The husband of Suzanne Simpson, a Texas mom of four who has been missing for over two weeks, sent alarming texts to his business partner just days after his wife disappeared. Brad Simpson requested his partner, James Vallee Cotter, to “haul a–” and mentioned that he did not have much time. In a second text message, Simpson apologized for the urgency and expressed that social media was destroying him. Cotter agreed to hide a machine gun at his San Antonio home, concealing it in a wall. Cotter was subsequently arrested for his involvement in hiding the weapon and accused of tampering with evidence.
Court records show that Cotter’s bond was set at $500,000, with conditions including house arrest and surrendering his passport to law enforcement. Despite facing a federal gun charge for illegal possession of a short-barreled rifle, Brad Simpson has not been charged in connection with his wife’s disappearance. Prior to the gun charge, Simpson had already been charged with assault causing bodily injury, family violence, and unlawful restraint. He is currently being held on a combined $3 million in bonds for the two charges.
Suzanne Simpson was last seen on October 6 after reportedly having a dispute with her husband of 22 years in Olmos Park, in the San Antonio area. Authorities were alerted to a disturbance at the Argyle club involving the Simpsons, with a neighbor witnessing a physical altercation between the couple. The neighbor reported seeing Suzanne attempting to get away from Brad as he tried to pull her down, followed by screams coming from a nearby wooded area later that evening. Simpson’s black GMC pickup truck was seen leaving and returning a few hours later.
The search for Suzanne Simpson continues as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding her disappearance. Brad Simpson’s legal troubles have mounted with the additional gun charge, but he has maintained his innocence in regards to his wife’s disappearance. The ongoing investigation involves multiple law enforcement agencies, including the San Antonio Public Defender’s Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety. The Olmos Park Police Department is actively involved in the case and is working to gather further information on the events leading up to Suzanne’s disappearance.
As the investigation unfolds, friends, family, and concerned community members are hopeful for answers regarding Suzanne Simpson’s whereabouts. The case has sparked widespread interest and concern, with many hoping for a resolution that will bring closure and justice for Suzanne and her loved ones. Details surrounding the events leading up to Suzanne’s disappearance continue to emerge, shedding light on a complex and troubling situation that has left many searching for answers. Despite the ongoing challenges and uncertainties, authorities remain committed to finding the truth and holding those responsible for any wrongdoing accountable.
