The brutal murder of Sir Danvers Carew marks a pivotal moment in Jekyll and hyde chapter 4, showcasing Hyde's descent into uncontrollable violence. This chapter 4 jekyll and hyde summary details the horrific crime witnessed by a maid and the subsequent investigation, highlighting key themes of duality and Victorian propriety.
• The murder occurs nearly a year after the previous events, in October
• A maid witnesses Hyde brutally attacking Sir Danvers Carew with a cane
• The crime's savagery shocks London society
• Mr. Utterson identifies the victim and recognizes the murder weapon as Jekyll's cane
• The chapter serves as a crucial turning point in the Jekyll and hyde detective novel climax