Family of Carla Walker spurs legislation aimed at solving cold cases nationwide [Video]

BENBROOK, Texas — Jim Walker is preparing to celebrate his 50th Christmas without his sister, Carla. She was just 17 years old in 1974 when she was abducted, raped and strangled to death.

“I loved her, and I regret not having her in my life,” Jim said, his voice heavy with emotion.“There’s still healing that’s taking place… It will be a lifelong journey.”

For decades, Carla’s case remained unsolved. But in 2021, 46 years after her murder, her killer was identified, convicted and brought to justice thanks to advances in DNA technology.

“It’s freeing,” Jim said. “You know, it’s not gonna bring Carla back, but it was freeing.”

Now, Jim Walker has a new purpose: helping other families find closure.

On Thursday, U.S. Senator John Cornyn officially introduced the Carla Walker Act, legislation …