Occurring from the mid-1970s to 1981, the Ripper committed 13 murders. Viewed as ritualistic in nature, they were done with extreme brutality as he mocked the police during their desperate hunt for him. The victims were primiarly prostitutes or poor girls, with a few working girls tossed in. Generally he would hit a victim on the head with a hammer, sexually assault the lady, mutilate her, and then redress/re-arrangement the clothing and cover the corpse with her own coat.

Left for Dead by the Yorkshire Ripper is a gripping crime documentary that delves into the horrifying crimes committed by the notorious Yorkshire Ripper in 1970s and 1980s England. Through voice recordings, identikit pictures, and narration, the film reveals the shocking details of the serial killer's spree, the investigation by the British police, and the impact on the victims and their families.