Case Number: 9183
Thomas, alias Fowler, George - Age 32- Fatally shot at 2:13 AM, 10/20/27, at Carpenter and Madison Sts. by Patrolman Fred J. Ristau, while attempting to escape arrest after robbing a man. On 10/8/27 Ristau was exonerated by the Coroner. 19 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | October 20, 1927 |
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| Date of Death | October 24, 1927 |
| Address | carpenter and madison sts. |
| Type of Location | Street, or other non-commercial public place/alley |
| Type of Public Place | Street, sidewalk or alley |
| Location Description | at carpenter and madison st. |
| Type of Death | Manslaughter |
| Description | Victim killed resisting arrest |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | at carpenter and madison st. |
| Type of Manslaughter | Unintentional killing with gun |
Victim
| Name | thomas, alias fowler george |
|---|---|
| Age | 32 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
| Name | Ristau, Fred J |
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| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other |
| Race | White |
| Employed | Yes |
| Employment Type | Employed, professional (incl. police and military) |
| Occupation/ Skill | Law Enforcement, Police |
Police
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
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Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | October 8, 1927 |
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| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Exonerated, Commended |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict only |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
