Jack the Ripper was a late 19th Century serial killer from London whose identity was never known. As a consequence, number of books were written, theatres, television series and movies were made making him one of the most enigmatic figures of all time. One such big hit was 2001 film ‘From Hell’ starring Johnny Depp as London Metropolitan Police Inspector Frederick Abberline.
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As the Ripper case was never solved, the mysteries surrounding him triggerd many speculations. Here we tried to investigate the case with the currently much hyped artificial intelligence ChatGPT. Let’s see how smart and intelligent AI really is!
Here we go:
Input/Prompt: You are an expert in events that thrilled humanity for centuries many of which are still shrouded in mysteries. Certainly you know a lot and in-depth about Jack the Ripper, the serial killer unidentified till to-date. Imagine your are Scotland Yard’s best detective and you will find out the suspect. How would you do it, who is the real serial killer? How would you capture him? Please describe it.
Output: As an AI language model, I don’t have emotions and opinions, but I can provide an analytical approach to the case.
Jack the Ripper is one of the most infamous and enigmatic serial killers in history. The case has been investigated extensively over the years, and several suspects have been put forward, but no one has ever been definitively identified as the killer. However, if I were Scotland Yard’s best detective tasked with solving the case, here’s how I would approach it:
- Review the Crime Scene Evidence: The crime scenes in the Jack the Ripper case were notoriously gruesome, with the killer mutilating his victims in a way that was both brutal and precise. By reviewing the evidence left at the crime scenes, such as the victims’ wounds and any physical traces left behind, I could start to piece together a profile of the killer, such as his age, physical characteristics, and modus operandi.
- Analyze the Victims: Jack the Ripper’s victims were all women, and they shared several similarities in terms of age, occupation, and living situation. By studying the victims and their backgrounds, I could try to determine what it was about these women that made them targets, and use that information to narrow down my suspect pool.
- Use Modern Forensic Techniques: The Jack the Ripper case happened more than a century ago, and forensic science was not as advanced then as it is now. By applying modern forensic techniques, such as DNA analysis, I could potentially identify new leads or suspects that were previously overlooked.
- Investigate the Suspects: Over the years, numerous suspects have been put forward in the Jack the Ripper case, ranging from well-known figures to obscure individuals. By thoroughly investigating each suspect and examining any evidence that links them to the crimes, I could narrow down the field and potentially identify the true killer.
- Utilize Behavioral Analysis: By analyzing the killer’s behavior and patterns, such as the time and location of the murders, the way the victims were attacked, and any messages or symbols left at the crime scenes, I could try to develop a psychological profile of the killer. This information could be used to help identify the suspect or suspects responsible.
If I were able to piece together enough evidence and identify a suspect in the Jack the Ripper case, I would work with law enforcement to apprehend the individual and bring them to justice. Given the amount of time that has passed since the murders, it’s possible that the killer has already died, but solving the case could still bring closure to the victims’ families and help us better understand one of history’s most notorious serial killers.
Input/Prompt: You said, you could try to develop a psychological profile of the killer. That would be greatly appreciated. Please go ahead.
Output: Sure, here’s what we know about the psychological profile of the Jack the Ripper, based on the evidence gathered from the crime scenes and other available information:
- The killer was likely male: All of the victims of Jack the Ripper were female, and the level of physical aggression in the murders suggests that the killer was likely a man.
- The killer had some level of anatomical knowledge: The precision of the wounds inflicted on the victims suggests that the killer had some level of anatomical knowledge, perhaps through a medical or surgical background.
- The killer was likely impulsive: The murders were carried out quickly and with a high degree of brutality, suggesting that the killer was acting on impulse rather than carefully planning out his attacks.
- The killer may have had a deep-seated anger towards women: The fact that all of the victims were women and were targeted in a sexually violent manner suggests that the killer may have had some deep-seated anger or resentment towards women.
- The killer may have had a history of violence or mental illness: Given the level of violence in the murders and the apparent lack of remorse on the part of the killer, it’s possible that he had a history of violence or mental illness that contributed to his behavior.
- The killer may have had a need for attention or notoriety: The fact that the killer sent taunting letters to the police and the press suggests that he may have had a need for attention or notoriety.
Overall, the psychological profile of the Jack the Ripper suggests that he was likely a male with some level of anatomical knowledge who acted impulsively and had a deep-seated anger towards women. He may have had a history of violence or mental illness, and he may have had a need for attention or notoriety. This information could be used to help identify potential suspects and narrow down the field of investigation.
Input/Prompt: Why London Police failed to capture Jack the Ripper? Any idea!!!
