The tragic death of six-year-old JonBenét Ramsey in 1996 remains one of America’s most enduring mysteries. This Saturday, CBS’s 48 Hours revisits the unsolved case in a new special, featuring exclusive insights from JonBenét’s father, John Ramsey, and correspondent Erin Moriarty, who has covered the story for over 25 years.
For true crime enthusiasts, the JonBenét Ramsey case continues to fascinate and frustrate in equal measure. Moriarty’s long involvement with the story allows 48 Hours to present a comprehensive overview, incorporating new details and revisiting crucial aspects of the investigation. This special episode focuses on John Ramsey’s perspective, offering his personal theory on the crime. He believes the perpetrator entered the house and concealed themselves while the family was at a Christmas dinner.
Driven by a desire to protect his surviving children and grandchildren, Ramsey speaks candidly about the lingering suspicion surrounding his family and his hope to finally clear their name. The weight of the unsolved case and the public scrutiny that followed continues to impact them, a “cloud” he desperately wants to lift.
Adding a poignant dimension to the episode, 48 Hours incorporates footage from a rare interview with both John and Patsy Ramsey, filmed before Patsy’s passing in 2006. In the interview, Patsy discusses the combined challenges of battling cancer and coping with the immense grief of losing her daughter.
The special also revisits 48 Hours’ own 2002 investigation, which challenged many prevailing media narratives surrounding the case at the time. Viewers can expect fresh perspectives on the investigation and a reflection on the enduring impact of JonBenét’s death on her family and the community of Boulder, Colorado.
An encore presentation of Scott Peterson: Case in Question will air at 9:00 PM, ET/PT, preceding the new episode. 48 Hours: The Search for JonBenét’s Killer airs Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 10:00 PM, ET/PT on CBS and streams on Paramount+.
