Social media influencer Gabriela Gonzalez, 25, her father Francisco Gonzalez, a Miami attorney, and her ex-boyfriend Kai Cordrey have been charged in Los Angeles with plotting to kill singer Jack Avery during a custody dispute. According to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office, the trio was charged with attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and solicitation of murder. If convicted, they face sentences ranging from 25 years to life in prison.
Key Takeaways
Social media influencer Gabriela Gonzalez, her father Francisco Gonzalez, and ex-boyfriend Kai Cordrey were charged in Los Angeles for plotting to kill singer Jack Avery during a custody dispute. Prosecutors allege they attempted to hire a hitman through the dark web between 2020-2021.
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▼Source Claims Check
1 Difference FoundAll 4 publishers report consistent facts across 2 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plot Timeline | 1 Difference | CBS and LA Times say 2020-2021; Sky News says April-September 2021 | ▼ |
| Charges | Broad Agreement | Attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, solicitation of murder | |
| Money Sent | Broad Agreement | $14,000 provided by Francisco Gonzalez |
Plot Timeline
▼CBS and LA Times say 2020-2021; Sky News says April-September 2021
Charges
Broad AgreementAttempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder, solicitation of murder
Money Sent
Broad Agreement$14,000 provided by Francisco Gonzalez
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The alleged plot unfolded between 2020 and 2021 during a bitter custody battle over their 7-year-old daughter. Prosecutors allege that Gabriela Gonzalez portrayed Avery as an "unfit" parent and discussed hiring a hitman to kill him, according to CBS News. Her father allegedly provided $14,000 for the plot.
The investigation began with the FBI, which handed the case over to Los Angeles County prosecutors. According to Los Angeles Times, Cordrey communicated with an undercover FBI agent posing as a hitman and discussed payment and proof of death. The criminal complaint alleges that Francisco Gonzalez sent Cordrey money through cryptocurrency accounts.
The defendants were arrested in separate locations: Gabriela Gonzalez was arrested in Humboldt County, California; her father was arrested in Lake Mary, Florida; and Cordrey's status remains unknown. All three are being held without bail pending their court appearances. Avery has since filed for a restraining order against Gonzalez and is seeking sole custody of their daughter.
Gabriela Gonzalez, who has close to half a million followers on TikTok and Instagram, allegedly attempted to hire the hitman through the dark web. According to Sky News, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman stated that the defendants went to great lengths in their attempt to find someone to commit murder.
Avery expressed gratitude towards authorities for their support on social media and said his focus is now on being a good father and building a stable life for his daughter. The band Why Don't We, of which Avery was formerly a member, disbanded in 2025 following legal battles with former management.
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