Timeline of Events Related to the Murder of Gabby Petito

2020:

Gabby and fiancé, Brian Laundrie began dating in 2019. They had been living together at the home of Brian and his parents, located in North Port, Florida. They became engaged in July of 2020.

June 2021:

Gabby and Brian go to Blue Point, Long Island, New York for the high school graduation ceremony (17 June) of Gabby’s younger brother. They stayed and spent time with her family.

July 2021:

Gabby and Brian set off on a cross country road trip in a 2012 Ford Transit Connect Van on 02 July 2021.

Throughout July, Gabby and Brian visit Monument Rocks, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve and eventually find themselves visiting National Parks located throughout Southern Utah.

July 31:

Gabby posted another photo from Canyonlands National Park (Utah) before a 12 day absence from Instagram.

August 12:

Police in Moab, Utah respond to a 911 Call placed by a man identified as, ‘Christopher’ who’d witnessed a domestic dispute between Gabby and Brian. The incident report says officers were called near the Moonflower Community Co-op in Moab around 4:30pm for a 'possible domestic violence' incident involving the couple. By then the pair had left the location from which the call came, but the white Ford Transit Connect was pulled over by police a short time later. The police report states that the van was traveling at 45 mph in a 15 mph zone. Body cam footage of this stop has been released by Moab Police.

According to the police report, the responding officers recommended that the two spend the night apart. Both expressed they did not want to separate, but in the end, Gabby kept the van and Brian was taken to a hotel for the night. Officer Eric Pratt notes that both reported ‘they are in love, engaged to be married and desperately did not wish to see anyone charged with a crime.’ Both also told him that Gabby suffers from ‘serious anxiety.’ (Source)

August 13:

Brian Laundrie had also been posting photos to his Instagram account, documenting the trip. His posts ceased on August 13.

August 17 - 23(?)

Brian Laundrie allegedly made a trip back to Florida. This comes via the Daily Mail and is taken from a now-deleted Facebook post that was made by Gabby’s stepfather’s brother (her step uncle.) In a handwritten note, he’s written down major events that occurred up until 8/30, remarking that it is the timeline as his family understands it. Aside from the mail article, I am unable to find a way to corroborate this, but several have felt strongly about it being included in the timeline. Please keep in mind this is still alleged and I cannot confirm via multiple sources. (Source)

August 19:

Gabby launches the couple’s YouTube Channel, ‘Nomadic Statik.’ It was actually created back in 2013, but nothing was posted until the single video, ‘Van Life | Beginning Our Van Life Journey,’ was uploaded that day. (Source)

August 21:

Gabby FaceTimed her father, Joe, who lives in Vero Beach, Florida. She was in Salt Lake City, Utah and having trouble with the Wifi at a hotel where she was staying.

He placed an UberEats order, which was delivered to Gabby at the hotel. It was the last time he would speak to her.

August 24:

Gabby and Brian are last seen together at a hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah.

August 25:

Gabby makes her last post to her Instagram account in which she’s holding a tiny crochet pumpkin, with the caption, ‘Happy Halloween.’ There is no location information with the photo, however, the mural in the photo appears to be that of one known to be at The Monarch in Ogden, Utah (a 45-60 minute drive from Salt Lake City.)

This is also the last day she speaks with her family, having FaceTimed with her mother.

At this time, Gabby states she’s in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. They’re supposed to be there for around 2-3 days.

August 26:

The owner of a shop called Rustic Row in Victor, Idaho, says the couple came in to her shop in the afternoon, staying for around 20 minutes. This may have occurred on the 25th. The owner is unsure. (Source)

August 27:

Gabby’s mother receives text messages that were allegedly sent by Gabby (or at least her phone number) but their authenticity has yet to be verified. Nichole says the messages were, ‘…just a little bit weird. The things she was saying.’ (Source: The Daily Mail.)

The contents of Gabby’s ‘weird’ text read as follows:

Can you help Stan, I just keep getting his voicemails and missed calls. (Source)

Gabby Snapchats a friend to say she is headed to Yellowstone. (Source)

Van Sighting: A couple of YouTubers who have a channel called Red White + Bethune discovered they had video of what they believe to be Gabby’s van. They state the footage is from between 6:00 - 6:30 pm on 27 August and was shot in Spread Creek Dispersed Camping. Click on my source at the end to view the footage. Be sure to read the description of the video for information straight from them! (Source)

August 29:

A woman called Miranda Baker states she and her boyfriend saw Brian Laundrie hiking alone in Grand Teton National Park. They later discovered him hitchhiking along the side of the road and picked him up at 5:30 pm.

