Family Attorney Confirms Brian Laundrie Died by Suicide

Less than a month after Sarasota County Sheriff Kurt Hoffman shared that Brian Laundrie likely died by suicide, Laundrie’s family lawyer is now saying the same. 

Attorney Steven Bertolino revealed in a statement to FOX 13 that Laundrie, 23, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. The reported suicide is being confirmed after Laundrie’s 22-year-old fiancée was found dead in Wyoming this October following a nationwide search. Laundrie’s remains were later discovered at a Florida preserve. 

“Chris and Roberta are still mourning the loss of their son and are hopeful that these findings bring closure to both families,” the attorney said in a statement to FOX 13.

This story is being updated.