The Lori Vallow Daybell case has captivated the nation due to its bizarre twists and tragic outcome. This timeline details the key events leading to her conviction.
**2018-2019: Religious Beliefs and Moving to Idaho:** Lori Vallow Daybell's religious beliefs became increasingly extreme. She began expressing apocalyptic visions and distanced herself from family. In 2019, she moved to Idaho with her children, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow.
**October 2019: Charles Vallow's Death:** Lori's husband, Charles Vallow, was shot and killed by her brother, Alex Cox, in Arizona. Cox claimed self-defense, and he was never charged.
**October 2019: JJ and Tylee Disappear:** JJ Vallow was last seen at his school in Rexburg, Idaho, in September 2019. Tylee Ryan was last seen on a trip to Yellowstone National Park with Lori and Alex Cox in early September. Authorities began investigating their disappearance in November after a welfare check request.
**November 2019: Lori Marries Chad Daybell:** Just weeks after Tammy Daybell's death, Lori Vallow married Chad Daybell, a self-published author focused on doomsday prophecies.
**December 2019: Search Warrants and Investigation:** Police executed search warrants on Lori and Chad's property. The investigation intensified as authorities suspected foul play.
**January 2020: Children Officially Missing:** The Rexburg Police Department officially declared JJ and Tylee missing.
**February 2020: Lori and Chad Leave Idaho:** Lori and Chad left Idaho after being questioned by police, failing to cooperate with the investigation.
**March 2020: Deadline to Produce Children Expires:** A court-ordered deadline for Lori to produce her children expired, and she failed to comply.
**June 2020: Children's Remains Found:** The remains of JJ and Tylee were found buried on Chad Daybell's property in Salem, Idaho.
**July 2020: Lori and Chad Indicted:** Lori Vallow Daybell and Chad Daybell were indicted on multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit murder and first-degree murder.
**May 2021: Chad Daybell Indicted:** Chad Daybell was also indicted on murder charges.
**April-May 2023: Lori Vallow Daybell's Trial:** Lori Vallow Daybell's trial began in Boise, Idaho. The prosecution presented evidence linking her to the deaths of her children and Tammy Daybell.
**May 2023: Guilty Verdict:** The jury found Lori Vallow Daybell guilty on all charges.
**July 2023: Sentencing:** Lori Vallow Daybell was sentenced to life in prison without parole.
**Ongoing:** Chad Daybell is awaiting trial on similar charges. This case continues to impact the families and communities involved.
Lori Vallow Daybell Case: A Timeline of Events
Lori Vallow Daybell was found guilty in May 2023 for the deaths of her two children, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, and her husband's former wife, Tammy Daybell. She was sentenced to life in prison without parole. This timeline outlines the key events in the complex and tragic case, from initial disappearances to the final verdict. Understanding the timeline provides important context to the legal proceedings and the devastating impact on the victims' families.
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