EC Seattle to Criminal Investigative and Laboratory re NORJAK Phase II DNA collection leads on unresolved suspects
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FBI 164-81, Vault Part 52 pp. 189–195 (DB Cooper-21859–21865), Memo, dated 29 Jul 2004 — cooper.theunsolved.net/documents/Cooper-Part-52%3A189-195
(Rev. 08-28-2000)
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
Precedence: ROUTINE Date: 07/29/2004
To: Criminal Investigative Attn: VCMOS, MT/TCU Laboratory Attn: DNA1, [REDACTED] Seattle Attn: Olympia RA Newark Salt Lake
From: Seattle Squad 5/ PSVCTF Contact: SA [REDACTED]
Approved By: [REDACTED signature]
Drafted By: [REDACTED]
Case ID #: SE 164A-81-DNA (Pending) - [guess: V/a] SE 164A-81 (Pending) - 9447 SE 164A-81[REDACTED] (Closed) SE 164A-81[REDACTED] (Closed) SE 164A-81-386 (Closed)
Title: UNSUB, aka DAN COOPER; NORJAK CAA - HIJACKING
ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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Synopsis: To set phase II leads for investigation and collection of DNA samples for submission to the Laboratory, DNA 1. This case remains the only unsolved hijacking in the United States, and is commonly referred to as the "D.B. Cooper" investigation. Items collected should be forwarded directly to the Laboratory, DNA 1, Attention [REDACTED] The EC should be uploaded to SE 164A-81-DNA.
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Enclosures: For each receiving office is one case information sheet. This information is also available to be emailed to any RA Agents who do not receive the enclosure.
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Details: Over the years, over one thousand possible subjects meriting subfiles have been processed by Seattle with the assistance of virtually every Field Division. Most, opened in the initial stages of the investigation, were quickly eliminated, some required extensive investigation to eliminate, some remained of interest and could not be included or excluded through normal
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DB Cooper-21859
To: Criminal Investigative From: Seattle Re: SE 164A-81-DNA, 07/29/2004
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means. To date, the hijacker of Northwest 305, who parachuted from the aircraft with the $200,000 ransom, has not been identified. This case remains the only unresolved airplane hijacking in U.S. history. Although it is very likely that the hijacker did not survive the jump, it remains a possibility. If currently alive, the hijacker would likely be in his mid-70's. As hijacking was a capital offense at the time, DOJ has recently again advised that no statute of limitations exists.
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For the information of VCMOS and receiving offices, a recent resubmission of an item connected to the UNSUB has resulted in recovery of male nuclear DNA. This DNA was suitable for entry into CODIS and for identification and elimination. Seattle has identified the below individuals from which a DNA sample is desired to process a comparison.
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A review is being conducted in Seattle to identify possible candidates for DNA comparison. It is anticipated that only a very small minority of the original suspect pool will qualify for this DNA project. Phase II of this review involved the completed review of subject subfiles 1-500.
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Due to the extensive and counterproductive media coverage that, in some cases, may result from these contacts, all offices are requested to exercise discretion in dealing with these leads. Some of these suspects may have known they were considered a person of interest, others may not. Likewise the families may, or may not be aware. In cases where the suspect is alive, oral swabs should be solicited. In cases where the subject is deceased, all methods to include hair from shavers, brushes, salvia from postage stamps, etc. should be considered. In those cases where recovery of these items are not possible, obtain proper death and burial records. Contact Seattle case agent before asking family members for any exhumation authority. In the event the suspect, and/or family, cannot be located, receiving offices should set out appropriate leads to follow up with an information copy to Seattle.
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Obtain samples by one of the following methods, in the following order of priority:
1. Oral swabs from suspect (best) 2. Toothbrush, shaver, brush, comb belonging to suspect, or envelope with saliva on flap or stamp (second best). 3. Oral swabs from both surviving parents (third best). 4. Oral swab from two of suspect's natural children. (fourth best).
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DB Cooper-21860
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To: Criminal Investigative From: Seattle Re: SE 164A-81-DNA, 07/29/2004
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All family or possible suspects contacted should be advised that this is merely another investigative step following advancement in technologies. No mention of the recovery of DNA evidence should be made. Care should be given so persons contacted are not lead to believe that they or their family member are a suspect of great interest in this case. Unless specifically requested in lead, no interviews are needed at this time, other than appropriate FD-302 to document DNA samples. Media discussions should be avoided. Refer any media inquiries without comment to the Seattle Media Coordinator, SA [REDACTED] [REDACTED] at [REDACTED] Any follow up leads to obtain these samples should be set by receiving offices with a copy to Seattle.
If anyone is uncooperative with this process, advise Seattle.
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Phase II unresolved suspects:
1. [REDACTED] SSN [REDACTED] DOB **Caution - May Be Uncooperative Due to Prior Contact With FBI**
Last known address: [REDACTED] Shelton, Washington (10/2003)
[REDACTED] was originally identified as a suspect based on information received from two individuals. He resembled UNSUB at the time, has military jump experience, and reportedly discussed committing the "perfect crime" prior to the hijacking. [REDACTED] was only partially cooperative during his interviews in 1972 and 1977, and uncooperative when contacted in 1979 and ultimately refused to answer further questions or take a polygraph examination. Alibi information he provided concerning his work activities and travel during November 1971 was proven at least partially false. He was last contacted in January 1979 while living in Campbell, California. Following that contact, [REDACTED] retained an attorney and refused a polygraph. In 1993, [REDACTED] was again identified as being the UNSUB by an another associate who had viewed an "Unsolved Mysteries" segment about this case. Contact Seattle Case Agent if further details are desired.
