Case Number: 8765
Paierlo, Mike � Age 27 � Fatally shot 7:15 AM, 2/19/25 in front of 2071 DeKalb St., by Sergt. Al. Hoffman, from whom he attempted to escape. On 2/20/25 Hoffman was exonerated by the Coroner. 17 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | February 19, 1925 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | February 20, 1925 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Within 1 day |
| Address | 2071 Dekalb St. |
| 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 | Paierlo, Mike |
|---|---|
| Age | 27 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Italian |
Defendant
| Name | Hoffman, Albert |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Precinct | 17 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Defendant Identified at Scene | No |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | February 20, 1925 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
