After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal

Victorian Thames Torso Murders

May 27, 2024
Explore the chilling Thames Torso Murders, eerily parallel to Jack the Ripper, as they unfolded in Victorian London. Delve into the horrifying societal issues of misogyny and violence against women while examining the gruesome discovery of dismembered bodies. Witness the media frenzy and public panic that surrounded these murders, a stark reflection of gender dynamics of the time. Finally, honor the forgotten victims, emphasizing their humanity rather than fixating on the killer.
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