Case Number: 5305
Temple, Robert (col.) - Age 26 - Shot to death at 3424 Dearborn St., in a quarrel with his brother Harry who on 9/9/16 was held by the Coroner. 5th Pct. Sept. 1916 No Bill by G.J. on Harry.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | September 8, 1916 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | September 8, 1916 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 3424 Dearborn |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | 3424 Dearborn |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Dispute over money or property, quarrel |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | 3424 Dearborn |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Temple, Rbt. |
|---|---|
| Age | 26 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Other |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting self |
| Related by Blood or Marriage | Siblings |
Defendant
| Name | Temple, Harry |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Other |
| Related by Blood or Marriage | Siblings |
Police
| Precinct | 38 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Less than 1 day |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | September 15, 1916 |
|---|---|
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
