Case Number: 247
Berriogobel, Mercedes, 15 yrs., died from abortion in Wesley Hospital. 12th Prect. Coroner's verdict, Feb. 14: "From blood poisoning as the result of an abotion performed by Dr. vBayarrel Holmes on Feb. 1, at Wesley Hospital, which was rendered necessary by a previous attempted abortion. The jury recommend that the police continue their efforts to apprehend the guilty party."
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | February 1, 1906 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | February 5, 1906 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Within 1 week but more than 1 day |
| Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
| Location Description | Wesley Hospital |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Wesley Hospital |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Berriogobel, Mercedes |
|---|---|
| Age | 15 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Known to Chicago Police as | A Bootlegger |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | Wesley Hospital |
Defendant
| Name | Holmes, Ubayarrel, Dr. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Business Owner | Illegal enterprise |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 12 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | February 14, 1906 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Recommended investigation/arrest |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
