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What happened to JonBenet Ramsey? On December 26, 1996, 6-year-old JonBenét Ramsey, a child beauty queen, was found dead in the basement of her home in Boulder, Colorado, having been strangled, with a ransom note found earlier that day, leading to a decades-long, high-profile investigation. Here's a more detailed account: The Discovery: JonBenét's body was discovered in the basement of her family's home at 755 15th Street in Boulder, Colorado, on December 26, 1996. Cause of Death: The autopsy revealed that JonBenét died from asphyxiation by strangulation, with additional craniocerebral trauma. The Ransom Note: A ransom note demanding $118,000 for JonBenét's return was found earlier that day, adding to the mystery and initial focus on a kidnapping scenario. The Investigation: The Boulder Police Department has followed every lead, including more than 21,016 tips, letters, and emails, and interviewed over 1,000 individuals in 19 states. Lack of Conviction: Despite a major investigation, no one has been convicted of JonBenét's murder, and the case remains unsolved. Renewed Interest: Advances in DNA technology and public interest have rekindled hope for a breakthrough in the case. Ongoing Review: The case remains under constant review with federal, state, and local partners, and in consultation with DNA experts.