The so-called ‘Canonical Five” victims of Jack the Ripper were:
- Elizabeth Stride
- Mary Jane Kelly
- Mary Ann Nichols
- Annie Chapman
- Catherine Eddowes
Nicknamed the “Whitechapel Murderer” and the “Leather Apron,” Jack the Ripper was notorious for slitting his victims’ throats before mutilating their bodies, removing internal organs in at least three cases.
Despite widespread belief that the victims were prostitutes, Penguin Books has noted that there is little definitive evidence to support this claim.
Over the years, Jack the Ripper’s crimes have inspired hundreds of books, films, and documentaries. Modern-day sleuths and historians like Edwards have spent decades trying to solve the mystery, contributing to the ongoing fascination with the case.
What Happens Next?
Following his discovery, Edwards has sought legal action to officially recognize Kosminski as Jack the Ripper. According to the Daily Mail, Edwards has enlisted a legal team to push for an inquest into the case.
