The brother of a Texas businessman, who now faces serious charges related to the suspected murder of his missing wife, made an emotional plea on Friday for his sibling to assist law enforcement in locating her remains. Barton Simpson urged his brother, Brad Simpson, to come forward and end the agony surrounding their family.
Brad Simpson, aged 53, was officially charged with the murder of his wife, 51-year-old Suzanne Simpson, on Thursday in Bexar County, following her mysterious disappearance on October 6. This case has captured local attention, surrounding the tragic circumstances that led to its current state.
“It is our sincere hope that Brad will find the compassion and courage to end this family suffering by cooperating with the authorities to help us find his wife,” Barton Simpson stated poignantly during a brief news conference held in Olmos Park, a suburb of San Antonio. His heartfelt comments reflect the profound pain experienced by the Simpson family amid this unfolding tragedy.
“This helps us to come to terms with the reality that Suzanne is no longer with us,” Barton Simpson added, expressing a sense of resignation to the heartbreaking situation after the law enforcement’s significant progress in gathering evidence against his brother.
Neither Olmos Park Police Chief Fidel Villegas nor Texas Department of Public Safety Sgt. Deon Cockrell provided further details regarding the evidence collected in the case. However, Cockrell did mention that the information was sufficient for the district attorney to proceed with filing charges. The specifics of the arrest warrant for Brad Simpson remain sealed by the presiding judge, adding a layer of complexity to an already sensitive case.
Brad Simpson is currently held in jail under a staggering total bond of $5 million on multiple charges, including murder, unlawful restraint, and tampering with evidence. Legal representation for Simpson has yet to comment following his initial arrest on October 9 for the unlawful restraint and assault incidents, leaving many questions unanswered in this troubling situation.
The ongoing search for Suzanne Simpson has involved extensive efforts, focusing on areas around the couple’s residence, sprawling wooded regions, a landfill, and locations near where Brad Simpson was apprehended on Interstate 10. The murder charge comes just over a month after Suzanne, a dedicated real estate agent, was last confirmed to be alive, with neighbors reportedly witnessing confrontations between the couple outside their home.
“We hope that these charges will allow Simpson’s family to enter the next phase of the grieving process,” stated Chief Villegas during the news conference, emphasizing the importance of closure. “We want them to know that the search for Suzanne is still ongoing.”
**Interview with Barton Simpson, Brother of Brad Simpson**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Barton. Your family’s situation is heartbreaking. Can you tell us more about your feelings regarding your brother’s recent charges?
**Barton Simpson:** Thank you for having me. It’s incredibly painful for our family right now. To think that my brother is accused of something so horrific is just devastating. We’re all in shock and struggling to wrap our heads around what has happened.
**Interviewer:** You made an emotional plea for Brad to cooperate with law enforcement. What motivated you to reach out to him publicly in this way?
**Barton Simpson:** I believe that every family member, no matter the circumstances, has to take responsibility for the truth. My hope is that by reaching out to him, he will find the compassion within himself to help us find Suzanne. We need closure; we need to know where she is.
**Interviewer:** What do you think is holding your brother back from cooperating?
**Barton Simpson:** I can’t say for certain what he’s thinking. It’s possible he’s overwhelmed by fear or confusion. But my message to him is simple: Regardless of the circumstances, the situation won’t improve if he remains silent.
**Interviewer:** This case has garnered significant local media coverage. How has it affected your family?
**Barton Simpson:** The media attention has been overwhelming. While it brings visibility to Suzanne’s case, it also adds pressure on everyone involved. My focus is on finding Suzanne and supporting our family through this unimaginable time.
**Interviewer:** What message do you want to send to the community regarding Suzanne’s disappearance?
**Barton Simpson:** I urge everyone to help us keep her story alive. If anyone has information, please come forward. We need all the support we can get to bring Suzanne home and to ensure that justice is served.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Barton. Your strength in this difficult time is commendable, and we hope for resolution for you and your family.
**Barton Simpson:** Thank you for your kind words. I just want to find my sister-in-law and end this nightmare for our family.