Move aside, Ted Bundy — there’s a new-old captivating serial figure in the neighborhood.
Recent AI-generated depictions of Jack the Ripper unveil the notorious 19th-century murderer as a charming gentleman exuding a captivating, intense gaze.
These alluring illustrations were created by Jeff Leahy, a dedicated Ripper aficionado from Carmarthen, Wales, who delved into the killer’s narrative through a miniseries and extensive research spanning decades.
Utilizing the Midjourney software in conjunction with data and existing images of Aaron Kosminski, a prime suspect’s relatives, Leahy crafted a remarkably striking portrait of the enigmatic figure.
“It’s truly remarkable to have a visual representation of him. The image’s impact took me by surprise,” Leahy shared with SWNS.
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Kosminski, a Polish-born barber employed in Whitechapel, the infamous locale in London’s East End where the gruesome murders transpired during the late 1800s.
Despite being identified by numerous experts as the Ripper, Kosminski’s culpability has never been definitively proven.
“There has never been a visual depiction of him, and this rendition is likely the closest we will ever come,” Leahy remarked.
“It’s incredibly thrilling to finally assign a face to one of history’s most infamous serial killers. I possessed several images of his close relatives, including his sister Matilda, uncle, and brother-in-law. Given the interconnected familial relationships through generations, particularly cousins marrying, these images proved invaluable,” he added.
The new portrayal bears little resemblance to the sole facial composite previously unearthed, discovered in a UK law enforcement facility archive back in 2022.
Engrossed by Ripper lore since the age of ten, Leahy embarked on a Ripper-themed tour with a family member, sparking his enduring fascination with the subject.
Jack the Ripper incited widespread fear in London in 1888 by gruesomely attacking and mutilating a series of sex workers in a poverty-stricken district of the city.
The infamous moniker originated from a letter claiming responsibility for the heinous acts, implicating various individuals, including members of royalty, artists, and writers.
Throughout the years, Kosminski has emerged as a prominent suspect in the Ripper saga.
Following the killer’s reign of terror, Kosminski was institutionalized in the early 1890s due to mental health concerns.
He passed away in 1919 at the age of 53.
