Case Number: 5570
Wieson, Michael - Age 66 - Poisoned by wood alcohol purchased in saloon at 4158 So. Campbell Ave. Saloonkeeper John Wiekus and bartender Tony Keriz were held by the Coroner for manslaughter. 14 Pct. 2/9/21 - both s/o - Fitch.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | November 25, 1919 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | November 25, 1919 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 4158 S. Campbell ave. |
| Type of Location | Place of business |
| Location Description | in saloon |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in saloon |
| Type of Business | Bar/saloon |
| Type of Manslaughter | Poisoning (accidental) |
Victim
| Name | Wieson, Michael |
|---|---|
| Age | 66 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
| Name | Wiekus, John |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Business Owner | Bar/saloon |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, high white collar (merchant, etc.) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Store owner, hotel owner |
Police
| Precinct | 18 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 2 |
Legal
| Trial Judge | Fitch |
|---|---|
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner, trial |
| Jury Verdict | Yes |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Sentence | February 9, 1921 |
| Number of Times Case Stricken Off | 2 |
| Outcome of Trial | Stricken off |