Due to the passage of time, it is possible that [REDACTED] will now cooperate with a DNA sample.
2. [REDACTED] SSN [REDACTED] DOB
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DB Cooper-21861
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To: Criminal Investigative From: Seattle Re: SE 164A-81-DNA, 07/29/2004
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Last known address: [REDACTED] Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey [REDACTED]
[REDACTED] a prior resident of Eugene, Oregon surfaced as a suspect in 1972 on a referral from the Los Angeles Division. One witness onboard NW 305 subsequently advised that [REDACTED] bore a very strong resemblance to the UNSUB. Investigation could not rule [REDACTED] out based a one week gap in his work attendance at the time of the hijacking. [REDACTED] worked for TWA as a [REDACTED] and, although pilot trained, was unsuccessful in securing a flying job with TWA as he was described as a "rebel" by his supervisor, and as someone who had money problems. There is no record that [REDACTED] was ever contacted by the FBI or has any knowledge of his mention as a suspect in this matter.
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3. Richard Floyd McCoy Jr. (deceased) (SUB 386). SSN 237-66-3779 **CAUTION SUGGESTED** **Family may be uncooperative**
McCoy was convicted of a copycat hijacking of a United Airlines flight in April, 1972 in which he successfully parachuted from that flight over Utah with $500,000. McCoy was arrested/convicted of that offense and most of the hijack proceeds were recovered. McCoy later escaped from prison and was shot and killed in November, 1974 after drawing a weapon on FBI Agents attempting his arrest in Virginia Beach, Virginia. McCoy never claimed to have been COOPER, and there was significant differences in methodology between the two crimes. Evidence indicated McCoy was in Salt Lake City on 11/25/1971, and had possibly attended class at BYU on 11/24/1971. Some evidence exists that McCoy and his wife actually drove to Las Vegas on 11/24/1971. Although the weight of the evidence points toward the elimination of McCoy, speculation continued. In July, 1972 McCoy allegedly told his Pre-Trial officer in Salt Lake City prior to his receiving a 45 year sentence for the UAL hijacking, that he had done "another one". In light of some contradiction in evidence concerning McCoy, and the possibility that the differences in methodology between the hijacking can be partially explained as a possible natural refinement of methods, a DNA sample is being sought.
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It is recognized that McCoy's family may still be uncooperative, and appropriate caution should be utilized. During McCoy's trial in 1972, [REDACTED] testified against him. [REDACTED] at the time was [REDACTED] now remarried under the name [REDACTED] [REDACTED] may have assisted MCCOY immediately before his death while a fugitive. Perhaps with the passage of thirty
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DB Cooper-21862
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To: Criminal Investigative From: Seattle Re: SE 164A-81-DNA, 07/29/2004
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years, cooperation of [REDACTED] to provide a sealed envelope, or similar item from RICHARD McCOY is possible.
Last located address of [REDACTED] date of birth [REDACTED] Social Security number [REDACTED] is [REDACTED] Salt Lake City, UT [REDACTED] (as of 10/2003).
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DB Cooper-21863
To: Criminal Investigative From: Seattle Re: SE 164A-81-DNA, 07/29/2004
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LEAD(s):
Set Lead 1: (Adm)
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIVE
AT WASHINGTON, DC
For information of VCMOS, MT/TCU.
Set Lead 2: (Info)
LABORATORY
AT WASHINGTON, DC
For information of DNA1.
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Set Lead 3:
NEWARK
AT EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ
Discreetly locate and obtain DNA samples from [REDACTED] b6 [REDACTED] Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, b7C as outlined above. Interview [REDACTED] about his whereabouts and employment in November 1971. Submit DNA directly to the Laboratory, DNA 1, Attn: [REDACTED] The EC and related FD- 302 should be uploaded to SE 164A-81-DNA.
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Set Lead 4:
SALT LAKE
AT SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Discreetly locate and obtain DNA samples from the effects or family of RICHARD FLOYD MCCOY, as outlined above. Initial contact should be made with [REDACTED] b6 [REDACTED] Salt Lake City, Utah. It is b7C suggested that the assigned Agent review the Salt Lake McCOY file prior to contact with [REDACTED] Appropriate caution is suggested in any contacts with McCOY's family due to McCoy's death at the hands of FBI Agents in 1974.
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DB Cooper-21864
To: Criminal Investigative From: Seattle Re: SE 164A-81-DNA, 07/29/2004
Submit samples directly to the Laboratory, DNA 1, Attn:[REDACTED] [REDACTED] The EC and related FD-302 should be uploaded to SE 164A- 81-DNA.
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Set Lead 5: (Action)
SEATTLE
AT SHELTON, WA
Discreetly locate and obtain DNA samples from [REDACTED] [REDACTED] Shelton, Washington, as outlined above. Other than FD-302 regarding the DNA retrieval, no other interview is needed. Submit DNA directly to the Laboratory, DNA 1, Attn[REDACTED] The EC and related FD-302 should be uploaded to SE 164A-81-DNA.
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ARMED AND DANGEROUS
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DB Cooper-21865
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Serials: SE 164-81, SE 164-81-386, SE 164-81-DNA
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