Recently released FBI files have brought renewed attention to the DB Cooper hijacking, a case that has captivated the public since 1971. Using the name Dan Cooper, the hijacker threatened to blow up a plane unless he received a large ransom and parachutes. After securing the money and releasing the passengers, he disappeared by parachuting from the aircraft, leaving behind a trail of questions.
The new documents reveal the FBI’s extensive investigation, which included following up on hundreds of tips. Some leads, such as the claim that Cooper was a man in a wheelchair, were quickly ruled out. Others involved suspects with backgrounds in aviation or parachuting, but none could be conclusively tied to the hijacking.
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The files also detail the case of Donald Sylvester Murphy, who tried to impersonate Cooper in a failed extortion attempt, leading to his arrest. Despite these efforts, the true identity of DB Cooper remains elusive, and the case continues to intrigue and mystify both investigators and the public.
