Dateline NBC Secrets of the Sliding Door Airs May 4 2025 on NBC
This Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 10/9c, Dateline NBC presents “Secrets of the Sliding Door”, an investigation into the violent murder of Simeonette Mapes-Crupi in Staten Island, New York, and the shocking secrets behind her husband’s actions.
On July 5, 2012, Jonathan Crupi called 911, claiming he came home to find his wife, Simeonette, dead from a violent attack. Police discovered Simeonette had been pushed down a flight of stairs and stabbed 15 times in their home. While the crime scene appeared to have been ransacked, there were no signs of forced entry, and a rear sliding glass door was left ajar.
In a deeply troubling case, detectives uncovered disturbing evidence about Jonathan Crupi’s life—his use of a sex worker, “Miss Pumpkin,” and a series of incriminating actions. Investigators found DNA linking Crupi to the crime scene and uncovered search histories on Crupi’s laptop suggesting he had planned the murder. Crupi’s actions and his shocking behavior after his wife’s death raised red flags, leading to his eventual arrest.
Correspondent Keith Morrison reports on this chilling case, featuring interviews with law enforcement, family members, and key figures in the investigation. Tune in for “Secrets of the Sliding Door” this Sunday at 10/9c for a powerful and emotional episode that uncovers the dark secrets and tragic end of Simeonette Mapes-Crupi.
