Case Number: 5278
Taylor, Benjamin B. "Col." - 27 yrs. Fatally stabbed May 30 at 3206 Wabash Ave. by Jennie Grayson who was held by Coroner 6/2/13. 5 Pct. 11-15-13 - Joliet - Brentano.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | May 30, 1913 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | May 30, 1913 |
| Address | 3206 Wabash |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | fatally stabbed at 3206 Wabash |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Other |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | fatally stabbed at 3206 Wabash |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing, other |
Victim
| Name | Taylor, Benjamin B. |
|---|---|
| Age | 27 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Other |
Defendant
| Name | Grayson, Jennie |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
Police
| Precinct | 40 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 4-Aug-13 |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Days |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | November 15, 1913 |
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| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Murder was cause of death |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner, trial |
| Jury Verdict | Yes |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Sentence | November 15, 1913 |
| Outcome of Trial | Guilty of murder |
| Sentenced to | Joliet, Stateville |
