Lori Vallow Daybell’s First Media Interview: A Chilling Expression of No Remorse
In a disturbing and highly anticipated media interview, Lori Vallow Daybell, the 51-year-old mother convicted of murdering her two children, her husband’s previous wife, and her estranged husband, showed no signs of remorse for the heinous crimes. Speaking from an Arizona jail, Lori maintained her innocence, denying any involvement in the murders and instead claiming that she and her husband, Chad Daybell, would eventually be exonerated. She even joked about her future, suggesting she might appear on Dancing With the Stars after her exoneration. Lori also expressed confidence in acting as her own attorney in her upcoming trials, describing the experience as "great" despite acknowledging the challenges it poses.
The Case Against Lori and Chad Daybell: Money, Sex, and Power
Prosecutors in the case have painted Lori and Chad Daybell as individuals driven by a dangerous mix of greed, lust, and a desire for control. Madison County Prosecuting Attorney Rob Wood summarized their motivations, stating, "Our theme was, ‘This is about money, sex, and power.’"Investigators believe the couple’s actions were not merely religiously motivated but were instead rooted in more tangible gains. They allegedly targeted individuals who stood in their way, including Lori’s estranged husband, Charles Vallow, her children, Tylee Ryan and Joshua "JJ" Vallow, and Chad’s first wife, Tammy Daybell. Each of these individuals was labeled as "dark" or "zombies" by Chad, a practice that prosecutors argue justified their killings. The couple is believed to have profited from these murders, including through life insurance payouts.
Chad Daybell’s Bizarre Claims and the Role of Lori’s Brother, Alex Cox
Chad Daybell, a self-published author of end-times-themed novels, claimed to have near-death experiences that granted him visions of the past, present, and future. These claims were used to justify the labeling of his victims as "dark" individuals. Prosecutors argue that this labeling was a tactic to dehumanize and justify the murders. Lori’s now-deceased brother, Alex Cox, is suspected of carrying out the actual killings. Cox admitted to killing Charles Vallow in what he claimed was self-defense but is believed by investigators to have been a "cold-blooded killer" who acted on behalf of Lori and Chad. Cox’s involvement also extended to the attempted murder of Brandon Boudreaux, the estranged husband of Lori’s niece, and the murders of Tylee and JJ.
The Tragic Disappearance and Murder of Lori’s Children
Lori’s children, Tylee Ryan and Joshua "JJ" Vallow, disappeared in September 2019 after the family moved to Idaho. Their bodies were found nine months later on Chad’s property, with JJ buried in a pet cemetery and Tylee dismembered and burned in a fire pit. Lori has denied any responsibility for their deaths, even suggesting in an interview that Tylee might have accidentally killed JJ and then taken her own life. However, her older son, Colby Ryan, has dismissed this claim as "lies," emphasizing that his sister was not capable of such violence. The case has shocked the nation, with many struggling to comprehend how a mother could be accused of such atrocities.
The Mysterious Death of Tammy Daybell and Lori’s Marital Entanglements
Chad’s first wife, Tammy Daybell, died under suspicious circumstances in October 2019. Initially ruled as a natural death, further investigation revealed that she had been asphyxiated. Lori and Chad married just weeks after Tammy’s death and received a significant life insurance payout, which prosecutors argue was a direct motive for her murder. Lori has maintained her innocence in Tammy’s death, claiming that evidence proved it was due to natural causes. However, the circumstances surrounding Tammy’s death and the subsequent marriage and financial gain have led investigators to strongly suspect foul play.
Lori’s Upcoming Trials and Her Decision to Act as Her Own Attorney
Lori is set to stand trial for the murder of her estranged husband, Charles Vallow, and will also face separate charges for conspiring to kill Brandon Boudreaux. Despite the complexity of these cases, Lori has chosen to act as her own attorney, a decision she described as "great" but "difficult." Jury selection for her trial in Charles’s murder is scheduled to begin on March 31, with the trial date for the Boudreaux case yet to be set. Lori’s lack of remorse and unwavering confidence in her exoneration have left many questioning her mental state and the potential outcome of her trials. As the legal proceedings unfold, the nation will be watching closely to see if justice will be served for the victims of these horrific crimes.