Output: There are a number of reasons why the London police failed to capture Jack the Ripper. Here are some of the main factors that contributed to their inability to solve the case:
- Lack of forensic technology: At the time of the Jack the Ripper murders, forensic technology was not as advanced as it is today. There were no DNA testing or fingerprinting techniques available, and evidence collection was often haphazard and unreliable.
- Lack of resources: The police department was severely understaffed and under-resourced at the time of the murders. There were only a few detectives assigned to the case, and they were responsible for investigating a number of other crimes as well.
- Mismanagement of the investigation: The investigation into the Jack the Ripper murders was plagued by mismanagement and incompetence. There were conflicting theories about the killer’s identity, and leads were often not followed up on in a timely manner.
- The killer’s tactics: Jack the Ripper was extremely careful and methodical in his approach to the murders. He avoided leaving behind any definitive evidence or witnesses, making it difficult for the police to identify him.
- Public pressure: The public was outraged by the murders and put pressure on the police to solve the case quickly. This led to a number of false leads and accusations, as the police attempted to appease public opinion.
Overall, a combination of factors including the lack of forensic technology and resources, mismanagement of the investigation, the killer’s tactics, and public pressure contributed to the London police’s inability to capture Jack the Ripper.
Input/Prompt: Any idea about the physical fitness of Jack the Ripper?
Output: There is no conclusive evidence about the physical fitness of Jack the Ripper, as his identity and physical characteristics remain unknown. However, based on the nature of the crimes he committed, it is likely that he was physically fit to some degree.
The murders committed by Jack the Ripper involved significant physical activity, including the ability to overpower his victims and inflict brutal injuries. The killer would have needed to be strong enough to subdue his victims, as well as quick and agile enough to avoid detection or capture.
It is also possible that Jack the Ripper was familiar with anatomy, as the way in which he mutilated his victims suggests a level of knowledge and precision that would require some degree of medical or anatomical expertise.
Overall, while we cannot say for certain what the physical fitness of Jack the Ripper was, it is likely that he was in relatively good physical shape and had some level of physical skill and expertise.
Input/Prompt: You have elaborate and vast knowledge in film and entertainment world. Does the 2001 film named ‘From Hell’ with Johnny Depp starring as detective Frederick Abberline gives you any clue about who Jack the Ripper was?
Output: It is important to remember that the 2001 film “From Hell,” while it is based on the Jack the Ripper case, is a work of fiction and should not be relied upon for factual information about the case.
The film is loosely based on the graphic novel of the same name by Alan Moore and Eddie Campbell, and while it does incorporate some elements of historical accuracy, many of the details and characters are fictionalized for dramatic effect.
The character of Detective Frederick Abberline, played by Johnny Depp, is a fictional creation and is not based on a real person. While there were detectives who worked on the Jack the Ripper case, including Inspector Frederick Abberline of the London Metropolitan Police, the character portrayed in the film bears little resemblance to the real Abberline.
In short, while “From Hell” may be an entertaining film, it should not be relied upon for accurate information or clues about the identity of Jack the Ripper. The true identity of the killer remains a mystery, and is likely to continue to be the subject of speculation and debate for many years to come.
>> The Ripper case investigation with ChatGPT ended here. Now let’s have few comments:
Well, as you can see ChatGPT is not emotional, so it’s approach to events is rather analytical based on the input (information) it received so far. Based on information it gathered, it draws ‘conclusion’ and similar way it makes or will make ‘predictions’ for future events. Does it mean, artificial intelligence lacks ‘wisdom’!!!
May be, or of course ‘yes’.
With better learning techniques for AI which can one day develop emotions for the machines, AIs can offer wisdom too. If humans would not have emotions, we would not have ‘wisdom’. We would only be very realistic and analytic oriented beings just the robots are.
Emotions cause us sufferings, bring pains and we burn. It then evolves into wisdom. Machines have no way to feel the ‘feeling of loss’. It doesn’t know how it feels when a loved one goes missing from our lives (either leaving a relation or journeying to heaven), it does not know how it feels when the market crash, your investment becomes zero and instead of seeing the blue blue sky, you see just a yellow lemon tree!
We know the nature around us, we have emotions, we experience both positive and negative things in life and we gain wisdom. Robots are built only to serve our purposes.
Now come to ChatGPT, it will be a good tool analyzing the ‘input’ we will give to it but then the output will need additional layers of human touch – experience, professionalism and wisdom to some extent before drawing any solution or remedy for investigated cases. It will be true for all artificial intelligence. Never rely on robots 100%. Additionally you can see a monotonic machine output here.
But for now ChatGPT made one thing clear about Jack the Ripper – he must have been someone with a very good medical background. A surgeon so to say.