Jack the Ripper

Fourth Kill

188

The body of Catherine Eddowes is discovered in Mitre Square in the City of London at 1:45 am

First Kill

Aug 31, 1888

Jack the Rippers first kill, Mary Ann Nichols at 3:30 am

Leather Apron

Sep 4, 1888

Police start questioning prostitutes and find out about a man they call the 'Leather Apron' who extorts money out of them.

Second Kill

Sep 8, 1888

Second, confirmed kill of Jack the Ripper, Annie Chapman. Found in the Backyard of 29 Hanbury street at 6:00 am

Mile End Vigilance comitee

Sep 10, 1888

Formed to assist the police and help catch the killer.

Leather Apron Caught

Sep 10, 1888

John Pizer, whom Sergeant Thick maintains is recognized as "Leather Apron," is arrested. He can, however, provide alibis for the two recent murders and is released.

Jack the Ripper letter

Sep 27, 1888

letter sent to sent to central new agency signed Jack the Ripper

Third Kill

Sep 30, 1888

The body of Elizabeth Stride is found in Berner Street, off Commercial Road at 1:00am

Letter made Public

Oct 1, 1888

the police make the Jack the Ripper letter public

Second letter sent

Oct 6, 1888

Mr GeorgeLusk receives another letter containing half a kidney.

Last Kill

Oct 9, 1888

25-year-old Mary Kelly is found dead in her room, 13 Miller's Court, Dorset Street, Spitalfields.