Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Long Walk for Survival

Congressman James R. Jones received a letter from the Special Agent in Charge of the FBI regarding the "Long Walk for Survival" event. The FBI conducted an investigation based on information provided by the Tulsa World newspaper and found no need for further action. The case is considered closed. Congressman Jones forwarded this information to the Native American Coalition of Tulsa for their inquiry.

The letter is a response from U.S. Attorney Hubert H. Bryant to Congressman James R. Jones regarding the Long Walk for Survival. Bryant states that no complaint was received by his office, but if the FBI determines a violation of federal law, the matter will be referred to his office. The Native American Coalition of Tulsa is awaiting a response from the FBI and will be in touch with Congressman Jones.

The members of the Long Walk for Survival, a Native American group, are experiencing police harassment, discrimination, and brutality in Oklahoma. They have been forced off the road, searched without explanation, harassed, and even physically assaulted by the police. They feel that the racism and bigotry against Indians in Oklahoma is the worst they have ever experienced and a violation of their basic human rights. They are appalled by the archaic attitudes that still exist and are calling attention to the ongoing problem of police harassment and brutality in Tulsa and throughout the state.

The Native American Coalition of Tulsa wrote to Congressman Jones about complaints of police misconduct during the "Long Walk for Survival." Congressman Jones has contacted the FBI and the U.S. Attorney's office in Tulsa to investigate the complaints. They will provide further information once the inquiry is complete and offer further assistance if needed.