY HANDLING THIS MATTER, IS ON ANNUAL LEAVE AND NOT DUE TO RETURN UNTIL JUNE TWENTYSIX NEXT.
CEF : klb (3)
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164-81-3484
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Sent
7:17 PM Per Dan
Special Agent id Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8578
007
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/15/72
Transmit the following in
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TELETYPE
(Type in plaintext or code) NITEL
(Priority)
WEEKLY SUMMARY
TO :
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
NORJAK.
FILES OF THE BOEING COMPANY PERTAINING TO THOSE
INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN THE RESEARCH WORK ON THE BOEING
SEVEN TWO SEVEN, ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REVIEWED.
FILES OF THE BOEING COMPANY PERTAINING TO THOSE
INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN THE RESEARCH WORK ON THE BOEING
SEVEN TWO SEVEN, ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REVIEWED.
CONCERNING THE PROSECUTIVE STATUS OF
IT IS NOTED THAT
UNITED STATES ATTORNEY STAN PITKIN WHO IS PERSONALLY
HANDLING THIS MATTER, IS ON ANNUAL LEAVE AND NOT DUE TO
RETURN UNTIL JUNE TWENTYSIX NEXT.
CEF:k1b (3)
164-81-3424
Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8579
b6 bc
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/15/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via TELETYPE
NITEL
(Priority)
TO :
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
NORJAK.
WEEKLY SUMMARY
FILES OF THE BOEING COMPANY PERTAINING TO THOSE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN THE RESEARCH WORK ON THE BOEING SEVEN TWO SEVEN, ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REVIEWED. CONCERNING THE PROSECUTIVE STATUS OF IT IS NOTED THAT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY STAN PITKIN WHO IS PERSONALLY HANDLING THIS MATTER, IS ON ANNUAL LEAVE AND NOT DUE TO RETURN UNTIL JUNE TWENTYSIX NEXT.
CONCERNING THE PROSECUTIVE STATUS OF IT IS NOTED THAT UNITED STATES ATTORNEY STAN PITKIN WHO IS PERSONALLY HANDLING THIS MATTER, IS ON ANNUAL LEAVE AND NOT DUE TO RETURN UNTIL JUNE TWENTYSIX NEXT.
CEF :k1b (3) .
164-81-3484-
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Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8580
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1HZ EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: FILE (164-81)
DATE: 4/27/72
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FROM : SAC, SEATTLE
SUBJECT: NORJAK
- Source
in.
b6 b7C
Bureau of Customs, called
on 4/26/72 and advised that one of their at SEA-TAC had talked to a of Western Airlines at SEA-TAC.
reportedly is a close friend of the "D. B. COOPER" in this case.
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She is supposed to be willing to provide this information. She should be contacted at once for details.
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164-81-3485 SEARCHED.
INDEXED QC SERIALIZED Q FILED De APR 2 7 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
7
3010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan ₮
DB Cooper-851
FILE (164-81)
4/27/72
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
b6
Bureau of Customs, called b7C
on 4/26/72 and advised that one of their at SEA-TAC had talked to a of Western Airlines at SEA-TAC.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan ₮
DB Cooper-851
FILE (164-81)
4/27/72
SAC, SEATTLE
NORJAK
b6
Bureau of Customs, called b7C
on 4/26/72 and advised that one of their at SEA-TAC had talked to a of Western Airlines at SEA-TAC.
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reportedly is a close friend of the "D. B. COOPER" in this case. She is supposed to be willing to provide this information.
She should be contacted at once for details:
JEM:eon (3)
164-81-348

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SERIALIZED FILED R. APR 2 7 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
7

7
DB Cooper-852
6/12/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL 1
TO
:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM
:
SUC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
b6
1
b7C Laura Flounce
RE: UNSUB : SOURCE b6 b7C
On 6/7/72
Western Airlines, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (Sea-Tac) home address Seattle, advised that
approximately two months ago she and were in the for bar at the Travelodge Hotel and met Gov-Mart Stores, who is now living in Portland. During the conversation the hijacking of Northwest Airlines by "D.B. COOPER" was brought up and at that time related the following incident.
During the conversation the hijacking of Northwest Airlines by "D.B. COOPER" was brought up and at that time related the following incident.
said he met a man, name not known to in a. bar in Tacoma, Washington, who said he had been part of a Special Forces Group of perhaps seven or eight people who were involved in the attempt by the American government to free prisoners of war in Vietnam. This man reportedly had said that he was going"to do something big some day" and when he did no one would know who did it. The time period in which that statement was made was not clear to She mentioned it as did as a possible suspect in the "D.B. COOPER" case.
is now residing at
Portland, b6 Oregon, telephone
b7C
LEAD
PORTLAND DIVISION
if he does in fact have any information pertinent to this case. 2 - Portland 394:3401 2 - Seattle CEP :klb Do
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At Portland, Oregon, will' contact
to determine b6
Indexed 164-81-3486
Piled
DB Cooper-8583
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NR 003 SU PLAIN 4:52 PM URGENT 4-18-72 GRJ
TO
LOS ANGELES (164-497)
SEATTLE (164-81)
OMAHA
FROM SALT LAKE CITY (164-24) 4P
NORJAK.
164-81-3486
Piled
DB Cooper-8583
b6 b7c :unselecte:
NR 003 SU PLAIN 4:52 PM URGENT 4-18-72 GRJ
TO
LOS ANGELES (164-497)
SEATTLE (164-81)
OMAHA
FROM SALT LAKE CITY (164-24) 4P
NORJAK.
RE:
SUSPECT.
RE SALT LAKE CITY TELEPHONE CALL TO LOS ANGELES INSTANT DATE.
INTERVIEWED ST. GEORGE, UTAH, BY BUREAU AGENT INSTANT
DATE FOLLOWING TELEPHONE CALL TO CEDAR CITY RESIDENT AGENCY REQUESTING BACKGROUND CONCERNING VISIT BY BUREAU AGENTS CALIFORNIA.
DURING INTERVIEW APPEARED UNDER INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL AND HAD DIFFICULTY WITH MEMORY AND IN ANSWERING QUESTIONS. CONTRADICTED HIMSELF AS TO HIS WHEREABOUTS ON NOVEMBER TWENTYFOUR AND TWENTYFIVE LAST, STATING SEVERAL INSTANCES THAT HE WAS AT CALIFORNIA, THEN STATING HE WAS AT HOME, RESIDENCE NOT RECALLED, DES MOINES, IOWA; THEN HE STATED TOTALLY UNABLE TO RECALL WHEREABOUTS. FURTHER AMBIGUOUS AS TO INJURED ANKLES, FIRST STATING INJURY DUE TO AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT IN DES MOINES, IOWA, AROUND FIRST OF YEAR, THEN CHANGING! END PAGE 'ONE AB
DB Cooper-8584 164-31-3487
SEARCHEDALLOWING INDEXED ... SERIALIZED.FILED APR 1 8 1972 FBI · SEATTLE
810
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SU 164-24
PAGE TWO
STORY TO STATE INJURIES DUE TO PARACHUTE JUMP FROM
FILED APR 1 8 1972 FBI · SEATTLE
810
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SU 164-24
PAGE TWO
STORY TO STATE INJURIES DUE TO PARACHUTE JUMP FROM AIRCRAFT PILOTED BY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT, MASON CITY, IOWA, APPROXIMATELY SIX MONTHS AGO.
STATED PURCHASED SIXTYNINE MERCURY MONTERY, BLACK b6 b7c
VINYL TOP OVER WHITE BODY, NEVADA LICENSE FROM UNKNOWN AUTOMOBILE AGENCY AT LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, DATE NOT RECALLED, PAID EIGHTEEN HUNDRED DOLLARS BY CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON BANK OF CALIFORNIA, CITY NOT RECALLED.
ADMITTED PREVIOUS PARACHUTING EXPERIENCE WITH MILITARY AND IS AMATEUR; STATED HAS PARACHUTED WITH OFFICERS OF CERRO GORDO COUNTY AND OFFICERS OF MASON CITY, IOWA. STATES HE SAW A DOCTOR, NAME NOT RECALLED, AT VETERANS ADMINISTRATION HOSPITAL, DES MOINES, IOWA, AND PRODUCED SLIP VERIFYING SAME OCCURING MARCH THIRTY LAST, NINE THIRTY A. M., IN REGARD TO HIS INJURED ANKLES. DENIED KNOWLEDGE OF HIJACKING, DENIED EVER BEING IN PORTLAND, SEATTLE, OR IN STATES OF WASHINGTON OR OREGON. VOLUNTARILY SUBMITTED TO PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH INCLUDED WITH AND WITHOUT GLASSES AND A PROFILE.
DENIED KNOWLEDGE OF HIJACKING, DENIED EVER BEING IN PORTLAND, SEATTLE, OR IN STATES OF WASHINGTON OR OREGON. VOLUNTARILY SUBMITTED TO PHOTOGRAPHS WHICH INCLUDED WITH AND WITHOUT GLASSES AND A PROFILE. THESE BEING FURNISHED END PAGE TWO,
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DB Cooper-8585 :unselecte:
SU 164-24
PAGE THREE
BY SEPARATE COMMUNICATION ALONG WITH FD THREE ZERO TWOS. IN POSSESSION APPROXIMATELY TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS CASH AND INTENDS DEPARTING A. M. APRIL NINETEEN NEXT FOR DES MOINES, IOWA. CURRENTLY RESIDING
ST. GEORGE, UTAH.
INDICATED OWNERSHIP OF
BOTH CURRENTLY IN POSSESSION OF HIS
CALIFORNIA.
DESCRIBED AS WHITE MALE AMERICAN, DOB
POB
SIX FEET TA
ONHUR STY POUNDS, BLACK HAIR, BROWN EYES, WEARING PLAIN
GLASSES,
HAS SLIGHT WITH NOTICEABLE
AND
LIPS NOT
PROMINENT. WEARING SILVER WATCH WITH WHITE FACE AND BLACK NYLON BAND ON LEFT WRIST. ADDRESS THROUGH WHICH CAN BE REACHED - IN CARE OF
DES MOINES, IOWA.
END PAGE THREE
DB Cooper-8586
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SU 164-24
PAGE FOUR
SEATTLE FOLLOWING REVIEW OF ABOVE, SET FORTH ANY ADDITIONAL LEADS AND INVESTIGATION DETERMINED NECESSARY FOR ELIMINATION OF AS SUSPECT.
END PAGE THREE
DB Cooper-8586
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SU 164-24
PAGE FOUR
SEATTLE FOLLOWING REVIEW OF ABOVE, SET FORTH ANY ADDITIONAL LEADS AND INVESTIGATION DETERMINED NECESSARY FOR ELIMINATION OF AS SUSPECT.
UNSUB SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
END XX
JFK FBI SEATTLE CLR
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DB Cooper-857
4/14/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
Sub

TO:	SAC, BUFFALO
FROM:	SAC, ALBANY (164-47) (RUC)

C)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Seattle letter to Albany dated 11/30/71, and New Haven airtel to Boston dated 3/3/72.
Enclosed for Buffalo is one copy of New Haven airtel to Boston dated 3/3/72.
Numerous attempts were made to contact at Greene Sport Parachute Center, Greene, New York, with negative results.
On 4/14/72, a source, in a position to furnish such information, advised that (phonetic) b6 b7C
generally fits description of subject and feels he bears a resemblance to the composite drawing of the UNSUB known as DAN COOPER.
is described as a white male, approximately 35 years of age, approximately 5'6" tall, medium build, muscular, black hair, medium dark
2 - Buffalo (Enc.
is described as a white male, approximately 35 years of age, approximately 5'6" tall, medium build, muscular, black hair, medium dark
2 - Buffalo (Enc. 1)
2 - Seattle (164-81) 1 - Albany JCL/kdl (5)
B
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SEARCHED INDEXED
SERIALIZED GREILED APR 1 9 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
a
Pas
DB Cooper-8588
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AL 164-47
complexion. cigarette smoker, high school graduate, and an excellent parachutist.
is associated with Frontier Skydivers located in Buffalo - Niagara, N.Y., area. has
previously been very active in the skydiving parachute mects. He is a member of the in the Buffalo - Niagara area.
BUFFALO
AT BUFFALO, NEW YORK
Contact Frontier Skydivers and the both located in the Buffalo - Niagara
area to determine location of and interview him connection with
to determine possibility of hijacking.
If umable to locate address for
from above lead, send leads to Skydiving Conference Sites shown on enclosed airtel. Have Conference Sites check past registrations for meets to loca registration and determine his address.
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b6 b7C
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-859
FD-36 (Rev.
Have Conference Sites check past registrations for meets to loca registration and determine his address.
-2-
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b6 b7C
b6 b7C
DB Cooper-859
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
4/25/72
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext of code) AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM
SAC, BUFFALO (164-46) (RUC)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
Sub J
Reairtel, Albany to Buffalo, 4/14/72.
Referenced individual located at 3232 South Orchard Park Rd., Orchard Park, N.Y., J.M. Productions, Inc., True name of referenced individual determined to be note correct spelling).
by
from both USPA and Canadian Sports Para Assoc., which has Headquarters in Vancouver, B.C. He has in the past been a member of the Frontier Sky Divers Club, which operates in the Buffalo area at the Akron, N.Y., Airport.
experienced parachutist and former Sky Divers Club.
is also an of Frontier b6 b7c
Neither bear close resemblence to the composit drawing of the Unsub known as DAN COOPER. were in Buffalo on
11/24/71. Both 3
Seattle (AM) 1 - Buffalo
LME; rmm (3)
164-81-3489 2 SEARCHED INDEXED AL SERIALIZED, QUELLED MAY 1-1972- FBI - SEATTLE
Approved:
Both 3
Seattle (AM) 1 - Buffalo
LME; rmm (3)
164-81-3489 2 SEARCHED INDEXED AL SERIALIZED, QUELLED MAY 1-1972- FBI - SEATTLE
Approved:
Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
S7 U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
DB Cooper-8590
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b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 b7C
b6 bC
BU 164-46
is described as follows

