Her DEA Spouse and Kids Were Almost Murdered

Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

Her DEA Spouse and Kids Were Almost Murdered. They were targeted for execution by drug dealers. She found out about a close call for her husband and children at a crowded shopping mall a year later. Investigators also revealed the existence of a "hit list" where her children and husband were named. The drug dealers that wanted to kill them also knew where the kids went to school and much more. Check out the interview. which is available as a free podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website, or most major podcast platforms.

She also talks about how the non stop threats of violence and stress took it's toll on their marriage. Her spouse who she eventually divorced began to isolate and withdraw from them and abusing alcohol do deal with the stress. That added to their already strained relationship and marriage. Her DEA Spouse and Kids Were Almost Murdered. Stay updated about his story and many others simply by following us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and most all social media platforms.

Susan Lewis Simons, M.S., B.C.S.C, B.C.E.T.S., F.A.A.E.T.S., experienced a harrowing ordeal as the wife of a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent. A year after the incident, she learned that drug dealers had targeted her husband and children for execution at a crowded shopping mall.

Investigators uncovered a "hit list" naming her family members, revealing the criminals knew intimate details like the children's school locations. The full interview is available as a free podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website, or most major podcast platforms.

The constant threats of violence and stress took their toll on the family. Susan's spouse, struggling to cope, began to withdraw and abuse alcohol. This behavior strained their already fragile relationship, ultimately leading to divorce. Her DEA agent ex eventually retired from his dangerous career. Her DEA Spouse and Kids Were Almost Murdered. For more news and updates, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and numerous other social media platforms.

As President and Founder of Under the Shield, Inc., Susan has become a leading expert in First Responder Stress and Post Traumatic Stress Injury. Her non-profit organization offers the only Stress Coach Certification in the United States specifically designed for law enforcement, first responders, military personnel, and their families. The full interview is available as a free podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website, or most major podcast platforms.

Susan's work focuses on stress management, critical incident response, and the impact of this high-risk lifestyle on families. She developed the "Garbage Can Theory," which explains how psychological stress accumulates like garbage, affecting attitudes and relationships. Under the Shield provides training for supervisors and first responders, teaching them to identify stress precursors and equipping them with tools to manage the toxic stress that can destroy marriages, careers, and lives. Her DEA Spouse and Kids Were Almost Murdered. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, MeWe and other social media platforms. 

The organization offers anonymous coaching services and promotes PTS Growth, aiming to improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI). Susan's expertise and personal experience make her a valuable resource in combating the unique challenges faced by those in high-stress, dangerous professions. The interview is available

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