Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy

Officers excavate the crawl space beneath Gacy’s home, carefully removing debris to access the concealed area. The contractor then points out to Sam Amirante, Bill Kunkle and Joe Kozenczak the exact location where he had disposed of Rob’s body in the property.

Johnny is a programme presented as a single episode, falling squarely within the crime‑documentary genre. It follows a real‑life investigation, focusing on the actions of law‑enforcement officers as they work to uncover hidden evidence tied to a notorious case. The episode’s concise format allows viewers to see the investigative process unfold in a straightforward, step‑by‑step manner. In this particular segment, officers are shown digging out the crawl space that lies beneath the former residence of John Gacy. The excavation is methodical, with the team carefully removing earth to reveal what lies below. While the police carry out the physical work, a contractor—who was involved in the original disposal—guides three key investigators through the area. The contractor leads Sam Amirante, Bill Kunkle and Joe Kozenczak to the exact spot where he had previously concealed the body of a victim named Rob. Their discussion centres on the location of the remains, and the contractor points out the precise place he used for the disposal. This direct interaction provides the investigators with a clearer picture of how the crime was hidden. By the end of the scene, the combined effort of the excavation and the contractor’s testimony gives the team a tangible lead. The crawl‑space dig, paired with the detailed explanation of where Rob’s body was placed, forms a pivotal moment in the episode’s recounting of the case.