</s>1/7-0-911 RICHA. 70.7. 7.2 65-3391-575 RICHARDSON, G. V. CAPATH 80-3-31,314 1/6/1 RICHARDSON, C. V ., Warden, Pederal Correctional Institution Bureau of Prisons Lompoc, California 89-86-61 12/61, RICHARDSON, G ., V. Complaintant nd 65-1-83/1 1-65 RICHADSON,G. V .. Warden Federal Correctional Institution Lompo, California Re: Richardson 1st. to SAC 1-6-65 99-1328-2 RICHANDSON, 87-2486K 1/5/5 RICHardsON,G ., G .. EN Robert R. Wright L7-1779* RICHARDISON, D. DEXTER 9-0 -0-81 May 51 RICHARDSSON, C ., DEXTER Victim 2-20-2792-2(1-2) 2-25 Jan.1950 RICHARSON,C. D. DEXTER 116-6336-6 10/57 RICHADSON, GA. A. F10-6. Calver, - Orange, Calif. 2025 RELEASE UNDER E.O. 14178

Summary  
The documents detail an FBI investigation into multiple individuals linked to activities surrounding the 1968 assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK). Key figures include George Richardson ("George Boy"), Eric Galt, and Jerome Vernon, with connections to Memphis, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. Richardson is referenced in a police report as potentially associated with MLK’s assassination via an informant’s claim, though no direct evidence is provided. Surveillance records describe Richardson’s appearance, movements, and alleged ties to Memphis locations. Eric Galt is linked to financial transactions, hotel stays, and interactions with a home laundry service operated by Jay Vernon. A 1968 Mustang tied to Galt was found with thermoseal laundry tapes. Jerome Vernon’s probation records highlight his criminal history, including burglary and forgery convictions. The FBI also tracked case numbers and procedures under Executive Order 14178 for information release. Additional documents reference inmate tips from Los Angeles County Jail, composite photographs of suspects, and a package transfer between Chicago and Los Angeles.  

Key People  
- **George Richardson** (AKA "George Boy"): White male with a "rat face" and dark hair, described as possibly connected to MLK’s assassination via an informant’s report.  
- **Eric Galt**: Subject of financial and surveillance investigations; linked to a 1968 Mustang (VIN GCTO7C 190647) and interactions with Jay Vernon’s laundry service.  
- **Jerome Vernon**: Probationer with burglary, grand theft auto, and reckless driving convictions; supervised by Frederick Ostendorp in Los Angeles.  
- **Jay Vernon**: Operated a home laundry service in Hollywood; provided details about Galt’s appearances and payment habits.  
- **Lorraine Norma Lernon (Bonnie Vern)**: Wife of Jay Vernon; reported separation from her husband and no knowledge of Galt.  
- **Gleept R. Aston**: Inmate in Los Angeles County Jail who claimed knowledge about MLK’s killer.  
- **William Lennard** (also referred to as GALT or LENNORD): Suspect described as white, 5'10"–5'11", with a ruddy complexion and alleged ties to Alabama.  
- **Alton Arson** (alias Hardrock): Inmate who provided details about Lennard’s activities and claimed knowledge of the MLK killer.  

Key Locations  
- **Los Angeles, California**: Central to FBI investigations involving Galt, Vernon, and surveillance; includes St. Francis Hotel, Hollywood Boulevard, and Serrano Avenue.  
- **Memphis, Tennessee**: Mentioned as Richardson’s possible residence and connection to MLK’s assassination.  
- **Atlanta, Georgia**: Linked to Galt’s movements and postal records.  
- **Chicago, Illinois**: Site of Galt’s camera equipment purchase from Superior Bulk Film Company; also referenced in package transfers between FBI offices.  
- **San Diego Zoo**: Mentioned in context of a suspect’s activities.  
- **Birmingham, Alabama**, and **Memphis, Tennessee**: Locations tied to suspects’ alleged connections.  

Key Events  
- **Surveillance of George Richardson**: Informant Ledon reported Richardson frequented Memphis locations, including a pool room near Woolf River.  
- **Vehicle Tracking**: A 1968 Mustang (VIN GCTO7C 190647) was linked to Galt and found with thermoseal laundry tapes.  
- **Probation Records for Jerome Vernon**: Detailed his criminal history, including arrests for burglary and reckless driving.  
- **Inmate Tips**: Gleept R. Aston provided information about MLK’s killer to Sergeant Harvey M. Chaney on April 13, 1968.  
- **Composite Photographs**: A *Los Angeles Times* image from January 12, 1968, was compared to suspects’ descriptions.  
- **Package Transfer**: A sealed envelope containing evidence or documents was sent via flight between Chicago O'Hare Field and Los Angeles.  

Key Organizations  
- **Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)**: Conducted surveillance, tracked vehicles, managed case files, and coordinated with local law enforcement.  
- **Los Angeles County Probation Department**: Supervised Jerome Vernon’s probation.  
- **Los Angeles County Jail**: Source of inmate tips and suspect descriptions; includes Tank 2900 at New County Jail.  
- **California Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation**: Provided records on arrests and convictions.  
- **Memphis Police Department**: Mentioned in context of Richardson’s alleged activities.

MLK Declassified Files

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