Husband Charged with Murder a Month After Texas Mom Went Missing After a Party

Mar. 15, 2025

Brad Simpson.Photo:Kendall County Sheriff’s Office

Kendall County Sheriff’s Office

The husband of aTexas womanwho’s been missing since she attended a party in October has been charged with her murder.

On Thursday, Nov. 7, Brad Simpson, 53, was “charged with murder in connection with the death of his wife,” Suzanne Clark Simpson, 51, a Texas Department of Public Safety spokesperson confirmed to PEOPLE.

The mother and realtor, who resides in Olmos Park, Texas, has been missing since Monday, Oct. 7. She and her husband were said to have attended a party at The Argyle private members club in San Antonio on Oct. 6.

According toKSAT, court records show that Simpson’s bond for the murder charge has been set at $2 million. The outlet stated that alongside previous charges including assault causing bodily injury to a family member and unlawful restraint, his total bond is set at $5 million.

Suzanne Clark Simpson.Kendall County Sheriff’s Office

PerWJAR, Simpson left the Bexar County Jail around 1:15 p.m. local time on Thursday, before returning and being charged two hours later.

The arrest affidavit has been sealed for 30 days, the outlet reported, citing the County Magistrate Clerk.

Brad Simpson.Bexar County Jail

Bexar County Jail

Simpson’s brother, Barton, said in a statement to KSAT on Thursday: “It is heartbreaking, but it brings our family some peace to know that authorities have gathered sufficient evidence to feel confident in moving forward with charges."

“This also helps us to come to terms with the reality that Suzanne is no longer with us, allowing us to begin a difficult grieving process and focus on rebuilding our lives, especially for the sake of the children and our extended family. We remain appreciative to all law enforcement involved for their professionalism in dealing with this situation,” Barton added, per the outlet.

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Suzanne Simpson pictured on the night of Oct. 6, 2024.Texas Department of Public Safety

Texas Department of Public Safety

Villegas claimed at the time that after learning about Suzanne’s disappearance, police were informed of an altercation at the family’s home that had possibly turned physical before she had been reported missing.

According to Villegas, Simpson and Suzanne had been married for around 22 years.NBC Newsreported her as a mother of four.

PEOPLE also reached out to the Olmos Police Department for additional information, but didn’t immediately hear back. It is not immediately clear if Simson has entered a plea.

source: people.com