Forensic History: Crimes, Frauds, and Scandals Season 1 Episode 1 The Infamous Jack the Ripper
- TV-PG
- December 15, 2014
- 30 min
Forensic History: Crimes, Frauds, and Scandals is a fascinating new show that will take you on a journey through some of the most intriguing and infamous crimes, frauds, and scandals of all time. In season 1 episode 1, we delve into the world of the notorious Jack the Ripper.
Jack the Ripper was a serial killer who terrorized the streets of Whitechapel, London, in the late 1800s. He is believed to have killed at least five women, all of whom were prostitutes, in a brutal and grisly fashion. Despite an intense investigation by the police at the time, the killer was never caught, and Jack the Ripper has remained one of history's most enduring mysteries.
In this episode, we explore the evidence and theories surrounding the crimes, taking a closer look at the victims, the crime scenes, and the letters that were sent to the police and the press by someone claiming to be the killer.
Through the use of cutting-edge forensic technology and expert analysis, we examine the evidence left behind at the crime scenes, including the victims' bodies, to try to uncover the identity of the killer. We also examine the language and handwriting of the infamous "Dear Boss" letter, one of the most chilling pieces of evidence in the case.
The analysis of the evidence will be done by experts in the field including forensic scientists, criminologists and historians. They will come with their own theories and perspective that will shed light on the crime.
What really happened in Whitechapel more than a century ago? Who was Jack the Ripper, and why did he commit these horrific crimes? Find out in the premiere episode of Forensic History: Crimes, Frauds, and Scandals.