</s>1310 West Sixth Street Los Angeles, California 90017 June 17, 1968 Mr. Guy H. Spaman Special Agent in Charge U. S. Secret Service U.S. Secret Department P: 0. Box 567 Los Angeles. California 90053 Attention: Special Agent Tony Sherman Dear Sir: This will confirm a conversation held on June 17. 1968, between Special Vincent J. Horn, Jr ., of our office and Special Agent Tony Sherman of your office concerning a letter written to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Washington, D. C ., by one Maurice L. L. Investigator, Washington. D.C ., for your copy of Grotona's letter is enclosed letter he information, and you will note that in his letter he is an individual, by the name of Thomas, not further described who, he states, men- tioned on several occasions that he would kill Robert Kennedy if he became President. This information is being furnished your office for whatever action is deemed appropriate. No investigation in this matter is being conducted by the Los Angeles Office of the FBI. Very truly yours, WESTLEY G. GRAPPO Special Agent In Charge Enclosure - 1 SEARCHED 1 - Addressee. INDEXED 1 - Los Angeles (56-156) SURIALIZED. (2) Filed 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 1476 50-156-731

Summary  
The documents contain fragmented and partially illegible records from federal agencies regarding investigations into potential threats against Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) following his assassination on June 5, 1968. Key elements include a report about an individual named FAHEY meeting a woman identified as GILDERDINE OPENHEIMER at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles on June 4, 1968. The woman claimed to have been involved in discussions about harming Senator Kennedy during a political rally. FAHEY provided a description of her and stated she had recently arrived from Beirut, Cairo, and Israel. The FBI noted inconsistencies in her account and failed to verify her claims. Additionally, the text references an investigation into Mike Abbas, who allegedly had ties to Middle Eastern groups and claimed to have contacts with influential Americans. Another segment details inquiries into Jack F. Harrison, a man linked to a fabricated address and alleged mental instability, as part of broader efforts to trace potential conspirators. The documents also include administrative notes about FBI procedures, case numbers (e.g., 56-156), and references to passport checks and employment verification.  

Key People  
- FAHEY (described as a security sergeant with Shield Security)  
- GILDERDINE OPENHEIMER (woman allegedly involved in discussions about harming Senator Kennedy)  
- Mike Abbas (alleged Middle Eastern contact with ties to USC Mechanical Engineering)  
- Jack F. Harrison (linked to fabricated address and mental health concerns)  
- Clarence L. Halcor (individual who corresponded with the FBI)  
- Wesley D. Grapp (Special Agent in Charge, Los Angeles FBI office)  

Key Locations  
- Ambassador Hotel, Los Angeles, California  
- San Sabrid Valley Sun Club, High Canyon Rd., Quarte  
- Compre Corfe, 1600, 1700, and 1724 South Mountain Ave., Decarte, Calif.  
- Washington, D.C. (passport records check)  
- Bethesda, Maryland (Hot Shoppes, Inc.)  

Key Events  
- FAHEY’s meeting with GILDERDINE OPENHEIMER at the Ambassador Hotel on June 4, 1968  
- Alleged discussion about harming Senator Kennedy during a political rally at the Ambassador Hotel  
- FBI verification of FAHEY’s employment history and passport records for GILDERDINE OPENHEIMER  
- Investigation into Mike Abbas’ alleged connections to Middle Eastern groups and USC contacts  
- Inquiry into Jack F. Harrison’s mental health and fabricated address claims  

Key Organizations  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)  
- Shield Security (FAHEY’s employer)  
- Bank of America, Schick Razor Company, Hot Shoppes, Inc., Fields Jewelers (employment verification targets)  
- U.S. Department of State (passport records check)

RFK Declassified Files

56-la-156_sec_003_ser_501-750-part_9_of_9.pdf

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