The Shocking Verdict for Chad Daybell
Prosecution’s Perspective: Money, Power, and Sex
From the onset of the trial, prosecutors argued that Daybell’s motive for the murders of his wife Tammy Daybell and stepchildren Joshua “J.J” Vallow and Tylee Ryan was driven by “money, power, and sex.” Prosecutor Lindsey Beck emphasized that these were the priorities that guided Daybell’s actions.
Defense’s Perspective: The Alleged Framing
On the other hand, the defense presented a theory that it was Alex Cox, Lori Vallow’s brother, who committed the crimes and attempted to frame Daybell by burying the children on his property. Cox passed away due to natural causes during the investigation, leaving many questions unanswered.
The Shocking Revelation
The case took a surreal turn when the bodies of Vallow’s children were unearthed months after her arrest, buried on Daybell’s property. The discovery painted a grim picture of the disturbing events that unfolded behind closed doors.
Lori Vallow’s Fate
Following her own sensational trial, Lori Vallow was found guilty of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and grand theft in relation to the deaths of her children Tylee and J.J., as well as conspiracy to commit murder in the death of Tammy Daybell. She now serves a life sentence without the possibility of parole in Idaho, with additional charges pending in Arizona.
Unraveling their Beliefs
The disturbing details of Vallow and Daybell’s alleged beliefs came to light in a 2021 affidavit, revealing their delusional convictions of being appointed to lead 144,000 people in preparing for the apocalypse. The couple believed they possessed supernatural powers, including teleportation, the ability to summon natural disasters, and the power to discern “light” or “dark” spirits in individuals.