</s>UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JICE. FEDERAL BURRAU OF INVESTIGATION In Nepi, Please Refer to Atlanta, Georgia March 11, 1969 ANONYMOUS ACCUSATION ALLEGING. PARTICIPATION OF RAYMOND POLACCO IN ASSASSINATION OF HARTY LUTHER KING, JR. On March 7, 1969, Iike. Jim. Franklin, City Dost. "The Atlanta Constitution, Rovspaper, Atlanta, Georgia, Furnishad a lotter, continued in an envelope, postmarked Amrillo, Texas, March 2, 1969. The lotter which was typewritten and unissued, estates as follows: "March 1, 1969 "The Constitution Atlanta Novempors, Inc. 10 Foreyte St ., W. Atlanta, Georgina 30300 "To Whon it may concern? "If an whom this is some information that you would appreciate. I have been keeping up with what you publicish about the Martin Luther King Jr. or one of the Toy pay-off men in a Cuban, 27 years of age, his name is Raymond Polacco And uses telephone. concealed his pay-offs-off at 4550 Ridgeway and C A little red headed girl at the Confederate Courts eddness. This little red-haired girl is Dabble Mackuman, "They make a lot of trips-together." Nov Orleans, MA! SEARCHED 5- Burean This document contains neither recommendations now con- 5- Hombreations of the M.V. It is the property of the C.A.T. C.I.A- (10) M.Y. 29 1969 FRI-MOBILE 157-2627-649 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary  
This document contains an anonymous accusation alleging Raymond Polacco’s involvement in the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. The accuser, identified as a resident of New Orleans, claims Polacco, described as a Cuban national approximately 27 years old, was involved in pay-offs related to King’s activities. The accuser references a typewritten letter postmarked Amrillo, Texas, dated March 2, 1969, and mentions a "little red-headed girl" named Dabble Mackuman who allegedly accompanied Polacco on trips to New Orleans. The document includes conflicting information about addresses in Atlanta, including 4550 Ridgeway Drive (noted as non-existent in the current city directory) and references to individuals such as Deborah Blackman, Judy Griffin, and Joe Griffin. It also mentions phone calls between Polacco and neighbors, alleged visits to apartments, and claims about Polacco’s marital status and ethnicity (half Italian/Spanish). The text includes fragmented details about Polacco’s employment, his separation from his wife, and custody disputes involving Judy Griffin.  

Key People  
- Raymond Polacco: Accused of involvement in King’s assassination; described as a Cuban national, 27 years old, with olive complexion, black hair, and medium build.  
- Deborah Blackman: Witness who allegedly met Polacco at a high school in Atlanta; provided details about his appearance and background.  
- Judy Griffin: Sister of Deborah Blackman; involved in custody disputes over children with Joe Griffin.  
- Joe Griffin: Husband of Judy Griffin; alleged to be attempting to obtain custody of their children.  
- Dabble Mackuman: Described as a "little red-headed girl" who allegedly accompanied Polacco on trips to New Orleans.  

Key Locations  
- Atlanta, Georgia: Mentioned as the location of high schools, addresses (e.g., 4550 Ridgeway Drive), and apartments associated with Polacco and Blackman.  
- New Orleans, Louisiana: Site of alleged trips by Polacco and Dabble Mackuman; referenced in phone calls and neighbor interactions.  
- Amrillo, Texas: Postmark location for the anonymous letter dated March 2, 1969.  

Key Events  
- Alleged pay-offs involving Polacco and King’s associates; described as occurring in Atlanta.  
- Trips by Polacco and Dabble Mackuman to New Orleans (December 1968 and February 1969).  
- Phone calls between Polacco and neighbors, including the Galley family.  
- Claims about Polacco’s separation from his wife and subsequent reconciliation.  
- Custody disputes involving Judy Griffin and Joe Griffin over their children.  

Key Organizations  
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): Mentioned as the recipient of the anonymous accusation.  
- Atlanta City Directory: Referenced for verifying addresses, including the non-existence of 4550 Ridgeway Drive.

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