Killing of James Oliver in Louisiana

Incident

Case summary

James Oliver, 29, a laborer, was killed in 1938 by Manuel Paternostro in New Orleans, Louisiana. Oliver went into the bar owned by Paternostro’s father to purchase some beer when he allegedly got into a fight with and was shot by Paternostro. Oliver died later at a hospital. Paternostro was released from jail; the District Attorney declined to prosecute.

Victim(s):

James Oliver


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Location: New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
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Allegation against victim: throwing beer glasses out of a window

Coroner process
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Finding of no legal responsibility: [ ]

Criminal process
Arrest: yes
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