Case Number: 4942
Roberts, Samuel C. - Age 24 - Fatally shot at Ashland Ave. & Madison St. by Officer Sheridan of 22 Pct., accidentally while the officer was in pursuit of a burglar. Sheridan was exonerated by the Coroner. 22 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | February 9, 1919 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | February 9, 1919 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | Ashland Ave. and Madison St. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | Ashland and Madison ST. |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Accidental shooting |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Ashland and Madison ST. |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
Victim
| Name | Roberts, Samuel C. |
|---|---|
| Age | 24 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
| Name | Sheridan, Officer |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Accountant |
Police
| Precinct | 22 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| 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 |
