Timeframe of Oswald’s Movements to Encounter Tippit
Time tests conducted by investigative agencies and the Commission staff established that all of Oswald’s attributed movements between leaving the Depository and encountering Tippit could have been accomplished within the available time.
Oswald Stopped by Police When Leaving
The Commission found no witness who saw Oswald leave the building. The speculation likely arose from his encounter with Patrolman Baker in the lunchroom, where Truly identified him as an employee, allowing him to proceed. Police did not seal the building until several minutes after Oswald could have left.
Discrepancy in the Cabdriver’s Log
Cabdriver William Whaley’s log showed 12:30 p.m. for Oswald’s entry, but Whaley testified he was not accurate with time entries, typically logging at 15-minute intervals and sometimes several trips later. A bus transfer in Oswald’s possession was issued after 12:36 p.m. The Commission determined Oswald likely entered the cab around 12:47 or 12:48 p.m.
Travel Distance and Time to North Beckley
The Commission found the distance from the Greyhound terminal to where Oswald exited in the 700 block of North Beckley was less than 2.5 miles. Whaley testified the trip took 6 minutes, and Commission staff test runs under similar traffic conditions took approximately 5 minutes and 30 seconds. Walking from Beckley and Neely to 1026 North Beckley took staff 5 minutes and 45 seconds.
Oswald’s Destination and Jack Ruby
The Commission found no evidence that Oswald and Jack Ruby knew each other, had any relationship through third parties, or that Oswald knew where Ruby lived. There was no reason to believe Oswald was on his way to Ruby’s apartment when stopped by Tippit.
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