Search for Missing Texas Mom Suzanne Simpson Expands to Wooded Areas Near Olmos Park Home

Authorities have now focused their search for the missing luxury real estate agent Suzanne Simpson to the wooded areas surrounding her home in Olmos Park, Texas, as the case enters its third week. Simpson, aged 51, vanished on October 6, allegedly following a dispute with her husband of 22 years. The Texas Department of Public Safety, represented by Sgt. Deon Cockrell, confirmed that a previous search conducted at a local landfill yielded no evidence related to Simpson's disappearance. Consequently, all search teams and equipment have been removed from that location, as stated by Cockrell.

New Search Efforts in Olmos Park

Mayor Erin Harrison of Olmos Park announced that the search for Suzanne Simpson will now concentrate on the wooded areas in and around Olmos Park. The Olmos Park Police Department has enlisted the assistance of Texas Search and Rescue, a nonprofit organization based in Austin, to aid in the search efforts. Simpson was last seen wearing a black dress on the night of her disappearance, at approximately 11 p.m., in the 500 block of East Olmos in Olmos Park. She is described as being 5 feet, 5 inches tall, weighing about 140 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes.

Insights from Witnesses

A neighbor reported witnessing a physical altercation between Brad Simpson and his wife Suzanne on the night of October 6, followed by the sound of screams emanating from a nearby wooded area. The arrest affidavit revealed that the neighbor observed "Ms. Simpson attempting to get away from Mr. Simpson's grasp as he tried to pull her downwards." Olmos Park Police Chief Fidel Villegas stated, "That night we think she was in distress … it's very suspicious, though, that obviously she's not going to work, and she's not checking in on her children."

Brad Simpson's Lack of Cooperation

Efforts to interview Brad Simpson have been met with resistance, leading police to characterize his responses as "uncooperative." One of Suzanne's relatives expressed frustration at Brad's refusal to cooperate, deeming it "unacceptable." Records indicate that Brad remains incarcerated at the Bexar County Jail, facing a cumulative bond of $2 million for charges related to the incident, including assault causing bodily injury, family violence, and unlawful restraint.

Additionally, a federal detainer imposed by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives on a firearm-related charge has prevented Brad from securing his release, as indicated by the jail records. The federal charge pertains to the illegal possession of a firearm, as revealed in an affidavit obtained by Fox News Digital.

Suzanne's Family's Reactions

Suzanne's sister, Teresa Clark, expressed gratitude towards everyone involved in the search efforts, emphasizing the significance of a mother's disappearance. Clark conveyed, "When a mother goes missing, they don't go missing by accident. Suzanne was a beloved mother." The family, highlighting Suzanne's values, lamented the ordeal of being unable to find her, underscoring the emotional toll on loved ones. The community has come together in support of the search, with various organizations and individuals volunteering their time and resources to assist in locating Suzanne Simpson.