Jack and the Thames Torso Murders: A New Ripper?

A new theory suggests that Jack the Ripper was responsible for up to sixteen assaults, thirteen of which were fatal, during a reign of terror in Victorian London between May 1887 and February 1891. The authors offer solutions to several case conundrums, including the Goulston Street "evidence," the enduring "Mad Doctor theory," and the Pinchin Street "cross-over."

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 15 June 2019
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

A captivating new theory emerges, offering a profound glimpse into the vibrant late Victorian city through extensive social history research. Between May 1887 and February 1891, a series of gruesome murders shook Victorian London, plunging the city into a reign of terror that lasted nearly four years. Numerous women were targeted, subjected to horrifying attacks that left a lasting impact on the community. At the time, the police believed the killings comprised two distinct sets, with two different killers responsible. While some murders were attributed to the relatively lesser-known 'Thames Torso series, the majority found their way into the infamous 'Whitechapel or Jack the Ripper file. Despite the relentless efforts of contemporary detectives, no one was ever prosecuted for these crimes, and until now, no convincing suspect has been put forward for both sets of murders. This groundbreaking work has delved into new lines of inquiry generated by recent scholarship, shedding light on the enigmatic case. Through meticulous analysis, the authors have attributed several 'Thames Torso killings to the same individual, suggesting that 'Jack' was culpable in upwards of sixteen assaults, at least thirteen of which resulted in fatal outcomes. This individual possessed all the three 'cardinals of the murderer,' including means, motive, and opportunity, and the authors present long-sought solutions to several case conundrums that have puzzled investigators for decades. These include the enigmatic 'Goulston Street evidence,' the enduring 'Mad Doctor theory,' and the perplexing 'Pinchin Street crossover.' By unraveling the mysteries surrounding these crimes, this work provides a fresh perspective on the late Victorian city, shedding light on the darker aspects of its history and challenging our understanding of the human psyche.

Weight: 470g
Dimension: 234 x 162 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781445687766