Case Number: 4135
Knowles, Edw. L. - Age 32 -(Col.) - Shot to death at 31st St. & Vernon Ave., by Officer Schaefer soon after committing a robbery at 521 E. 36th St.. 11/5 Schaefer was exonerated by Coroner. 5 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | November 5, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | November 5, 1917 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 31st & Vernon ave. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | 31st & Vernon ave. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Robbery |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 31st & Vernon ave. |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Knowles. Edw. L. |
|---|---|
| Age | 32 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | Schaefer, (Officer) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 22 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | November 5, 1917 |
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| 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 |
