Case Number: 3709
Gebhardt, Thomas - Age 19 - Shot to death at McAllister & Lytle Sts. while attempting to escape arrest in a stolen auto by Officer Mullane of 21st Pct. who was exonerated 3/21/17. 21 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | March 20, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | March 20, 1917 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | McAllister and Lytle Sts |
| Type of Location | Vehicle |
| Location Description | McAllister asnd Lytle Sts. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Victim killed resisting arrest |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | McAllister asnd Lytle Sts. |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Gebhardt, Thomas |
|---|---|
| Age | 19 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, eastern european |
Defendant
| Name | Mullane |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Killed While Protecting Property | Protecting automobile |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 21 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | March 21, 1917 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
