Case Number: 4274
Lapidus, Joseph - Age 21 - Fatally shot 11/5 in front of 9002 Escanava Ave., by W.P. Allen after he had burglarized the 1st flat at above number. 11/22 Allen was exonerated by the Coroner. 15th Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | November 5, 1916 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | November 5, 1916 |
| Address | 9002 Escanava ave, |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | in front of 9002 Escanava ave. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Burglary |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in front of 9002 Escanava ave. |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Lapidus, Joseph |
|---|---|
| Age | 21 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
Defendant
| Name | Allen, W.P. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| Race | White |
| Killed While Protecting Property | Protecting home |
Police
| Precinct | 15 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | November 22, 1916 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
