Jim Hobson on outcome of Peter Sutcliffe trial

Title

Jim Hobson on outcome of Peter Sutcliffe trial

Genre

Press conference

TX Date

Jun 1981

Year of production

1981

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Duration

00:03:26

Description

Press statement by Chief Superintendent Jim Hobson following the conviction of serial killer Peter Sutcliffe, the Yorkshire Ripper. Hobson, the officer in charge of the murder inquiry, says he is pleased with the outcome and does not accept criticism levelled at the Police regarding the handling of the investigation. Male reporter not identified.

Contributors

James Hobson

Keywords

Crime; Police; Homicide; Murderers; Yorkshire Ripper; Peter Sutcliffe; Trials; Criminal investigation; Verdicts

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