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As previously stated, each SAC was held persmally responsible for an expedited and thorough review. Based on our review of the files, the task force is satisfied that the FBI did a credible and thorough job in attempting to identify any possible conspiracy ox persons who could have been involved in the mirder. In each of the allegations received, the Bureau immediately interviewed the person who was the source of the allegation where this was possible (i.e. where the source was not anonymous). In situations where the couplaint was not an obvious hoax the Bureau then attempted immediately to identify the alleged participants and interview then. Where there was not a satisfactory explanation to dispel the allegation concerning such matters as whereabouts or associations, the Bureau then would check further. This does not mean that every allegation was pursued te the ultimate degree. Judgment based on experience dictated many of the decisions. These judgments were also tempered by a critical factor. Within fifteen days after the mrmrder, the FB was convinced that Galt and Ray were the same person, that this individual purchased the rifle, rented the room across from the Lorraine Motel, and fired the shot that killed Dr. King. ‘While there were many other people