Case Number: 9045
Scott, Edward - Age 49 - Colored - Fatally shot at 2AM, 10/30/26, in his home, 3309 Vernon Ave., by one Robert Tell, colored, who was drunk, when Scott ordered him to cease bothering Mrs. Scott after she had complained that Tell was asking for intercourse. On 11/5/26 Tell's arrest was recommended by the Coroner. 2A Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | October 30, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | October 30, 1926 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 3309 Vernon av. |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | victim's residence |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Jealousy, fight, quarrel over woman, man |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | victim's residence |
| Type of Manslaughter | Other |
| Type of Residence | Residence of victim |
Victim
| Name | Scott, Edward |
|---|---|
| Age | 49 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | Black |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Killed While Protecting Person | Protecting a family member |
| Victim Killed While Protecting Property | Protecting home |
Defendant
| Name | Tell, Rbt. |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | African American |
| Race | Black |
Police
| Precinct | 11 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date Defendant Arrested | 31-Oct-26 |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | November 5, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Recommended investigation/arrest |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
