In this episode of Morbid Instinct, the hosts discuss the third installment of the Netflix series Homicide New York, titled Vanished on Wall Street. The case revolves around the murder of Eridonia Rodriguez, a janitorial staff member who went missing after her overnight shift. Her body was eventually found in an air duct in the building. The hosts highlight the quick resolution of the case, as the suspect, Joseph Pabon, had a history of violent behavior against women and his DNA was found under Rodriguez's fingernails. They also discuss the importance of early intervention in missing persons cases and the disturbing behavior of some perpetrators during trials.

Takeaways

• The case of Eridonia Rodriguez's murder was quickly resolved due to DNA evidence and the suspect's history of violent behavior against women.
• Early intervention is crucial in missing persons cases, as waiting for the 48-hour mark can decrease the chances of finding the person alive.
• Some perpetrators exhibit disturbing behavior during trials, such as mocking the victim's family or smiling inappropriately.
• The hosts discuss the prevalence of true crime cases in New York and the impact of highly populated areas on crime rates.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Case

03:03 The Role of Surveillance Video in the Investigation

07:27 Family Concerns and the Importance of Early Intervention

09:47 The Behavior of Perpetrators During Trials

13:25 The Prevalence of True Crime Cases in New York