Scammers exploit the disappearance of Suzanne Simpson, setting up fake fundraisers

SAN ANTONIO - It's been 24 days since anyone has seen missing mother of four and realtor Suzanne Simpson.

In the meantime, here husband, Brad Simpson, who was the last person to see her alive, remains uncooperative with police.

He and his longtime business partner, James Cotter, remain in jail.

The Simpson's have four kids, with the youngest being five years old.

Since Suzanne's disappearance and the arrest of their father, they've all been in the care of family.

At this hour, an online fundraiser that was legitimately created on the , has already raised more than $62,000 to help the family.

Unfortunately, scammers are also trying to take advantage.

Suzanne's sister, Teresa, says another bogus fundraiser was set up listing her as the creator, but it is not legitimate. And Suzanne's daughter went to social media warning people about other fraudulent fundraisers.

The family told us they're disappointed scammers are trying to profit off their family's situation.

We recently hosted a conversation about the Suzanne Simpson case. It takes a look at the case from the very beginning and also includes our on-going coverage.

to watch it.