Case Number: 5382
Unknown man - Age 25 - (Col.) - Fatally assaulted 5/27 with a switch-iron at Roscoe & Western Ave., by Conductor James Doyle whom he threatened with a knife. 5/31 Doyle was exonerated by the Coroner. 43 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | May 27, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | May 28, 1917 |
| Address | Roscoe & Western |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | assault w. a switch iron @ Roscoe & Western |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Self Defense |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | assault w. a switch iron @ Roscoe & Western |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing, other |
Victim
| Name | unknown man |
|---|---|
| Age | 25 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Other |
Defendant
| Name | Doyle, James (Conductor) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Outside labor force (incl. criminals) |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting self |
| Occupation/ Skill | Railroad worker, metal/iron worker, machinist |
Police
| Precinct | 17 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Arrest Made at Crime Scene | Yes |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | May 31, 1917 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