Race Sex	White Male
Born
Height	5 0"
Weight	143 lbs.
Hair	Black
Eyes'	Brown
Address
Marital Status

us
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Buffalo indices negative on
-2-
DB Cooper-851
"OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CPR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
N/R
DATE: 4/20/72
FROM
:
SAC, DENVER (164-98) (P)
Sub J
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Denver letter to Seattle dated 4/14/72.
On 4/11/72,
"Denver Post", Denver daily newspaper, advised ASAC Denver, as follows:
The "Denver"Post" operates a special feature called "Secret Witness" which is dedicated to
On 4/11/72,
"Denver Post", Denver daily newspaper, advised ASAC Denver, as follows:
The "Denver"Post" operates a special feature called "Secret Witness" which is dedicated to assisting the Denver PD in the solution of major cases through the offering of a reward for information of this type with the source not being disclosed and the source through the use of a series of numbers identifying himself to the "Post" and being in a position to further identify himself if the information is true. said that a telephone line at the "Denver Post" called "Secret Witness Line" is sometimes utilized for information.
According to the secret witness line at the "Denver Post" received a telephone call at 9:05 p.m., 4/11/72. The caller stated he received "a/ call Tuesday night from D. B. COOPER, the plane hijacker. " He claimed this individual's real name is_ who
lives in the southeastern United States, possibly Arkansas or Alabama, and claimed he served with "D. B." in the Airborne Division in the service.
This caller said "D.B." asked the caller to meet "D.
who
lives in the southeastern United States, possibly Arkansas or Alabama, and claimed he served with "D. B." in the Airborne Division in the service.
This caller said "D.B." asked the caller to meet "D.B." at one of three spots in the Denver area: Weilshire Inn; The Retreat; or Holiday Inn North. "D. B." said they 2- Seattle (RM) 2 - Denver JMB : sls (4)
1.49-3490
SEARCHED ......... INDEXED.12 SERIALIZED_ FILED APR 2 4 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
€
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b6 b7C
b6 b7c 
5010-108-02
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-852
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DN 164-98
would plan together a hijacking. The caller said he had been in prison and wasn't interested in going back, so the caller told "D.B." he wouldn't meet. The caller claimed he tried to interest the Denver police but no one expressed enthusiasm.
On 4/13/72, the following investigation was conducted at Denver, Colorado. with negative results in an attempt to identify
Denver City directory; Credit Bureau Services Inc., Denver,
Department of Motor Vehicles,
Denver PD,
Wellshire Inn. 3333 South Colorado Boulevard,
Denver,
Retreat Bar and Restaurant, 2186 South Colorado Boulevard.
, Denver,
Department of Motor Vehicles,
Denver PD,
Wellshire Inn. 3333 South Colorado Boulevard,
Denver,
Retreat Bar and Restaurant, 2186 South Colorado Boulevard. Denver
Holiday Inn North, 4849 Bannock Street, Denver,
No further inquiry is contemplated by Denver in the absence of more positive information regarding
Further investigation re
is left to the discretion of Seattle.
Armed and Dangerous
2
DB Cooper-8593 :unselecte:
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 198 EDITION SSA FPMR (4 CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DATE: 5/3/72
b6 b7C
FROM :
SC
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
On instant date
b6 Seattle, b7C office.
telephonically contacted this advised that two months ago telephonically contacted
stated at that time
her from an unkown place. that he was the man who hijack the Northwest plane. stated that the money is ina Swiss bank account.
asked why told her that he was the hijacker
and answer was that he wants to also
stated that the
Seattle indices reflects that of a closed case file.
Pictures of
is the subject b6 are in the b7c
GJW:gjw (3)
ADDENDUM: A physical description of is as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
DOB
b6
POB
Pictures of
is the subject b6 are in the b7c
GJW:gjw (3)
ADDENDUM: A physical description of is as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
DOB
b6
POB
b7C
Height
ARNR 51 7"
Weight
145 1bs
Hair
Brw
Eyes
Blue
Build
Slender
Complexion
Medium
SOC
A more recent photo may be obtained at McNeil Island.
MAY 3 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
0010-100
see 1A (678)
9
164-81-3491
SEMAINE INDEXED
2
SEFIZER FILED Q
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-854
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
5/3/72
SC
NORJACK
On instant date Seattle,
, office.
telephonically contacted this advised that two months ago
her from an unkown place. telephonically contacted stated at that time that he was the man whh hijack the Northwest plane. stated that the money is in a Swiss bank account. asked why told her that he was the hijacker and answer was that also
stated that the
Seattle indices reflects that is the subject of a closed case file.
GJW:gjw (3)
ADDENDUM: A physical description of is as follows: b6 b7C
Race
Sex
White Male
DOB
POB
Height
KAR 51 7"
Weight
145 1bs
Hair
Brw Blue
Eyes
Slender
Complexion
Medium
SOC
A more recent photo may be obtained at McNeil
A physical description of is as follows: b6 b7C
Race
Sex
White Male
DOB
POB
Height
KAR 51 7"
Weight
145 1bs
Hair
Brw Blue
Eyes
Slender
Complexion
Medium
SOC
A more recent photo may be obtained at McNeil Island.
BENRICHED .... INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED 2 MAY 3 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
see 14278
DB Cooper-8595
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164-81-3491
Build
Pictures of are in te
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE:
5/4/72
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FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT b6 b7C
Re memo of SAC, dated 4/5/72.
On April 28, 1972, SA McChord Air Force Base, advised he has reviewed the Post Locater Records, which is a current record of Air Force personnel; he has reviewed the records of the civilian per- sonnel; and further, the records of the post Office, which maintains a list of those transferred or discharged for about a year, and he was unable to find any record of an
b6 b7C
also contacted the Air Traffic Control and reported that no one there remembered the name
Further, suggested that with a name as common as it would probably be impossible to identify him in the discharge records of Air Force personnel.
and reported that no one there remembered the name
Further, suggested that with a name as common as it would probably be impossible to identify him in the discharge records of Air Force personnel.
b6 b7C
b6
b7c
3-seattle JAG/rmh (3)
Main
164-81-3492
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED. MAY 4 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
5010-108
3
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8596 :unselecte:
5/4/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
NORJAK
RE :
SUSPECT
Re memo of SAC, dated 4/5/72.
On April 28, 1972, SA McChord Air Force Base, advised he has reviewed the Post Locater Records, which is a current record of Air Force personnel; he has reviewed the records of the civilian per- sonnel; and further, the records of the post Office, which maintains a list of those transferred or discharged for about a year, and he was unable to find any record of an
also contacted the Air Traffic Control and reported that no one there remembered the name
Further, suggested that with a name as common as it would probably be impossible to identify him in the discharge records of Air Force personnel.
164-81-3492
(3-Seattle
JAG/rah (3)
1
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 0 FILED D MAY 4 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
f
b6
164-81-3492
(3-Seattle
JAG/rah (3)
1
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED 0 FILED D MAY 4 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
f
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+ b6 b7C
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DB Cooper-8597 :unselecte:
5/4/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SA
NORJAK
ReSEairtel to LV, dated 3/3/72, (164-81-2422).
RE :
(FNU)
AT MC CHORD AIR FORCE BASE, WASHINGTON
On April 28, 1972, the records of the McChord Locater, the McChord post Office, the McChord Phone Directory, and the records of the OSI, were checked and no by the name of was located.
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Determine whether this matter should be pursued and Il so, have further information developed at Fairchild Air Force Base as to the identity of
(3)-Seattle JAG/rmh (3)
SEARCHED 164-81-3493
SERIALIZED QUELLED
INDEXED MAY 4 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
2
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DB Cooper-858
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION ASA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 5/4/72
b6 b7C
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
ReSEairtel to LV, dated 3/3/72, (164-81-2422).
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 5/4/72
b6 b7C
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
ReSEairtel to LV, dated 3/3/72, (164-81-2422).
RE : (FNU)
AT MC CHORD AIR FORCE BASE, WASHINGTON 6 b6 b7C
On April 28, 1972, the records of the McChord Locater, the Mcchord post Office, the McChord Phone Directory, and the records of the OSI, were checked and no by
b6 b7C
the name of
was located.
LEAD
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON. Determine whether this matter should be pursued and if so, have further information developed at Fairchild Air Force Base as to the identity of'
b6 b7C
(3-Seattle JAG/rmh (3) Janine
164-81-3493
SEARCHED _.__ INDEXED SERIALIZED, IL FILED MAYA 1975
mental 2421
&
any more info
2
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5010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8599 :unselecte:
Fİ
PLAJ "Tyne in plaint.
Via
TELETYPE
NI TEL
ode)
( Priority).
Date 5/9/72
b6 b7C b7D
TO SAC PORTLAND
Sub- FROM ACTING DIRECTOR FBI
NORJ THE MOREAU IS IN RECEIPT OF INFORMATION FROM CONGRESSMAN ULLMAN OF OREGON WHICH HE RECEIVED FROM A CONSTITUENT REQUESTING
THAT HER IDENTITY NOT BE REVEALED AND
Sub- FROM ACTING DIRECTOR FBI
NORJ THE MOREAU IS IN RECEIPT OF INFORMATION FROM CONGRESSMAN ULLMAN OF OREGON WHICH HE RECEIVED FROM A CONSTITUENT REQUESTING
THAT HER IDENTITY NOT BE REVEALED AND STATING
( PHONETICC) COULD BE INVOLVED IN CAPTIONED MATTER. THESE INDIVIDUALS RESIDE IN EUGENE, OREGON.
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SHORTLY AFTER THE HIJACKING CLAIMED TO HAVE
THE WRITER STATES
A COPY OF THE LETTER IS BEING FORWARDED BY CELECOPIER.
PORTLAND IMMEDIATELY CONDUCT INVESTIGATION TO DETERMINE IF
COULD BE INVOLVED IN CAPTIONED MATTER AND
ADVISE BUREAU BY RETURN TELETYPE. COPY MAILED SEATTLE. Seattle (info)
(Do not tobe Telor thi. w.)
164-81-3494.
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URGENT
(Priority)
TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM: PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
Sub J
NORJAK; 00: PORTLAND.
RE BUREAU TELETYPE TO PORTLAND MAY NINE, SEVENTY TWO. RECORDS OF THE EUGENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, LANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, EUGENE, OREGON, AND CREDIT BUREAU OF EUGENE NEGATIVE
REGARDING
LAST NAME SEARCHED UNDER 
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RECORDS OF THE EUGENE POLICE DEPARTMENT, LANE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, EUGENE, OREGON, AND CREDIT BUREAU OF EUGENE NEGATIVE
REGARDING
LAST NAME SEARCHED UNDER 
X b6 b7c SPELLING SEVENTY ONE CITY DIRECTORY FOR EUGENE AREA AND CURRENT TELEPHONE DIRECTORY NEGATIVE REGARDING THESE NAMES. UTILITY RECORDS OF THE EUGENE WATER AND ELECTRIC BOARD (EWEB) ALSO NEGATIVE.
RECORDS OF EUGENE POLICE DEPARTMENT REVEALED ONE
DATE OF BIRTH
ARRESTED FOR
DISORDERLY CONDUCT
RECORDS OF EWEB REVEALED
THIS INDIVIDUAL CURRENTLY RESIDING AT EUGENE, OREGON.
ON MAY NINE, SEVENTY TWO, A CANVASS OF ALL MAJOR AIRPORT 
1-SEATTLE (AM) (164-81) I-PORTLAND
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FACILITIES IN EUGENE, CRESWELL, AND COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON, REVEALED THAT NO ONE BY NAME OF NOR ANYONE WITH LAST NAME OF IS RECALLED AS HAVING HAD AIRCRAFT TIE-DOWN OR STORAGE SERVICE.
PD 164-41 PAGE TWO
FACILITIES IN EUGENE, CRESWELL, AND COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON, REVEALED THAT NO ONE BY NAME OF NOR ANYONE WITH LAST NAME OF IS RECALLED AS HAVING HAD AIRCRAFT TIE-DOWN OR STORAGE SERVICE.
IT IS SUGGESTED SENATOR ULLMAN BE RE-CONTACTED REGARDING THE IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL SOURCE OF INFORMATION CONCERNING OR THAT SENATOR ULLMAN ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL DESCRIPTIVE DATA REGARDING THESE INDIVIDUALS THROUGH SOURCE. PORTLAND AT EUGENE, OREGON. WILL REVIEW PROPERTY TAX, VOTER'S REGISTRATION, AND OTHER LOGICAL RECORDS REGARDING THE ABOVE NAMES.
AM COPY SEATTLE.
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TO:
ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM : PORTLAND (164-41)
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NORJAK 00: SEATTLE.
RE PORTLAND TELETYPE TO BUREAU, MAY TEN, SEVENTY TWO. ON MAY TEN, SEVENTY TWO, A CANVASS OF AIRPORT FACILITIES EUGENE, CRESWELL AND COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON, REVEALED THAT NO ONE BY LAST NAME OF IS RECALLED AS HAVING BEEN RECIPIENT OF AIR- CRAFT TIE-DOWN OR
ON MAY TEN, SEVENTY TWO, A CANVASS OF AIRPORT FACILITIES EUGENE, CRESWELL AND COTTAGE GROVE, OREGON, REVEALED THAT NO ONE BY LAST NAME OF IS RECALLED AS HAVING BEEN RECIPIENT OF AIR- CRAFT TIE-DOWN OR STORAGE SERVICE.
ON MAY ELEVEN, SEVENTY TWO, CONTACT WITH LANE COUNTY VOTERS REGISTRATION OFFICE AND LANE COUNTY PROPERTY TAX OFFICE REVEALED THESE AGENCIES HAVE NO RECORDS UNDER NAMES
LAST NAME SEARCHED UNDER SPELLINGS - P - AM COPY TO SEATTLE. 1 - Seattle (AM) (164-81) I - Portland
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5/17/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO
:
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41)
FROM
:
SAS, SEATTLE (164-81) (-p-)
SUBJECT: 
NORJAK
1
RE: OREGON LICENSE
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Enclosed for Portland are two Xerox copies of a postcard mailed to the Washington State Police, Woodland, Washington, and forwarded to this office by that agency.
LEADS
PORTLAND DIVISION
At Salem, Oregon
Will determine owner of license
and thereafter check operator's license for a description if that
LEADS
PORTLAND DIVISION
At Salem, Oregon
Will determine owner of license
and thereafter check operator's license for a description if that information is available.
Since no additional information has been received by which to evaluate the source of this information, no additional investigation is being requested at this time other than to identify the owner and obtain a description.
2 - Portland (Encl 2) 2 - Seattle
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For realism in the real live drama of Sky-Jacker, D. Cooper, you might befy able to make it more climactic ,and dramatic with the expertise of owner of car , Oregon license no .
Awaitingpofaxt Installment:
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AIRTEL AIRMAIL
Via
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TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)	Sub J
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 5/17/72.
Records, Oregon State Motor Vehicle Registration Section, (MVR).
5-22-64)
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AIRTEL AIRMAIL
Via
(Priority)
TO:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:	SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)	Sub J
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Seattle airtel to Portland, 5/17/72.
Records, Oregon State Motor Vehicle Registration Section, (MVR). Salem, Oregon, disclose Oregon license expires issued to DON D. DIMENT, DOB 3/31/15, Portland, Oregon for 1968 Plymouth

four-door station wagon, VIN
Records,
Driver's License Registration Section (DLR), show DONALD
DELMER DIMENT, Portland, DOB 3/31/15,

5'9", 145
four-door station wagon, VIN
Records,
Driver's License Registration Section (DLR), show DONALD
DELMER DIMENT, Portland, DOB 3/31/15,

5'9", 145 pounds, driver's license no. 0846723. Per reairtel, no further action, UAC.

