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The Carolinian Murder at Nags Head: The Janet Siclari Story
The Saga of a Brutal Murder
Janet Siclari, a beautiful 35-year-old visitor to the Outer Banks, was found raped and fatally stabbed on the early morning of August 28, 1993, behind the iconic Carolinian hotel at Nags Head. After a long and intriguing probe, two investigators ultimately charged a suspect, thanks to advances in DNA testing. Defense attorneys, trying to save that defendant’s life, argued another suspect could have killed Janet. In this moving narrative, based on exclusive interviews with case insiders, investigative author John Railey reveals for the first time all the twists and turns that led to the killer’s conviction.
Janet Siclari, a beautiful 35-year-old visitor to the Outer Banks, was found raped and fatally stabbed on the early morning of August 28, 1993, behind the iconic Carolinian hotel at Nags Head. After a long and intriguing probe, two investigators ultimately charged a suspect, thanks to advances in DNA testing. Defense attorneys, trying to save that defendant’s life, argued another suspect could have killed Janet. In this moving narrative, based on exclusive interviews with case insiders, investigative author John Railey reveals for the first time all the twists and turns that led to the killer’s conviction.
160 pages, Paperback
Published May 13, 2025
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March 15, 2026
Railey does a great job of painting pictures and melding the ‘then and now’. I feel like I had all of the details and felt what was happening. The transcripts of opening and closing arguments were tragic but I appreciate him not holding back. This is a reminder of how experiences impact more than the person experiencing them. Rest in peace, Janet. Well wishes to the Siclari family.
May 3, 2026
The author told the story well and I like any story that took place at the most beautiful place on earth!
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