Case Number: 431
Carpenter, Jefferson, colored, 29 years old, shot dead in quarrel over a woman in saloon, 2830 State St., by Robert Marshall, colored, proprietor of the saloon, who arrested. 4th Prect. Exonerated by Coroner's Jury March 16. "Self defense."
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | March 15, 1904 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | March 15, 1904 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 2830 State St. |
| Type of Location | Place of business |
| Location Description | Saloon |
| Description | Bar room brawl |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Saloon |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Business | Bar/saloon |
Victim
| Name | Carpenter, Jefferson |
|---|---|
| Age | 29 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | Marshall, Robert |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Race | Black |
| Business Owner | Bar/saloon |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting self |
| Occupation/ Skill | Store owner, hotel owner |
Police
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
|---|---|
| Date Defendant Arrested | 15-Mar-04 |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | March 16, 1904 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
