Case Number: 3618
Fennessy, Michael - Age 35 - Shot to death 100 ft. west of Racine Ave., in 47th St., by officer Thomas F. Powers, after deceased displayed a revolver with intent to kill the officer. On 9/29/20 Powers was exonerated by the Coroner. 13 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | September 15, 1920 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | September 15, 1920 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 47th and Racine |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | in street 100 ft west of address |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Self Defense |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in street 100 ft west of address |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Fennessy, Michael |
|---|---|
| Age | 35 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Powers, Thomas F |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 13 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | September 29, 1920 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
