Ep 2. Jack The Ripper Part 2
- October 14, 2019
- 43 min
In this episode of Murder Maps season 5, entitled "Jack The Ripper Part 2", the story of the notorious serial killer is continued. The episode begins with a brief recap of the events from the previous episode, including the discovery of the first victim, Mary Ann Nichols, and the subsequent murders of Annie Chapman and Elizabeth Stride.
The focus then turns to the next two victims, Catherine Eddowes and Mary Jane Kelly, who were killed on the same night just over a month after the murder of Stride and Chapman. The investigation into these murders is much more intense, with police taking a more proactive approach to try and catch the killer.
The episode explores the various theories that have been put forward about who Jack The Ripper could have been, including the suggestion that the killer may have been a doctor due to the precision of the wounds inflicted on the victims. There is also discussion of the possibility that the murders were committed as part of a wider conspiracy involving members of the royal family.
Throughout the episode, experts and historians provide their insights and analysis into the case, shedding new light on this still unsolved mystery. The episode also includes reenactments of the murders and of the police investigations to give viewers a fuller understanding of the events of the time.
"Jack The Ripper Part 2" is a gripping episode of Murder Maps season 5 that delves deeper into one of the most notorious and enduring crimes in history. With expert insight and riveting reenactments, this episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in true crime and historical mysteries.