Case Number: 8316
Jarrett, Jeanette - Age 28 - Colored- Death due to criminal abortion performed by Dr. Roy Shell, colored, who on 10/29/26, was held by the Coroner. 3rd Dist. Nov. 1926 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Death | October 11, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing, other |
Victim
| Name | Jarrett, Jeanette |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
Defendant
| Name | Dr. Roy Shell |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Race | Black |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 3 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | October 29, 1926 |
|---|---|
| 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 | November 1, 1926 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
