SAN ANTONIO – Brad Simpson, who is charged with murder in connection with his wife’s presumed death, was indicted on Tuesday by a grand jury, according to Bexar County records.
Simpson was indicted on the following charges, according to records:
- Murder (First-degree felony)
- Tampering with evidence with the intent to impair a human corpse (Second-degree felony)
- Tampering/fabricating physical evidence with the intent to impair (Third-degree felony)
- Prohibited weapons (Third-degree felony)
Simpson was initially arrested on Oct. 9 on charges of assault-family violence and unlawful restraint after his wife, Suzanne Clark Simpson, disappeared on Oct. 6.
He was arrested in Kendall County but was later transferred to the Bexar County Jail, where he remained in custody.
Suzanne Simpson, an Olmos Park mother of four, was last seen at a party at The Argyle on Oct. 6, however, it wasn’t until around 10 p.m. on Oct. 7 that Brad Simpson reported her missing.
On Nov. 7, investigators charged Simpson with the murder of his wife, Suzanne Simpson. However, her remains have not been found.
The Bexar County Criminal District Attorney’s Office sent the following statement:
“We would like to extend our appreciation to the numerous investigating agencies committed to seeking justice for Suzanne Simpson. These agencies include the Olmos Park Police Department, the Texas Department of Public Safety including the Texas Rangers, the Federal Bureau of Investigations, and Texas Search and Rescue, along with other law enforcement officials who provided assistance during this time,” said Bexar County Criminal District Attorney Joe Gonzales. “We extend our deep sympathies to the family of Suzanne Simpson as we move forward in the pursuit of justice.”
Simpson’s brother, Barton Tinsley Simpson, went on social media Tuesday to urge Brad to cooperate with authorities.
“We urge Brad to do the right thing by fully cooperating with the authorities,” Barton said. “For the sake of his children and the family who loves him, we ask him to accept responsibility and place himself at the mercy of the court.”
Simpson’s case will be overseen by the 226th District Court Judge Velia J. Meza.
A court coordinator for Meza told KSAT it is unlikely that Simpson’s examining trial, initially scheduled for Dec. 9, will take place. The trial was intended to force prosecutors to present evidence.
A murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon causing serious bodily injury range a punishment between five to 99 years or potentially life in prison. Tampering with a corpse is a punishment range of two to 20 years in prison, while tampering with physical evidence and prohibited weapon ranges a punishment of two to 10 years.
An initial appearance in the 226th District Court will soon be set.
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