</s>62- HQ-587 SEC. 40 A15 1107-1124 SERIALS 1107-11224 62-HO-557-49 X M OR ADDED URE FBI - CENTRAL RECORDS CENTER HQ-HEADQUARTERS Class/Case # Sub Vol. Serial # RECUSTED BY SAR! -TED BY 0062 587 40 1107 1124 COPIED FOR 5/11/631522 JUL-6 1979 5/116/6315222 RRPW04PEG TRANSTIGATION Transfer-Call 3421 USE CARE IN HANDLING THIS FILE 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
The document contains FBI records dated February 14, 1969, regarding William D. Searron, who allegedly made threats against multiple public figures including President Richard M. Nixon, Senator Edward Kennedy, Congressman Del Clausen, former Senator Robert F. Kennedy, and Governor Ronald Reagan. Searron was interviewed by FBI agents in Paramount, California, on February 7, 1969. During the interview, Searron claimed he had a "gift from God" to foresee future events and stated he knew Bobby Kennedy (Robert F. Kennedy) would be killed before the assassination occurred. He also alleged that Senator Edward Kennedy believed him to be a communist, leading to an investigation that resulted in his job loss at Ford Motor Company. Searron further claimed he attempted to warn Kennedy of the impending attack but was unsuccessful. The document notes Searron’s military service as a U.S. Army World War II veteran with a 30% disability and details his personal information, including birthdate (September 26, 1923), residence in Paramount, California, and physical description. It also references ongoing FBI investigations into threats against public officials and mentions the handling of firearms used in the RFK assassination, linking to Sirhan Sirhan’s trial at the Ambassador Hotel.  

The document contains an FBI report dated February 11, 1969, referencing Oliver Bridgley Owen (also known as Jerry Owen), a former Special Agent William Turner, and George Davis, a San Francisco attorney. The report notes that Owen, who had previously interacted with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) regarding the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy, provided information to the LAPD in 1968. However, the LAPD found no credible value in his claims. The document includes a transcription of a tape-recorded interview conducted by Turner on July 2, 1968, where Owen described interactions with two men during a drive through Los Angeles on June 3, 1968. The conversation included references to a potential connection to the RFK assassination, though details remain unclear. The report also mentions Davis’s legal history, including a 1950 trial for obtaining false birth certificates for Chinese aliens, where he was acquitted.  

The text contains a fragmented account of an interview with Oliver Brindley Owen (also known as Jerry Owen), detailing his interactions with law enforcement officials, threats received, and discussions about individuals linked to the RFK assassination investigation. Owen describes being contacted by an official who asked him to identify individuals in photographs related to the case. He mentions receiving two threats, one involving a phone call and another written communication, which he attributes to potential involvement in the investigation. Owen also references Sirhan Sirhan, stating that he was shown photographs of the suspect and confirmed his identification. The interview includes details about meetings with law enforcement officers such as L.I. Sandlin and George T. Davis, as well as travel plans and encounters in Phoenix, Palo Alto, and Oakland. Owen claims to have been followed or monitored by unknown individuals and describes a car that nearly struck him, suggesting surveillance. The text also contains vague references to other individuals and events unrelated to the RFK case, including personal anecdotes and discussions about unrelated affiliations.  

The text contains a transcript of an interview with Oliver Brindley Owen, also known as Jerry Owen, detailing his interactions with individuals seeking to meet him at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles. Owen describes being approached twice on Tuesday night to meet at 11 o'clock on Catalina Street, where he was allegedly offered $100 to deliver a horse and provide a receipt for the payment. The individuals included a well-dressed man described as non-American (possibly from Jordan, India, or Mexico), a "little fellow," and another person. Owen recounts being pressured to attend the meeting despite having a prior engagement in Oxnard, which he canceled after receiving the $100. He mentions the well-dressed man's physical appearance, clothing (yellow turtleneck, pendant, chain), and accent, as well as his belief that the individuals were attempting to coerce him into participating in an unspecified activity involving the horse. The text includes fragmented dialogue and references to a prior conversation with "the little fellow" about financial arrangements.  

