True Crime

JonBenét Ramsey Murder Case: New Information Reveals Major Flaws in the Investigation (EXCLUSIVE)

Carly Sitzer

Updated

on

Jonbenet ramsey tombstone
ATLANTA - AUGUST 16: The grave of JonBenet Ramsey is shown August 16, 2006 in Marietta, Georgia. A suspect in the murder of Ramsey, the 6-year-old beauty queen whose parents were under suspicion early on, was arrested today in Thailand. (Photo by Barry Williams/Getty Images)

This Christmas will mark 20 years since six-year-old beauty queen JonBenét Ramsey was brutally murdered — and even after two decades, the world is without answers as to who is responsible for this horribly gruesome act.

But now, In Touch can exclusively uncover that new information into the investigation reveals how it was mishandled from the very beginning.

MUST SEE: JonBenét Ramsey Murder: Brother Burke Sues Investigator Werner Spitz for Defamation

“The entire investigation from the beginning was botched,” famed forensic pathologist Cyril Wech told In Toucht exclusively. “And it has been so for 20 years.”

This comes shortly the Boulder district attorney announced plans to conduct new, sophisticated DNA testing on samples found on the JonBenét’s clothes, following the revelation that for years the DNA test results have been incredibly misinterpreted.

john and patsy ramsey getty images

JonBenét’s parents, John and Patsy.

The DNA test has likely been subjected to the most speculation, as it was previously found that DNA samples found in the girl’s underwear belonged to an “unknown male,” but updated testing in 2008 found that it was “likely” the samples came from “more than two people” in addition to JonBenét and “should not be considered a single-source profile,” an investigation by the local Daily Camera revealed.

The investigation’s focus on a single perpetrator may have been detrimental, former US attorney for Colorado Troy Eid told the Camera.

“It’s a rather obvious point, but if you’re looking for someone that doesn’t exist, because actually it’s several people, it’s problem,” he explained.

MUST SEE: Why the 911 Call May Hold Secrets to the JonBenét Case

And the problems with the testing is more than scientific. After DNA samples cleared John Mark Karr, who confessed to the murder, and JonBenét’s parents, John and Patsy, and brother Burke of the crime, the then-district attorney Mary T. Lacy wrote a controversial letter apologizing them — but the current prosecutor in Boulder, Stan Garnett, thinks Lacy fell guilty to “confirmation bias” and overlooked any evidence that didn’t support her theory.

ransom note getty images

While the world isn’t any closer to answers than we were on Dec. 26, 1996, Greg Testa — the police chief in Boulder — vowed to keep searching for answers.

A reproduction of the Ramsey’s ransom note.

“We have not and will not give up,” he said. “We remain focused on this investigation and finding justice for JonBenét.”

For more on this story, pick up the latest issue of In Touch — and for more exclusive content sign up for our newsletter!
itw cover

Trending News

Celebrity News2 days ago

Adam Levine Looks Unrecognizable During Outing With Wife Behati Prinsloo Following Cheating Scandal

Royals4 days ago

Meghan Markle Reportedly ‘Frustrated’ the Word ‘Royal’ Was Used During ‘MasterChef’ Appearance

True Crime4 days ago

Savannah Guthrie Turns Down Extra Security at ‘Today’: ‘She’s Not Giving Up Her Normal Life’

Exclusive4 days ago

Meghan Markle ‘Buzzing’ After Australia Trip, ‘Reinforced Her Belief That She Can Best’ Princess Kate (Exclusive)

Health4 days ago

Christina Applegate Breaks Silence on Health Scare Amid Reports Friends Were Fearing the Worst

News4 days ago

‘16 & Pregnant’ Star Set to Be Released From Prison 7 Years After Attempted Bank Robbery

Exclusive4 days ago

Jennifer Lopez’s ‘Rebound’ Romance With Brett Goldstein Was ‘Never Going to Turn Into Anything Serious’ (Exclusive)

Crime3 days ago

Joseph Duggar Victim Reportedly ‘Not Scared’ as Former Reality Star’s Sexual Assault Case Continues

Royals3 days ago

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Reportedly File to Trademark Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet’s Names

Reality TV2 days ago

Kim Zolciak’s Ex ‘Big Poppa’ Dead at 68

Celebrity Couples3 days ago

Katie Holmes Sparks Rumors That She’s Dating Joshua Jackson by ‘Liking’ Posts About Them as a Couple

True Crime3 days ago

Nancy Guthrie Update: Former FBI Agent Offers Hope in Recent DNA Development