Case Number: 4940
Robinson, Olie - Age 19 (col.) Shot to death with a Springfield rifle at 5324 State St., by John Jewett, who was exonerated by Coroner as having fired in self-defense. 4 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | January 13, 1919 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | January 13, 1919 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 5324 State ST. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | 5324 State St. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Self Defense |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 5324 State St. |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Robinson, Olie |
|---|---|
| Age | 19 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | Jewett, John |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Race | Black |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting self |
Police
| Precinct | 4 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Self-defense |
|---|---|
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner, grand jury, trial, and post conviction |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
