This tragic incident in Connecticut highlights the dangerous escalation of a toxic relationship, culminating in the intentional death of Kevin Gangell. Abbigale Whipple, 20, and Logan Diaz-Lopardo, 21, were both arrested in connection with the death of Gangell, who was struck by a car driven by Diaz-Lopardo.
Whipple had been in a tumultuous relationship with Gangell, and after he blocked her, she bombarded him with over 1,600 messages, including threats and verbal abuse. In the final exchange, she sent a message reading, “I warned u,” just minutes before Gangell was struck.
According to the police, Whipple had been in contact with Diaz-Lopardo, who was her platonic friend with unrequited romantic feelings.
They allegedly plotted to cause harm to Gangell, with Whipple urging Diaz-Lopardo to “hurt” him. The vehicle struck Gangell with enough force to send him flying 70 feet, causing blunt force trauma, and leading to his death.
Whipple and Diaz-Lopardo both face serious charges, including conspiracy to commit manslaughter, with Diaz-Lopardo also charged with first-degree manslaughter. Both suspects sustained injuries in the crash but are now facing legal consequences for what authorities believe was a deliberate act of violence gone horribly wrong.
This case underscores the dangers of emotional manipulation and the destructive power of obsession, resulting in a deadly outcome. The investigation continues as police piece together the events leading up to Gangell’s tragic death.