Case Number: 6095
Garrity, Howard - Age 15 - Accidentally shot to death in rear of 3029 Sheffield Ave., by another boy, (15 yrs. old also) Peter Miku, who, on 9/4/22 was exonerated by the Coroner. 30 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Death | September 2, 1922 |
|---|---|
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
Victim
| Name | Garrity, Howard |
|---|---|
| Age | 15 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Irish |
Defendant
| Name | Miku, Peter |
|---|---|
| Age | 15 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 32 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | September 4, 1922 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
