Killing of Edward Allen in Florida

Incident

Case summary

Edward Allen, a Black youth, was killed in 1931 in Wakulla County, Florida. Five white youths allegedly beat him to death after their car and his got into an accident. Robert Caraway was tried as the principal offender; Bud Harris, Jack Crum, C.K. Saunders, and John Saunders were tried as accessories. Outcome unknown.

Victim(s):

Edward Allen


Alleged perpetrators/other named individuals:

Robert Caraway

Jack Crum

Bud Harris

Bud Harris

John Saunders

C. K. Saunders

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Date of incident: [ ]
Location: Wakulla County, Florida
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Allegation against victim: engaging in a fight following a car accident

Coroner process
Coroner/inquest: [ ]
Finding of no legal responsibility: [ ]

Criminal process
Arrest: [ ]
Charge/indictment/information: yes
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Trial: yes
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