The family was never cleared by the DA because of the DNA evidence that was found. When the DA made that statement she was immediately castigated (rightly so) for saying it cleared the family. The DNA, which has never given a true genetic marker because of the extremely small sample, just shows that unknown DNA was present. Many experts believe it was left by a worker at the plant where the undergarments were made.
This case is full of oddities, but none more so than the 2-1/2 page ransom note. A killer broke in, used a marker and pen from the household to write a LONG ransom note, then leaves the body in the basement? Not likely. My opinion is an accident occurred and Patsy tried to cover it up.
Beware to whomever begins to study this case! There are many rabbit trails and it can end up driving you nutty trying to piece it all together. (Case in point-—the pineapple in JonBenet’s stomach/upper digestive tract). I’ve studied it from all different angles and I always come back to the same conclusion: an accident and coverup. Patsy is gone and John will never talk. However, Burke, the older brother was there that night and may have heard something. He may talk someday.
Kharis13