Jack the Ripper in The Shropshire Star
Russell Edwards on Jack the Ripper’s Identity: Exclusive Interview with the Shropshire Star
Russell Edwards, the man who claims to have finally unmasked the notorious serial killer Jack the Ripper, recently sat down with the Shropshire Star for a gripping interview. Edwards, who captured headlines in 2014 after identifying Aaron Kosminski, a Polish barber, as the elusive murderer, delved into his decade-long investigation that culminated in his book, Naming Jack the Ripper.
In the interview, Edwards revisited key moments from his groundbreaking discovery, which relied heavily on forensic evidence—most notably, DNA extracted from a shawl found near the body of Ripper victim Catherine Eddowes. Edwards collaborated with top genetic experts, using cutting-edge mitochondrial DNA analysis to link Kosminski’s descendants to the crime scene.
Speaking candidly about Jack the Ripper in The Shropshire Star, Edwards emphasized the emotional toll of the investigation, saying, “It was a pursuit of justice for the victims who never got it.” He also addressed skeptics, maintaining confidence in his findings and defending the scientific rigor behind the research. While Jack the Ripper’s identity has been debated for over a century, Edwards firmly believes his work puts the mystery to rest.
To read the full interview, visit the Shropshire Star website, where Edwards shares insights into his research, the backlash from the true crime community, and what he hopes his findings will mean for the enduring legacy of one of history’s darkest chapters.
For fans of true crime, history, and those intrigued by the mystery of Jack the Ripper, this interview provides a fascinating deep dive into the mind of the man who claims to have solved the century-old case.
Those who would like to read the full story, you can purchase Russell’s new book, Naming Jack the Ripper – The Definitive Reveal here
