Jack the Ripper

Jack the Ripper is the nickname given to an unidentified serial killer who operated in London, specifically in the Whitechapel district, during the late 19th century, primarily in 1888. The figure is notorious for a series of gruesome murders, typically targeting female prostitutes, and is characterized by the brutal nature of the killings, which involved mutilation of the victims' bodies. The case garnered significant media attention and public fascination, leading to intense speculation about the identity of the killer. The moniker "Jack the Ripper" originates from a letter, allegedly sent by the murderer to the police, which contained a taunting message and signature. Over the years, numerous theories and suspects have been proposed, but the true identity of Jack the Ripper remains one of history's most infamous unsolved mysteries, symbolizing the dark aspects of Victorian society and the complexity of criminal investigations.