Who is Chief Edward Simpson from Naked in Death and what is their importance? Naked_in_Death English & Literature Chief Edward Simpson | Naked in Death

Chief Edward Simpson is New York City's chief of police. He repeatedly tries to undermine Dallas's investigation of Sharon DeBlass' death, and even goes so far as to tell the press that DeBlass was not murdered. Simpson's actions lead Dallas to become suspicious, thus, she begins checking into Simpson's financials, after which, she learns that he's been taking kickbacks, as well as paying blackmail to Sharon DeBlass. Dallas publicizes the records effectively ends Simpson's career.