Case Number: 6109
Beralka, John - Age 3 - Accidentally shot to death at home, 1642 Wright St., by his 12 yr. old brother, Joe, who was playing with a revolver. On 7/6/23 Joe was exonerated by the Coroner. 22 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | June 26, 1923 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | June 26, 1923 |
| Address | 1642 Wright st. |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | his home |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Accidental shooting |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | his home |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
| Type of Residence | Residence of both victim and defendant |
Victim
| Name | Beralka, John |
|---|---|
| Age | 3 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Related by Blood or Marriage | Siblings |
Defendant
| Name | Beralka, Joe |
|---|---|
| Age | 12 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Related by Blood or Marriage | Siblings |
Police
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
|---|---|
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | July 6, 1923 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
