Case Number: 7662
Bizon, Frank - Age 28 - Died from a gunshot wound received 9 P.M., June 28, 1926, in the alley rear of 1337 W. Division St., during a fight with his brother-in-law, Peter Weglarz. The shooting was done by deceased's sister, Mary Weglarz, who, on 2/8/27, was booked for manslaughter with Peter as accessory. On 3/3/27 both were exonerated by the Coroner and on 3/4/27 discharged - Judge Padden. 22 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | June 28, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | February 3, 1927 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Longer than 1 week |
| Address | 1337 W. Division St |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | Alley |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Family quarrel |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Alley |
| Number of Defendants | 2 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Bizon, Frank |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, eastern european |
| Related by Blood or Marriage | Siblings |
Defendant
| Name | Mary Welgarz |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | Other, eastern european |
| Race | White |
| Related by Blood or Marriage | Siblings |
Police
| Precinct | 22 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 8-Feb-27 |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Time Between Crime and Arrest | Months |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | March 3, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Trial Judge | Padden |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Jury Verdict | Yes |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Sentence | March 4, 1927 |
| Outcome of Trial | Defendant discharged |