Brian allegedly offered them $200 to drive him 10 or so miles up the road. When Baker said they were headed to Jackson, she said that Laundrie ‘freaked out’ and demanded they drop him off immediately.

She has given this information to LE and they have confirmed that they have spoken with Miranda and they’re potentially utilizing her information to add to their timeline. (Source) (Source: Miranda Baker)

August 30:

A text message from Gabby’s phone number is sent to her mother: ‘No service in Yosemite.’

Gabby’s mother does not believe this message was sent by her daughter. LE has yet to confirm this, but it appears to be a safe assumption that Gabby herself did not write/send such a message.

Note: Yosemite is in California, 1000 mi away. It was not on the original itinerary. No further information was given, nor were any photos sent to Gabby’s mother.

September 01:

Brian Laundrie returns home to North Port, Florida, having driven back alone in Gabby’s 2012 Ford Transit Connect.

The van with Florida number plate [redacted], was detected by an automatic License Plate Reader on the Sumter Boulevard exit of I-75 as it entered the city of North Port, Florida. Time clocked was 10:26 am.

September 10:

Gabby’s father, Joe, is mentioned in a police report filed in Florida about what appears to be a welfare concern at the address where she lived with Brian and his parents. Due to the ongoing investigation, the information available at present is heavily redacted.

September 11:

Gabby’s mother and stepfather report her missing via their local police department on Long Island. Despite efforts by police and the FBI, Brian and his parents have refused to speak. Law enforcement, media and Gabby’s family have all been referred to a lawyer retained by the Laundrie family.

#September 14:

Authorities show up to try to speak with Brian Laundrie, only to be directed to speak to the family’s lawyer.

They are able to seize Gabby’s white Ford van from Brian’s parents’ home in North Port, Florida.

An attorney for the Laundries issues the following statement:

This is understandably an extremely difficult time for both the Petito family and the Laundrie family. It is our understanding that a search has been organized for Miss Petito in or near Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.

On behalf of the Laundrie family, it is our hope that the search for Miss Petito is successful and that Miss Petito is re-united with her family. On the advice of counsel, the Laundrie family is remaining in the background at this juncture and will have no further comment. (Source)

September 15:

Brian Laundrie is officially named a ‘Person of Interest’ in the disappearance of Gabby Petito. North Port PD states he is hindering the investigation.

His attorney issued the following statement on behalf of his client, addressing Laundrie's silence:

Many people are wondering why Mr. Laundrie would not make a statement or speak with law enforcement in the face of Ms. Petito's absence. In my experience, intimate partners are often the first person law enforcement focuses their attention on in cases like this, and the warning that 'any statement made will be used against you' is true, regardless of whether my client had anything to with Ms. Petito's disappearance. As such, on the advice of counsel, Mr. Laundie is not speaking on the matter. I have been informed that the North Port, Florida, police have named Brian Laundrie as a 'person of interest' in this matter. This formality has not really changed the circumstances of Mr. Laundrie being the focus and attention of law enforcement, and Mr. Laundrie will continue to remain silent on the advice of counsel. (Source)

September 17:

North Port Police release a video interview with Gabby’s father, Joe Petito. According to a police spokesperson it is being released to ‘add context’ to the case. (Source) Watch the Interview: (Joe Petito Talks About Daughter, Gabby)

Brian is reported missing after his parents contact their attorney and claim they’ve not seen him since Tuesday, 14 of September.(Source)

Update: Gabby’s remains found by searchers, September 19, 2021.

September 18:

There is currently a manhunt underway in Florida.

Rumour: ‘Manhunt’ in North Port is for Brian. Verdict: Unsure. Rumour: A body matching Brian’s description has been found. Verdict: North Port Police have confirmed this to be completely false.

September 19:

Brian’s sister gives an interview to ABC Channel 7 New York. Some extremely interesting comments, especially regarding a potential flight(?)

