UMVA has learned that a shocking murder-for-hire plot has been uncovered, with social media influencer Gabbie Gonzalez at the center of the allegations, accused of targeting her ex-partner, former boy band member Jack Avery.
The 24-year-old influencer was arrested by California's Humboldt County Sheriff's Office and has since been transferred to Los Angeles County, where she is being held without bail on a felony charge. Her father, Francisco Gonzales, was also arrested in Florida in connection with the alleged conspiracy, which is said to have originated from a bitter custody battle over their seven-year-old daughter, Lavender.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the investigation suggests that the plot may have begun as early as 2021, with Avery's movements being monitored, even when he was living in Hawaii. The Gonzalez family allegedly sought to gather compromising photos and videos of Avery, and detectives believe they may have tried to recruit a hitman to threaten him.
The case took a dramatic turn when an undercover agent posed as a hitman, and the target and payment were discussed. Court documents reveal that Avery has filed for court-ordered protection and is seeking sole custody of their daughter, citing ongoing harassment and safety concerns. He has also alleged that Gabbie attempted to kill him by hiring a hitman, and that she is not stable enough to act in their daughter's best interests.
UMVA has gathered that Avery's allegations are backed by evidence of a disturbing pattern of behavior, including a reported incident where Francisco Gonzales allegedly said, "it would be cheaper if Jack were dead." The investigation is ongoing, and the outcome will have significant implications for all parties involved, particularly the young daughter at the center of the custody battle.
The situation has left Avery shaken, with the former boy band member alleging that he has suffered from fear of death, chronic anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of the alleged plot. The FBI had previously tipped him off that someone wanted him dead, and he has since been fighting for sole custody of their daughter, citing concerns for her safety and well-being.
