Who Killed JonBenet?
The shocking murder of JonBenet Ramsey remains unsolved and dogged investigators continue to work the case -- looking at clues and tips to generate new theories about who killed her. A wide range of suspects are brought to light in this episode, including the Ramsey's housekeeper as well as the man who portrayed Santa Claus at a holiday party that she attended, days before JonBenet was found murdered.
Airs: March 3, 2017 at 8p ET
The full ransom note in the JonBenet case
Patsy Ramsey told police she found this ransom note on a staircase in her home before realizing her daughter was missing. Investigators said the note was unusual for several reasons:
"There were a number of things unusual about the note. Number one, the length of the note was very long, three pages," said retired Detective Fred Patterson of the Boulder Police Department to HLN.
"I've seen and worked a number of kidnappings for the FBI and most of the notes are very short, they’re very terse, very succinct and they give very specific instructions, almost like bullet points," retired FBI Special Agent Ron Walker told HLN. "I have never seen a ransom kidnapping that asks for such a specific amount of money: $118,000."
Jonbenet Ramsey: Forever Six
JonBenet Patricia Ramsey, was a 6-year-old beauty queen found murdered in her home in Boulder, Colorado, on December 26, 1996. The question still remains of who killed the little girl who won titles including Little Miss Colorado, Little Miss Charlevoix, Colorado State All-Star Kids Cover Girl, America's Royale Miss and National Tiny Miss Beauty.
The body of JonBenet is carried out of the Peachtree Presbyterian Church in Atlanta on Tuesday, December 31, 1996.
John and Patsy Ramsey promised a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of their daughter's murderer during an interview on Thursday, May 1, 1997, in Boulder.
Binders were crammed with investigators' reports in the JonBenet case. Reports revealed that her skull had been fractured and the ransom note came from a notepad from the Ramsey's home.
Candles surround a portrait of JonBenet outside her Boulder home after a candlelight vigil on the one-year anniversary of her murder on December 26, 1997. A year after the murder, Boulder police indicated John and Patsy Ramsey were under "an umbrella of suspicion," and would be questioned again.
Forensics expert Henry Lee leaves a conference on the University of Colorado campus after meeting with Boulder and Colorado law enforcement officials to review the evidence in the Ramsey case in June 1998.
Police tape off the home of John and Patsy Ramsey in Boulder in December 1996. Patsy said she found a ransom note demanding $118,000 for JonBenet's return. Their daughter was found dead in their basement that same day.
Kenneth Scott, of Denver, protests the outcome of the grand jury investigation in front of the Boulder County Justice Center on October 14, 1999. District Attorney Alex Hunter stated that no indictments would be issued because of a lack of evidence.
Thai police officials escort U.S. teacher John Mark Karr at the Thai Immigration Department in Bangkok on August 17, 2006. Officials announced Karr as a suspect in the case. Karr said he was present when JonBenet died, and that he loved her and her death was an accident. On August 26, 2006, the Boulder County District Attorney decided not to charge Karr in connection with the murder after DNA tests confirmed that he wasn't a match to the evidence found at the crime scene.
Patsy Ramsey died in Roswell, Georgia, at the age of 49 after a 13-year battle with ovarian cancer. Her unmarked grave is pictured in front of the grave site of her daughter on August 16, 2006, at the St. James Episcopal Church Cemetery in Marietta, Georgia.
The 9-1-1 call the morning of JonBenet's death
"How it Really Happened" revisits the unsolved murder of JonBenet Ramsey. This is the entire 9-1-1 call made by her mother, Patsy, the morning JonBenet went missing.
Did an intruder kill JonBenet Ramsey?
In this clip from "How it Really Happened: Who Killed JonBenet?" Detective Lou Smit says evidence points to an intruder as the killer of JonBenet.
JonBenet ransom note still puzzles investigators
In this episode of "How it Really Happened: Who Killed JonBenet?" investigators find strange clues in the ransom note left at the home of JonBenet Ramsey.
Season 1: Episodes
The Menendez Brothers: Murder in Beverly Hills
A wealthy couple was found shot dead in their own home while watching TV and the nation was shocked when investigators later charged the couple's sons, Lyle and Erik, with their murder. The case was a first of its kind -- a sensational murder trial with camera-ready players that seemed made for Hollywood. This episode reveals the twists and turns of this trial including the shocking motive for the murders.
