The FBI has released a poignant letter written by Gabby Petito to her then-boyfriend, Brian Laundrie, before her untimely death, as per E! News. Gabby, 22, went missing in August 2021 during a road trip with Brian. Her parents reported her missing on September 11 after losing contact with her. Brian, who had returned home without her, was soon named a person of interest.
Gabby’s remains were found on September 19, and the case took a dark turn as Brian went on the run, eventually taking his own life. A diary found with his body included a confession to Gabby’s murder. Among the newly released documents is Gabby’s heart-wrenching letter to Brian.
Here is Gabby Petito’s newly released Heartbreaking letter to Brian Laundrie. I typed it out the best I could in the 1st screenshot below from the 2nd and 3rd screenshots below. Rest In Peace Sweet Gabby🦋💜🌻💙🌈. pic.twitter.com/pdC9zTCSxk
— Sean B.🦋 (@SeanB87992235) June 11, 2024
In the letter, Gabby apologizes for her emotional reactions and pleads for Brian’s understanding, emphasizing their bond and her love for him. “Just please stop crying and stop calling me names because we’re a team and I’m here with you,” she wrote. Her words reveal her deep emotional turmoil and desire to support Brian despite their struggles.
The case captivated public attention, with Gabby’s social media documenting their journey. The search for her and Brian’s subsequent disappearance drew widespread media coverage. Gabby’s body was discovered in a remote area of a Wyoming national park, with the cause of death determined to be strangulation.
Brian’s body was found later in a Florida park, alongside a notebook where he confessed to killing Gabby. This development brought some closure to the tragic case that had gripped the nation.
Gabby’s mother, Nichole Schmidt, recently spoke about her journey through grief, expressing forgiveness towards Brian but condemning his mother, Roberta Laundrie, for her alleged role in covering up the crime. Nichole’s statements at CrimeCon 2024 highlighted the ongoing pain and complex emotions experienced by Gabby’s family.
WANTED: Brian Laundrie
Immediately call the FBI if spotted. Last seen in Florida, but he could be anywhere by now. pic.twitter.com/HNLeyHkH5Z
— “LEGATE” (@williamlegate) September 20, 2021
The release of these documents, including the letter, offers a deeper understanding of the tragic events and the emotional landscape leading up to Gabby’s murder. The case remains a poignant reminder of the dangers of domestic violence and the profound impact on the victims’ families.