The “Who Put Bella Down the Wych Elm?” Graffiti of 1944
The mysterious case of “Bella” has baffled investigators and captured the public’s imagination for decades. The skeletal remains of a woman were found in the trunk of a wych elm tree in Worcestershire, England, in 1943, but her true identity remains a mystery to this day. Numerous theories have circulated about who Bella may have been, ranging from a sex worker to a spy and even a victim of an occult ritual. However, no conclusive evidence has ever been found, leaving the case shrouded in mystery.
Adding to the intrigue was the sudden appearance of graffiti in Birmingham a year later, asking the ominous question: “Who put Bella down the Wych Elm?” The message only deepened the mystery, sparking rumors and speculation about what truly happened to this unknown woman. Despite ongoing investigations and occasional sightings of similar graffiti in the area, the truth about Bella’s fate remains elusive.