MemoTo SAC Seattle re NORJAK suspect Robert Harbeson (Sub 670)13 February 1974page 3 of 3
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Part 116, page 355

DB Cooper-53433

Document date 13 February 1974

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FBI 164-81, Vault Part 116 p. 355 (DB Cooper-53433), Memo, dated 13 Feb 1974 — cooper.theunsolved.net/parts/Cooper-Part-116/pages/355

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SE #164-81

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Mrs. HARBESON advised that all during this story ROBERT laughed and gave the impression that it was simply a story.

MARGARET HARBESON advised that ROBERT HARBESON was formerly in the Air Force and was a pilot during World War II; however, she advised that she did not feel ROBERT HARBESON was in any mental or physical condition to perpetuate such a crime. MARGARET HARBESON advised that ROBERT was employed with the State Highway Department as an engineer in Olympia, Washington, until early 1971, when his physical condition got so poor that he had to quit his job. She advised she has not heard from ROBERT HARBESON in over one year and has no idea where he is. MARGARET HARBESON advised that contrary to what [REDACTED] [REDACTED] believes, she does not fear ROBERT HARBESON and knows that he would in no way attempt to harm her.

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MARGARET HARBESON viewed the photograph of ROBERT HARBESON and advised that it is a very good likeness of him and also viewed the composite of D. B. COOPER which she advised in no way resembles ROBERT HARBESON. MARGARET HARBESON provided the following description of ROBERT HARBESON:

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Race White Sex Male Nationality American Height 6'0" Weight 190# Remarks Has false teeth which he very seldom wears as they irritate his mouth Complexion Very ruddy Hair Brown, turning grey worn in crewcut, not receding Age 53 Build Heavy

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MARGARET HARBESON advised that ROBERT had a Washington driver's license when she last knew him.

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