Gabby Petito disappeared while on a cross-country road trip with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, who later died by suicide after returning home without her.
Petito's remains were found, leading to allegations that Laundrie's parents knew he killed her and kept silent.
Netflix's docuseries 'American Murder: Gabby Petito' delves into the case.
Laundrie, who sparked suspicion by not cooperating with police, claimed Petito was injured and he ended her suffering.
Brian Laundrie's parents, Roberta and Christopher Laundrie, faced a wrongful-death lawsuit over Gabby Petito's death.
In 2022, a judge ordered Laundrie's estate to pay $3 million to Petito's estate.
As of February 2025, the $3 million had not been paid due to the minimal value of Laundrie's estate.
Petito's parents settled a separate emotional distress lawsuit against Laundrie's parents and their attorney in February 2024.
The lawsuit alleged that the Laundries intentionally inflicted emotional distress by withholding information.
The case saw legal actions involving both families and authorities, with ongoing investigations and settlements.