D.B. (Dan) Cooper
D.B. Cooper is known for hijacking a plane and parachuting with $200,000 ransom, a case that remains unsolved.
Criminal
D.B. Cooper, also known as Dan Cooper, remains one of the most notorious and enigmatic criminals in American history. Despite extensive investigations and numerous theories, his true identity and ultimate fate remain shrouded in mystery.
On November 24, 1971, Cooper hijacked a Boeing 727 aircraft en route from Portland, Oregon, to Seattle, Washington. Armed with a bomb, he demanded $200,000 in ransom and four parachutes. After releasing the passengers and most of the crew in Seattle, Cooper instructed the pilots to fly to Mexico City. During the flight, he parachuted from the plane somewhere over southwestern Washington state, vanishing into thin air.
Despite a massive FBI investigation and a $1 million reward, Cooper’s true identity has never been definitively established. Over the years, numerous suspects have been investigated, but none have been conclusively linked to the crime. The FBI continues to receive tips and leads, but the case remains unsolved.
Cooper’s hijacking has captured the public’s imagination and spawned countless books, articles, documentaries, and even a Hollywood movie. His story continues to fascinate and intrigue people around the world, solidifying his place as one of the most enduring mysteries in criminal history.
