Peter Sutcliffe, also known as the Yorkshire Ripper, was a British serial killer who terrorized northern England during the late 1970s. His case remains one of the most infamous in British criminal history due to the brutality of his crimes and the impact they had on society. Here is an overview of Peter Sutcliffe’s life and crimes:
Early Life and Background:
- Birth: Peter William Sutcliffe was born on June 2, 1946, in Bingley, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
- Family Background: Sutcliffe grew up in a working-class family in Yorkshire. He was described as a quiet child who experienced bullying and struggled academically.
- Employment: After leaving school, Sutcliffe held various jobs, including working as a gravedigger and a truck driver. He later became a long-distance lorry driver.
Crimes:
The Murders:
- Timeline: Between 1975 and 1980, Sutcliffe committed a series of murders and attacks primarily targeting women in northern England, particularly in Leeds and Bradford.
- Victims: Sutcliffe’s victims were often women who were sex workers or women he perceived as sex workers. He attacked them with blunt instruments, including hammers and screwdrivers, and in some cases, he mutilated their bodies.
- Number of Victims: Sutcliffe was convicted of murdering 13 women and attempting to murder seven others. However, it is believed that he may have attacked…
