Case Number: 8032
Franklin, Shellane - Age 27 - Colored - Death due to a criminal abortion performed by Dr. Gordon Jackson, who, on 10/28/27, was held by the Coroner. 2A Dist. Dec. 1927 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | August 23, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | August 23, 1927 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Franklin, Shellane |
|---|---|
| Age | 27 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | Jackson, Gordon Dr. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting person outside family |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 2 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | October 28, 1927 |
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| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | December 15, 1927 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
