Case Number: 3959
Jorgeson, Elizabeth M. 25 yrs. died from abortion performed by Mrs. Katie Sauer who was arrested and held by Coroner 4/11/12. 40 Pct. 11/20/12 - Nolle Pros. - Kersten.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | April 2, 1912 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | April 2, 1912 |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Jorgeson, Elizabeth |
|---|---|
| Age | 25 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Sauer, Katie |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 40 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 11-Apr-12 |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Weeks |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | April 11, 1912 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Trial Judge | Kersten |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | November 20, 1912 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
