Case Number: 4276
Lamb, Edna - Age 20 - Died from an abortion at the Illinois Central Hospital, operation performed by Dr. Charles W. Klinetop, who on 3/3/17 was held by the Coroner. 12th Pct. March 1917 No bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | December 17, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | February 17, 1917 |
| Address | Illinois Central Hospital |
| Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
| Location Description | Illinois Central Hospital |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Illinois Central Hospital |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Lamb, Edna |
|---|---|
| Age | 20 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
Defendant
| Name | Klinetop, Charles Dr. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 12 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 17-Feb-17 |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | March 3, 1917 |
|---|---|
| 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 | March 15, 1917 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
