Case Number: 3930
Hawkins, Andew - Age 18 - Fatally shot in alley rear of 5053 So. Halsted St., by officer Michael Whalen, when he attempted to escape after being placed under arrest. On 7/16/20 Whalen was exonerated by the Coroner. 13 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | July 4, 1920 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | July 4, 1920 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 5053 S Halsted |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | in rear of address |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Victim killed resisting arrest |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in rear of address |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Hawkins, Andrew |
|---|---|
| Age | 18 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Jewish |
Defendant
| Name | Whalen, Michael |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| 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 |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | July 16, 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 |
