Case Number: 9323
Webb, Harry - Age 14 - Accidentally shot to death at his home, 2639 Washington Blvd., by another juvenile, Charles Sercher, who, on 5/31/27, was exonerated by the Coroner. 2 Dist.
Circumstances
| Date of Offense | May 28, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | May 28, 1927 |
| Time Between Offense and Death | Immediate - death occurred at the crime scene |
| Address | 2639 Washington Blvd |
| Type of Location | Residence |
| Location Description | Home of victim |
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Accidental shooting |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Location | Home of victim |
| Type of Accident | Accidental shooting |
| Type of Residence | Residence of victim |
Victim
| Name | Webb, Harry |
|---|---|
| Age | 14 years |
| Gender | Male |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
Defendant
| Name | Sercher, Charles |
|---|---|
| Gender | Male |
| Ethnicity | Other, european |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 2 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | May 31, 1927 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
