Case Number: 10599
Morgan, James - Age 33 - Colored- Accidentally shot to death at noon, 4/22/30, in 2nd fl., 5148 So. Parkway, by one Ida Reeder, colored, who was playing with a revolver. Ida was exonerated by the Coroner the same day. 5 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | April 22, 1930 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | April 22, 1930 |
| Address | 5148 S. Parkway |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | 2nd floor |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Accidental shooting |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 2nd floor |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
| Type of Residence | Residence (Don't know whose) |
Victim
| Name | Morgan,James |
|---|---|
| Age | 33 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | Ida Reeder |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Race | Black |
Police
| Precinct | 5 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | April 22, 1930 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
