</s>RAMPART DETECTIVE DIVISION I-85 INTERVIEWS - JUNE 8, 1968 KENNEDY SHOOTING DR 68 521 466 REINKE, Donald 3:30 P.M. Kilpatrick #11137 1843 Cherokee, Los Angeles PH: 387 7011 FARRAR, Gaill 4159, La Rica, Baldwin Park Ph: Bd 23311 I.D. of Wm. P. Crossen as leaving floor plan of Ambassador hotel. William F. Crossan (LA 8999 445-C) was arrested on 6-6 at L.A. International Airport for 647F P.C. At the time of this arrest, he had in his possession numerous papers (Item 52 Prop. Rpt. 1) similar to a floor plan (Item 28 Prop. (Rpt.) of the Ambassador Hotel which was turned in to the Police Department by employees of the Ambassador Hotel (Bkd to John Doe # 6-65-68 1:30 a.m ., ). Photos of W.M ., Crossen were taken to witnesses (Reinke, Donald and Pararr, Gail) and both identified Crossenas as the man who -had left the floor plan. They stated they had observed Crossen in the hotel 6-4-68 between noon and 5 p.m. He (Crossen) wondered about the hotel stopping at the desk several times and stated the security of the hotel was very poor. He stated someone could hide behind the cameras and that they (?) better be careful. Miss Farrar states (Crossen). gave her the impression that he knew something was going to happen. He Crossen) asked for a floorplan of the hotel and after being refused proceeded to make his own which he gave to the desk man (Reineke) before he left. Both witnesses (Rinkeke) (Retinke) state he (Crosser) made no threats and seemed very concerned over security. They describe Crossen and M/C, 40, unkempt, wearing a baggy light gray suit. Frick 2025 RELEASE UNDEEDO. 14176

Summary  
The documents detail law enforcement interviews conducted between June 8–16, 1968, regarding William P. Crossen’s possession of a floor plan of the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. Crossen was arrested for drug possession and had previously been identified as leaving the hotel on June 4, 1968. Witnesses Donald Reinke and Gaill Farrar described Crossen as unkempt, expressing concerns about hotel security and poor safety measures. Crossen allegedly attempted to obtain a floor plan from staff but no threats were reported. On June 16, 1968, further interviews confirmed his presence at the hotel and interactions with staff. Gary W. Dotterman, an RFK advance staff member present on April 4, 1968, described witnessing a man stagger into the Ambassador Hotel after Kennedy’s speech, yelling “I’ve been shot,” and later observing Sirhan Bishara (Sirhan) being taken to a police car following the assassination. Dotterman noted Sirhan’s disheveled appearance and agitation. Additional interviews with Richard Crow and others referenced individuals associated with RFK’s campaign or hotel security, including Robert Dumont, Chuck/Clark Thair, Walter Crowe (son of Margaret Crowe), and Mrs. Crowe’s details about Sirhan’s family background. Mrs. Crowe described Sirhan’s mother, Mary Sirhan, as anti-Semitic and noted a family history of leukemia in Sirhan’s sister. A separate incident involved Mrs. Robinson instructing Crowe to avoid playing Israeli music due to personal sensitivities.  

The second document includes transcripts from July 1968 interviews regarding Walter Crowe’s son, Sirhan Nakamura, who was associated with political discussions and social groups. Sirhan attended an Arabic class at Pasadena City College (PCC) with Walter Crowe’s son, Walter, and other students. Interviewees discussed Sirhan’s potential communist beliefs, academic performance, and interactions with peers. References were made to Sirhan’s sensitivity about his name, his relationship with Walter, and social dynamics at Muir High School. The document also mentions Sirhan’s connection to a scholarship for the University of Beirut and participation in Arab student organizations. Law enforcement noted Sirhan’s lack of direct political involvement but acknowledged exposure to leftist ideas through academic and social circles. Administrative forms, declassification markings (e.g., “RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176”), and fragmented dialogue about the investigation into Sirhan’s activities are included.  

The third document contains a polygraph interview transcript with Walter Crowe regarding his interactions with Sirhan Nakamura. Crowe recalled meeting Sirhan in elementary school and later at PCC, where they shared a history class. He noted Sirhan’s academic performance declined after attending PCC but did not confirm the source of this information. Crowe mentioned a phone call to Sirhan inviting him for a date, leading to a meeting at Bob’s Drive-In in Pasadena with three others. The interview includes discussion about polygraph procedures, including control tests and questions about Crowe’s personal life, such as age, residence, and family. No direct mention of RFK or the assassination is made.  

Key People  
- William P. Crossen (arrested for possession of a hotel floor plan)  
- Donald Reinke, Gaill Farrar (witnesses identifying Crossen)  
- Gary W. Dotterman (RFK advance staff member present at the Ambassador Hotel)  
- Sirhan Bishara (assassin of RFK; described by witnesses as disheveled and agitated)  
- Walter Crowe (father of Sirhan Nakamura)  
- Margaret Crowe (Walter Crowe’s wife, provided details about Sirhan’s family background)  
- Mary Sirhan (Sirhan’s mother, described as anti-Semitic)  
- Mrs. Robinson (instructed Crowe to avoid Israeli music)  
- Walter (Walter Crowe’s son, associated with Sirhan Nakamura)  
- Officer Purmer, Sgt. Alexander, Mr. DeBonis/DeBarris, Tom Good (interviewees and witnesses)  

Key Locations  
- Ambassador Hotel, Los Angeles (site of RFK’s speech and assassination)  
- Pasadena City College (PCC)  
- University of Beirut  
- Muir High School  
- Longfellow School, Elliott Junior High (schools attended by Sirhan Nakamura)  
- Bob’s Drive-In, Pasadena (meeting location between Walter Crowe and Sirhan Nakamura)  

Key Events  
- William P. Crossen’s arrest for possession of a hotel floor plan on June 6, 1968  
- RFK’s speech at the Ambassador Hotel on April 4, 1968, followed by his assassination  
- Witness accounts of Sirhan Bishara’s behavior and appearance after the shooting  
- Walter Crowe’s interactions with Sirhan Nakamura, including academic and social connections  
- Investigation into Sirhan Nakamura’s potential political affiliations and social dynamics at Muir High School  
- Polygraph interview with Walter Crowe regarding his relationship with Sirhan Nakamura  

Key Organizations  
- Rampart Detective Division (conducted interviews)  
- Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)  
- Pasadena City College (PCC)  
- University of Beirut

RFK Declassified Files

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