Case Number: 4444
Miller, T. Palmer - Age 30 - Shot to death at 5749 Midway Park by Officer James Garrey who mistook him for burglar. 7/15/16 Garrey exonerated by the Coroner. 31 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | July 14, 1916 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | July 14, 1916 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 5749 Midway Park |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Child abuse |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
Victim
| Name | Miller T. Palmer |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Garrey, James |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Killed While Protecting Property | Protecting other property |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 28 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | July 15, 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 |
