
Ripper Inquiry
The Ripper Inquiry refers to the investigation into a series of gruesome murders that occurred in the Whitechapel district of London in 1888, commonly attributed to the unidentified killer known as "Jack the Ripper." The inquiry was notable for its use of modern investigative techniques and media involvement, which captured public fascination and concern. Despite extensive efforts by police, the perpetrator was never caught, leading to widespread speculation and numerous theories about the killer's identity. The case remains one of history's most infamous unsolved mysteries, illustrating the challenges of criminal investigation in that era.