‘I Had No Idea’: Brother of Suspected ‘Blues Brother’ Killer Breaks Silence Following Media Revelation
BOSTON, MA — In a stunning development following the arrest of the suspect dubbed the “Blues Brother” killer, the suspect’s own family is speaking out, claiming they were left completely in the dark regarding both the alleged crime and the suspect’s secret life. John Simmons, a resident of Massachusetts, revealed in an exclusive interview that he only learned of the heinous allegations against his estranged brother through media reports.
A Family Severed by Time
John Simmons expressed sheer disbelief upon hearing that his brother, Robert Simmons, had been taken into custody. Robert is the primary suspect in a high-profile homicide that has gripped the public’s attention, largely due to the suspect’s distinctive attire—reminiscent of the iconic 1980s film The Blues Brothers—during the commission of the crime.
According to John, the two brothers had been estranged for several years, a rift that left him entirely unaware of Robert’s recent whereabouts or personal developments. “We haven’t been in contact,” John stated. “To find out your brother is wanted for something like this from a news crew rather than a phone call is a shock I can’t even describe.”
Dual Identities and a Hidden Life
Perhaps most astonishing to John was the revelation of his brother’s transition and new identity. Authorities and court documents identify the suspect as Robert Simmons, but also note that the suspect has been living as Elanor Beaulieu. For John, this was a transformation he never saw coming.
“I had no idea that Robert was going by Elanor, or that he was even living that life,” John admitted. The disconnect between the brother he once knew and the person described in police reports has left the Simmons family grappling with more questions than answers. The transition, much like the alleged murder, was a detail John only discovered as the case became a national headline.
The Investigation and the ‘Blues Brother’ Persona
The case earned its “Blues Brother” moniker after surveillance footage allegedly captured a figure in a black suit, fedora, and dark sunglasses—the trademark ensemble of Jake and Elwood Blues—fleeing the scene of the crime. The bizarre nature of the disguise initially baffled investigators until forensic evidence led them to Simmons/Beaulieu.
Law enforcement officials have not yet commented on a specific motive for the killing, but they have confirmed that the suspect had been living under the name Elanor Beaulieu for some time prior to the incident. The arrest took place without incident earlier this week, bringing a temporary end to a multi-state manhunt.
A Future Shrouded in Legal Turmoil
As the legal process begins, John Simmons remains in a state of mourning—not just for the victim of the crime, but for the brother he realizes he no longer knows. While he expressed deep sympathy for the victim’s family, he struggled to reconcile his memories with the current reality.
“It’s like talking about a stranger,” John said. “You think you know your blood, but then you see a headline like this and realize you were living in a completely different world.”
Robert Simmons (Elanor Beaulieu) is currently being held without bail pending a formal arraignment. Legal experts suggest that the suspect’s mental state and dual identity may become central themes in the upcoming trial. For now, a family in Massachusetts remains picks up the pieces of a legacy shattered by a single, violent act and a lifetime of secrets.