Case Number: 2693
Wilson, Jim, ex-convict, 28 yrs., died in County Hospital. Shot Oct. 24, by Officer Joe King, 32d Prect., after committing a saloon robbery at Wood and Huron Sts.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | October 24, 1908 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | October 25, 1908 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Within 1 day |
| Address | Wood & Huron sts. |
| Type of Location | Place of business |
| Location Description | Saloon at Wood & Huron sts. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Robbery |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Saloon at Wood & Huron sts. |
| Type of Business | Bar/saloon |
| Type of Manslaughter | Other |
Victim
| Name | Wilson, Jim |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| VictimEmploymentType | Outside labor force (incl. criminals) |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Known to Chicago Police as | An ex-convict |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | County |
| Occupation/ Skill | Criminal - burglar |
Defendant
| Name | King, Off. Joe |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Killed While Protecting Property | Protecting bar/saloon |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 4 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
Legal
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
|---|---|
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | None |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
