The search for 51-year-old Suzanne Simpson, a mother of four from San Antonio, Texas, is now in its third week, as law enforcement agencies continue to probe her mysterious disappearance. Simpson was last seen on the morning of October 7, 2024, outside her home, and since then, no trace of her has been found. The investigation has led to the arrest of her husband, Brad Simpson, and his business partner, James Vallee Cotter, as police intensify efforts to uncover the truth behind Suzanne’s sudden vanishing.
Disappearance and Domestic Altercation
According to neighbors, the morning of Suzanne’s disappearance was marked by a heated argument between her and her husband. One neighbor reported seeing the couple physically fighting, with Brad Simpson forcefully grabbing Suzanne by her upper torso, attempting to control her. Shortly after, the neighbor heard screaming coming from nearby woods, followed by the sound of Brad’s truck driving away about an hour later. This troubling account prompted neighbors to contact the authorities, setting off a wide-scale investigation into Suzanne’s whereabouts.
Suzanne’s mother, Barbara Clark, also voiced her distress, revealing that she was aware of one prior physical altercation between her daughter and Brad. Clark expressed confusion over her daughter’s disappearance, stating, “It wasn’t part of their life or his behavior, and I’ve known him a long time.” Despite her long-standing relationship with Brad, Clark admitted she no longer believes her daughter is alive, a sentiment shared at a candlelight vigil held in Suzanne’s honor.
Arrests and Legal Developments
Three days after Suzanne’s disappearance, Brad Simpson was arrested on October 10. He now faces two charges of family violence in connection to the domestic dispute with Suzanne. Following his arrest, a separate federal complaint was filed against him in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, accusing him of unlawfully possessing an unregistered short-barrel rifle, identified as a Grand Power Stribog SP9 A3. The firearm was discovered during a search of the Simpson residence on October 9, carried out as part of the ongoing investigation.
In a related development, Brad Simpson’s business partner, James Vallee Cotter, was arrested for allegedly tampering with evidence. Texas Department of Public Safety officials announced Cotter’s arrest, but additional details regarding his role in the case have not been disclosed. Cotter’s bond was set at $500,000, with conditions that included house arrest and surrendering his passport. His legal representative could not be reached for comment.
Search Efforts and Current Status
The search for Suzanne Simpson has been extensive, with local police working alongside the Texas Department of Public Safety to comb through various locations, including a landfill, in the hopes of finding any clues related to her disappearance. However, despite these efforts, authorities have come up short. “After conducting an extensive search consisting of digging and sifting through the municipal solid waste, no evidence was found,” stated the Public Safety Department.
As the investigation continues, Suzanne’s family and friends remain hopeful for answers, while law enforcement works tirelessly to solve the mystery surrounding her disappearance. The arrests of Brad Simpson and James Cotter have added new layers to the case, but the whereabouts of Suzanne Simpson remain unknown.
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