The Federal Bureau of Investigations in Denver confirmed Tuesday that autopsy results from the remains found in Bridger-Teton National Forest in Wyoming over the weekend were those of missing 22-year-old Gabby Petito.
The bureau said in a tweet that Petito's death has been ruled a homicide.
Teton County Coroner Dr. Brent Blue confirmed the remains are those of Gabrielle Venora Petito, date of birth March 19, 1999. Coroner Blue’s initial determination for the manner of death is homicide. The cause of death remains pending final autopsy results. pic.twitter.com/JoHenMZ9UU
— FBI Denver (@FBIDenver) September 21, 2021
"The FBI's commitment to justice is at the forefront of each and every investigation," FBI Denver Special Agent in Charge Michael Schneider said in a statement. "The FBI and our partners remain dedicated to ensuring anyone responsible for or complicit in Ms. Petito's death is held accountable for their actions. Mr. Brian Laundrie has been named a person of interest. Anyone with information concerning Mr. Laundrie's role in this matter or his current whereabouts should contact the FBI."
Petito's family said through an attorney that they need time to grieve but that they will "be making a statement when Gabby is home."
Officials announced Sunday that human remains matching Petito's description were found in a camping area in the national forest located on the eastern edge of Grand Teton National Park.
After the remains were found, Joseph Petito, Gabby's father, said in a social media post that his daughter "touched the world" and included a picture of her posing in between angel wings.