Case Number: 3715
Gunn, Alfus D. - Age 28 -(Col.) Fatally shot May 20th at 48th & State Sts., by Officer Eugene A. Barry when he refused to halt at officer's command. The latter exonerated 6/13 by Coroner. 11 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | May 20, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | May 20, 1917 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Longer than 1 week |
| Address | 48th and State Sts |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | 48th and State Sts |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Other |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 48th and State Sts |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Gunn, Alfus |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | Barry, Eugene |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 11 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | June 13, 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 |
