Case Number: 1466
Martin, Sidney, fatally shot, 2934 Belmont Av., by Peter Stichter, who was arrested. Martin was mistaken for a burglar.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | November 4, 1895 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | November 4, 1895 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 2934 Belmont Ave. |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | 2934 Belmont Ave. |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Burglary |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 2934 Belmont Ave. |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
| Type of Residence | Residence of defendant |
Victim
| Name | Martin, Sidney |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Stitcher, Peter |
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| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Killed While Protecting Property | Protecting home |
Police
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
|---|---|
| Arrest Made at Crime Scene | Yes |
| Location of Arrest | At scene |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Less than 1 day |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
|---|---|
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | None |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
