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 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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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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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 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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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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