Case Number: 5662
Anderson, Madelyn - Age 24- Died at the Washington Park Hospital from a criminal abortion. On 5/7/24 the Coroner recommended the arrest of a female Dr. Ogdenberg. 5 Dist. Dr. Louise Achtenberg arrested 5/13/24 and turned over to the Sheriff. May 1924 - No bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | May 6, 1921 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | May 6, 1924 |
| Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
| Location Description | died At Washington Park Hospital |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | died At Washington Park Hospital |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Anderson, Madelyn |
|---|---|
| Age | 24 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | Washington Park Hosp |
Defendant
| Name | Achtenberg, Louise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | Jewish |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 5 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 13-May-24 |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Weeks |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | May 7, 1924 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Recommended investigation/arrest |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Grand jury only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | May 15, 1924 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
