Dutfield's Yard (Elizabeth Stride's Murder Site), London

Dutfield's Yard, located off Berner Street (now Henriques Street) in Whitechapel, became a chilling crime scene in the early hours of Sunday, September 30, 1888. It was in this location that the life of Elizabeth Stride was tragically brought to an end. Stride's lifeless body was discovered around 1 a.m. within the dimly lit confines of Dutfield's Yard. The cause of her demise was a precise, single incision that spanned six inches across her neck, severing her left carotid artery, trachea, and ending just below her right jaw.

Curiously, in contrast to the other victims of the Ripper, Stride's body showed no additional mutilations. This has given rise to speculation and uncertainty regarding whether her murder was the handiwork of the infamous Ripper or if the assailant was interrupted during the assault. The lack of further bodily harm continues to fuel ongoing discussions and investigations surrounding her murderer's true identity.

In the aftermath of the crime, several witnesses came forward and informed the police that they had seen Stride in the company of a man near or in close proximity to Berner Street on the evening of September 29 and in the early hours of September 30; however, the descriptions provided by these witnesses varied significantly. Some mentioned a fair-haired individual, while others described a dark-haired man. Discrepancies also emerged regarding the man's attire, with some witnesses recalling a poorly dressed companion while others recalled a well-dressed one.

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Sight Name: Dutfield's Yard (Elizabeth Stride's Murder Site)
Sight Location: London, England (See walking tours in London)
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