According to People, Petito family attorney Richard Stafford issued a statement on November 23, which seemingly alluded to the involvement of other parties in the Gabby Petito homicide case — or at least that federal officials are currently investigating as to whether charges could be brought. “The Schmidt and Petito family has been aware of the circumstances surrounding the suicide of the sole suspect in Gabby’s murder,”Stafford wrote the following:
He stated that clients will not be able to speak out until confirmation from federal prosecutors or law enforcement. “Gabby’s family will not be making a statement at this time due to the request of the United States Attorney’s Office and the Teton County Prosecutor’s Office.” Though there is no clear timeline as to when the next update in the case will occur, Stafford made one thing clear: “When that determination is made, we will have a statement.”
Although the subject of the unnamed individuals is speculative at this time, it was suggested that they could be Brian Laundrie and his parents, Roberta Laundrie and Chris Laundrie. Their attorney released a statement after the news. Insider. “I have no reason to believe any charges will be filed against Chris and Roberta Laundrie with respect to this case,”Steven Bertolino was the lawyer for the Laundries.
If you or anyone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).