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crime1 year ago

JonBenét Ramsey Case Reignites with New Insights and Unseen Interviews

The unsolved murder of JonBenet Ramsey, a 6-year-old found dead in her Boulder, Colorado home in 1996, is gaining renewed attention due to advancements in DNA technology and increased public interest. Her father, John Ramsey, hopes these developments will finally identify her killer. Despite being exonerated, the Ramsey family faced years of public suspicion. Recent changes in police leadership and a Netflix docuseries have reignited efforts to solve the case, with investigators exploring the possibility of an intruder being responsible.

crime1 year ago

Renewed Optimism in Solving JonBenét Ramsey Case by 2025

Following the release of a Netflix docuseries on the unsolved murder of JonBenét Ramsey, Boulder police reaffirmed their commitment to solving the case but did not disclose any new leads. The 1996 murder of the six-year-old beauty queen remains a high-profile cold case, with renewed public interest and calls for advanced DNA testing. Boulder Police Chief Steve Redfearn emphasized the department's dedication to finding the killer, despite past criticisms of their investigation. The police department has denied claims of ignoring viable evidence and continues to pursue all tips.

crime1 year ago

JonBenét Ramsey's Father Urges DNA Tech to Crack Cold Case

John Ramsey, father of JonBenét Ramsey, believes advancements in DNA technology could help solve his daughter's 1996 murder case. Despite being exonerated, the Ramseys were initially suspects, and the case remains unsolved. John is collaborating on a Netflix docuseries to pressure police into using new DNA methods, hoping to identify the killer through genealogy research. The Boulder Police Department continues to prioritize the investigation, working with DNA experts to resolve the case.

crime1 year ago

Georgia Pond Discovery May Solve 1980 NY Couple's Disappearance

A car and human bone found in a Georgia pond may be linked to Charles and Catherine Romer, a couple who vanished in 1980. The vehicle, a Lincoln Continental, matches the description of the car the Romers were driving when they disappeared while returning home from Miami Beach. The discovery was made by a sonar team, and authorities are investigating the site for additional remains. The couple's disappearance had raised suspicions of foul play due to the valuable jewelry Catherine Romer was wearing at the time.

crime1 year ago

Missing NY Couple's Car Discovered in Georgia After 44 Years

A car matching the description of a 1978 Lincoln driven by Charles and Catherine Romer, a wealthy New York couple who vanished in 1980, has been found submerged in a Georgia pond near their last known location. A human bone was discovered inside the vehicle, and the Georgia Bureau of Investigation is involved in the case. The couple disappeared while returning from Miami Beach, and foul play was suspected due to the valuable jewelry Catherine was wearing. The pond is being drained to further investigate the remains and circumstances of their disappearance.

entertainment1 year ago

JonBenét Ramsey's Father Pushes for Justice Amid New Claims and Theories

Netflix's documentary "Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey" revisits the unsolved murder of JonBenét Ramsey, focusing on police and prosecutorial missteps while suggesting an intruder theory. Directed by Joe Berlinger, the series critiques the media's portrayal of the Ramseys and examines biases in the investigation. However, it lacks nuance, failing to address cultural and gender dynamics that influenced public perception and legal proceedings. The documentary highlights the complexities and ongoing speculation surrounding the case, but doesn't provide definitive answers.

crime1 year ago

"Authorities in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, Continue Pursuit of Justice in 1988 Sue Swedell Disappearance"

Sue Swedell disappeared in 1988 at the age of 19, and authorities in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, are still dedicated to solving the case. Despite extensive efforts, including interviews, DNA testing, and following up on leads, no physical evidence has been found. Sue's sister Christine remains hopeful for closure and continues to advocate for the case, while authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Decade-Long Missing Woman Discovered in San Diego Freezer, Police Confirm Identity"

In San Diego, California, the body of Mary Margaret Haxby-Jones, who may have been deceased for up to nine years, was found in a freezer by visiting family members. The San Diego Police Homicide Unit is investigating the case as a suspicious death due to the lack of obvious traumatic injury and the unusual circumstances of the discovery. Detectives are delving into her past and financial records to uncover potential motives, including financial gain from not reporting her death. The cause of death is still under investigation by the Medical Examiner’s Office.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Arrest Made in 20-Year-Old Rochester Arson Case That Claimed Young Girl's Life"

Timothy Kuhn has been arrested and charged with murder and arson for the 2004 death of 8-year-old Savannah Streber in a Rochester, New York fire. The case, which had gone cold, was revived with new information leading to a grand jury indictment. Kuhn, who had a volatile relationship with the victim's mother and was under a no-contact order at the time of the fire, was taken into custody in Florida and is now held without bail in Monroe County Jail.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Decade-Long Search Ends as Divers Recover Missing Orlando Woman's Remains in Pond"

Volunteer divers from Sunshine State Sonar have discovered the remains of Sandra Lemire, a Florida woman who went missing nearly 12 years ago, in a retention pond near Walt Disney World. The breakthrough came after a tip regarding a cellphone tower's last recorded call from Lemire's phone, leading to the discovery of her minivan submerged in 14 feet of water. This find potentially closes a long-standing missing person case.

crime-and-investigations2 years ago

"Remains of Missing Florida Mom Discovered in Pond After Nearly a Decade"

Volunteer divers from Sunshine State Sonar have discovered a vehicle with human remains in a retention pond near Disney World in Florida, believed to be those of Sandra Lemire, a mom who vanished in 2012. The find potentially resolves a decade-long mystery following a tip related to Lemire's last phone call. Authorities are working to officially identify the remains.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Decade-Long Search Ends as Divers Find Remains of Missing Florida Mother in Pond"

Volunteer divers from Sunshine State Sonar have reportedly found the remains of Sandra Lemire, a Florida woman who went missing in 2012, in a vehicle submerged in a retention pond near Walt Disney World. The discovery potentially resolves a 12-year-old missing person case after a tip regarding a cellphone tower led the divers to the specific pond where they located the minivan with Lemire's remains inside.

crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Decade-Long Search Ends as Missing Orlando Woman's Remains Discovered Near Disney World"

The remains of Sandra Lemire, who went missing in 2012, were found in a retention pond near Walt Disney World by a volunteer dive group, Sunshine State Sonar. The discovery was made after the group received a tip about her last cell phone tower ping. The red minivan she was last seen driving was also located, ending a nearly 12-year search and bringing closure to her family, who had feared foul play. The case, now believed to be a tragic car accident, is under investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol, with the Medical Examiner’s Office working to officially identify the remains.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Volunteer Divers Discover Remains of Missing Florida Mother Near Disney World After 12 Years"

The remains of Sandra Lemire, an Orlando mother who disappeared in 2012, were found in a retention pond near Disney World by Sunshine State Sonar, a search and recovery team. Lemire had been missing since going on a date with a man she met online and was last seen driving her grandmother's van. The discovery was made after the team received new information from the Orlando Police Department and used sonar to locate the submerged vehicle. The case, initially suspected to involve foul play, turned out to be a tragic car accident. The recovery of Lemire's remains provides closure to her family after an 11-year search.