CBS News - JonBenét Ramsey's dad on evidence he thinks will solve murder case
The murder of JonBenét Ramsey, a child beauty queen, remains unsolved nearly 28 years later. Her father, John Ramsey, believes the killer entered their home while the family was out and murdered JonBenét after they returned and went to sleep. Despite initial suspicion on the parents, they were never charged, and John Ramsey continues to seek justice for his daughter. He urges the Boulder Police Department to utilize modern technology, including DNA testing, to solve the case. There are seven items from the crime scene that still need testing, but the police claim they are pursuing all viable leads. John Ramsey is hopeful that advancements in DNA technology will eventually solve the case. He reflects on his family's move to Boulder and the beauty pageants JonBenét participated in, acknowledging mixed feelings about their safety and privacy at the time. The report also includes insights from Erin Moriarty, who has covered the case for years, and highlights the challenges faced by the Ramsey family, including Patsy Ramsey's battle with cancer.
Key Points:
- John Ramsey believes the killer entered their home during Christmas dinner and murdered JonBenét after they returned.
- The Boulder Police Department is urged to use modern DNA technology to solve the case, with seven crime scene items still needing testing.
- Despite initial suspicion, JonBenét's parents were never charged, and John Ramsey continues to seek justice.
- Advancements in DNA technology may eventually solve the case, according to John Ramsey.
- The family reflects on their move to Boulder and JonBenét's participation in beauty pageants, with mixed feelings about safety and privacy.