Question: Did you know that the van was back and you're...? Cassie Laundrie: No. Question: So you didn't know that he came back without the...? Cassie Laundrie: I assumed he flew back, because that's what he did when he is - actually I don't want to say that. Questioner: No problem. No problem. Cassie Laundrie: I think that's more police stuff.

You can view the interview in full on the channel’s website. (Source)

Breaking News Out of Teton County, Wyoming

The Teton County Coroner and authorities are responding to a body found at the Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming. This is the same general area where law enforcement have been searching for Gabby Petito. A press conference is currently scheduled for 4:00pm Mountain Time. (Source)

From the FBI Denver Twitter Account:

UPDATE: @NatlParkService and our law enforcement partners will provide an update in the investigation into Gabrielle "Gabby" Petito's disappearance at 4:00 PM MDT at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center in Grand Teton National Park. @GrandTetonNPS (Source)

From the Denver FBI Presser:

Preliminary findings from the FBI Denver are that the body is that of Gabrielle ‘Gabby’ Petito. Her family has been informed and forensic analysis will be completed to confirm the identity beyond any doubt. A cause of death has yet to be determined and the investigation remains ongoing. Please give Gabby’s family privacy as they grieve this tremendous loss. Rest In Peace, Gabby. (Additional Source)

March 19, 1999 — August 2021

September 20

FBI Searching Laundrie Property

The FBI is executing a search warrant at the Laundrie home in North Port, Florida. The Tampa field office states are searching for details ‘relevant to Gabrielle ‘Gabby’ Petito investigation.’ Brian’s parents are being held in a police vehicle while the FBI searches the premises. (Source)

Carlton Reserve Search Suspended

’North Port Police Department currently has no plans to conduct a major search of the Carlton Reserve today,’ states police spokesman Josh Taylor via email. ’At this time, we currently believe we have exhausted all avenues in searching of the grounds there.’ (Source)

Media Interviews On Hold

Taylor’s email also states:

All media interviews from our Department are on hold until further notice. (Source)

Moab Utah 911 Call Made Public

The 911 call that alerted Moab police to a domestic alteration has been made public. Listen to the 911 Call from Moab, Utah on August 12 (Source: CNN)

911 Call Transcript (Source: ABC 7)

Search Warrant documents reveal contents of the ‘weird’ text message from 27 August

They text was referenced by Gabby’s mum in an interview with the Daily Mail, however the content was just made public. See 8/27 for details. (Source)

September 21

Search for Brian Laundrie has resumed at Carlton Reserve. (Source: WFLA)

Autopsy is scheduled to begin on the remains found in Wyoming. (Source: WFLA)

The Teton County Coroner confirms the identity of the remains found on Sunday to be that of Gabby Petito. The manner of death is homicide.

FBI Statement (Denver Field Office):

Teton County Coroner Dr. Brent Blue confirmed the remains are those of Gabrielle Venora Petito, date of birth March 19, 1999. Coroner Blue’s initial determination for the manner of death is homicide. The cause of death remains pending final autopsy results. (Source)

The FBI is still seeking assistance from anyone who used the Spread Creek Dispersed Camping Area between August 27-30, 2021 and who may have had contact with Gabby or seen her vehicle.

Please click here for a map and additional information if you can help. (Source) (Source: Tweet With Press Release PDF)

September 22

The FBI has requested help from the public in locating Brian Laundrie as a new tip has come in regarding his previous movements. (Source)

Neighbors of the Laundrie family have come forward to say that approximately a week after Brian returned (from Wyoming) they saw him and his parents pack a camper. They were gone for what the neighbors described to Fox as a ‘weekend trip.’ Mod note: do not harass or blame the neighbors. They knew nothing of Gabby’s disappearance. See source tag for all information. (Source: Laundrie Family ‘Camping’ Trip)

September 23

Brian Laundrie is officially a suspect. A warrant has been issued for his arrest

The US District Court of Wyoming has issued a federal arrest warrant for Brian Christopher Laundrie pursuant to a Federal Grand Jury indictment related to Mr. Laundrie’s activities following the death of Gabrielle Petito. This comes per a statement from the official @FBIDenver Twitter page. The press release and related documents are posted as well. (Source + Related Documents)