Case Number: 3792
Harasek, Joseph. 30 yrs. Shot dead 86th & Summit Ave by officer Michael Burke of 1st Pct. whom he had assaulted. 18 Pct. Burke held by Coroner 12/31/12. Feb. 1913 - No bill by G.J.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | December 22, 1912 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | December 22, 1912 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 86th and Summit Ave |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Self Defense |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Harasek, Joseph |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Burke, Michael |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting self |
| Occupation/ Skill | Accountant |
Police
| Precinct | 18 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Days |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | December 31, 1912 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | February 1, 1913 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
