The disappearance and murder of Gabby Petito in 2021 shocked the United States and became a global media phenomenon. Now, The documentary series ‘The Gabby Petito case: a trip without return’released by ‘netflix’, revive the story and put the focus on the unknowns even unsolved.
Throughout Three episodesproduction explores the details of the tragedy, the role of social networks in research and failures in the authorities’ response to a case of domestic violence that could have been avoided.
A couple, a trip and a nightmare
Gabby Petito, 22, dreamed of being a content creator and decided Tour the United States in a van next to its fiance, Brian Laundrie. In their social networks they shared images of their journey, showing a seemingly idyllic relationship. However, behind the photos and videos there was a much darker reality.
On August 12, 2021, the couple was arrested by the police in Utah after a call alerted about A possible aggression. In the recording of the camera that the US police carry in the uniform, Gabby appeared altered and crying, while describing the tensions in their relationship. Although the officers detected signs of abuse, They chose not to act, just separating the couple For one night.
Days later, Gabby’s activity on social networks became irregular. His last post on Instagram, on August 26, showed a photo with a small crochet pumpkin and the message: “Happy Halloween!” Shortly after, it disappeared without a trace.
Brian’s lonely return and a desperate search
September 1, Brian Laundrie returned to Florida, without offering explanations about Gabby’s whereabouts. His parents also did not alert the authorities or the young woman’s family, which increased suspicions about their possible involvement in the case.
Gabby’s family denounced his disappearance On September 11, unleashing a national search that captured mass attention on social networks. Meanwhile, Laundrie disappeared Suddenly, avoiding answering questions about what happened.
On September 19, the worst news came: Gabby’s remains were found In a remote area of the Grand Teton National Park, in Wyoming. The autopsy revealed that It had been strangled. The entire country demanded answers, but the main suspect still did not appear.
An end without justice and more questions than answers
On October 23, Brian Laundrie’s body was found in a Florida nature reserve. Next to him was a gun and a notebook with a confession in which I admitted to killing Gabby. His suicide He closed the possibility of a trial and left the Petito family without the justice they expected.
However, the Netflix series raises a key question: What did Brian’s parents know? During the search for their child, they gave confusing information and took days to collaborate with the authorities. Although legally they were never accused, their behavior raised suspicions about a possible cover -up.
A legacy to fight domestic violence
Beyond reliving the case, the documentary highlights the impact it had on the fight against gender violence. The Petito family created the ‘Gabby Petito Foundation’, dedicated to Help victims of abuse and missing people.
In addition, the case revived the debate on Missing White Women’s Syndromethe tendency of the media to give greater coverage to cases of white women compared to victims of other races.
Source: Lasexta
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