2 - Seattle 2 - Portland

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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJACK
DATE: May 25, 1972
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Re Portland's airtel to Seattle, d
SOURCES :
On January 12, 1972, a review of the 1971 telephone directory for Vancouver, Washington, revealed that was assigned telephone number and resided
Vancouver, Washington. The telephone
a
at directory and the current Polks City Directory for Vancouver, Washington, failed to reveal anything identifiable with A further review of the telephone directory revealed phone residence
Vancouver, Washington.
Repeated attempts to contact anyone at
were negative during January, 1972.
Vancouver, Washington,
On February 4, 1972, Vancouver, Washington, advised that moved from Vancouver, Washington, on July 21, 1971 leaving no forwarding address.
Vancouver, Washington,
On February 4, 1972, Vancouver, Washington, advised that moved from Vancouver, Washington, on July 21, 1971 leaving no forwarding address. She further advised
that Vancouver, Washington. was
occupied by resides at
She added that
On February 4, 1972, telephone directory assistance for Vancouver, Washington, advised that the phone number had been disconnected. 
On February 4, 1972, Vancouver, Washington, advised that he has never been a skydiver and further does not know anyone by the ' name of that is a skydiver.
164-81-3499
SEARCHED ............... INDEXED ..._ ____ SERIALIZED
MAY 2 3 1972
FBI- SEATTLE
Dis
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Repeated attempts to contact anyone at Vancouver, Washington, were negative during February, March, and April, 1972.
On May 10, 1972, Vancouver, Washington, advised that he knows and that told him that he use to be a skydiver. He added that just returned from being out of the State of Washington for the last six months as is a
He added that just returned from being out of the State of Washington for the last six months as is a construction worker, and in that job he travels around the country following his work.
Attempts to contact (supra) were negative until May 16, 1972, when advised that would be available for interview on May 17, 1972.
On May 17, 1972, (supra) advised that he returned to the State of Washington around the first of May, 1972, after being out of the state working in construction jobs since about December, 1971. He advised that he has no idea who the unsub in the instant matter is and further that he can- not recall ever knowing anyone named stated that he last participated in skydiving activities in 1968 in the Vancouver. Washington, area. added that a mation regarding this matter in that still participates in skydiving activities in the Vancouver, Washington, area.
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advised that is currently residing with
name unknown, on Vancouver.
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advised that is currently residing with
name unknown, on Vancouver. Washington.
He then provided a description of house ( It should be noted that prior attempts to identify a in Vancouver, Washington, were negative due to the lack of descriptive data re ·
On May 17, 1972, Vancouver . Washington. phone advised that she
and that and Is
are currently residing with b6 her during the week and that generally b7C always return to their home in Washington, P. O.
on weekends. She further advised that she could
not be sure when would be available for interview at her residence but that he is available to be contacted at his place of employment, Portland, Oregon,
phone during normal working hours from Monday through Friday. She added that birthday is in and that he is currently White male, 5'9".
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On May 18, 1972. Clark County Vancouver, b7c
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LEADS
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AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Will review instant file to determine if should be interviewed, if so set out a lead for Portland to contact him at phone Portland,
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO ERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164481) (P)
DATE:
6/2/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
"CHANGED" 1
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On 4/28/72, while at
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When questioned concerning other reasons why might be suspect, he stated there were none. His only connection would be that he looked similar to the drawing. 5'10" tall, and
He has not had any display of more wealth than usual of late and resides in Tacoma.
cautioned that, in that he would hope that nothing would be done to indicate that he had suggested name.
cautioned that, in that he would hope that nothing would be done to indicate that he had suggested name.
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It is not felt that the above is sufficient to provide a valid complaint and it is suggested that no further investigation be conducted.
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164-81- 3500
SEARCHEDINDEXED CLL SERIALIZED 0 C FILED GC JUN # 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
0
5010-104
9
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DB Cooper-8611
on another matter, he has had in his mind for some time. He explained that when he saw the artist's conception of the hijacker published in the "Seattle Post Intelligencer" he immediately thought that it resembled :unselecte:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
6/2/72
SA
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"CHANGED"
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On 4/28/72, while at on another matter, mentioned a suspect he has had in his mind for some time. He explained that when he saw the artist's conception of the hijacker published in the "Seattle Post Intelligencer" he immediately thought that it resembled
When questioned concerning other
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10
MAY 1962 EDITION
GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/5/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE:
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On6/2/72, Washington State Parole Officer, 1209 E. State St. . Olympia. Washington. advised that the subject's Everett, Washington,
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No lead is being set forth at this time as it is not known by the writer if the subject is still being sought for interview re this matter.
PTS (2)
164-81-3501
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED_FILED_2 JUN 61972 FBI - SEATTLE
5010-100
Buy U.
as it is not known by the writer if the subject is still being sought for interview re this matter.
PTS (2)
164-81-3501
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED_FILED_2 JUN 61972 FBI - SEATTLE
5010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-863
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR ( CFR) 101-1L6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/4/72
FROM : SPC
SUBJECT: NORJAK
At 11:48 PM, 6/4/72, Seattle, phone advised he thinks he knows the identity of the hijacker in this case. He said he will come to this office at 8:30 AM, 6/5/72, and discuss this with an agent. In addition, he stated, "Lets face it; I'm interested in the reward."
in the course of the conversation, stated he was once a Seattle policeman up until when he quit.
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SEARCHED .. DLAINDEXED SERIALIZED FILED .... JUN 4 1972 FIL - SEATTLE
8010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-864
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/4/72
FROM
:
SPC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
At 11:48 PM,
6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/4/72
FROM
:
SPC
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
At 11:48 PM, 6/4/72, Seattle, phone advised he thinks he knows the identity of the hijacker in this case. He said he will come to this office at 8:30 AM, 6/5/72, and discuss this with an agent. In addition, he stated, "Lets face it; I'm interested in the reward."
in the course of the conversation, stated he was once a Seattle policeman up until when he quit.
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SEARCHED ........ INDEXED SERIALIZED ....... FILED.( ........... JUN 4 1972 FMI . SEATTLE
5010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-865
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(Type in plaintext or code) URGENT
(Priority)
Read SH
TO :
SACS BUTTE (164-26), LAS VEGAS (164-60), and
PORTLAND (164-41) Lecd RVO
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT (FNU)
ON JUNE FIVE INSTANT,
(PROTECT IDENTITY AS SOURCE) , SEATTLE, ADVISED THAT
MENTIONED ON JUNE THREE LAST, THAT
SHE IS FIRMLY CONVINCED IS D.
SH
TO :
SACS BUTTE (164-26), LAS VEGAS (164-60), and
PORTLAND (164-41) Lecd RVO
FROM :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT (FNU)
ON JUNE FIVE INSTANT,
(PROTECT IDENTITY AS SOURCE) , SEATTLE, ADVISED THAT
MENTIONED ON JUNE THREE LAST, THAT
SHE IS FIRMLY CONVINCED IS D.B. COOPER. SHE
WOULD NOT FURNISH AND APPARENTLY
IS UNWILLING TO CONTACT FBI OR OTHER AUTHORITIES TO REPORT
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS WHAT
KNOWS OF
HAS RESIDED FOR SOME YEARS
MONTANA,
APPARENTLY
MAKES IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA AND
HAS BEEN LIVING THERE FOR SEVERAL YEARS.
164-81-3503 STATED THAT RESEMBLES THE
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U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
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HE WAS ALSO A PARATROOPER IN WORLD WAR II. IT IS NOT KNOWN IF HE HAS BEEN A PILOT.
ADDITIONALLY ADVISED THAT SHE REGULARLY
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MONTANA, IS JUST AS THAT
CONVINCED THAT
IS D.
ADDITIONALLY ADVISED THAT SHE REGULARLY
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MONTANA, IS JUST AS THAT
CONVINCED THAT
IS D.B. COOPER.
BUTTE,
MONTANA. 1
IDENTIFY
F
POSSIBLY THROUGH BIRTH RECORDS AND THEREAFTER
WILL INTERVIEW HER AND OBTAIN A PHOTO EXERCISE DISCRETION SO AS NOT TO DISCLOSE THE SOURCE OF THIS INFORMATION.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER DETERMINING THE FIRST NAME BUTTE WILL ADVISE LAS VEGAS AND PORTLAND. LAS VEGAS AT LAS VEGAS, NEVADA. AFTER OBTAINING THE COMPLETE NAME OF THIS SUSPECT, WILL DETERMINE HIS WHEREABOUTS AND EVALUATE WHETHER OR NOT HE IS IN FACT A GOOD SUSPECT. IF HE DOES BECOME A GOOD SUSPECT, SET OUT IMMEDIATELY LEADS FOR PORTLAND TO CHECK HOTELS AND MOTELS FOR ANY REGISTRATION AT PORTLAND, ON OR ABOUT NOVEMBER TWENTYTHREE, SEVENTYONE.
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SE 164-81 PORTLAND, AT PORTLAND. COPY BEING FURNISHED IN EVENT LEADS ARE SET OUT BY LAS VEGAS.
DB Cooper-868
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TO :	SACS BUTTE (164-26), LAS
PORTLAND (164-41)
5-22-64)
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TO :	SACS BUTTE (164-26), LAS
PORTLAND (164-41)	VEGAS	(164-60), and
FROM :	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)

An11)
NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT (FNU)
ON JUNE FIVE INSTANT, (PROTECT
IDENTITY AS SOURCE) , SEATTLE, ADVISED THAT
MENTIONED ON JUNE THREE LAST, THAT
SHE IS FIRMLY CONVINCED IS D.B. COOPER. SHE
WOULD NOT FURNISH AND APPARENTLY
IS UNWILLING TO CONTACT FBI OR OTHER AUTHORITIES TO REPORT
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS WHAT
KNOWS OF
HAS RESIDED FOR SOME YEARS
MONTANA,
APPARENTLY
IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA AND
HAS BEEN LIVING THERE FOR SEVERAL YEARS. STATED THAT RESEMBLES THE
ARTISTS CONCEPTION; THAT HE FITS THE PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION OF THE HIJACKER AND SAID, QUOTE
ENQUOTE.
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164-81-3503
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TO : SEATTLE 164-81 LAS VEGAS 164-60 PORTLAND 164-41 FROM : BUITE 164-26
NORJAK.
RE : SUSPECT
RE SEATTLE TEL JUNE FIVE CARRYING SUSPECT (FNU)
, BORN DEC.
CERTIFICATE
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LISTS
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TELEPHONICALLY CONTACTED BY
SUSPECT APRIL, SEVENTY AND LAST SAW HIM SIX OR SEVEN YEARS END PAGE ONE : lead 5
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PAGE TWO
CLAIMS NO KNOWLEDGE PRESENT. WHEREABOUTS.
SEATTLE
ALLEGEDLY CONTACTED SUSPECT ABOUT FEBRUARY SEVENTY TWO
AND MAY HAVE CURRENT
ADDRESS .
RESIDES
BREMERTON, WASHINGTON,
SUSPECT, WHITE, MALE , SIY FT., ONE INCH , ONE EIGHT FIVE- TWO ZERO ZERO POUNDS, BROAD SHOULDERS , SLENDER BUILD, BLOND WAVY HAIR, BLUE EYES, FAIR COMPLEXION AND HAS. UNUSUALLY SMALL EARS.
UNABLE TO LOCATE PHOTO LESS THAN FIFTEEN YEARS OLD.
STATED SUSPECT IS WWII PARATROOPER, HAS FLARE
FOR THE FLAMBOUANT, FITS DESCRIBTION OF HIJACKER AND RESEMBLES COMCEPTION OF HIJACKER.
STATED SUSPECT IS WWII PARATROOPER, HAS FLARE
FOR THE FLAMBOUANT, FITS DESCRIBTION OF HIJACKER AND RESEMBLES COMCEPTION OF HIJACKER. SHE CONSIDERS HIM POSSIBLE SUSPECT.
LAS VEGAS CONTACT SUSPECT FATHER FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RE SUSPECT.
SEATTLE CONTACT AND
AND OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO ESTABLISH SUSPECTS WHEREABOUTS DURING PERTINENT PERIOD.
BUTTE AT MONTANA WILL ATTEMPT TO. LOCATE SUSPECT
b6 b7C AT MONTANA AND DETERMINE WHEREABOUTS DURING PERTINENT PERIOD. AT HELENA, MONTANA WILL ATTEMPT TO LOCATE DRIVERS LICENSE PHOTO RE SUSPECT. ARMED AND DANGEROUS. END
FEE FBI SEATTLE CLR
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NR 004 BI PLAIN 6:05. PM NITEL 6-7-72 DDR
TO : SEATTLE (164-81) LAS VEGAS (164-60) PORTLAND (164-41) FROM: BUTTE (164-26) TWO PAGES
On Vacatio si Ficantena antal June 2-1 - 12.
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NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE.
RE SUSPECT
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REMYNITEL TO SEATTLE, JUNE FIVE LAST, AND LAS VEGAS
TELETYPE TO BUTTE, JUNE SEVEN INSTANT.
POSTMASTER, MONTANA, ADVISED, JUNE SEVEN INSTANT, SUSPECT RENTED
JUNE NINE, ONE NINE b6 b7C SEVEN ONE.
POSTMASTER, MONTANA, ADVISED, JUNE SEVEN INSTANT, SUSPECT RENTED
JUNE NINE, ONE NINE b6 b7C SEVEN ONE. USUALLY PICKS UP MAIL EVERY DAY, BUT HAS NOT BEEN IN POST OFFICE SINCE MAY THREE ZERO LAST. NO IDEA WHERE SUSPECT LIVES, BUT CAN BE REACHED. AT TELEPHONE NO.
TO TELEPHONE NO. b6 b7C
RESIDING
MONTANA,
ADVISED, JUNE SEVEN
INSTANT, SUSPECT,
RESIDES SUSPECT
LEFT FIVE OR SIX DAYS AGO FOR SPOKANE, WASHINGTON, AND
HAS NO IDEA WHERE HE CAN BE LOCATED IN SPOKANE OR WHEN END PAGE ONE
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HE WILL RETURN , TO IS CERTAIN SUSPECT WAS WITH HER ON THANKSGIVING DAY, NOVEMBER TWO FIVE, ONE NINE SEVEN ONE.
LAS VEGAS, ATTEMPT TO INTERVIEW THROUGH FATHER, IN EVENT SUSPECT GOES TO LAS VEGAS FROM SPOKANE.
BUTTE WILL CONTINUE EFFORTS TO LOCATE SUSPECT AT MONTANA.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. END
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NR003 LV PLAIN 1210 PM URGENT 6-7-72 JEG TO BUTTE (164-26) SEATTLE (164-81) FROM LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P) 3 PAGES
NORJACK; 00: SEATTLE.
END
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NR003 LV PLAIN 1210 PM URGENT 6-7-72 JEG TO BUTTE (164-26) SEATTLE (164-81) FROM LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P) 3 PAGES
NORJACK; 00: SEATTLE.
RE BUTTE TEL, JUNE FIVE LAST.
ADVISED
PRESENTLY AT MONTANA AREA, AND HAD CALLED HIM ABOUT THREE WEEKS AGO STATING HE WOULD VISIT LAS VEGAS IN ABOUT THIRTY DAYS. HAS NO TELEPHONE WHERE SUSPECT CAN BE LOCATED, DOES NOT KNOW CURRENT EMPLOYMENT. SUSPECT MONTANA, AND
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WASHINGTON. FATHER OPERATED
MONTANA, FROM WHICH RETIRED IN
NINETEEN FIFTYEIGHT, LEAVING IT TO
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DOES NOT KNOW EMPLOYMENT
SINCE THAT TIME, BUT HEARD
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THAT HE HAD BEEN IN BUSINESS MONTANA. STATES SUSPECT 'S FATHER CONCERNED THAT SUSPECT MAY BE IN TROUBLE AND IN VIEW OF ADVANCED YEARS, WAS GIVEN NO INDICATION OF REASON FOR BUREAU INTEREST. SERIES OF PHOTOS OBTAINED, BEING COPIES AND. WILL BE FORWARDED AMSD AS SOON AS AVAILABLE.
FATHER ADVISED THAT WERE EXPERIENCED
PARATROOPERS AND THAT SUSPECT WAS
DURING WORLD WAR TWO.
WILL BE FORWARDED AMSD AS SOON AS AVAILABLE.
FATHER ADVISED THAT WERE EXPERIENCED
PARATROOPERS AND THAT SUSPECT WAS
DURING WORLD WAR TWO. SUSPECT GRADUATED FROM COLLEGE,
b6 b7C BOONSVILLE, MISSOURI, ENTERING ARMY AS COMMISSIONED OFFICER.
BUTTE ATTEMPT TO DEVELOP MORE CURRENT INFORMATION
THROUGH
AND ATTEMPT TO ASCERTAIN
LOCATION AND EMPLOYMENT OF SUSPECT AT
END PAGE TWO
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END
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FBI SEATTLE CLR
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/8/72
FROM :
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE :
On 6/5/72, (not usually at home), telephone appeared at the Seattle Office, accompanied by Seattle, telephone can
home address
which also is the address and number where be best located, and furnished the following information:
advised that
is going with
who on Saturday 6/3/72, stated in the presence of and that
"D. B. COOPER."
stated that
did not give and they do not know the said she had been in regular contact with until just before
"
stated that
did not give and they do not know the said she had been in regular contact with until just before Thanksgiving, 1971, and has not heard from him since that time, They furnished the following information as given
and
has been living in Las Vegas,
Nevada, and making his living through
still lives in
Montana, where
and
Montana. 1 also stated that looks like the artist's conception of the hijacker; that he fits the physical description of the hijacker and She also said he was a paratrooper during World War II.
A teletype was sent to Butte, Las Vegas, and Portland concerning the above information.
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SA CHARLES E.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA CHARLES E. FARRELL
NORJAK
RE:
On 6/5/72, (not usually at home) , telephone appeared at the Seattle Office, accompanied by Seattle, telephone
home address
Which also is the address and number where can be best located, and furnished the following information :
advised that
is going with
who on Saturday 6/3/72, stated in the presence of and that
is
"D.B. COOPER."
did not give
stated that and they do not know said she had been in regular contact with until just before Thanksgiving, 1971, and has not heard from him since that time. They furnished the following information as given
and has been living in Las Vegas, Nevada, and making his living through
not
still lives in
Montana, where
and
also stated that she feels looks like the artist's conception of the hijacker; that he fits the physical description of the hijacker and She also said he was a paratrooper during World War II.
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A teletype was sent to Butte, Las Vegas and Portland concerning
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A teletype was sent to Butte, Las Vegas and Portland concerning the above information.
164-81-3507
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182
DB Cooper-860
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CPR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:6/6/72
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJACK
RE:
Elin
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Re Seattle memo of SA
dated 5/17/72. b6 b7C
On 5/19/72 Boeing Co, Everett, Washington advised that accompanied a class of machinist students from Mt Hood Community College. Portland, on a tour of the plant.
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brought up the subject of D B Cooper and the hyjacking. He stated that he jumped many times and that Cooper is a hero for what he accomplished. He said a person could free fall to 1000' and could thus escape radar detection. He remarked that the subject is probably in Mexico. He added that a man could easily strapp the money to himself just as he has done with a tool box. left phone number
described as WMA,
5-10, 170, brn b6 b7C
short hair, ruddy complexion, muscular built.
left phone number
described as WMA,
5-10, 170, brn b6 b7C
short hair, ruddy complexion, muscular built. On 5/19/72
Boeing
Co, Everett, indicated that she recalled and
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She indicated that was very concerned about hyjacking. He "glorified Cooper and constantly spoke of the hyjacking, She described him as WMA, 5'10, 180, brn receding hair, deep set eyes, ruddy complexion, muscular built. The artist conception of the hyjacker was shown to
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Additional investigation left to discretion of case agent.
TMK (2)
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6/6/72
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, PHOENIX
FROM:
SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-24) (P)
RE:
HORJAK
Utah, advised 6/6/72, as follows:
About three months ago
Arizona, told that one as the number one suspect in
6/6/72
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, PHOENIX
FROM:
SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-24) (P)
RE:
HORJAK
Utah, advised 6/6/72, as follows:
About three months ago
Arizona, told that one as the number one suspect in instant hijacking.
met about eight years ago and has seen him three or four times during that period of time. On 6/6/72, called by telephone in
regarding some
Nevada to determine if one of
was
available for lease.
told him he was staying at
the Ramada Inn at Goodyear, Arizona, for three or four
days.
is described as

