Burke Ramsey urges DNA testing to solve sister's 1996 murder

Burke Ramsey, the brother of JonBenét Ramsey, has broken a decade of silence to advocate for new forensic testing in the unsolved 1996 homicide of his six-year-old sister. Speaking in recent interviews, the 39-year-old Ramsey emphasized that investigators should focus on unidentified male DNA found on JonBenét’s clothing and under her fingernails.

He stated that this trace DNA does not match any family member and represents the best opportunity to identify the killer. The case, which occurred in Boulder, Colorado, involved a lengthy ransom note demanding $118,000 and ended with the discovery of JonBenét’s body in her family’s basement.

As the case approaches its 30th anniversary, several media projects are revisiting the investigation. ABC is airing a new “20/20” special featuring Diane Sawyer, and Netflix is scheduled to release an eight-part series titled “The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey” in December. These productions include new interviews with forensic experts, investigators, and members of the Ramsey family.