Case Number: 10094
Hannover, Rose � Age 31 � Death due to a criminal abortion performed by Dr. Lester I. Ofner, 1608 Madison St., who, on 7/28/28, was held by the Coroner for murder by abortion. 27 Dist. 11/28/28 � Acquitted � Taylor.
Circumstances
Date of Offense | June 22, 1928 |
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Date of Death | June 22, 1928 |
Address | 1608 madison st. |
Type of Location | Medical facility (Hospital, doctor's office, clinic) Midwife, Abortion place |
Location Description | in 1608 madison st |
Type of Death | Accident |
Description | Illegal abortion |
Total Number of Victims | 1 |
Location | in 1608 madison st |
Number of Defendants | 1 |
Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
Name | hannover, rose |
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Age | 31 years |
Gender | Female |
Race | White |
Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
Name | Ofner, Lester I. |
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Gender | Male |
Ethnicity | German |
Race | White |
Employed | Yes |
Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
Precinct | 27 |
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Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
Date of Coroner's Decision | July 28, 1928 |
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Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Murder was cause of death |
Charges Against Defendant | No |
Trial Judge | Taylor |
Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner, trial |
Jury Verdict | Yes |
Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
Date of Sentence | November 28, 1928 |
Outcome of Trial | Acquitted |