Race	White
Sex	Male
Nationality	American
Age	Early 60's
Height	6'1"
Weight	155 pounds
Hair	Gray
Complexion	Light

ht
stated he had no further information to furnish regarding the matter. lle stated he was furnishing 2-Phoenix 2>Seattle (164-81) 2-Salt Lake City LJS:dls (6)
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this information
2>Seattle (164-81) 2-Salt Lake City LJS:dls (6)
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this information because he knew that did not stay very long at any one address and thought the FBI might possibly be interested in the whereabouts of who was supposed to be a suspect in this case.
llo investigation is being conducted in regard to this matter, and it is being left to the discretion of Seattle and Phoenix as to what action should be taken in regard to those offices, if is actually a suspect.
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6/23/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
TO : SAC, PHOENIX (164-100)
7 FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (-P-)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE :
Re Salt Lake City airtel to Phoenix 6/6/72.
For the information of Phoenix, the Seattle Office is not in possession of information listing as a suspect in this matter, although from the description of
as set forth in referenced airtel, it would appear that
is older than UNSUB in this matter.
Phoenix is requested to contact Arizona, and obtain from him
any information he might have to indicate that be a suspect in this matter.
Phoenix is requested to contact Arizona, and obtain from him
any information he might have to indicate that be a suspect in this matter.
should
2 - Phoenix (164-100) 3
1 - Salt Lake City (164-24) 2 - Seattle (164-81)
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/9/72
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext or code) AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
Inquiry at Portland, Oregon, disclosed
currently on vacation. Numerous newspapers and pamphlets in front of door to her apartment indicate she may be out of town, and telephone not answered. Portland Police Department and Multnomah County Sheriff's Office have no record of suspect Suggest Seattle re-contact original source for any available additional information regarding suspect which may help in locating photograph.
Portland will continue efforts to contact 2 - Seattle 2 - Portland
RPH:CSW (4)
164-81-3511
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MA
Approved:
Mak
Portland will continue efforts to contact 2 - Seattle 2 - Portland
RPH:CSW (4)
164-81-3511
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MA
Approved:
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Special Agent in Charge
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-8635
*U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 == 455-574
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date: 6/5/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
+
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re : Suspect
Investigation to date discloses resides Oregon City, Oregon, telephone Records, Oregon State Moor Vehicle Registration, disclose described DOB
current Oregon driver's license owner 1964 Chevrolet station wagon, license
5'9". 165 pounds. Has Is registered 1971
MG convertible, license
and a homemade horse
trailer, license
built in Washington in 1965.
Telephone company records show has unlisted number,
service established 1966, employment Jarman & Williams, Co., 5675 S.E. Lake Road, Milwaukie, Oregon, a golf equipment manufacturer. Suspect, has no arrest record in Clackamas County or Oregon City.
Lake Road, Milwaukie, Oregon, a golf equipment manufacturer. Suspect, has no arrest record in Clackamas County or Oregon City.
Investigation continuing.
2-Seattle 2-Portland
RPH : jmp (4)
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Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GO RNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/8/72
OM JHW
n
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
1
FRO

SUBJECT:	NORJAK
00: SE

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ReSFairtel to Sacramento. 5/10/72, setting forth information supplied by
On 5/12/72,
Oroville, California, advised SA
as follows:
During the latter part of March, 1972, was at his cabin in California, when he was approached by a fellow camper, who identified himself as According to was camping in the and claimed that he at one time lived in the Pomona, California, area where he was a race-car driver.
he was approached by a fellow camper, who identified himself as According to was camping in the and claimed that he at one time lived in the Pomona, California, area where he was a race-car driver. stated that was "glassy-eyed" and may have been on drugs. During a rambling conversation with the latter stated he had been talking to two elderly women in the community and had kidded them that he was D. B. COOPER, the airplane hijacker. stated he got the impression that the two women took him seriously and did not realize that he was only kidding them.
was shown a composite of the UNSUB in captioned hijacking and stated does not resemble the
b6 b7c hijacker. advised that hairline is much lower than the hijacker's and his general appearance is not similar. He stated he has not seen two months. in approximately 164-81-3513 (2 - Seattle (RM) 1 - Sacramento WAW: epg (3)
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SC 164-50
In view of the above, it would not
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-8637 :unselecte:
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In view of the above, it would not appear that could be considered as a logical suspect in this matter.
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64

FBI
Date:	6/8/72

72
Transmit the following in
Via
AIRTEL
(Type in plaintext of code) AIRMAIL - REGISTERED
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
HW
FROM: SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
NORJAK 00: SE
Elim
ReBTairtel to Seattle, 5/9/72.
RE:
SA
The following investigation was conducted by at Fresno, California:
On 5/30/72, records of the Fresno PD and Fresno County SO reflected no arrest record identifiable with
On 5/30/72, records of the Fresno Merchants Association reflected no record identifiable with
that
On 5/30/72. the Fresno City Directory reflected resided at
Fresno, and was employed at Worthington Corporation, 2609 East Mckinley, Fresno. 2 - Seattle (RM) 1 - Sacramento WAW: epg (3)
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Approved: Sent M Per
2 - Seattle (RM) 1 - Sacramento WAW: epg (3)
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Approved: Sent M Per
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135 DB Cooper-8639
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On 5/30/72, a DMV check revealed that
listed his address as Fresno, with a previous address of Fresno.
On 6/2/72, was interviewed, at which time he stated he had received about two months of flight training while at the Naval Academy but stated he could not fly a plane and was not qualified to do so. He further stated he had never parachuted from a plane and was not trained nor qualified to do so.
further stated that on 11/24/71, which was the day before Thanksgiving, he spent most of the day at his office. He stated he was joined by and in the evening
at Fresno. He further stated he spent Thanksgiving Day at the home of Fresno. He stated they had Thanksgiving dinner at this residence with about 20 members of the family.
On 6/2/72,
stated that spent the day at his office and that him and
with
during the evening at
The following description of
On 6/2/72,
stated that spent the day at his office and that him and
with
during the evening at
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Name :
DOB:
POB:
Address:
Fresno Fresno
Previous Address:
Telephone #:
Height: Weight:
6' 160 pounds
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Hair:	Light brown, sun-bleached
Eyes:	Hazel
Occupation:	Worthington
Corporation, 2609	East
Mckinley, Fresno
Sex:	Male
Race:	White
Complexion:	Tanned and weathered

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In view of the above investigation and inasmuch as bears little resemblance to the artist's sketch of the hijacker in this matter, no additional investigation is being undertaken toward consideration of as .
In view of the above investigation and inasmuch as bears little resemblance to the artist's sketch of the hijacker in this matter, no additional investigation is being undertaken toward consideration of as .a
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6/8/72
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL Lub J Unsub b6 b7c
TO:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497)
FROM:
SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220)
SUBJECT: NORJACK
On Jime 8. 1972.
identity), advised
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who is University of California at Los Angeles campus, City of Industry.
Beach Airport, Long Beach, California
visited him in California,
at Long states
approximately two or three months ago. During visit, conversation came up about captioned hijacking. stated he furnished opinion to hijacker was probably hung up in a tree in a remote area in Washington. stated
he thought
indicated something to the effect there is an individual associated with
the flying club who has talked to the hijacker stated he attempted to further, however, would make no further comments. states frequenta at Long Beach Airport usually on weekends.
The Annales locate, discreetly interview regarding identity of individual Long Beach Airport, who has allegedly talked with hijacker.
The Annales locate, discreetly interview regarding identity of individual Long Beach Airport, who has allegedly talked with hijacker.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2 - Los Angeles 1- Seattle (164-81) (Info) 2 - San Francisco DRE/ckb (5)
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Source/
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/20/72
SUBJECT:
lost
FROM
:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
Sub J
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re San Francisco airtel to Los Angeles dated 6/8/72. Re: Alleged Source
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On 6/12/72. it was ascertained from a California, that was on a fishing trip and not' scheduled to return to Los Angeles for three or four days.
.advised had Flight Safety, Inc.', Long Beach Municipal Airport, Long Beach, California.
On the same date, Flight Safety. Inc .. Long Beach, advised he knows both Flight Safety, Inc., and socially. He stated that although apparently of fine reputation and character.
Long Beach, advised he knows both Flight Safety, Inc., and socially. He stated that although apparently of fine reputation and character. is very prone to exaggerate and tells some rather stated
statements made by while engaged in social conversation should be taken with "a grain of salt".
He continued stating that if had any information at all concerning a hijacking matter he feels he would cooperate fully with the FBI. He added that if had any pertinent information he feels it would also have been discussed with him as he and on several occasions have
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added that if should indicate during any conversation with him that he has any pertinent knowledge he would immediately contact the Los Angeles Division of the FBI. 2 Seattle (AM) 2 - San Francisco (164-220) (AM) 2 - Los Angeles
5010-100
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(6)
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LA 164-497
On 6/15/72.
California, advised he had absolutely no knowledge of any person associated with Flight Safety, Inc.
California, advised he had absolutely no knowledge of any person associated with Flight Safety, Inc., who had stated he had talked with the hijacker. stated he would willingly cooperate with the FBI if he had any pertinent knowledge whatsoever. He could not recall having implied or making any statement to anyone which would indicate he knew someone who had talked with the hijacker. He admitted having discussed the hijacking shortly after it occurred on several occasions. He recalled indulging in "bull sessions" at a small beer bar located at the Long Beach Airport where the hijacking was discussed. He also recalled having heard it discussed by a student flier at Flight Safety, Inc., but adamantly denied having overheard anyone claim that they had talked with the hijacker.
During the interview of
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and appeared
some of his experiences while to make very exaggerated statements about one of his instructors placing so much stress on the aircraft that
as
In addition, while discussing his experiences he stated he has seen
He appears quite willing to exaggerate
statements about one of his instructors placing so much stress on the aircraft that
as
In addition, while discussing his experiences he stated he has seen
He appears quite willing to exaggerate the facts in order to make the conversation more interesting. stated he has never been arrested.
Records of the Police Department were
reviewed on the same date and no record identifiable with was located.
In view of the above, it does not appear further investigation is warranted at this time and no further efforts to identify an individual at Flight Safety, Inc., who has allegedly talked with the hijacker, will be made by the Los Angeles Division.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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NR Ø14 PD PLAIN 8:40 PM'NITEL 6-12-72 AJW
TO : SEATTLE (164-81) FROM: PORTLAND (164-41) (P) IP
NORJAK.
RE SUSPECT
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PORTLAND, OREGON, TELEPHONE
ADVISED THIS DATE SUSPECT PLAYED POOL ALL EVENING NOVEMBER
TWENTYFOUR SEVENTYONE, WITH
AND THEN SPENT THANKSGIVING DAY, NOVEMBER TWENTYFIVE SEVENTYONE, FROM ELEVEN A.M., ON, WITH
NOTED DOES NOT RESEMBLE ARTIST'S
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, ON, WITH
NOTED DOES NOT RESEMBLE ARTIST'S
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SKETCH OF UNSUB , HAS FROM PARACHUTE FAILURE IN ARMY, AND COULD NOT BE PERSUADED TO MAKE ANOTHER PARACHUTE JUMP FOR ANY AMOUNT OF MONEY, ALTHOUGH CHRONICALLY BROKE"
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Nem nd FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/8/72
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Vía AIRTEL AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, MILWAUKEE (164-37) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Seattle airtel to Minneapolis, dated 6/2/72. Enclosed for Seattle are six photographs each of
Joat
For information Seattle, on 6/5/72, U.S. Probation Department, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, furnished a photo of stated that was supervised three months and on his probation term expired.
At the time of expiration.
listed his home address as Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and his place of employment as being Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
listed his home address as Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and his place of employment as being Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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164-81-3518 SEARCHEDINDEXED SERIALIZED_FILED a. JUN 1 2 1972 FBI- SEATTLE
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Sent
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Special Agent in Charge
*U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 - 455-574
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MI 164-37
On same date,
Milwaukee,
Wisconsin, stated that a was presently emploved with his company as a is employed Monday through Friday, working an 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. shift, and earning $195.00 a week.
after a search of his files, stated that was not working on November 23 or 21, 1971, and was not scheduled to work that weekend. records reflect as working an 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. shift on November 23, 1971.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY IN EDITION GSA FPMR (a CPR) 101-1L.6 UNITED STATES GOV. NMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
SUSPECT:
00: SEATTLE
DATE: 6/12/72
On 6/6/72, (PROTECT) ,
Vancouver,
NMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
SUSPECT:
00: SEATTLE
DATE: 6/12/72
On 6/6/72, (PROTECT) ,
Vancouver, Washington,
contacted writer at the Vancouver Police Department and provided the following infor- mation:
advised that
who is employed at the
Portland, Oregon. He advised that during a con- she told
versation with
had a discussion with phone Van-
couver, Washington, during which stated
that
further advised that somewhere around October, 1971, and that he has not been seen or heard from since. him that is an
further advised that told
advised that
On 6/6/72, advised that he is a friend of he has not seen
and that
since Thansgiving of 1971 when also advised that he heard that
had been operating a commercial fishing vessel in Seaside, Oregon, and that he may still have a boat there. stated that
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-868
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has parachuting experience in that U.
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-868
SE 164-81
has parachuting experience in that U. S. Army as a Paratrooper and, further,
was in the
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advised that
He further provided containing a photograph of
in Vancouver, Washington, during
former address
Vancouver. Washington.
added that to heavy smoker.
is a WM,
6', 175, dark hair, medium
On 6/6/72,
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Sex
Nationality
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Height
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170 pounds
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SAC (164-81) (P)
6/12/72
SA
NORJAK SUSPECT:
00: SEATTLE
On 6/6/72, (PROTECT),
Vancouver, Washington, contacted writer at the Vancouver Police Department and provided the following infor- mation:
advised that
who is employed at the
versation with
Portland, Oregon. He advised that during a con- she told
had a discussion phone Van-
couver, Washington, during Which stated
that
further advised that somewhere
He advised that during a con- she told
had a discussion phone Van-
couver, Washington, during Which stated
that
further advised that somewhere around October, 1971, and that he has not been seen or heard from since.
further advised that told him that
On 6/6/72, advised that he is a friend of and that
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he has not seen since Thansgiving of 1971 when also advised that he heard that
had been operating a commercial fishing vessel in Seaside, Oregon, and that he may still have a boat there. stated that
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6/8/72
AIRTEL AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, BUTTE (164-26)
FROM:
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
Re Las Vegas tel to Butte, 6/7/72, and Butte tel to Seattle, 6/7/72. There are enclosed herewith for Butte and Seattle three copies each of four different photos of
3 - Butte (Enc. 12) «)- Seattle (164-81) (Enc. 12) 1 - Las Vegas LAS: jd (7)
16-81-3520
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED
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6/8/7

