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Revelations Unfold in ‘American Murder: Gabby Petito’ as Parents Question Laundrie Family’s Legal Moves

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In the gripping new docuseries unveiled on Netflix, the tragic story of Gabby Petito’s murder is explored through a lens that also scrutinizes the actions and possible foreknowledge of Brian Laundrie’s family. This series reveals that Laundrie’s family had paid $25,000 for a prominent lawyer just days after Petito was last seen alive, stirring a wave of emotional reactions and suspicions from Petito’s bereaved family members. Joseph Petito, father of the victim, expressed his disbelief and indignation regarding the substantial payment to the attorney, questioning the timing and the intent behind it. His grievance centers … Read more

Tragic Oversight: Body Cam Footage Reveals Troubling Police Response in Gabby and Brian Case

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Moab, Utah – On a summer day in August 2021, police officers in Moab, Utah, were called to an unsettling scene—a witness had reported observing a man slap a woman near their parked vehicle. The couple involved, Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito, soon drove away, striking a curb as they left. This began an interaction with law enforcement that was caught on camera and would later generate significant public scrutiny after disquieting footage was released by the authorities. In the video, Petito seemed visibly distressed and admitted to having anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder, which she … Read more

Judge Dismisses Gabby Petito’s Family Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Moab Police, Citing Governmental Immunity

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Moab, Utah – A judge in Utah has dismissed a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the family of Gabby Petito against the city’s police department. The suit claimed that the officers failed to protect Petito during a traffic stop involving her and her fiancé, who was later accused of her murder. The decision was reached by the Seventh District Court Judge Don Torgerson, who cited immunity laws that shield government agencies from such lawsuits. Despite this ruling, Petito’s family expressed their intentions to appeal the dismissal, emphasizing persistent concerns about how law enforcement handles domestic … Read more

Florida Governor Signs Legislation to Protect Children from Exploitation and Combat Domestic Violence, Inspired by Gabby Petito’s Tragic Story

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ST. PETERSBURG, Florida — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a series of bills on Wednesday aimed at protecting children from exploitation and online predators, as well as a domestic violence bill inspired by the tragic killing of Gabby Petito. During a news conference in St. Petersburg, DeSantis signed five pieces of legislation. One of the bills, referred to as the “Gabby Petito Act” or SB 1224, requires law enforcement officers investigating domestic violence incidents to administer a lethality assessment under certain circumstances. The assessment involves asking a series of questions to determine if the victim … Read more