Case Number: 4290
Legg, Lee - Age 29 - (Col.) - Shot to death at 34th & Dearborn Sts., while attempting to escape arrest after committing a robbery, by Sergt. Ges. Feeling, who, on 10/12 was exonerated. . 5 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | October 12, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | October 12, 1917 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 34th st. and dearborn st. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | at 34th and dearborn st |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Victim killed resisting arrest |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | at 34th and dearborn st |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | legg, lee |
|---|---|
| Age | 29 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | sergeant ges. Feeling |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 5 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | October 12, 1917 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
