Case Number: 11339
Wahlstrom, Esther V. - Age 23 - Death due to a criminal abortion Dr. Lou E. Davis (female) the procedurer, was, on 12/12/28, held by the Coroner for murder by abortion. 37 Dist. Dec. 1928 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | December 1, 1928 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | December 1, 1928 |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Wahlstrom, Esther |
|---|---|
| Age | 23 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Davis, Lov E. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 37 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | December 12, 1928 |
|---|---|
| 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 | December 15, 1928 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