AIRTEL	AIR MAIL
TO:	SAC, BUTTE (164-26) 1
FROM:	SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) (P)
SUBJECT:	NORJAK 00: SEATTLE

LE
Re Las Vegas tel to Butte, 6/7/72, and Butte tel to Seattle, 6/7/72. .
There are enclosed herewith for Butte and Seattle three confes each of four different photos of
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IA (281)
164-81-3520
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DB Cooper-8653
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FD-36 (Bev, 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/8/72
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(Type in plaintext or code)
Via AIRTEL
(Priority)
TO: SAC, Seattle (164-81) FROM: SAC, Indianapolis (164-62) (P)
UNSUB, aka Dan Cooper NORTHWEST AIRLINES FLIGHT 305 PORTLAND TO SEATTLE 11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: Seattle BUFILE: 164-2112
RE:
/
For information of receiving offices, on 6/7/72, Gary Post Tribune, Gary, Indiana, appeared at the Gary
FLIGHT 305 PORTLAND TO SEATTLE 11/24/71
CAA - HIJACKING; EXTORTION
00: Seattle BUFILE: 164-2112
RE:
/
For information of receiving offices, on 6/7/72, Gary Post Tribune, Gary, Indiana, appeared at the Gary Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and advised he had been paging through a recent issue of the Airline Pilots Magazine and saw the composite photograph of D. B. COOPER. He believed that COOPER looked like the same individual he flew from Indianapolis, Indiana to Chicago's Midway Airport about one and a half to two years ago., 'The individual representing himself as approached
at the Indianapolis Airport requesting a flight to Ypsilanti, Michigan. quoted a price and
stated he then sug-
decided it was too much. gested fly to Chicago Midway Airport and then catch a commercial flight to Detroit, Michigan. agreed to this and produced a money order to pay for the flight to Midway
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164-81-3521
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+U.S.Government Printing Office: 1972 ~ 455-574
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IP 164-62
Airport.
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Airport. observed endorse the money order and also noticed numerous credit cards and a driver's license with a photograph thereon .. During the flight to Midway, told he was employed by the Continental Electric Company and was on business in Kentucky and was returning to Michigan to
During the flight, sat in the co-pilot's
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seat. After take off, took control of the aircraft periodically and made the statement he had flown in World War II. felt knew what he was doing. Also during the again expressed his desire to go to Ypsilanti,
flight, Michigan. told him he could not as he did not have charts.
told him he would take him to Midway and he did, leaving off at the terminal building at Midway Airport in Chicago. feels the composite photograph of COOPER looked very much like the person named whom he flew from Indianapolis, Indiana to Midway. The height of COOPER may be a little off but the general description fits according to was a very heavy smoker.
The height of COOPER may be a little off but the general description fits according to was a very heavy smoker. He was dressed well wearing a sport coat with no tie, and he carried a grip type hand bag. remained calm throughout most of the flight but at times appeared nervous.
also believes told him that he was a para- trooper at one time. stated he believes used two initials before his last name. He does not remember what the two initials were. The names D. B. COOPER and DAN COOPER were not familiar to
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The money order that gave to pay for the flight turned out to be a stolen TEXCO Money Order taken on 6/18/70 from King - Kwick Number 7 Madison Avenue, Covington, Kentucky. was shown photographs of the following individuals concerning the stolen money order:
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DB Cooper-8655
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was unable to identify any of the individuals as being the person who gave him the stolen money order for the flight from Indianapolis to Chichgo Midway Airport.
described
as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Age
37 to 38
Height
517"
Weight
135 pounds Slender
Build
Hair Characteristics
Light Brown
described
as follows :
Race
White
Sex
Male
Age
37 to 38
Height
517"
Weight
135 pounds Slender
Build
Hair Characteristics
Light Brown Well dressed; Heavy smoker; Appeared to be a smooth operator
Review of Indianapolis File Number has failed to TEXCO Money Order
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develop any information to identify Number 75-684-928-4, dated July 9, 1970, was given to 
by This money order is believed to have been recovered by Detroit. was carried as a subject in the Interstate Transportation or Stolen Property case in which Louisville is office of origin.
LEADS :
LOUISVILLE
At Louisville, Kentucky
Review Louisville File Number for any b6 pertinent information which may aid in the identification of unknown subject, and advise Seattle.
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At Detroit, Michigan
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IP 164-62
information which may aid in the identification of unknown subject, and advise Seattle.
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2. Attempt to obtain photograph of believed to have Michigan Driver's License and provide Indianapdis with same if obtained.
Attempt to obtain photograph of believed to have Michigan Driver's License and provide Indianapdis with same if obtained.
DB Cooper-8657
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI Date: 6/12/72
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Via AIRTEL AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, PORTLAND (164-41) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re Suspect
date. and advised
contacted this
and has little knowledge of whereabouts and activities since then. She does, however, know family with whom he spent Thanksgiving Day in Portland. This information being verified. She thinks she may have snapshot of suspect, and will go through her things in effort to locate one.
viewed composite sketch of Unsub and stated there is no resemblance to suspect, described by her as having moon-shaped face and very small chin. Further she stated
and she cannot believe he would ever jump again.
Investigation continuing. .
Seattle 2 - Portland
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161- 81-3522
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Special Agent in Charge
* U.
SERIALIZED_ FILED 0 2 JUN 1 4 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
Approved: MISER
Sent
M Per DB Cooper-8658
Special Agent in Charge
* U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
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6/12/72
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
TO:
SAC, BALTIMORE
FROM : SAC, SAN FRANCISCO (164-220) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Re San Francisco airtel to San Diego, 4/25/72; and San Diego airtel to San Francisco, 5/26/72.
RE: Suspect
For the information of Baltimore,
an individual by the name of California advised that
was formerly employed by the Coastal and Geodetic Survey at San Diego, California and that he resembled the composite picture of the hijacker in instant case.
According to immediate supervisor at that time, 1954, was
The San Diego Office advised that the name of the Coastal and Geodetic Survey has been changed to the National Ocean Survey.
Federal Office Building, 450 Golden Gate Avenue, advised on 6/9/72 that the National Ocean Survey has been moved to Rockville, Maryland, 6010 Executive Boulevard, telephone number 301-656-4060.
Federal Office Building, 450 Golden Gate Avenue, advised on 6/9/72 that the National Ocean Survey has been moved to Rockville, Maryland, 6010 Executive Boulevard, telephone number 301-656-4060.
No record could be located for at the Petaluma Police Department, city and county directory, or Retail Credit Bureau of Petaluma.
2 - Baltimore (2)- Seattle (164-81) 2 - San Francisco BHC/pas (6)
1. 1.3523
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LEADS
BALTIMORE
AT ROCKVILLE, MARYLAND. Will attempt to locate through the records of National Ocean Survey or for information relative
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locate
to whereabouts.
2) Ascertain whereabouts on 11/24/71 when this aircraft was hijacked.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10
MAY 1962 EDITION
GSA FPMR ( CFR) 108-11.6
"UNITED STATES GO
NMENT
Memorandu

TO	:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM	:	SA

SA
DATE:
6/13/72
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
Credit and criminal checks were conducted on from May 24, 1972, through
SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM	:	SA

SA
DATE:
6/13/72
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
Credit and criminal checks were conducted on from May 24, 1972, through May 26, 1972, by with negative results. The same checks were conducted by the is reportedly living with. No records were found on at the Credit Bureau or the King County Sheriff's office; however, the Seattle Police Department records show that at Seattle, Washington.
LEADS:
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON Will review Seattle Police Department arrest records of to obtain information of lead value in locating
AT PORT ORCHARD, WASHINGTON Will attempt to locate and interview concerning the present whereabouts of noting that reportedly lives on Long Lake and rents a house to in Seattle.
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Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-861
6/13/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
RE : SUSPECT
Credit and criminal checks were conducted on from May 24, 1972, through May 26, 1972, by with
Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-861
6/13/72
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SA
NORJAK
RE : SUSPECT
Credit and criminal checks were conducted on from May 24, 1972, through May 26, 1972, by with negative results. The same checks were the conducted by
is reportedly living with. No records were
found on at the Credit Bureau or the King County Sheriff's Office; however, the Seattle Police Department records show that at Seattle, Washington.
LEADS:
SEATTLE
AT SEATTLE, WASHINGTON Will review Seattle Police Department arrest records of to obtain information of lead value in locating
AT PORT ORCHARD, WASHINGTON Will attempt to locate and interview concerning the present whereabouts of noting that reportedly lives on Long Lake and rents a house to in Seattle

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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 192 EDITION SSA FFMR (42 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC (164-81-3299)
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NOR.JAK
00: SEATTLE

DATE:	6/19/72
¥

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On
JAK
00: SEATTLE

DATE:	6/19/72
¥

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On 5/31/72,
advised that the subject had skydived extensively while in California but since his move to Washington, had not jumped but four or five times. She stated that as far as she knew, he had not jumped or practice jumped in over two years.
provided colored photographs of description:
and the following
Height
Weight
Hair Eyes
5' 11" 140 pounds Dark brown
Brown, stated that he must wear glasses, has a pair of dark glasses which she bought for him, but they have silver rims
She stated that she was positive that he was not the hijacker as he did not have the courage to do something like that plus she can explain the money that he has because he has recently guit working at
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SAC (164-81-3299)
SA
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
6/19/72
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On 5/31/72, advised that the subject had skydived
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-863
SAC (164-81-3299)
SA
NORJAK
00: SEATTLE
6/19/72
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On 5/31/72, advised that the subject had skydived extensively while in California but since his move to Washington, had not jumped but four or five times. She stated that as far as she knew, he had not jumped or practice jumped in over two years. provided colored photographs of and the following description:
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Weight Hair Eyes
Height 5' 11" 140 pounds Dark brown Brown, stated that he must wear glasses, has a pair of dark glasses which she bought for him, but they have silver rims
She stated that she was positive that he was not the hijacker as he did not have the courage to do something like that plus she can explain the money that he has because he has recently quit working at
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DB Cooper-8664
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6/13/72
AIRTEL AIRMAIL
TO : SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
14
RE:
SUSPECT
Re Seattle nitel to Los Angeles, 11/30/71.
Suspect's advised is presently California stated that
but may be contacted care She also
's presently
assigned to the Los Angeles area.
Suspect's advised is presently California stated that
but may be contacted care She also
's presently
assigned to the Los Angeles area.
. LEADS
LOS ANGELES At Los Angeles, California
Will interview
through
at Los Angeles regarding his whereabouts
on date of captioned incident. 2 .- Los Angeles 2 - Seattle JTS : set (4)
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FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/13/72
Transmit the following in (Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, SALT LAKE CITY (164-24) (P)
RE:
NORJAK:
Sub 386
Re Seattle airtel, dated 5/31/72.
Re: RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. -- Suspect
A review of investigation conducted regarding the perti- nent period 11/24/71 and period immediately preceding and follow- ing this date reveals the following:
(1) MC COY wrote unnumbered check payable to Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, dated 11/23/71, in amount of $5.00 for cash, signed RICHARD F. MC COY, JR.
(2) MC COY attended class at Brigham Young University morning of 11/23/71.
00 for cash, signed RICHARD F. MC COY, JR.
(2) MC COY attended class at Brigham Young University morning of 11/23/71.
(3);
of MC COY, currently residing Canton, Ohio, in interview following hijacking of United Air Lines (UAL) plane 4/7/72, stated to best of her recollection, MC COY helped prepare Thanksgiving dinner 11/25/71 between hours of 2:00 and 6:00 pm. could not recall MC COY's activities 11/24/71.
(2) Seattle 
1 - Las Vegas (164-60) (Info) 2 - Salt Lake City
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(4) Check of service stations, Cedar City, Utah, indicated dates of 11/25/71 and 11/26/71 on gas charge tickets are probably accurate dates; however, both service station operators stated they have made errors in past on dates on charge tickets and could not be absolutely certain as to dates.
(5) Manager; Power Thrust Service Station, Las Vegas, Nevada, advised gas invoice charged to RICHARD F.
(5) Manager; Power Thrust Service Station, Las Vegas, Nevada, advised gas invoice charged to RICHARD F. MC COY, JR., BankAmericard Number 4763160217773, bearing signature of MC COY, would have been utilized between hours of 11:00 pm, 11/25/71, and 9:00 am, 11/26/71, at which time Manager changed date on machine.
(6) Gas station attendant, Power Thrust Service Station, Las Vegas, Nevada, stated worked the above indicated hours but could not specifically recall handling the transaction, nor could he describe vehicle or individual who may have been involved. Attendant unable to identify artist's conception of NORJAK Subject.
(7) FBI Laboratory concluded RICHARD F. MC COY, JR.'s signature on above-described BankAmericard in- voice was prepared by RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., subject of VAL hijacking 4/7/72.
(8) An unnumbered check dated 11/26/71, in amount of $80.53, was executed by RICHARD F. MC COY, JR., in purchase of radial tires, the check being de- posited in First National Bank of Salt Lake City.
, in purchase of radial tires, the check being de- posited in First National Bank of Salt Lake City.
(9 ) Records of Tropicana Hotel-Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, were checked for hotel registration for month of November, 1971, and more specifically for 11/25/71, and no record could be located for following names :
R. MC COY RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. DAN COOPER D. COOPER
(It is noted telephone call previously made from Tropicana Hotel to MC COY's residence, Provo, Utah. )'
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(10) Master Charge account maintained by MC COY at Wachovia Bank and Trust Company, Winston- Salem, North Carolina, audited and no significant invoices noted during pertinent period of NORJAK.
(11) Investigation revealed a collect call was made to MC COY's residence 11/25/71 at 10:41 pm from Las Vegas, Nevada.
(12) The following airlines records were reviewed in an effort to determine if RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., R. MC COY, D. COOPER, DAN COOPER or a J. JOHNSON utilized Hughes Air West flights from Las Vegas to Portland and return during the pertinent period; UAL flights, noting UAL is
JOHNSON utilized Hughes Air West flights from Las Vegas to Portland and return during the pertinent period; UAL flights, noting UAL is not recommend- ed for service between Las Vegas and Portland since there are no direct flights; and Western Airlines indicated no travel of an individual utilizing the above names between Las Vegas, Nevada; Portland, Oregon, and return.
(13) A'review of all pertinent military aircraft records servicing the Portland and Las Vegas areas, with flights originating from Salt Lake City and Las Vegas areas, as well as return flights originating from Portland area, failed to disclose travel by RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., on' or about 11/24/71.
LEADS
SALT LAKE CITY
AT SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
1. Will interview of RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR., who is being subpoenaed as a necessary Govern- ment witness for MC COY's trial 6/26/72 at Salt Lake City, Utah, noting at the time of her interview regarding MC COY's activities on or about 11/24/71 it is not felt by interviewing Agents that she was entirely truthful.
a necessary Govern- ment witness for MC COY's trial 6/26/72 at Salt Lake City, Utah, noting at the time of her interview regarding MC COY's activities on or about 11/24/71 it is not felt by interviewing Agents that she was entirely truthful. Further. it is noted then has been of MC COY,
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and it is felt that an interview by Bureau Agents who have previ- ously talked with her will be more productive than having her interviewed immediately at Canton, Ohio.
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SU 164-24
2. Will, upon completion of interview of set forth above, submit report regarding investigation conducted regarding RICHARD FLOYD MC COY, JR. - Suspect.
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UNSUB SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-1L6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81)
DATE:
6/15/72
FROM
:
SA ROBERT H. WICK
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
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Reference: Memo by SA JACOBS, 5/17/72.
AT OLYMPIA, WASHINGTON
an
On June 14, 1972, advised he was unable to locate any drivers license record for Seattle, Washington.
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OFF
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Buy U.
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OFF
5010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-860
NRØØ1 BS PLAIN 4:00 PM NITEL 6-18-72 RGP
TO: SEATTLE
MINNEAPOLIS
LOS ANGELES
FROM: BOSTON
164-153
SUBJECT : NORJAK
RE :
MASSACHUSETTS,
TELEPHONED THE BOSTON DIVISION TO ADVISE THAT ARTISTS SKETCH PUBLISHED IN JUNE 16 ISSUE OF LIFE MAGAZINE CLOSELY RESEMBLES
WORKED FOR
DURING MOST OF THAT PERIOD THEY BOTH CRENSHAW ANIMAL HOSPITAL
CRENSHAW BLVD. . TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA. SHE DESCRIBED THEIR* RELATIONSHIP AS SOMEWHAT STRANGE , SHE NEVER MET ANY OF HIS FRIENDS AND . KNEW NOTHING OF HIS LIFE .EXCEPT WHAT THEY SHARED AT THE CRENSHAW HOSPITAL . IN ADDITION TO HIS WORK AT THE HOSPITAL, SPECIFICALLY BUT
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END PAGE ONE
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PAGE TWO
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"K BUT HIS EMPLOYMENT WAS TERMINATED.
SEATTLE
END PAGE ONE
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PAGE TWO
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"K BUT HIS EMPLOYMENT WAS TERMINATED. SHE THEN LEFT HIMAND HAS NOT HEARD.
FROM HIM SINCE.
SHE DESCRIBED HIM AS BEING FIVE FEET TEN INCHES TO FIVE FEET ELEVEN INCHES TALL, AND ABOUT ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTYFIVE POUNDS.'. BROWN HAIR WITH TRACES OF RED, COMBED IN LONG STRANDS TO COVER THE THINNING SPOTS. SHE ALSO DESCRIBED HIM. AS SOMEWHAT OF AN INTROVERT BUT AN EXTREMELY INTELLIGENT INDIVIDUAL. SHE FURTHER DESCRIBED HIM AS A VERY BIG THINKER, ESPECIALLY WHEN TALKING ABOUT MONEY. SHE IS NOT SURE OF HIS DATE OF BIRTH BUT GUESSED HE DOES NOT SMOKE, BUT OCCASIONALLY WILL FOR SHOW. HE GRADUSTED FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA. HE HOLDS A PRIVATE PILOTS LICENSE WITH AN INSTRUMENT RATING. HAS TALKED SKYDIVING, BUT DOES NOT KNOW IF HE EVER DID ANY. HE ALWAYS WORE A MUSTACHE, AND FREQUENTLY WORE SUNGLASSES.
PAYNESVILLE , MINNESOTA. PHONE
HAD A LETTER FROM THEM RECENTLY THAT INDICATED THAT THEY HEARD
FROM AT CHRISTMAS OF SEVENTYONE, AND THAT HE WAS STILL IN
THE LOS ANGELES AREA.
PHONE
HAD A LETTER FROM THEM RECENTLY THAT INDICATED THAT THEY HEARD
FROM AT CHRISTMAS OF SEVENTYONE, AND THAT HE WAS STILL IN
THE LOS ANGELES AREA. ALSO HAS
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MINNESOTA ZIP CODE
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STATE of CALIFORNIA Dept. of Professional + VOCATIONAL STANDARDS
107 South Broadway Room 7/17 Los Angeles, California 90012
Telephone AreA CoDe
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SEATTLE	164-81
BOSTON	164-153

