A Miami lawyer, his daughter, and a surf instructor are facing serious charges tied to a plot to kill a singer from a popular boy band. This shocking case recently came to light in a criminal complaint.
The lawyer, Francisco Gonzalez, his 25-year-old daughter Gabriela, and Kai Cordrey have all been charged with conspiracy and solicitation to commit murder. Their target? Jack Avery, a former member of the boy band Why Don’t We, known for hits in the late 2010s.
Gabriela and Jack share a seven-year-old daughter and have been tangled in a custody dispute. During court hearings in 2021, Gabriela described Jack as an “unfit” and “dangerous” parent. Disturbingly, she reportedly expressed wanting Jack dead and even discussed hiring a hitman.
Around the same time, her father was in contact with Cordrey, her new partner. Allegedly, Francisco directed Cordrey to find someone to threaten Jack. They reportedly decided on Dustin Barca, a retired MMA fighter living in Hawaii. However, Barca has not been accused of any wrongdoing and has not commented.
Things escalated when Cordrey explored the dark web under the alias “LizardKing69,” attempting to communicate with someone he believed to be an assassin. Francisco allegedly sent Cordrey $14,000 to facilitate this, which Cordrey funneled through a dark web account. Eventually, they interacted with an undercover FBI agent posing as the hitman.
Gabriela was arrested recently, with an arraignment set for Thursday. Francisco Gonzalez is in custody in Florida, though the status of Cordrey is unclear.
This case raises questions about the pressures of celebrity life and the heavy toll of public disputes. Domestic issues can spiral out of control, especially when mixed with fame. In a digital age, the consequences of actions are magnified, as seen in this tragic situation.
In the celebrity world, social media often influences public perception. Gabriela herself has a significant following on Instagram and TikTok, which she uses to showcase her life in Hawaii. Such platforms can amplify personal drama, sometimes leading to extreme reactions.
Meanwhile, Jack Avery is focusing on his solo career, having released a new single earlier this year. This case serves as a stark reminder of how far tensions can escalate, and the serious implications of those actions.
For further insights into such cases and their legal implications, consider exploring resources from the American Bar Association.
