GABBY Petito's death was quickly ruled a homicide as there were likely "visible signs of trauma

How Gabby Petito autopsy will reveal her body ‘had visible signs of trauma from attack’, forensic scientist claims
GABBY Petito's death was quickly ruled a homicide as there were likely "visible signs of trauma consistent with an attack", it's been claimed
The 22-year-old's stepfather, Jim Schmidt, revealed in a press conference this week that Gabby's body has still not been released, despite her funeral being held in New York
Gabby was found dead at the Spread Creek Dispersed Campground in the Bridger-Teton National Forrest on Sunday, September 19 in Wyoming, more than a week after she was reported missing
Jennifer Shen, retired San Diego Police Department Crime Laboratory Director, has given her opinion on why her full autopsy results are yet to be released
In an exclusive interview with The Sun, she said: "The death was referred to as a homicide very quickly after her body was found
"This generally indicates the cause of death was pretty apparent to those that found her
"I would assume there was visible trauma consistent with some kind of attack (i.e. gunshot wounds, knife wounds, obvious signs of strangulation etc.)
"The official cause of death and the autopsy report will likely take weeks to release.
"There are many in-depth toxicological tests that are completed to be thorough and to provide any and all information her body has to offer
Speaking at the presser, Gabby's stepfather said: "Part of our goal was we wanted to bring her home as quickly as possible, but it's important for the FBI, the Teton County sheriff's, the Teton County coroner's office to hold onto her for as long as they need
"We want to make sure that no matter what we do not impede their investigation in any way
"We wanted her home immediately, but we understand their position and we know that she's safe with them and as long as she’s with them
"It was a very tough decision to have to make, to come home, but we felt it was important to come home so we could mourn her and celebrate her life and be with our family and friends. When they're ready to release her, we will be bringing her home
The Teton County Coroner, Dr. Brent Blue, confirmed that Gabby died as a result of a homicide but the cause is still pending final autopsy results

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