Case Number: 11339
Wahlstrom, Esther V. - Age 23 - Death due to a criminal abortion Dr. Lou E. Davis (female) the procedurer, was, on 12/12/28, held by the Coroner for murder by abortion. 37 Dist. Dec. 1928 No Bill.
Circumstances
Date of Offense | December 1, 1928 |
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Date of Death | December 1, 1928 |
Type of Death | Accident |
Description | Illegal abortion |
Total Number of Victims | 1 |
Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
Name | Wahlstrom, Esther |
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Age | 23 years |
Gender | Female |
Race | White |
Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
Name | Davis, Lov E. |
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Gender | Female |
Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Race | White |
Employed | Yes |
Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
Precinct | 37 |
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Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
Date of Coroner's Decision | December 12, 1928 |
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Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
Charges Against Defendant | No |
Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
Date of Grand Jury Decision | December 15, 1928 |
Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |