Case Number: 1255
Kelly, Stella. 28 ys. old. Died Apr. 13 from abortion done by Louise Acten- berg, a mid-wife who was held by Coroner April 20, for murder by abortion. 17 pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | April 13, 1909 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | April 30, 1909 |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Kelly, Stella |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
| Name | Actenberg, Louise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Nurse, Midwife |
Police
| Precinct | 17 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | April 20, 1909 |
|---|---|
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