Airs: January 27, 2017
The O.J. Simpson Case: Other Killer Theories
Twenty years after the trial of the century and its aftermath, new theories are still emerging about who brutally killed Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman. This episode explores a serial killer's confession, a possible hit man who claims responsibility, and O.J.'s eldest son, Jason Simpson.
Airs: February 3, 2017
Prince: The End
What led to the sudden death of one of music's most talented and most private superstars? Tragically, Prince was found dead and alone in the elevator of his home just days after his last live performance. This episode pulls back the curtain to expose the secret struggles the music genius faced and traces the early years of his life up to his final days.
Airs: February 10, 2017
The Life and Death of Anna Nicole Smith
Anna Nicole Smith was an American model, actress, and 1993's Playboy Playmate of the Year, who was best known for her public court battle over her late husband's multimillion-dollar estate. She lived a glamorous life that was cut short when she was found dead at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. This episode examines what led to her mysterious death and how it happened.
Airs: February 17, 2017
The Death of Michael Jackson
The "King of Pop" was found dead in his home under mysterious circumstances. What did Michael Jackson's children and trusted staff witness prior to his sudden death? Did his personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, cause Jackson's demise? Some suggest Jackson took his own life and others claim he was murdered by those who thought Jackson's worth was more dead than alive.
Airs: February 24, 2017
Who Killed JonBenet?
The shocking murder of JonBenet Ramsey remains unsolved and dogged investigators continue to work the case -- looking at clues and tips to generate new theories about who killed her. A wide range of suspects are brought to light in this episode, including the Ramsey's maid and the man who portrayed Santa Claus at a holiday party, days before JonBenet was found murdered.
Airs: March 3, 2017
JFK Jr.'s Tragic Final Flight
When the plane John F. Kennedy, Jr. was piloting crashed near Martha's Vineyard, it seemed as though the "Kennedy Curse" had claimed another victim. The country was stunned. How could this have happened? This episode examines what factors led to that fateful flight and features a never-before-seen interview with the person who may have been the last to speak with JFK Jr. just moments before the tragic accident.
Airs: March 10, 2017
The Final Days of Whitney Houston
This episode takes a closer look at the final days of Whitney Houston who was found dead in a bathtub at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. The pop star was on the brink of a comeback and scheduled to perform at a Grammy Awards party that night. What were the circumstances that led to her misfortune? This episode uncovers details of Houston's last days and her tumultuous relationship with Bobby Brown.
Airs: March 24, 2017
The Strange Case of Jeffrey Dahmer
In the Spring of 1991, police had no idea a serial killer was on the loose. This gripping hour explores how Dahmer carefully selected his victims and how he evaded police scrutiny for years. The episode includes a chilling account by one of his victims who lived to tell his harrowing story.
Airs: April 7, 2017
Capturing the Unabomber
This episode takes viewers inside the FBI's investigation of one of America's most notorious terrorists, "Unabomber" Ted Kaczynski. The nation was on edge as a string of bombings killed and injured innocent Americans. How did the Unabomber choose his targets and elude capture for so long? Also featured is a new interview with his brother, the man who ultimately turned him in to authorities.
Airs: April 28, 2017
What Killed Heath Ledger?
To many, Heath Ledger had it all --baby and burgeoning career, but this episode reveals things are not as they seem. Ledger finished filming his Oscar-worthy performance of his gritty portrayal of the Joker in the "The Dark Knight." Ledger's body was found in his apartment and investigators were led to discover bizarre drawings and puzzling clues, including a diary Ledger created detailing his immersion of the Joker persona. Did this dark role impact his real life and what was his connection to Mary-Kate Olsen?
Airs: April 14, 2017
DC Madam: The Woman Who Knew Too Much
"DC Madam" Deborah Jeane Palfrey ran a high-end escort service that catered to DC's power players. She was charged with racketeering and threatened to expose names on her client list. Palfrey was found hanging on her mother's property. Investigators ruled it a suicide, but was her death something more sinister?
Airs: May 5, 2017