Overview of The Deck episode featuring Nefertiri “Neffie” Trader
This episode investigates the disappearance of Nefertiri “Neffie” Trader, a 33-year-old mother from Delaware who was kidnapped from outside her home in the early morning hours of June 30, 2014. A neighbor witnessed a violent struggle and saw her being forced into her own car, but police were not notified for nearly 19 hours, severely limiting the search. Neffie was later declared legally dead, but her body has never been found, and the case remains unsolved.
What Happened That Morning
- Around 4:15 a.m., a neighbor heard a woman scream and looked outside.
- He reportedly saw Neffie in a pink outfit involved in a physical altercation with a man.
- The witness described the man:
- dragging her,
- forcing her into the driver’s seat,
- then getting on top of her,
- and finally putting her into the back seat.
- Neffie was driven away in her own silver 2000 Acura.
- Despite witnessing what looked like a kidnapping, the neighbor did not call 911.
- Police did not learn of the incident until Neffie’s mother reported her missing later that night.
Key Evidence and Clues
Signs Neffie Made It Home
At her townhome, investigators found:
- a loaf of bread,
- two cups of coffee,
- an unused condom still in the wrapper.
The bread looked stepped on or flattened, suggesting a struggle happened at the doorstep.
The 7-Eleven Surveillance Footage
Investigators traced Neffie to a nearby 7-Eleven at 4:03 a.m., just before the kidnapping. The footage showed her buying:
- two coffees,
- a loaf of bread,
- and the condom.
This led investigators to wonder whether:
- she had been with someone that night,
- she may have been meeting someone,
- or the items pointed to a possible romantic encounter.
However, the store footage did not show who she arrived with or whether anyone else was involved.
Investigative Leads and Suspects
Roddy Prince
One of the main people investigators looked at was Roddy Prince, who was believed by some to want revenge on Neffie.
- Months before Neffie vanished, Roddy had been assaulted during a night out with Neffie and her childhood friend/sister connection.
- He reportedly became convinced Neffie had set him up.
- Investigators found no evidence that Neffie had anything to do with the attack.
- Roddy allegedly asked others who Neffie was and where she lived.
- Police attempted to question him, but he never gave useful information.
- His girlfriend/woman he lived with said he was with her at the time of the kidnapping.
Other People Investigated
Police also looked at:
- the father of Neffie’s children, who was questioned but not considered a suspect,
- her boyfriend, who had a strong alibi because he was in jail at the time.
Why the Case Stalled
Investigators say several major obstacles have kept the case cold:
- The delay in reporting cost critical search time.
- The car has never been found, and it may hold key forensic evidence.
- Neffie’s phone was never recovered.
- The family handled some of the items from the porch, limiting forensic value.
- DNA testing on the bread, coffee cups, and condom produced no usable evidence.
- The neighborhood witness who saw the abduction never fully explained why he didn’t call police immediately.
The Main Theory
Investigators strongly believe:
- Neffie was abducted by force,
- someone had to help move or conceal the car,
- and at least one other person may know what happened.
The episode emphasizes that in a case like this, the biggest hope may be that:
- a witness finally comes forward,
- an accomplice feels safe enough to talk,
- or someone with a conscience reveals what they know.
Emotional Impact on Neffie’s Family
A major theme in the episode is the pain of not knowing.
- Neffie’s mother, Denise Trader, still has no answers.
- Her children and family have lived with years of uncertainty.
- Investigators stress that the lack of closure is its own kind of torment:
- no body,
- no burial,
- no certainty about what happened.
How to Help
If you have information about the disappearance of Nefertiri Trader, contact:
- New Castle County Police Department: 302-573-2800
- Crime Stoppers: 1-800-TIP-3333
Bottom Line
This episode paints a chilling picture of a woman seemingly abducted in plain sight, with critical evidence lost to time and silence. The case hinges on unanswered questions about who Neffie was with, who may have wanted revenge, and who knows more than they’ve said.