Case Number: 4421
Machnik, John - Age 50 - Fatally shot Dec. 1st in saloon at 220 W. Oak St. by Edw. Pretzel who was ordered released by Coroner. Verdict: "Accidental." 38th Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | December 1, 1915 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | December 1, 1915 |
| Address | 220 W. Oak st. |
| Type of Location | Place of business |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Accidental shooting |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
| Type of Business | Bar/saloon |
Victim
| Name | Machnik, John |
|---|---|
| Age | 50 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
| Name | Pretzel, Edw. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 35 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Accidental or natural causes |
|---|---|
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
