Case Number: 8916
Reynolds, Arhne - Age 76 - Death due to a criminal abortion performed by Dr. Louis Ginsburg, who, on 4/21/27. May 1927 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | April 5, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | April 5, 1927 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Type of Location | Place of business |
| Location Description | abortion area |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | abortion area |
| Number of Defendants | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
| Type of Business | Abortion facility |
Victim
| Name | Reynolds, Arhne |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Ginsburg, Louis (Dr) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Jewish |
| Race | Other |
| Business Owner | Illegal enterprise |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, skilled (butcher, electrician, cab drivers, street car, etc.) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Doctor |
Police
| Precinct | 1 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 18-Apr-27 |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
|---|---|
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Grand jury only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | May 15, 1927 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
