Case Number: 4324
Lewis, Wm. - Age 40 - Colored - Shot to death in his home, 66 E. 31st St., by his wife, Geneva, who was, on 6/16/2 exonerated by the Coroner, as having fired in self-defense. 3 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | June 7, 1920 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | June 7, 1920 |
| Address | 66 E. 31st st. |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Domestic violence |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
| Type of Residence | Residence of both victim and defendant |
Victim
| Name | Lewis, Wm. |
|---|---|
| Age | 40 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Related by Blood or Marriage | Spouses |
Defendant
| Name | Lewis, Geneva |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Race | Black |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting self |
Police
| Precinct | 3 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | June 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 |
