Case Number: 3396
Dutton, Jack - Age 50 - Fatally shot on Jan. 5th at 2936 Indiana Ave., after attempted holdup, by Officer thomas Langan of 4th who was exonerated and commended by the Coroner for "unusual bravery." 4th Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | January 5, 1915 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | January 5, 1915 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Within 1 day |
| Address | 2936 Indiana Ave. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | 2936 Indiana Ave. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Robbery |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 2936 Indiana Ave. |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Dutton, Jack |
|---|---|
| Age | 50 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Langan, Thomas officer |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 15 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 28-Jan-15 |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| 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 |
