Case Number: 8749
Olson, Eugene - Age 24 - Fatally shot 4/13/26, in front of 124 N. Hamlin Ave., by Patrolmen J. McNamara and James C. Clancy, when he tried to escaped after being discovered stealing an automobile. On 4/21/26 the officers were exonerated by the Coroner. 21 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | April 13, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | April 14, 1926 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Within 1 day |
| Address | 124 N. Hamlin Ave. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | in front |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Victim killed resisting arrest |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | in front |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | Olson, Eugene |
|---|---|
| Age | 24 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | McNamara, J. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Irish |
| 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 |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | April 21, 1926 |
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| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
