Months after the tragic death of Gabby Petito, new details have emerged about the alleged actions of her fiance, Brian Laundrie, and his parents in the final days leading up to her murder. Petito’s parents have filed a lawsuit against Laundrie’s family, claiming that they withheld information and intentionally caused emotional distress.
The Petitos allege that Laundrie’s parents received a frantic call from their son in late August 2021, during which he stated that Petito was “gone” and that he needed a lawyer. Despite this alarming call, just days later, the Laundries expressed hope that the search efforts for Petito would be successful and that she would be reunited with her family.
The lawsuit also claims that Laundrie sent a text message from Petito’s phone to her mother, attempting to deceive her into believing that Petito was still alive. Ultimately, Petito’s body was found in Grand Teton National Park, and a coroner later ruled that she had been strangled.
In a tragic turn of events, Laundrie returned home to Florida and died by suicide, with writings found near his remains claiming responsibility for Petito’s killing. The lawsuit sharply criticizes the Laundries and their attorney for expressing hope for Petito’s safe return when they allegedly knew of her murder.
The new details have shed light on the events leading up to Petito’s death, and the lawsuit filed by her parents is part of a separate case in Florida that is still pending. With ongoing legal battles surrounding her tragic death, the Petito family continues to seek justice and accountability for their daughter’s senseless murder.