3
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/21/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext of code)
Via
AIRTEL
(Priority)
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TO: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM: SAC, BOSTON (164-153) (RUC) 12
SUBJECT: NORJAK Re:
Re Boston nitel to Seattle, 6/17/72.
Enclosed is one photograph of
(Left),
(right), with
(center). Also enclosed is one xerox copy each of a printing sample and handwriting sample of
as furnished by Danvers, Mass.
Seattle display photograph to appropriate witnesses in this matter.
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Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971 -413-135 DB Cooper-8678
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June 8, 1972
Federal Bureau of Investigation Washington, D.
GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971 -413-135 DB Cooper-8678
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June 8, 1972
Federal Bureau of Investigation Washington, D. C. 20535
Gentlemen:
As'long as there has been one sky-jacker from Coos County, Oregon already apprehended (Kerkow), we might as well son whether we have "D. B. Cooper" around here too.
There is a young man named
Oregon, who let it be known las"November that. he had $200,000; he definitely came into some money,
Oregon.
who had recently gone broke in this kind of work in Oregon. Other than the fact that these are ordinary people with an, extraordinary amount of money all of a sudden, I have no reason to suspect and no way to prove myself right or wrong without invading his privacy if in fact I could even do that. These people are acquaintances, not close friends, but I would be in trouble whether right or wrong in this matter, if word came out that I thought of wrong-doing in this connection, so please protect me.
are both young enough men to be able to have used parachutes and planes in the Service.
people are acquaintances, not close friends, but I would be in trouble whether right or wrong in this matter, if word came out that I thought of wrong-doing in this connection, so please protect me.
are both young enough men to be able to have used parachutes and planes in the Service.
This "hunch" has been bothering me for some time and I hope I'm wrong.
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DB Cooper-8679
Airtel
June 15, 1972
TO:
SAC, Portland
FROM: Acting Director, FBI (164-2111)
NORJAK
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Enclosed for Portland and Seattle are two Xerox copies of a self-explanatory letter directed to the FBI, Washington, D. C .. from
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states that one Oregon, came into around $200,000 in.
November, 197I.
Portland promptly contact and resolve
whether is identical to the unknown subject of this case.
Enclosures (2)
2 - Seattle (164-81) Enclosures (2) $
164-81-3533 SEARCHED ____ INDEXED SERIALIZED QUELLED 2 UNA 00072
25 DB Cooper-860
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1902 EDITION GSA FPMR (n CFR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/20/72
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FROM :
SA DONALD J.
6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/20/72
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FROM :
SA DONALD J. STEELE
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE:
(phonetic)
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On 6/19/72 Washington, telephone advised that
for the he has been employed by the Tidewater Barge Lines, with offices at 6 Beach Drive, Vancouver, Washington. He advised that an individual there that he has worked with during that time, resembles the artist's conception. This person stated that he is a retired paratrooper with several hundred jumps to his credit. He described this person as being in his 40s, white, male, 5'10", 160 to 180 lbs., blondish-brown hair, wavy. He stated this man if made up would closely resemble the artist's conception.
He advised he does not know how to spell his name exactly but knows he lives in the suburbs of Portland and has been working for the above firm for about six months. On one occasion when the hijacking was being discussed, someone mentioned his resemblance and
excited and irratated. became very
LEAD
6 Beach Drive
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At Vancouver, Washington
Will make contact with the Tidewater
became very
LEAD
6 Beach Drive
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At Vancouver, Washington
Will make contact with the Tidewater Barge Lines and develop information concerning suspect. 3 - Seattle DJS : klb (3)
Reb
Lead
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
6/20/72
SA DONALD J. STEELE
NORJAK
RE:
(phonetic)
On 6/19/72 Washington, telephone advised that
for the he has been employed by the Tidewater Barge Lines, with offices at 6 Beach Drive, Vancouver, Washington. He advised that an individual there that he has worked with during that time, resembles the artist's conception. This person stated that he is a retired paratrooper with several hundred jumps to his credit. He described this person as being in his, 40s, white, male, 5'10", 160 to 180 lbs., blondish-brown hair, wavy. He stated this man if made up would closely resemble the artist's conception.
He advised he does not know how to spell his name exactly but knows he lives in the suburbs of Portland
He advised he does not know how to spell his name exactly but knows he lives in the suburbs of Portland and has been working for the above firm for about six months. On one occasion when the hijacking was being discussed, someone mentioned his resemblance and became very excited and irratated.
LEAD
At Vancouver, Washington
Will make contact with the Tidewater Barge Lines and develop information concerning suspect. : 3/- Seattle
DJS : klb (3)
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1902 EDITION GSA FPMR (42 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
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On June 5. 1972.
!
Sounds
telephone came to the Tacoma Resident Agency to suggest a suspect in instant matter. He cautioned, however, that the source of his information was
who was with him at the time
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cautioned that he did not desire any investigation that might indicate the source of the information.
He cautioned, however, that the source of his information was
who was with him at the time
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cautioned that he did not desire any investigation that might indicate the source of the information. (It appeared from remarks that the reason for the investigation he had conducted and for his reporting the suspect was the hope of obtaining the reward. He called the Seattle Office to determine the amount. )
He stated that
and resides on He moved here from the
Within the past month or two
Further.
Prior to his
He is described as being about 35 years old, 5'10 , 160 pounds, brown hair - receding with squinty eyes. He looks similar to the sketch of the hijacker.
was suggesting him as a suspect in that he is only at Fort Lewis and has apparently come into considerable amount of money;
the sketch. JAG: set (2) ist
and looks similar to3535 164-81-3535
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DATE: 6/20/72
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On June 10, 1972.
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DATE: 6/20/72
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On June 10, 1972. called to state that suspect had on Hollywood. California, in the
On June 12, 1972,
civilian file concerning the following:
Fort Lewis, Washington, produced the and it reflected
making approximately making
for a total income of a year. They
from Joliet, Illinois to
has Social Security while in the
and
NO.
and had
U. S. Army from at Boeing from
He was employed
reviewed the annual leave records
and determined that took two hours annual leave on the last two hours of November 24, 1971, which, according
to would indicate that he had gotten off work at 2:30 p.m. took no annual leave on that day.
Further, was at work on Friday, November 26, 1971, and took no annual leave the subsequent week.
ADMINISTRATIVE: Because the original allegation 'has been disproven such as the source of funds and the annual leave refutation, this is not considered a substantial allegation and it is recommended that no further investi- gation be conducted.
ADMINISTRATIVE: Because the original allegation 'has been disproven such as the source of funds and the annual leave refutation, this is not considered a substantial allegation and it is recommended that no further investi- gation be conducted.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1942 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CPR) 101-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
Memorandum
TO
:
SAC (164-81)
(P)
DATE: 6/20/72
FROM
:
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
SUSPECT:
00: SEATTLE
On 5/9/72,
The Boeing
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the following information:
Sex
Male Caucasian
Race
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Citizenship Address ..
Canadian
Seattle
Previous Address
Washington:
Passport No.
Canada issued
Port of Entry Into United States
renewal Eastport, Idaho, on
Father
residing
Canada
Military Previous
Ltd.,
Employment Height
Saskatchewan, Canada
5' 11" 168 pounds Gray
Weight
Eyes
Hair
Brown
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also furnished a photo of subject which need
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not be returned.
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SE 164-81
Boeing on
further advised subject became employed at He was termin-
ated on due to a general reduction in force. In August of 1970. he was put on probation at Boeing due to His
File indicates that in May. 1969, he was commended for outstand- ing performance as
On the following dates. the following agencies were contacted by A review of the records failed to disclose any record identifiable with subject:
6/6/72 King County SO 6/7/72 Seattle Police Department 6/8/72 Seattle Credit Bureau
A check of City Directories and telephone director- ies for Metropolitan Seattle area failed to disclose any listing for subject.
LEAD
SEATTLE DIVISION At Seattle, Washington
Will display photo of subject to witnesses for elim- ination purposes.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/20/72
FROM :
SC
SUBJECT:
6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE
(164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/20/72
FROM :
SC
SUBJECT:
NORJACK
On instant date Walla Walla, Washington this office.
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telephonically contacted stated that he was looking at his new life magazine and saw a composit drawing of D. B. COOPER. stated that the composit drawing looks a lot like
a man he went to school with. looked through his
stated that he
Spokane. Washington and stated that the picture of Looks like D. B. COOPER.
stated that he hasn't seen for about 12 vears.
stated that the last time he saw in Spokane, Washington.
was
stated that was in the Air Force as a Paratrooper and made about 463 jumps while in the Air Force. When
got out of the military he joined a jump school in Spokane, Wn and has been known to make jumps at 12,000 feet.
furnished the following description of as he remembers him 12 years ago:
Name
Race
Cau
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Weight Hair
Male 6' 0" 165 to 170 lbs. Dark
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stated that he works at the State Pen in Walla Walla, Washington.
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stated that he works at the State Pen in Walla Walla, Washington.
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SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P) 6/20/72
SC
NORJACK
On instant date Walla Walla, Washington this office.
telephonically contacted stated that he was looking at his new life magazine and sew a composit drawing of D. B. COOPER. * stated that the composit drawing looks a lot like
a man he went to school with. stated that he
looked through his
Spokane. Washington and stated that the picture of Looks like D.B. COOPER.
stated that he hasn't seen for about 12 years. was
stated that the last time he saw in Spokane, Washington.
stated that was in the Air Force as & Paratrooper and made about 463 jumps while in the Air Force. When got out of the, military he joined a jump school in Spokane, Wn and has been known to make jumps at 12,000 feet.
When got out of the, military he joined a jump school in Spokane, Wn and has been known to make jumps at 12,000 feet.
furnished the following description of as he remembers him 12 years agos
Nome Race
Sex Height
Weight Hair
Cau Male 6ª 0" 165 to 170 1bs. Dark
Seattle records reflect no record on or
stated that he works at the State Pen in Walla Walla, Washington.
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 1 MAY 1032 EDITION CSA FPMR (# CPR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT "
Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
DATE: 6/20/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
RE: SUSPECT
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On May 29, 1972, Boeing Company, Seattle, Washington, furnished ther personnel file regarding subject, a review of which revealed the following background information:
Race
Sex
SSAN
DOB
POB Height Weight
Hair Eyes
Military Father
Mother
Previous
Addresses
Caucasian Male
200 pounds
Brown Hazel
residing
El Paso, Texas.
furnished ther personnel file regarding subject, a review of which revealed the following background information:
Race
Sex
SSAN
DOB
POB Height Weight
Hair Eyes
Military Father
Mother
Previous
Addresses
Caucasian Male
200 pounds
Brown Hazel
residing
El Paso, Texas.
residing
Tucson, Arizona
Seattle .
Seattle, Wa.
Tucson, Arizona
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further advised that subject began
working at the Boeing Company and terminated to accept other employment. His last known address is the Seattle, Washington. Supervisor's
comments in the personnel file indicate that subject was a
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fast, dependable, conscientious, quality conscience employee who always gave 100% on the job and was described as a hard worker. also furnished a photograph of subject which need not be returned.
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LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington Will display photograph to witnesses for elimination purposes .
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3/3/72
AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, BOSTON
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
1
FROM :
SAC, NEW HAVEN (164-77)
(P)
On 1/31/72,
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AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, BOSTON
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
1
FROM :
SAC, NEW HAVEN (164-77)
(P)
On 1/31/72,
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LEADS:
BOSTON
At Turnerfalls, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact at Turnerfalls Airport and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.
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Airport and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.
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At North Quincy, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact Northeastern Conferences, at North Quincy Airport and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices!
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OSTOR
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At Orange, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact the Orange Sport Parachuting Center, at Orange, Mass.
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OSTOR
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At Orange, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact the Orange Sport Parachuting Center, at Orange, Mass., and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.
ALBANY: At Greene, New York
Attempt to contact
at Greene Sport Parachute Center, Greene, New York, and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.
All recipient offices are requested to exhibit artist's conception of DAN COOPER, and interview regarding knowledge of the subjectt.
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:
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (41 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/19/72
FROM
OK
BOSTON (164-153)
P (RUe)
Sub L
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Re Boston nitel, 5/20/72, and New Haven
airtel, 3/3/72, a copy of which is enclosed.
No additional investigation has been requested in this matter per renitel.
Investigation as requested in New Haven airtel was conducted at the Pepperell, Massachusetts Parachute Center; Turners Falls, Massachusetts
Investigation as requested in New Haven airtel was conducted at the Pepperell, Massachusetts Parachute Center; Turners Falls, Massachusetts Airport: Orange, Mass., Sport Parachuting Center, and U.S. Parachute Association. All with negative results.
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I - New Haven (Info) (164-77)
1 - Boston HRC: las (4)
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DB Cooper-864

