Part 73, page 319

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SE 164-81

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He advised that in November 1971, approximately 3 weeks before the hijacking, his friend stopped by the house. The friend indicated that a big deal had been set up two weeks prior, but was cancelled because of bad weather. He said there were three individuals involved and they needed one more. He indicated that one partner had backed out of the deal, and they needed a replacement. The friend indicated the group would make $200,000 and that this would be the biggest deal ever pulled in the northwest. As he left, he said, "You will read about this in all of the papers." He gave no details and never mentioned airplanes or hijacking. He stayed at the home approximately 1 1/2 hours, but said nothing specific about the type of job he had planned. On a previous contact the friend asked WEINZ if he would ever consider a job outside the law. WEINZ told him that he needed work and would consider anything. WEINZ further stated that there was a second man waiting for his friend in the car. He did not get a good look at him, but assumed he would be the man known as "D.B. Cooper". His friend is a large man, and in no way, fits the description of the hijacker.

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Mr. WEINZ again stated that he would furnish no other information and would furnish no names, unless he is insured of at least $50,000. He said that the more he thinks it over, the more he thinks the information is worth at least $100,000.

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WEINZ is a white male, American, born May 24, 1911, 6'2", 210 pounds, gray hair, blue eyes.

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On May 11, 1972, this matter was discussed with Sheriff JOHN BOYINGTON, Skagit County Sheriff's Office, Mount Vernon, Washington. BOYINGTON advised that he has known WEINZ for many years and served with the sheriff's office at the same time as WEINZ. He indicated that WEINZ was in the pinball machine business for several years before the state clamped down on the business. He has many contacts out- side the law and has the ability to obtain information about crimes. In most instances, his information is fairly accurate. BOYINGTON stated that WEINZ is in desperate need of money and would furnish information if even a small amount were offered to him. He also stated that WEINZ drinks too much at times and tends to become loud and boasts. He can be a very dangerous man at most times and is very strong.

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No further investigation being conducted, unless requested by case agent.

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DB Cooper-31676