Wilbourn v. Crenshaw et al.

Description
Wilbourn's horse apparently broke William Crenshaw Sr.'s fence. William Crenshaw Sr., William Crenshaw Jr., and Edward Crenshaw shot and killed Wilbourn's horse, which was valued at $100. Wilbourn retained Lincoln and Herndon and sued Crenshaw and others in an action of trespass and requested $100 in damages. Crenshaw and others pleaded not guilty. The jury found for Wilbourn and awarded $32.50 in damages. Crenshaw also recovered a judgment against Wilbourn for damages to the fence (Crenshaw v. Wilbourn).

Court
Sangamon Circuit Court