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Nobody Called: The Fatal Consequences of a Community's Silence


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Have you ever wondered what happens when a community's silence becomes deadly? When the screams of a woman in danger go unreported? The chilling disappearance of Suzanne Simpson, a successful luxury realtor and mother of four from the affluent Olmos Park neighborhood of San Antonio, forces us to confront these uncomfortable questions.

Suzanne vanished on October 6, 2024, after attending a party at the Argyle Club. What followed was a husband who waited until 10 PM the next day to report her missing, neighbors who witnessed physical violence but never called police, and a kindergartner who told her teachers what she saw that night. The investigation revealed a disturbing pattern of domestic abuse in a marriage that had spanned over two decades.

We follow the evidence trail that led investigators to charge Brad Simpson with murder, despite never finding Suzanne's body. From surveillance footage tracking his movements to multiple dumping sites, the purchase of cement and trash bags, her DNA found on a reciprocating saw, and his attempts to hide evidence by burning electronics and asking a friend to conceal a gun—the circumstantial case built against him is compelling and disturbing.

Most heartbreaking is the revelation from Suzanne's mother that she had been developing a plan to help her daughter escape, a plan she never had the chance to share. Suzanne's oldest daughter has since publicly stated she believes her father killed her mother because she wanted to leave him, highlighting the deadly risk many domestic violence victims face when attempting to escape their abusers.

This episode serves as a stark reminder of our collective responsibility. When we witness violence and choose silence, we become complicit. As Suzanne's case moves toward trial, we're left to wonder: could her life have been saved with just one phone call? Join us as we examine this tragic case and honor Suzanne's memory by spreading awareness about domestic violence and the critical importance of intervention.

What would you do if you heard screams in the night? After listening to Suzanne's story, we hope you'll never hesitate to act.

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