On July 13, 1976, Vernon Presley—who had become deeply involved in his son's financial affairs—fired "Memphis Mafia" bodyguards Red West (Presley's friend since the 1950s), Sonny West, and David Hebler, citing the need to "cut back on expenses".
Pada 13 Juli 1976, Vernon Presley—yang menjadi sangat terlibat dalam urusan keuangan putranya—memecat para penjaga "Mafia Memphis" Red West (teman Presley sejak 1950an), Sonny West, dan David Hebler, dengan alasan kebutuhan untuk "memotong pengeluaran".