Case Number: 6523
Martin, Grandson - Age 35 - Colored - Shot to death in rear of 5520 So. State St. by his fellow watchman Charles W. Williams, whom he mistook for a burglar. On 8/31/21 Williams was exonerated by the Coroner. 11 Pct.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | August 27, 1921 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | August 27, 1921 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 5320 S. State st. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | in rear of 5520 S. State st. |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Accidental shooting |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in rear of 5520 S. State st. |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
Victim
| Name | Martin, Grandson |
|---|---|
| Age | 35 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Employed | Yes |
| VictimEmploymentType | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law enforcement |
Defendant
| Name | Williams, Charles W. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 21 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Victim Employed by Law Enforcement | Private watchman or guard |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | August 31, 1921 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
