Researchers who have claimed this convict
There is currently one researcher who has claimed John Cockshot
- Researcher (Brian & Toni )
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Biographies
John murdered Richard Crozier (Surrey 1829)
Source; Colonial Tomes 18 April 1832 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 22 July 2014
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Disclaimer: The information has not been verified by Claim a Convict. As this information is contributed, it is the responsibility of those who use the data to verify its accuracy. Research notes
John Cockshot was hanged 16 April 1832 Hobart Gaol.
Source; Colonial Times 21 April 1832 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 23 July 2014
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Sources; Hobart Town Courier 1 Jun 1831 p3 & 13 Aug 1831 p2 and Colonial Times 18 April 1832 page 2
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 23 July 2014
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John had several incidents with Authorities & was later convicted on 13 April 1832 of murder Richard Crozier (Surrey) when escaping from Macquarie Harbour Penal Settlement and sentenced to death.
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 23 July 2014
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John was convicted Lancaster Quarter Sessions 20 October 1822 and sentenced to 7 years transportation, he arrived Tasmania aboard Phoenix 21 July 1824. An alias is evidenced "Cockshott".
Submitted by Researcher (Brian & Toni ) on 22 July 2014
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Disclaimer: The information has not been verified by Claim a Convict. As this information is contributed, it is the responsibility of those who use the data to verify its accuracy. Sources
- The National Archives (TNA) : HO 11/5, p.129
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