Jack the Ripper

It could finally be ‘case closed’ on Jack the Ripper’s real name

September 8, 2014Justice

Many people have tried to crack the mystery of who was Jack the Ripper, but with no success so far. Now a new book claims to have finally unveiled the killer’s identity using DNA evidence and new techniques of tracing it — but, of course, questions remain.

London politician calls for Metropolitan Police to make grisly museum public

September 17, 2013Global Politics

Death Devices From London’s Most Famous Crimes May Soon be on Public Display

September 17, 2013Arts, Culture & Media

Freedom of Information and Jack the Ripper

August 15, 2013Global Politics

The Mystery of Jack the Ripper

August 14, 2013Conflict & Justice

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