Disgraced NY Teacher Accused of Hosting 'Prostitution Parties' at Home

Eric Simpson, a former technology teacher, allegedly turned his upstate New York home into a brothel.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 2:28am

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A disgraced veteran-turned-teacher nicknamed 'Major Hands' was hit with federal charges for allegedly turning his upstate New York home into a brothel where he hosted raucous 'prostitution parties' from 2021 to late 2025. Eric Simpson, a 66-year-old former technology teacher in the North Rose-Wolcott Central School District, allegedly moonlighted as a pimp, arranging for commercial sex workers to perform at the parties and managing the logistics.

Why it matters

This case highlights the disturbing allegations of a teacher abusing his position of trust and authority to engage in criminal activity. It raises concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable individuals and the need for stronger oversight and accountability measures in schools and communities.

The details

According to the federal indictment, Simpson 'regularly promoted, managed, and carried on prostitution parties' at his home in Macedon, New York. He allegedly used his email address to advertise the parties, including lists of sex workers who would be performing, and instructed clients to negotiate payment with the 'dancers.' Simpson also allegedly set a 'cover charge for admission' to the parties and directed visitors to parking spots away from his home.

  • From 2021 to late 2025, Simpson allegedly hosted the 'prostitution parties' at his home.

The players

Eric Simpson

A 66-year-old former technology teacher in the North Rose-Wolcott Central School District, who was also known as 'Major Hands.' He is accused of turning his home into a brothel and hosting 'prostitution parties' from 2021 to late 2025.

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What’s next

Simpson was arraigned on Wednesday and pleaded not guilty. The judge will decide on his bail status in the coming days.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for stronger oversight and accountability measures in schools and communities to prevent teachers and other authority figures from abusing their positions to engage in criminal activities that exploit vulnerable individuals.