Case Number: 5237
Scott, John - Age 47 - Colored - Shot to death at 4355 Dearborn St. by Green Thompson who resented Scott's intererence in a quarrel between himself and his wife. On 10/7/20 the Coroner recommended arrest of Thompson. 4 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | September 14, 1920 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | September 14, 1920 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 4355 Dearborn st. |
| Location Description | 4355 Dearborn st. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Other |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 4355 Dearborn st. |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Scott, John |
|---|---|
| Age | 47 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting a person outside family |
Defendant
| Name | Thompson, Green |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 3 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | October 7, 1920 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Recommended investigation/arrest |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
