Case Number: 3779
Hagenbeck, Victor 50 yrs. fatally shot 11/22, 51st & CRI&P R.R. by Wm. R. Clements, Special Policeman for the company who surprised him in act of releasing smuggled Chinks from Beggage Car. Clements exonerated by Coroner. 11 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | November 22, 1911 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | November 22, 1911 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Within 1 week but more than 1 day |
| Address | 51st and CRI and P R.R. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Dispute over money or property, quarrel |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Magenbeck, Victor |
|---|---|
| Age | 50 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Clements, William |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Killed While Protecting Property | Protecting other property |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 11 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| 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 |
