</s>Indicate page, name of newspaper, city and state). I-A Los Angeles Times Los Angeles Times 6/6/68 Deter Editor: Home Author: Editor: Nick B. William Title: KANSALT Character: or Classifications: LA 56 Submitting Office: Los Angeles Being Investigated SC-1267-H2 SEARCHED INDEXED SEARCHER FILED JUNG 1968 FBI-LOS ANGELES. 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
The documents detail fragmented accounts of Robert F. Kennedy’s (RFK) assassination on June 5, 1968, in Los Angeles, including medical treatment at Good Samaritan Hospital, witness testimony from Juan Romero, and neurological assessments following a gunshot wound to the head. References include religious services for Ethel Kennedy at the hospital, unrelated administrative notes about document classifications, and media coverage disruptions due to live broadcasts. A 22-caliber Iver Johnson revolver was identified as the weapon used, linked to suspect Albert S. Johnson through serial number checks. Legislative discussions on gun control and security measures for political figures are noted, alongside public reactions from officials like mayors and governors. Media outlets such as KH-TV and KRD-Mutual reported live coverage of the event, with confusion over details including the shooter’s identity and Kennedy’s condition. The text also references Sirhan Sirhan as a suspect with ties to Palestinian political context under British mandate, though connections to RFK remain unclear. Funeral arrangements specified transport of RFK’s body from Los Angeles to Arlington National Cemetery via jet plane.  

Key People  
- Robert F. Kennedy (RFK): Assassinated in Los Angeles.  
- Ethel Kennedy: Wife of RFK; present during medical crisis.  
- Juan Romero: Hotel busboy who assisted RFK post-assassination.  
- Dr. Maxwell: Neurosurgeon involved in RFK’s treatment.  
- Dr. Henry P. D.A.: U.S.C. physician associated with RFK’s care.  
- Rev. Thomas K. Peacha: Priest administering last rites.  
- Sirhan Sirhan: Suspect described as originating from the Holy Land with ties to Palestinian political context.  
- Albert S. Johnson: Identified as shooter linked to 22-caliber revolver.  
- Donald Goodenow: Editor/author of documents.  
- Roy Wilkins: Civil rights leader commenting on racial tensions.  
- Mayor Carol: Spoke about societal issues post-assassination.  
- LBJ (Lyndon B. Johnson): Sent FBI agents for candidate protection.  
- Frank J. Kelley: General expressed concern over violence.  
- Richard J. Hughes: New Jersey governor condemned violence.  

Key Locations  
- Good Samaritan Hospital (Los Angeles, Calif.): Site of RFK’s medical treatment and religious services.  
- Los Angeles Times office: Mentioned in context of media coverage.  
- Immaculate Conception Church: Reference to religious services for Ethel Kennedy.  
- Rampart Police Station: Associated with witness accounts.  
- Henderson County Jail, Los Angeles, Calif.: Linked to firearm smuggling attempt.  
- Arlington National Cemetery, Washington D.C.: Specified as funeral destination.  
- Jerusalem/Jericho: Contextual references to Sirhan Sirhan’s origins.  
- San Francisco: Implied through RFK’s campaign activities.  
- London: Mentioned in unrelated Kennedy family context.  

Key Events  
- RFK’s assassination by gunshot on June 5, 1968, in Los Angeles.  
- Transport to Good Samaritan Hospital for medical treatment, including surgery and neurological assessments.  
- Administration of last rites by Rev. Thomas K. Peacha.  
- Witness accounts from Juan Romero and media coverage disruptions via KH-TV and KRD-Mutual radio stations.  
- Identification of 22-caliber Iver Johnson revolver used in the shooting, linked to Albert S. Johnson.  
- Funeral arrangements specifying transport of RFK’s body to Arlington National Cemetery.  
- Legislative discussions on gun control and security measures post-assassination.  
- References to Sirhan Sirhan as a suspect with ties to Palestinian political context under British mandate.  
- "Polka Dot Girl Puzzle" involving three women and sheriff shooting incident (unclear connection to RFK).  
- Anecdotal mentions of RFK sensing personal danger and Russian roulette metaphors.  
- Public reactions, including condolences from mayors, governors, and civil rights leaders.  

Key Organizations  
- Los Angeles Times: Newspaper associated with media coverage.  
- FBI-LOS ANGELES: Investigative agency involved in weapon analysis and security measures.  
- Good Samaritan Hospital: Medical facility providing treatment for RFK.  
- Catholic Church: Administered religious services for Ethel Kennedy.  
- FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation): Involved in weapon investigation and post-assassination security actions.  
- Secret Service: Implied through references to protection of political figures.  
- Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department: Mentioned in context of sheriff shooting incident.  
- U.S. Congress: Discussed legislative actions related to gun control and security funding.  
- National Cemetery Administration: Managed logistics for RFK’s funeral transport to Arlington National Cemetery.

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