The warning signs were there the whole time.
The two began dating in March 2019 and became engaged in June 2020.
On July 2, 2021 the two began a road trip in Gabbys converted 2012 Ford Transit Connect van.

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Another witness said Gabby was punching Brian in the arm.
Police considered charging Gabby with domestic violence but ended up separating the couple for the night.
What were there warning signs in Gabby and Brians relationship?

Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie in Gabby’s converted Ford Transit van.
Brian was controlling
Those close to Gabby noticed that there was something off about Brian.
He was controlling of Gabby and would do things like stealing her wallet so she couldnt go out dancing.
Brian was jealous of the new friends Gabby made in Florida.

Gabby Petito via police body cam footage in Moab, Utah.
Extreme clinginess
Brian told Gabby I cant live without you.
Meanwhile, Gabby told police she blamed herself for the incident.
This makes visible the underlying dynamic of the relationship.