Room 223: What Happened To Rachel Siani?

Send us a textIn 2000, 21-year-old college student and exotic dancer Rachel Siani was found dead beneath a highway bridge in New Jersey. Initially suspected to be a suicide, the investigation soon revealed foul play. Surveillance footage and forensic evidence linked her death to John “Jack” Denofa, a married man who had become obsessed with her. The Rachel Siani case underscores the importance of forensic evidence in solving crimes and highlights the tragic consequences of obsession and rejection.Sources:Philly Homicide: S1, EP 10 Dancing for the Devil Forensic Files: S13, EP 7 Last Dancehttps://www.nj.com/burlington/2025/02/nearly-25-years-after-murder-exotic-dancers-killer-granted-hearing-on-life-term.htmlhttps://www.sportskeeda.com/us/shows/5-key-details-rachael-siani-s-murder*This podcast is independently produced using publicly available information and personal research. I approach each story with care and respect, though I recognize that I may not always have access to every voice or perspective involved. If you’re connected to the story and would like to share your experience, I truly welcome the opportunity to include your insights in a future update. Email Residue: residuepodcast@gmail.comFind RESIDUE online:Instagram: @residuepodcastTik Tok: @residuepodcast Facebook: Residue:A True Crime Podcast Credits: RESIDUE is Hosted/Produced/Researched/Edited by Chrissy Champagne THEME SONG: "Dance Of Death" by Purple Planet Music collection written and performed by Chris Martyn and Geoff Harvey. Additional music provided by Epidemic Sound. Residue logo designed by Tricia CappelliSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.