SAC, SEATTLE	(164-81)
SAC, BOSTON	(164-153) (RUC)

C)
6/19/72
NORJAK
Sub L
Re Boston nitel, 5/20/72, and New Haven airtel, 3/3/72, a copy of which is enclosed.
No additional investigation has been requested in this matter per renitel.
Investigation as requested in New Haven airtel was conducted at the Pepperell, Massachusetts Parachute Center; Turners Falls, Massachusetts Airport: Orange, Mass .. Sport Parachuting Center, and U.S. Parachute Association.
Investigation as requested in New Haven airtel was conducted at the Pepperell, Massachusetts Parachute Center; Turners Falls, Massachusetts Airport: Orange, Mass .. Sport Parachuting Center, and U.S. Parachute Association. All with negative results.
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1 - New Haven (Info) (164-77) 1 - Boston HRC:las (4)
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FILED 0 JUN 2 1 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
210
DB Cooper-865
3/3/72
AIRTEL
TO:
SAC, BOSTON
FROM :
SAC, NEW/HAVEN (164-77)
(P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
Conn. Parachutiste, b6 b7c
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LEADS:
BOSTON
At Turnerfalls, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact
at Turnerfalls Airport and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.'
At Pepperrill, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact (PH), at Pepperrill Airport and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.
At Morth Quincy, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact Northeastern Conferences, at North Quincy Airport and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.
At Morth Quincy, Massachusetts
Attempt to contact Northeastern Conferences, at North Quincy Airport and follow lead, which is set out below for all recipient offices.
6 Boston 2.Albany 2-New Haven TJM/jch (10)
164-81-3539 161726 SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED D. JUN 2 1 1972 FBI . SEATTLE
OSTO
DE Cooper-8696
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION UPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
FROM : SA
SUBJECT; NORJAK
Re: ( PHONETIC)
On June 13, 1972,
Seattle, Washington, contacted FBI. Seattle to provide informaiton on captioned incident. was previously involved in this case as suspect His connection with captioned incident was investigated by SA and he was eventually eliminated as a possible suspect.
stated that approximately 18 months ago he met an individual at the Picadilly Room in the Olympic Hotel, Seattle, Washington. He described this individual as follows:
1
Name:
White ( PHONETIC)
Race:
Sex:
Male 5'10"
Height:
Weight:
159-165 pounds
Age:
38-43 years
Complexion:
DArk
Hair: Black, but looked dyed
Physical appearance: Dressed well, did not wear glasses
Employment:
( PHONETIC)
Race:
Sex:
Male 5'10"
Height:
Weight:
159-165 pounds
Age:
38-43 years
Complexion:
DArk
Hair: Black, but looked dyed
Physical appearance: Dressed well, did not wear glasses
Employment:
flying for United Airlines
viewed by SA
stated that since he was last inter- he had been considering
b6 b7c
the possibility that might be identical to the 164-81-3541 artist's conception of D. B. COOPER. He also said that he has become more interested in the case due to the fact of his previous status as a suspect.
5010-100
(3) JTS/slb
Leak
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savin
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED OLENSO It JUN 2 1 1972
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DB Cooper-8699
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DATE: 6/21/2
SE 164-81
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stated he believes mentioned that he was divorced and had lived in California; however, cannot be certain of this. He apologized for not having anymore definite information on however, if he does remember something, he will contact the FBI, Seattle.
LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
Will contact United Airlines to determine if they employee a pilot by the name of (PHONETIC) b6 b7c
and will attempt to locate and interview
regarding captioned incident.
LEADS
SEATTLE At Seattle, Washington
Will contact United Airlines to determine if they employee a pilot by the name of (PHONETIC) b6 b7c
and will attempt to locate and interview
regarding captioned incident.
- 2 -
DB Cooper-8700 :unselecte:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)
6/21/72
SA
NORJAK
Re:
( PHONETIC)
On June 13, 1972, Seattle, Washington, contacted FBI, Seattle to provide informaiton on captioned incident. was previously involved in this case as suspect His connection with captioned incident was investigated by SA and he was eventually eliminated as a possible suspect.
stated that approximately 18 months ago he met an individual at the Picadilly Room in the Olympic Hotel, Seattle, Washington. He described this individual as follows:
Name:
Race:
White ( PHONETIC)
Sex :
Male
Height:
5'10"
Weight:
159-165 pounds
Age:
38-43 years
Complexion:
DArk
Hair:
Black, but looked dyed
Physical appearance: Dressed well, did not wear glasses
Employment:
flying for United Airlines
viewed by SA stated that since he was last inter- he had been considering the possibility that might be identical to the artist's conception of D.
years
Complexion:
DArk
Hair:
Black, but looked dyed
Physical appearance: Dressed well, did not wear glasses
Employment:
flying for United Airlines
viewed by SA stated that since he was last inter- he had been considering the possibility that might be identical to the artist's conception of D. B. COOPER. He also said that he has become more interested in the case due to the fact of his previous status as a suspect.
164-81-3541 ,
SEARCHED . ..... ... INDEXED SERIALIZED FILED 2 JUN 2 1 1972 FEL-SEATTLE
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b6 b7c
(3) JTS/slb
DB Cooper-871
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/19/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
RE:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re Los Angeles teletype to Seattle dated 5/15/72, Los Angeles airtels to Seattle dated 5/16 and 5/26/72, and Minneapolis airtel to Seattle dated 6/2/72. Re: Suspect aka
Enclosed for each receiving office are two photo-
graphs each of
more commonly known as the Copper Penny Restaurant, Long Beach, California, has been identified as an about the time of departure from Long Beach in October or early November 1971.
graphs each of
more commonly known as the Copper Penny Restaurant, Long Beach, California, has been identified as an about the time of departure from Long Beach in October or early November 1971. b6 b7c
South Gate, California Police Department, made available a copy of California Driver's License Number containing
descriptive data of and a photograph. 2)- Seattle (Encls. 2) (AM) 2 - Minneapolis (164-73) (Encls. 2) (AM) 2 - Portland (Encls. 2) (AM) 2 - Los Angeles
164-81-3542
crs/kah (8)
SEARCHED INDEXED OC SERIALIZED Q FILED 2 JUN 2 2 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
4/02
Approved:
1086
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per
GPO : 1970 O = 402-735
DB Cooper-8703
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LA 164-497
Investigation at Long Beach and Redondo Beach, California, has revealed that white male, brown hair, blue eyes, 5'7" to 518", 155 pounds, claimed he received as a result of learning to parachute.
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It has further been ascertained that
who as of Washington. employment telephone was
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has was employed at Denny's Restaurant. Longview,
As photographs of have been displayed b6 to witnesses in this matter without effecting an identification, leads
Longview,
As photographs of have been displayed b6 to witnesses in this matter without effecting an identification, leads concerning will be left to the discretion of Seattle.
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Portland, Minneapolis and Seattle are requested to display enclosed photographs of appropriate witnesses to ascertain if he is logical suspect in this matter.
to b6
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
DB Cooper-8704
- 2 - :unselecte:
FD-36 (Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/22/72
Transmit the following in
PLAINTEXT
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
TELETYPE
URGENTE NIVEL
(Priority

TO:	ACTING DIRECTOR, FBI (164-2111)
FROM:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81) (P)

P)
7 WEEKLY SUMMARY, NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE.
NAMES OF ADDITIONAL SUSPECTS CONTINUE TO BE RECEIVED AND INVESTIGATION UNDERTAKEN. STATUS OF
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AND
REMAINS UNCHANGED.
CEF: bgw (1)
Igu
164-81-3543
Approved: 7 JEM/S.A
Sent 9:524 M Per DUA
Special Agent in Charge
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
DB Cooper-8705
08
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UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
:
GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1971-413-135
DB Cooper-8705
08
** T*MAL -WWW NA · MY N INTHN CM4 PPMR (a CHA) MM-ILS
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/20/72
FROM 
SAC, ANCHORAGE (164-59) (RUC)
SUBJECT: NORJAK 00 SEATTLE
Sub X.
CONSIDER UNSUB ARMED AND DANGEROUS .'
Review of Anchorage file in' captioned matter reveals that all logical investigation has been conducted by the Anchorage Division and no suspects developed. In view of this, this matter is being considered RUC; however, Anchorage will be alert for any pertinent information in this case.
2 - Seattle 1 - Anchorage RHT:rmm (3)
164-81-3544
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140
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DB Cooper-8706 :selecte:
6/23/72
AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
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TO : SAC, BUTTE (164-26) FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE :
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On 5/30/72, FAA, Spokane, Washington, advised he had received Information from Idaho, that he thinks "D. B. COOPER" is United Airlines
as born 5'11" to 6 , 180 lbs.
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7
TO : SAC, BUTTE (164-26) FROM : SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
SUBJECT: NORJAK
RE :
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On 5/30/72, FAA, Spokane, Washington, advised he had received Information from Idaho, that he thinks "D. B. COOPER" is United Airlines
as born 5'11" to 6 , 180 lbs., sandy hair, grey eyes, white. b6 b7c
He described this
stated is known to FAA as he has
LEADS
BUTTE DIVISION
At Idaho b6 b7C
Will contact and determine his reason for thinking is identical with subject in this case.
Will thereafter attempt to determine whereabouts of on pertinent date and if necessary, interview him to determine activities on that date and conduct investigation necessary to verify.
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2 - Butte 2 - Seattle : TBW : klh (4) 1 $3,336 2. It
MA
164-81-3545
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DB Cooper-877
SE 164-81
SEATTLE DIVISION At Seattle, Washington
not
Will determine through UAL records whether or was flying 'on pertinent date.
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DB Cooper-878
CIONAL FORM NO. 10 Y 1982 EDITION FPMR (A CFR) 101-11.6 VITED STATES GO Memorandum
RNMENT
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/22/72
FROM
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA - AIR PIRACY
00: Seattle
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Re San Francisco letter to Sacramento, 6/2/72.
GO Memorandum
RNMENT
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
6/22/72
FROM
SAC, SACRAMENTO (164-50) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
CAA - AIR PIRACY
00: Seattle
b6 b7c
Re San Francisco letter to Sacramento, 6/2/72. Enclosed for Seattle are two photographs of b

Race	White
Sex	Male
Weight	180 pounds
Height	6 feet 1 inch
Hair	Light blond
Complexion	light
Social Security
Account Number
California Driver's License Number

er
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Plumas County, California, Sheriff's Office, Quincy, California, advised 6/13/72, that
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is a
of the county and is described as follows:
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advised that has been a good citizen of the community for several years, is a good las displayed no unusual spending, and has been rather conservative in his life style.
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b7c 3 - Seattle (Enc. 2) Recibe 1 - San Francisco (164-220) (Info) 2 - Sacramento , HWB: alt
164-81-3546
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JUN 2 4 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
687
2) Recibe 1 - San Francisco (164-220) (Info) 2 - Sacramento , HWB: alt
164-81-3546
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED _ FILED 0
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JUN 2 4 1972 FBI - SEATTLE
687
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan DB Cooper-8709
9010-10
SC 164-50
provided a photograph of
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On 6/20/72, a California "driver's license duplicate
of was obtained from the California Department of Driver's Licenses by SC
LEAD:
SEATTLE
At Seattle, Washington
Display the enclosed photos of to appropriate witnesses to determine if he could be the unknown subject of this case.
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2
DB Cooper-870
FD-36 (Rev. 3-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/21/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or tode)
Via AIRTEL
AIRMAIL
(Priority)
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM :
SAC, BUTTE (164-26) (P)
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Clésin
Re :
'Reurairtel, 4/13/72.
On 5/19/72, efforts were made to recontact
Sanders County Sky Diving Club, Thompson Falls, Montana, and he was out of town.
On 6/19/72 was located at Thompson Falls, Montana, and he advised that he possesses no addi-( tional information relative to other than that which he has already furnished.
On 6/19/72 was located at Thompson Falls, Montana, and he advised that he possesses no addi-( tional information relative to other than that which he has already furnished. He reiterated that he has searched through all of his old records and mementoes of . the time he spent in the military and can find no pictures or records relative to but merely recalls his name as someone he met while in the service and at the time he knew him in about 1959, then bore a close similarity to the artist's conception of the suspect in this case. stated that if he should ever come upon anything that would give more factual information relative to he would immediately contact the Butte Division. 2 - Seattle 2 - Butte AJFM/mhs (4)
164-81-3547
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Approved:
Special Agent in) Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-8711
U. S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE | 1969 O + 340-000 (11)
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OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/22/72
FROM :
SAC, LOS
10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/22/72
FROM :
SAC, LOS ANGELES (164-497) (P)
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b7C
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
00: Seattle
Re: Possible Suspect
b6 b7C
Huntington Beach,
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California, telephone advised the composite photo- graph of the hijacker was observed in a newspaper and after some consideration, he thought the hijacker might be whom he met in San Francisco approximately two years ago. stated looked similar to the composite visited about
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drawing. He stated two years ago and residence at that time was
San Rafael, California. At that time was unemployed and anxious to earn some money.
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He added that in December 1971, sent a Christmas card to the San Rafael address, but the card had been forwarded to San Francisco, California. This card was then returned to undelivered. He described as a white male, 5'10", 160 pounds, blond hair, and fair complexion.
He requested his wife not be contacted and requested his identity be protected.
San Francisco is requested to conduct appropriate investigation through the last known addresses of to
San Francisco is requested to conduct appropriate investigation through the last known addresses of to ascertain if warrants consideration as a logical suspect in this matter.
b6 b7C
ARMED AND DANGEROUS. 2 - Seattle (AM) 2 - San Francisco (164-220) (AM) 2 - Los Angeles
crs/kah (6)
164-81-3548
SEARCHED INDEXED SERIALIZED LFILED 0.0
JUR 2 61972 FBI - SEATTLE
8/5
5010-100
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-872
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1982 EDITION GSA FPMR (O CPR) 101-1L6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SFATTIE
FROM : SA
SUBJECT: NOR JACK
DATE: 3/1/72
b6 b7C
Wenatchee, Wash., telephone number
recently telephonically this office and advised as follows :
Alaska Airlines recently mentioned to him the fact that the Hijacker in this case used notes to communicate to the airlines stewardess and the wording on the notes made think in that was a
terms of as a possible suspect in this matter. He believed of the Boeing 707 while was in the US Air Force.
recently mentioned to him the fact that the Hijacker in this case used notes to communicate to the airlines stewardess and the wording on the notes made think in that was a
terms of as a possible suspect in this matter. He believed of the Boeing 707 while was in the US Air Force. He has Wenatchee while
b6 b7C for the
in the recent past. arently leased or bought an #XXX old an aircraft broker at Santa Monica, California or Long Beach, California, which aircraft was later found in Baltimore with indicated ti t Provo, Utah was his
home. He has a friend.
of Nicaragua, who
Nicaragua. The FAA at Oklahoma City would be able to furnish data regarding his aircraft license. who operates a spraying concern at Kansas, knows well.
On 3/1/72 Chelan County Sheriff's b6 Office, Wenatchee advised that is well known to the U.S. b7C Customs, Brownsville, Texas as
b6 The writer recalls that a few years ago he had some leads regarding b7c name unrecalled who supposedly were
It is suggested that a search of this file might reveal b6 home address. If not FAA, Oklahoma City would probably have this infor- mation, which would enable his photo to be obtained as a possible elim- ination in this matter.
If not FAA, Oklahoma City would probably have this infor- mation, which would enable his photo to be obtained as a possible elim- ination in this matter.
JAD CC: 1
164-81-3549
SEARCHED INDEXED OC SERIALIZED Q FILED HAR 3 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
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5010-100
1000
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-873
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY INIZ EDITION GSA FFMR (4) CFR) 101-120 PAPA UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandu

