- Gabby Petito’s mother reveals that Brian Laundrie’s room was cleared out while he was allegedly missing.
- Schmidt expresses anger toward Brian’s parents for their lack of cooperation during the investigation.
- A chilling letter from Roberta Laundrie raises more suspicions about the family’s involvement in the cover-up
Gabby Petito’s mother, Nichole Schmidt, recently revealed some shocking new details about Brian Laundrie and his family. She claims that Brian’s parents had already cleared out his room during the time he was allegedly missing. This new information sheds light on the suspicious actions of the Laundrie family.
The Tragic Death of Gabby Petito
Gabby Petito, 22, was tragically killed by her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, 23, on August 27, 2021, while they were on a cross-country road trip in Wyoming. After killing Gabby, Brian drove back to his parents’ home in North Port, Florida on September 1, leaving Gabby’s body behind in the van. This tragic event sparked a nationwide search for Gabby, which eventually led to the discovery of her remains on September 19. Investigators determined that Gabby had died from manual strangulation, and she had been dead for three to four weeks by the time her body was found.
Brian Laundrie Goes Missing
After Gabby’s death was discovered, Brian Laundrie became a prime suspect. As the investigation into her death progressed, Brian disappeared. Authorities launched an intense search for him, but he was nowhere to be found. On October 20, 2021, Brian’s remains were discovered in a Florida nature reserve, where he had died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Alongside his remains, investigators found a notebook in which Brian confessed to killing Gabby.
The New Revelation from Gabby’s Mother
In a recent appearance on The Squeeze podcast, Gabby Petito’s mother, Nichole Schmidt, shared new and shocking details about the case. She revealed that while Brian was supposedly missing, his parents had already emptied his room. This discovery came as a surprise to Schmidt, as she explained that she had just learned this information. “I actually just found out some new information a few days ago,” she said.
Brian’s Room Was Cleared Out
According to Schmidt, Brian’s room had been completely cleared and renovated during the time when he was allegedly hiding. She mentioned that all of Brian’s belongings were gone. “None of his things were there anymore. It was gone,” Schmidt said. She also pointed out that while Gabby was still missing, the police had gone to the Laundrie home to gather scent samples from their dogs in hopes of locating Brian. Schmidt’s frustration was clear as she described how the room was completely empty, with all of Brian’s things removed just as the investigation into Gabby’s disappearance was intensifying.
Anger Toward Brian’s Parents
While Schmidt has said that she forgives Brian for what he did to her daughter, she remains deeply upset with his parents. She believes they may have helped cover up the murder. Brian’s parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie, did not cooperate with authorities during the investigation and refused to speak with the police as Gabby’s family desperately searched for their missing daughter. Schmidt’s anger toward the Laundries is understandable, as their behavior only raised more questions and suspicions about their involvement in the case.
The Chilling Letter from Roberta Laundrie
A Netflix documentary about the case revealed that Roberta Laundrie, Brian’s mother, wrote a chilling letter to her son. In the note, she said she would help him bury a body if needed because she loved him so much. This letter was written before Brian and Gabby went on their fateful trip, but it left Gabby Petito’s mother horrified. Schmidt shared how reading this letter made her feel sick to her stomach. It raised even more questions about the Laundrie family’s actions before and after Gabby’s death.
The Wrongful Death Lawsuit Settlement
In 2022, Gabby’s family filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Laundrie family. They reached a settlement of $3 million. Despite the settlement, Schmidt continues to struggle with the Laundrie family’s actions. She shared her frustration with their dismissal of her grief. “They said that there’s something wrong with that mother, she’s clearly not mentally well,” Schmidt said. “That was crazy to hear.” This comment highlights the ongoing emotional turmoil Schmidt experiences as she tries to cope with her daughter’s death and the actions of Brian’s parents.
Unsettling Behavior of the Laundries
Schmidt has described other unsettling actions taken by the Laundries during the investigation. She revealed that Brian’s van was cleaned out, and Gabby’s belongings were packed away in a closet. Schmidt’s confusion about these actions is clear. “Just strange behavior,” she said. She expressed how these actions have only added to her anger and frustration. The Laundries’ refusal to cooperate with the investigation and their suspicious behavior have left Gabby Petito’s mother with many unanswered questions.
Schmidt’s Ongoing Struggle for Justice
Nichole Schmidt continues to grapple with the actions of Brian Laundrie and his parents. Gabby Petito’s mother is determined to seek justice for her daughter, even if it means fighting against those who may have tried to cover up the crime. Although Schmidt has forgiven Brian, she cannot let go of the pain and frustration caused by the Laundrie family’s actions. She believes that they should be held accountable for what they did, even though she feels there is little she can do at this point. This ongoing struggle for justice is something she will continue to carry with her.
