Case Number: 4206
Lambert, William. 55 yrs. Fatally shot in front 430 So. Clark St. by Off. John Lenehan of 2d Prect. whom he assaulted and stabbed. Lenehan exonerated by Coroner 2 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | March 28, 1912 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | March 28, 1912 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 430 S. Clark St. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | in front of 430 S. Clark St. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Victim killed resisting arrest |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in front of 430 S. Clark St. |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Lambert, William |
|---|---|
| Age | 55 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
| Name | Lenehan, Officer John |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 2 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
