</s>Davis, Dec. ., R.L. Mustang SA Langsfield Atlanta April 11, 1968 approx. 2 p.m. Davis (Auto IV - 8 Theft Squad, Atlanta) received a radio message to meet someone at Connally St and Memorial Drive. These met Kenneth Jones and Iloe Powell, local ministers, who stated that a female named Lorence reported white mustang with Alabama license was parked in Capitol Home Parking lot since previous Friday. Proceeded to lot found 1966 Ford Mustang, tow-door, white, with 1968 Alabama license 1-38993, backed into parking square. Observed 1967 Alabama license 1A-88354 lying on deck above rear seat. Car was locked. Davis unlocked left front door and determined vehicle Identification 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary:  
The documents detail an investigation into a white 1966 Ford Mustang (VIN 6707C190647) found in Capitol Homes Parking Lot, Atlanta, on April 11, 1968. The vehicle had Alabama license plates (1-38993 and 1A-88354) and was linked to Eric Starvo Galt through ownership records. Law enforcement officers, including Davis, McCravy, and others, tracked the car's history, noting its sale from Melvin E. Harvey to William D. Paisley in December 1966, then to Galt on August 30, 1967. A key witness, Mrs. Payne, reported seeing a similar white Mustang with Alabama license plates near Capitol Homes on April 5, 1968. The car was later examined by FBI agents, and evidence (including a small metal key) was collected. The documents also include details about Galt's driver’s license (issued to him in September 1967) and registration transfers tied to the vehicle.  

Key People:  
- **Davis** (Atlanta Police Department, Auto IV - 8 Theft Squad): Led initial discovery of the Mustang at Capitol Homes Parking Lot.  
- **Eric Starvo Galt**: Purchased the Mustang from William D. Paisley in August 1967; linked to the vehicle through ownership records and license plate information.  
- **William D. Paisley**: Sold the Mustang to Galt; provided a bill of sale dated August 30, 1967.  
- **Melvin E. Harvey**: Former salesman at Maring Crawford Ford Co.; sold the Mustang as a demonstrator to Paisley in March 1966.  
- **Mrs. Payne (Earnest)**: Reported seeing a white Mustang with Alabama license plates near Capitol Homes on April 5, 1968.  

Key Locations:  
- **Capitol Homes Parking Lot, Atlanta**: Site where the Mustang was found on April 11, 1968.  
- **Birmingham, Alabama**: Linked to Galt’s address (2608 Highland Ave.) and vehicle registration records.  
- **Montgomery, Alabama**: Home of the Alabama State Police and Department of Revenue, involved in license plate and title verification.  

Key Events:  
- **April 11, 1968**: Discovery of the Mustang at Capitol Homes Parking Lot by Davis and other officers; key evidence (key, license plates) collected.  
- **August 30, 1967**: Transfer of ownership from William D. Paisley to Eric Starvo Galt; bill of sale recorded.  
- **April 5, 1968**: Mrs. Payne’s sighting of a white Mustang with Alabama license plates near Capitol Homes.  
- **Vehicle Examination**: FBI agents (e.g., Miller, Simpson) collected evidence from the car on April 12, 1968, including soil samples and other items.  

Key Organizations:  
- **Atlanta Police Department (Auto IV - 8 Theft Squad)**: Conducted initial investigation and vehicle recovery.  
- **Alabama State Police**: Provided information linking the Mustang to Eric Starvo Galt.  
- **Department of Revenue, State of Alabama**: Managed license plate and title records for the vehicle.  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Collected evidence from the car, including soil samples and a small metal key.

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