Case Number: 6117
Gallagher, Edwin, A. - Age 55 - Struck and killed at Madison and Dearborn Sts., by an auto driven by George Rutto, who, on 9/22/23, was held by the Coroner. 1 Dist. Oct. 1923 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | September 20, 1923 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | September 20, 1923 |
| Address | Madison and Dearborn sts. |
| Type of Location | Vehicle |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Car accident |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Automobile accident |
Victim
| Name | Gallaher, Edwin |
|---|---|
| Age | 55 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Rutto, George |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 22 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | September 22, 1923 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | October 15, 1923 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
