Case Number: 9472
Barnts, Margt. - Age 27 - Death due to a criminal abortion performed by Pauline Zickerman, who, on 5/15/28, was held by the Coroner. 33 Dist. May 1928 No Bill.
Circumstances
| Date of Death | May 8, 1928 |
|---|---|
| Type of Death | Accident |
| Description | Illegal abortion |
| Total Number of Victims | 1 |
| Type of Accident | Death from abortion |
Victim
| Name | Barnts, Margt. |
|---|---|
| Age | 27 years |
| Gender | Female |
| Race | White |
| Ethnicity | English-Anglo |
Defendant
| Name | Nickelman, Pauline |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Ethnicity | German |
| Race | White |
Police
| Precinct | 1 |
|---|---|
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Total Number of Defendants Arrested | 1 |
Legal
| Date of Coroner's Decision | May 15, 1928 |
|---|---|
| Outcome of Coroner's Judgment | Defendant held to Grand Jury |
| Charges Against Defendant | No |
| Type of Legal Decision Recorded | Coroner's verdict and grand jury |
| Allegations of Police Corruption | No |
| Date of Grand Jury Decision | May 15, 1928 |
| Outcome of Grand Jury Decision | Indictment for felony murder |
