</s>Map of Crime Lorraine Motel-Memphis Scene (FBI) RH-Memphis I-4 Plan view diagram of crime scene show- ing Motel, and addresses on S. Main Street, and the path of shot. 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14176

Summary:  
The document contains records from the FBI's investigation into the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis on April 4, 1968. It includes descriptions of physical evidence collected from the crime scene, such as a map of the motel and surrounding area, items found in Room 5B (e.g., towels, grassy material, pillows, straps), and a window sill board. Evidence handling details are noted, including dates of collection, individuals involved (e.g., SA Johnson, Capt. Carmi, SA Sloan), and transfer to laboratories. Witness statements from motel residents and staff describe events on the night of the assassination, including hearing gunshots, foot traffic, and the aftermath. References to financial transactions involving Mrs. Brewer and $20 bills with serial numbers are included, though specific numbers are redacted. The document also lists individuals associated with the motel, such as Walter Bailey (motel owner), and details about room assignments and movements of guests on April 4, 1968.  

Key People:  
- SA Johnson, Capt. Carmi, SA Sloan (FBI agents involved in evidence collection)  
- Mrs. Brewer (individual who provided $20 bills to FBI)  
- Willard (possibly source of $20 bills given to Mrs. Brewer)  
- Mrs. Stephens, Commodore Stewart, Thompson, Vance, Williams, Wilson, Zucco (motel residents and staff with accounts of events on April 4, 1968)  
- Rev. Ralph Abernathy, Rev. James Bevel, Walter Bailey (individuals associated with MLK's activities at the motel)  

Key Locations:  
- Lorraine Motel, Memphis (crime scene; Room 5B and surrounding areas)  
- S. Main Street (addresses referenced in crime scene map)  

Key Events:  
- Collection and analysis of physical evidence from Room 5B (April 4, 1968)  
- Witness accounts of gunshots, foot traffic, and the aftermath of MLK's assassination  
- Handling of $20 bills provided by Mrs. Brewer to FBI  
- Documentation of motel residents' movements and statements regarding the night of the assassination  

Key Organizations:  
- FBI (investigation and evidence handling)  
- Local police departments (e.g., Memphis Police Department, SA Bauer, Darlington)  
- Lorraine Motel management (Walter Bailey)

MLK Declassified Files

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