TO	:	SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM	:	SA

SA
DATE:
3/29/72
b6 b7C
SUBJECT: NORJAK
Attached is a copy of a letter received by the SEATTLE POST INTELLIGENCER in response to their Secret Witness program setting forth information concerning captioned matter This letter was furnished by of the POST INTELLIGENCER.
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JSD:k1b (3)
Rus
164-81- 3550
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INDEXED
SERIALIZED. JAFILED &
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FBI-SEATTLE
1200
9010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-874
Pursuant to our telephone conversation this morning I am jacker furnishing information to help apprehend the sky-jakir who recently
Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-874
Pursuant to our telephone conversation this morning I am jacker furnishing information to help apprehend the sky-jakir who recently obtained $200 thousand from the McChord Air Force Base banking facility and escaped from a Northwest Air Lines Boeing 727 jet xxx airliner.
During the past week while I was in conference with it came to my attention that the sky-jacker used notes to communicate with the stewardess. Although only a few lines were received, I noticed a pattern in the dialog that immediately brought to mind an acquaintance of mine with whom I have had some contact during the past four years.
has been working here in Wenatchee during
and Kansas.) In addition to general appearance in the sketch, the dialog used in the notes is characteristic of that used by b6 b7c I have furnished detailed information on the subject, to our local F.B. I. agent, and to the Seattle office of the F. B. I. regarding where he resides at times in Utah. His association
in Nicaragua, including:
Nicaragua.
-1-
DB Cooper-8715
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has mentioned to me that during his tour in the U.
His association
in Nicaragua, including:
Nicaragua.
-1-
DB Cooper-8715
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has mentioned to me that during his tour in the U.S. Air Force that he was
Boeing 707 jet airliner. has broad flying
experience background,
More recently he purchased Steward-Davis Inc., 3200 Cherry Ave., Long Beach, Calif. 90807, Tel: 213/636-1871 and 426-6455. I have been told that
eastern U. S. airport. The plane
was
I am a professional pilot and am former U.S. Air Force I am anxious to see the sky-jacker brought to justice, and I want to collect the reward.
###
DB Cooper-876
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY IN2 EDITION GSA FPMR (a CFR) 101-11.6 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO :
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE:
3/29/72
FROM :
SA
SUBJECT:
NORJAK
b6 b7c
Attached is a copy of a letter received by the SEATTLE POST INTELLIGENCER in response to their Secret Witness program setting forth information concerning captioned matter. This letter was furnished by of the POST INTELLIGENCER.
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JSD:k1b (3)
eu
164-81-3550
SEARCHED INDEXED. SERIALIZED
CO 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
0010-108
Buy U.
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JSD:k1b (3)
eu
164-81-3550
SEARCHED INDEXED. SERIALIZED
CO 1972 FBI-SEATTLE
0010-108
Buy U.S. Savings Bonds Regularly on the Payroll Savings Plan
DB Cooper-877
(Rev. 5-22-64)
FBI
Date:
6/22/72
Transmit the following in
(Type in plaintext or code)
Via
AIRTEL
AIR MAIL
(Priority)
TO:
SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
FROM:
SAC, LAS VEGAS (164-60) -p-
RE :
NORJAK
00 Seattle
Re Indianapolis airtel 5/15/72.
1
Thorough and complete investigation at Reno, including searches of public utilities and all logical public sources, have been searched by SA in an unsuccessful attempt to identify a or to identify and locate a Monitor Drilling Corporation.
On 6/21/72,
Nevada, advised SA that he has twice seen an artist's conception of COOPER and is quite certain that subject COOPER may be identical with with whom served in the U.S. Navy in about aboard the USS Shelton (DD790) and the USS Colett (DD730). He advised
was a was about 5'9", slender build. dark complexion, with some Indian blood and was called who had dark hair and dark eyes.
He advised
was a was about 5'9", slender build. dark complexion, with some Indian blood and was called who had dark hair and dark eyes. recalled
that
was from Oregon. had no information that
was ever a flier or had ever used parachutes. - Seattle 2 Portland (164-41) 2 - Las Vegas
MTB: tlw (6)
164-81-3551
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a
3
ATA
Approved:
VL/9H
Special Agent in Charge
Sent M Per DB Cooper-8720 U. S, GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE : 1969 O - 346-090 (11)
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b6 b7C :selecte:
LV 164-60
LEADS:
PORTLAND DIVISION
At
Oregon
Will identify
and furnish descriptive data and photograph to Seattle.
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If not located at will ouse inquiry to be made through records repository, U. S. Navy, in an effort to identify
UNSUB CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2
DB Cooper-871
NR 020 LA PLAIN 5:34 PM NITEL 6-26-72 RWM TO SEATTLE (164-81) MINNEAPOLIS FROM LOS ANGELES (164-497) 2P.
b6 b7C
NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE.
RE SUSP ET. Olin
RE BOSTON TEL TO SEATTLE JUNE EIGHTEEN LAST.
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
2
DB Cooper-871
NR 020 LA PLAIN 5:34 PM NITEL 6-26-72 RWM TO SEATTLE (164-81) MINNEAPOLIS FROM LOS ANGELES (164-497) 2P.
b6 b7C
NORJAK, 00: SEATTLE.
RE SUSP ET. Olin
RE BOSTON TEL TO SEATTLE JUNE EIGHTEEN LAST. b6 b7C INVESTIGATION AT CRENSHAW ANIMAL HOSPITAL AND TORRANCE POLICE DEPARTMENT, TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, REVEALED
HAD FURNISHED ADDRESS OF
LOS ANGELES, IN AUGUST NINETEEN SEVENTY ONE.
ON THIS DATE,
HARVEY'S ANIMAL b6 b7C
HOSPITAL, EIGHT SIX SEVEN FOUR MELROSE, LOS ANGELES, MADE AVAILABLE PAYROLL RECORDS THAT HOSPITAL.
RECORDS REVEALED
CALIFORNIA, EMPLOYED AS
ON JANUARY THREE, SEVENTY ONE AND VOLUNTARILY
LEFT EMPLOYMENT ON APRIL TEN, LAST.
END PAGE ONE
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DB Cooper-8722
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LA 164-497
PAGE TWO
PAYROLL RECORDS INDICATE PAID FOR ENTIRE WEEK OF MONDAY, NOVEMBER TWENTY TWO, SEVENTY ONE, THROUGH FRIDAY NOVEMBER TWENTY SIX, SEVENTY ONE.
STATES DR. HARVEY, OWNER OF HOSPITAL, DIED ON NOVEMBER TWENTY TWO, SEVENTY ONE. SHE POSITIVELY RECALLS BEING AT THE HOSPITAL ON DAYS OF NOVEMBER' TWENTY THREE-
AND NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR, OR DAYS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING DR.
SHE POSITIVELY RECALLS BEING AT THE HOSPITAL ON DAYS OF NOVEMBER' TWENTY THREE-
AND NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR, OR DAYS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING DR.
HARVEY'S DEATH AS LEFT AT HOSPITAL, AND SHE STATES SHE DID NOT WORK NOVEMBER TWENTY FIVE, SEVENTY ONE, AND DOES NOT KNOW WHETHER PRESENT AT HOSPITAL ON THANKSGIVING DAY BUT POSITIVE HE SPENT MOST OF DAY OF NOVEMBER TWENTY FOUR, SEVENTY ONE, AT HOSPITAL.
IN VIEW OF ABOVE, NO FURTHER INVESTIGATION APPEARS WARRANTED CONCERNING AT THIS TIME. MINNEAPOLIS DISCONTINUE REGARDING BOSTON ADVISED AIR MAIL. ARMED AND DANGEROUS.
~ END FEE
FBI SEATTLE CLR
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DB Cooper-8723 :unselecte:
OPTIONAL FORM NO. 10 MAY 1962 EDITION GSA FPMR (4 CPR) 105-11.6
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT Memorandum
TO
: SAC, SEATTLE (164-81)
DATE: 6/26/72
FROM
: SA
SUBJECT: NORJACK
Reserial 2706 entitled
Elér
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On May 15, 1972 Colville Indian Agency. Nespelem, Washington advised that he was not acquainted with He added that Officer PAUL GUA was killed in an automobile accident in the Seattle area about two weeks previously' and
was currently oh Annual Leave.
Nespelem, Washington advised that he was not acquainted with He added that Officer PAUL GUA was killed in an automobile accident in the Seattle area about two weeks previously' and
was currently oh Annual Leave.
On June 23, 1972 Tribes, Nespelem, Washington advised that on the reservation for fight in Nespelem with on the preceeding weekend and was well acquaint- ed with the subject. He said that Male about 30 years of age, 5'72, medium build, who does not at all resemble the artist's conception of the subject in this matter. He added that the is extremely dirty in appearance and is suspected of being involved in the
Colville Confederatedb6 is currently employed b7C said that he had a
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and local Nespelem resident present at the Tribal Jail, Nespelem both advised that they were well acquainted with and stated that he does not at all resemble the artists conception of the unsub. in this matter.
Since is reported to be extremely hostile to police authorities b6 and since the above three individuals feel he does not at all resemble the b7c artists conception of the unsub.
Since is reported to be extremely hostile to police authorities b6 and since the above three individuals feel he does not at all resemble the b7c artists conception of the unsub., no further investigation being conducted regarding him.
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I worked with a man at Boeing that fit the physical description of "D. B. Cooper" and he also was a skydiver. : His name is and he worked at the plant before
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May 6th 1972
Richard G. Kleindeinst. U. S. attorney General
Sir !
: His name is and he worked at the plant before
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May 6th 1972
Richard G. Kleindeinst. U. S. attorney General
Sir !- I'm taking the liberty to write you directly about a matter that Ibeleive thas reached significant" Status and deserves to be considered from the highest level ..
Iam pastine I know the man who started this rash of parachute hijacking on skyjacking D.B. Cooper. the had become living proof that this sort of thing can be done successfully, and with his capture I believe the wind would be knocked out of the parachutes of many potential skyjackers before they got off the ground.
have a credibility problems because of my record and crime. Ineed the law of an intelligent person who will not let anything sway his judgement untill he has heard. what I have to say. 164-81-3555 Then the facts are invo anexo the SERIALIZED_Q FILEDLA results proven hope specia Les DB Cooper-8729 b6 bc
consideration will be given to my case, your man will not have to talk to me long before he will see That I know what I'm talking about and why Iam pastiche of my facts.
specia Les DB Cooper-8729 b6 bc
consideration will be given to my case, your man will not have to talk to me long before he will see That I know what I'm talking about and why Iam pastiche of my facts.
would Say when you find this man you will find at least one hundred eighty thousand dollars. I will tell you how to locate him within twenty four hours. I've known this man nearly twenty years. He has no criminal history.
I'm sixty two years old and doing Twenty five years for 2113A in 196 I have scored over fourty years behind bars since my father was killed in 1922. I do not want any visible credit for this. I'm not postive this letter goes out unopened on Id have gave more details. lam Howard & Hubbell #84333-132 DB Cooper-8730 Leavenworth, Ka.
May 6th 1972.
Richard G. Kleindeinst. U. S. attorney General
Sir !-
I'm taking the liberty to write you directly about a matter that Ibelieve that reached significant Status and deserves to be considered from the highest level ..
Iam postive I know the man who started this rash of parachute hijacking on skyjacking D.B. Cooper. The had become living proof that this sort of thing can be done successfully, and with his capture ibelieve the
The had become living proof that this sort of thing can be done successfully, and with his capture ibelieve the wind would be knocked out of the parachutes of many potential skyjüchen before they got off the ground.
I have a credibility probleme because of my record and crime. Ineed the law of an intelligent person when will not let anything sway his judgement untill The has heard. what I have to say. 164-81.3555 Then the facts are in and the results proven hope special DB Cooper-8731D
consideration will be given to my case, your man will not have to talk to me long before he will see that I know what I'm talking about and why Jam pastiche of my facts.
Iwould Say when you find this man you will find at least one hundred eighty thousand dollars. I will tell you how to locate him within twenty four hours. I've known this maninearly twenty "years. He has no criminal bistand .... I'm sixty two years old and doing Twenty five years for 2113A in 190 I have schived over fourty years behind bars since my father was killed in 1922.
I'm sixty two years old and doing Twenty five years for 2113A in 190 I have schived over fourty years behind bars since my father was killed in 1922. I do not want any visible credit for this.
I'm not postive this letter goes out unapared on Id have gave more details. lam asward & Hubbell #84333-132 DB Cooper-8732 1 HI Ka.
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May 6th 1972
Richard G. Kleindeinst U. S. Attorney General
Sir:
Im taking the liberty to write you directly about a matter that I beleive has reached significant status, and deserves to be considered from the highest level.
I am postive I know the man who started this rash of parachute hijacking or skyjacking D. B. Cooper. He has become living proof that this sort of thing can be done successfully, and with his capture I beleive the wind would be knocked out of the parachute of many potential skyjackers before they got off the ground.
I have a credibility problem because, of my record and crime. I need the ear of an intelligent person who will not let anything sway his judgement untill he has heard what I have to say.
I need the ear of an intelligent person who will not let anything sway his judgement untill he has heard what I have to say.
When the facts are in and the results proven I hope special consideration will be given to my case.
Your man will not have to talk to me long before he will see that I know what I'm talking about, and why I am postive of my facts.
I would say when you find this man you will find at least one hundred eighty thousand dollars. I will tell you how to locate him within twenty four hours. I've known this man nearly twenty years. He has no criminal history.
Im sixty two years old and doing twenty five years for 2113A in 1967 I have served over fourty years behind bars since my father was killed in 1922.
I do not want any visible credit for this.
Im not postive this letter goes out unopened or I'd have gave more details.
I am Howard J. Hubbell 164-81-3556 b6 b7C
#84333-132 Leavenworth, Kan.
TRUE COPY
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May 6th 1972
Richard G. Kleindeinst U. S. Attorney General
Sir:
Im taking the liberty to write you directly about a matter that I beleive has reached significant
Attorney General
Sir:
Im taking the liberty to write you directly about a matter that I beleive has reached significant status, and deserves to be considered from the highest level.
I am postive I know the man who started this rash of parachute hijacking or skyjacking D. B. Cooper. He has become living proof that this sort of thing can be done successfully, and with his capture I beleive the wind would be knocked out of the parachute of many potential Skyjackers before they got off the ground.
I' have a credibility problem because, of my record and crime. I need the ear of an intelligent person who will. not let anything sway his judgement untill he has heard what I have to say.
When the facts are in and the results proven I hope special consideration will be given to my case.
Your man will not have to talk to me long before he will see that I know what I'm talking about, and why I am postive of my facts.
I would say when you find this man you will find at least one hundred eighty thousand dollars. I will tell you how to locate him within twenty four hours.