Key People  
- William D. Searron: Alleged threat-maker against Robert F. Kennedy and other officials; claimed to have foreseen his death.  
- Robert F. Kennedy (Bobby Kennedy): Former Senator assassinated in 1968; central figure in Searron’s alleged threats.  
- Edward Kennedy: Senator who allegedly investigated Searron for communist ties.  
- Sirhan Sirhan: Accused assassin of RFK, referenced in firearm trace and trial proceedings.  
- Del Clausen: Congressman targeted by Searron’s alleged threats.  
- Ronald Reagan: Governor of California mentioned as a target.  
- Oliver Bridgley Owen (Jerry Owen): Interviewee who claims to have been involved in interactions with law enforcement regarding the RFK assassination investigation.  
- William Turner: Former FBI Special Agent who conducted the interview with Owen.  
- George Davis: San Francisco attorney who represented Owen in the past.  
- L.I. Sandlin: Law enforcement officer mentioned in the context of the investigation, though details about his role are unclear.  
- George T. Davis: A contact of Owen’s who was involved in discussions about the case and provided information to law enforcement.  
- Ben Steele: A person with whom Owen traveled and discussed potential threats or surveillance.  
- The well-dressed man (described as non-American): Individual mentioned in Owen’s account of interactions at the Ambassador Hotel.  
- The "little fellow": Unnamed individual referenced in Owen’s description of encounters.  

Key Locations  
- Paramount, California: Site of Searron’s FBI interview.  
- Ambassador Hotel, Los Angeles: Location of RFK’s assassination and Sirhan Sirhan’s trial.  
- San Gabriel Gun Range: Linked to firearm trace for the assassination.  
- Fish Canyon Gun Range: Mentioned in connection to Sirhan Sirhan’s practice.  
- Los Angeles, California: Central location for the interview and LAPD involvement.  
- San Francisco, California: Where George Davis practiced law.  
- Oxnard, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana: Mentioned as locations related to horse transactions described by Owen.  
- University of Southern California (USC): Site of an encounter involving Burt Morris, a fight manager.  
- Phoenix, Arizona: Owen mentions traveling to this location after being instructed to leave for Phoenix.  
- Palo Alto: Site of a hotel (Hyatt House) where L.I. Sandlin was reportedly staying.  
- Oakland: Mentioned as a location where Owen met with law enforcement or discussed threats.  
- Telegraph Avenue: A street in Palo Alto where Owen stayed during his visit.  
- Catalina Street, Santa Catalina Avenue, Oxnard: Locations associated with Owen’s alleged meeting at the Ambassador Hotel.  

Key Events  
- February 7, 1969: FBI interview with William D. Searron regarding threats against public officials.  
- January 23, 1969: Searron’s visit to Congressman Del Clausen’s office seeking advice on clearing his conviction.  
- June 4, 1968: Sirhan Sirhan allegedly practiced firing at the Fish Canyon Gun Range.  
- June 5, 1968: Assassination of Robert F. Kennedy at the Ambassador Hotel.  
- February 19–20, 1969: Trial proceedings for Sirhan Sirhan, including testimony from witnesses and firearm trace investigations.  
- July 2, 1968 Interview: Tape-recorded conversation between Turner and Owen detailing interactions with two men in Los Angeles on June 3, 1968, potentially linked to the RFK assassination investigation.  
- LAPD Investigation: The LAPD reviewed information provided by Owen but found no credible value in his claims regarding the RFK case.  
- Davis’s 1950 Trial: Davis was acquitted of charges related to obtaining false birth certificates for Chinese aliens.  
- Identification of Sirhan Sirhan through photographs provided by law enforcement.  
- Receipt of two threats (phone call and written communication) attributed to potential involvement in the investigation.  
- Meetings with law enforcement officers, including L.I. Sandlin and George T. Davis, to discuss the case.  
- Claims of being followed or surveilled by unknown individuals, including a near-miss incident involving a car.  
- Travel between Phoenix, Oakland, and Palo Alto during the period of investigation.  
- Meetings at the Ambassador Hotel on Catalina Street, attempts to arrange a horse delivery, financial transactions involving $10, descriptions of individuals seeking Owen's cooperation, and discussions about a prior engagement in Oxnard.  

Key Organizations  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): Conducted interviews, threat assessments, and firearm trace investigations.  
- United States Secret Service: Involved in threat monitoring against public officials.  
- California Department of Justice: Assisted in tracing the firearm used in the assassination.  
- Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD): Handled custody of Sirhan Sirhan and provided testimony on firearm sales and evidence collection.  
- Law enforcement agencies (specific names not provided): Mentioned as entities involved in monitoring Owen and investigating threats.  
- Possibly local police departments: Referenced in discussions about contacting officials or verifying information.

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