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February 16, 1913
The Caucasian
Shreveport, Caddo County, Louisiana
What is this article about?
In the Bagley case, a mistrial was declared after a jury deadlocked 7-5 on acquitting Bert B. Bagley of manslaughter for killing Will H. Trout in self-defense on October 7, 1912. Bagley released on $1,500 bond.
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FAILED TO AGREE.
A Mistrial is Recorded in the Bagley Case.
After having been in retirement fifteen hours, discussing and considering the case of Bert B. Bagley, the jury failing to agree, were discharged and a mistrial recorded.
The jury stood seven for acquittal and five for conviction for manslaughter.
Bagley was on trial for killing Will H. Trout on the night of October 7, 1912. Bagley's plea was self-defense.
The State was represented by District Attorney Mabry, assisted by Attorney Prothro, and the defendant by Hon. John R. Land.
Bagley has been released on bond fixed at $1,500.
It is not known when Bagley will be called for a second trial.
A Mistrial is Recorded in the Bagley Case.
After having been in retirement fifteen hours, discussing and considering the case of Bert B. Bagley, the jury failing to agree, were discharged and a mistrial recorded.
The jury stood seven for acquittal and five for conviction for manslaughter.
Bagley was on trial for killing Will H. Trout on the night of October 7, 1912. Bagley's plea was self-defense.
The State was represented by District Attorney Mabry, assisted by Attorney Prothro, and the defendant by Hon. John R. Land.
Bagley has been released on bond fixed at $1,500.
It is not known when Bagley will be called for a second trial.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime Story
What themes does it cover?
Crime Punishment
Justice
What keywords are associated?
Mistrial
Bagley Case
Manslaughter Trial
Self Defense
Jury Deadlock
What entities or persons were involved?
Bert B. Bagley
Will H. Trout
District Attorney Mabry
Attorney Prothro
Hon. John R. Land
Story Details
Key Persons
Bert B. Bagley
Will H. Trout
District Attorney Mabry
Attorney Prothro
Hon. John R. Land
Event Date
October 7, 1912
Story Details
Bert B. Bagley was on trial for killing Will H. Trout, claiming self-defense. After 15 hours of deliberation, the jury deadlocked 7-5 for acquittal on manslaughter charges, resulting in a mistrial. Bagley was released on $1,500 bond pending a second trial.