Case Number: 7085
Singerland, Daisy - Age 30 - Died at the Robert Burns Hospital from a criminal abortion performed by Dr. J.W. Lipscomb, who,on 5/25/23, was held by the Coroner. 21 Dist. June 1923 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | April 22, 1923 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | April 22, 1923 |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Singerland, Daisy |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Name of Hospital Where Victim Was Taken | Robert Burns Hos |
Defendant
| Name | Lipscomb, Dr JW |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 21 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | May 25, 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 | June 1, 1923 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
