Case Number: 5164
Solami, Giacomo, Age 35 - Shot to death in basement in rear of 573 Forquer St., by Felix Tortorici, who claimed Solami demanded money at point of revolver. On May 28 Tortorici was exonerated by the Coroner. 17 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | May 17, 1918 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | May 17, 1918 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 573 Forquer st. |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | in basement in rear of 573 Forquer st. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Self Defense |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in basement in rear of 573 Forquer st. |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
| Type of Residence | Residence (Don't know whose) |
Victim
| Name | Solami, Giacomo |
|---|---|
| Age | 35 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Italian |
| Occupation/ Skill | Criminal - thief |
Defendant
| Name | Tortorici, Felix |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Italian |
| Race | White |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting self |
Police
| Precinct | 2 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Days |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | May 28, 1918 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
