</s>LA 56-156 the settlement, and about two weeks prior to the shooting, STIRHAN had come into the auto parts store to buy items for his car. At this time, he had a large roll of bills, including some hundred dollar bills. GARCIA stated SIRHIAN liked to bet on horse races, but stated that that time he had lost too much money, but was no longer betting on races. GARCIA volunteered the opinion there was no conspiracy on the part of STIRHANI and anyone else, since the whole shooting seemed so poorly planned. He stated he was sure conspirators would so chosen a gun of a larger caliber, and would have tried to arrange a better location and better escape route. Because of the apparent lack of planning, of STIRHAW believed to be a part of of STRIHAN believed that STIRHAM went to the reception with the gun, and conceived his plan on the spur of the moment. GARCINA stated that were it not for STIRIAN's apparent action, he would still consider him a good, close friend, whom he respected and admired. GARCIIA stated he was puzzled by STIRIHAN's action, as he had neverknown him to violate other laws of any kind. - 556 - 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

The documents contain FBI interview records and investigative notes from June 1968 related to Sirhan Bishara Sirhan, the assassin of Senator Robert F. Kennedy (RFK). Interviews focused on Sirhan’s background, associations, financial activities, and potential connections to Arab-Israeli politics. Witnesses described Sirhan as socially isolated, with no known political affiliations, though some noted his interest in Arab nationalism or opposition to U.S. support for Israel. Financial details included claims of large cash purchases for his car and betting on horse races at Shap’s Bar in Pasadena, California. One witness suggested the shooting was poorly planned with no evidence of conspiracy, while others mentioned a heated argument between Sirhan and friends at Denny’s Restaurant shortly before the assassination. The FBI interviewed individuals in Pasadena, including students, bar managers, and military personnel linked to Sirhan through campus interactions or social circles.  

Key People  
- **Sirhan Bishara Sirhan**: Suspect in RFK’s assassination; described as socially reserved, with financial ties to horse racing and potential connections to Jordanian associates.  
- **George Beilicke**: Reported meeting Sirhan at Shap’s Cocktail Bar and Denny’s Coffee Shop in 1966–1968; noted a financial dispute with Paul Khoury.  
- **Paul Khoury**: Friend of Sirhan, mentioned in connection to a $75 debt dispute with Beilicke.  
- **Abdul Dabbas**: Part-time Arabic teacher at Pasadena City College; linked to Sirhan through academic connections and correspondence with Margaret Pomeroy.  
- **Margaret Pomeroy**: Lomita, California resident who rented a cottage to Dabbas in 1960 and corresponded with him until late 1967.  
- **Robert G. Comfort**: Bar manager and publisher of "Small Comfort"; provided details about Sirhan’s campus activities and views.  
- **Allen Yack**: Witness noting Sirhan’s quiet demeanor and lack of known political beliefs.  
- **Bruce Edward Fulton** and **Hudson Roland Molloy**: Military personnel with connections to Sirhan via Pasadena City College.  
- **Donald Boyko**: Individual associated with a phone number linked to Sirhan’s contacts.  

Key Locations  
- **Pasadena, California**: Central location for interviews and Sirhan’s alleged activities, including Shap’s Bar, Denny’s Restaurant, and Pasadena City College.  
- **Altadena, California**: Address associated with Mrs. Eleanor Johnson and Margaret Pomeroy’s cottage rented to Abdul Dabbas.  
- **Fort Benning, Georgia**: Mentioned in context of military personnel (e.g., Richard A. Hutton).  
- **Cairo, Egypt**: Site of Abdul Dabbas’ education at the Egyptian College of Journalism (1954–1955).  
- **Aman, Jordan**: Post Office box used by Abdul Dabbas for correspondence.  

Key Events  
- FBI interviews conducted between June 7–10, 1968, focusing on Sirhan’s background, associations, and potential involvement in the RFK assassination.  
- Investigation into Sirhan’s financial activities (e.g., large cash purchases) and political views (e.g., Arab nationalism, opposition to Israel).  
- Examination of Sirhan’s campus interactions at Pasadena City College, including coffee group discussions and academic ties to Abdul Dabbas.  
- Inquiry into a phone number (SY 8-2719) linked to potential contacts or associates of Sirhan.  
- Report of a heated argument between Sirhan and friends at Denny’s Restaurant shortly before the assassination.  
- Financial dispute between George Beilicke and Paul Khoury, with Khoury allegedly becoming belligerent when attempting to collect $75.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted interviews and investigations into Sirhan’s activities.  
- **Pasadena City College**: Central institution for academic connections involving Sirhan and Abdul Dabbas.  
- **California State College at Los Angeles**: Provided student records on Abdul Majid Abdullah Dabbas.  
- **University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA)**: Maintained academic records, including Dabbas’ teaching history and diploma mailing details.  
- **Tri-Community Adult School**: Listed as one of Dabbas’ teaching institutions.

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