The Chad Daybell murder case is underway in Ada County. Daybell is charged with conspiracy to commit murder and first-degree murder in relation to the deaths of Tammy Daybell, Joshua “JJ” Vallow, and Tylee Ryan. He is also charged with grand theft and insurance fraud. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
How to Watch the Trial
The trial is being livestreamed using court cameras and equipment. You can watch the proceedings in the video player above.
Key Events and Testimonies
Prosecutors and the defense have given opening statements, and witnesses are being called to testify. Here's a breakdown of some key events and testimonies:
- Opening Statements: Both the prosecution and defense presented their initial arguments.
- Witness Testimonies: Several witnesses have provided crucial information.
Witnesses and Key Testimonies
Several witnesses have provided crucial testimonies that shed light on the events surrounding the deaths of Tammy Daybell, JJ Vallow, and Tylee Ryan.
- Garth Daybell: Garth, Chad’s brother, told jurors about the events leading up to his mother’s death. He mentioned finding her cold and stiff.
- Emma Murray: Emma, Chad’s daughter, detailed her mother’s health and her father’s behavior after her death. She confirmed that her father told her the children were safe but later revealed they were found in the backyard.
- Dr. Katherine Raven: A forensic pathologist for the defense, reviewed documents related to the case and concluded that Tammy Daybell’s death was undetermined.
- Dr. Angi Christensen: A Forensic Anthropologist with the FBI, testified about the condition of Tylee Ryan’s bones, noting signs of blunt force trauma.
- Colby Ryan: Lori Vallow Daybell’s oldest son, testified he last saw his siblings on August 30, 2019.
- Sheila Daybell: Chad Daybell's mother, spoke about meeting Lori Vallow Daybell shortly after Tammy's death.
- Zulema Pastenes: Witnessed a “romantic affair” between Daybell and Vallow while Tammy Daybell was alive.
Forensic Evidence
Forensic evidence played a significant role in the trial, providing crucial details about the deaths and the circumstances surrounding them.
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- Tylee Ryan's Remains: Were mutilated and severely burned, showing signs of blunt force trauma.
- JJ Vallow's Autopsy: Concluded that he died as a result of asphyxia by a plastic bag over his head and duct tape on his mouth.
- Tammy Daybell's Autopsy: Determined that her cause of death was asphyxia, and the manner of death was a homicide. Bruising to Tammy Daybell’s left and right arms and chest were determined to have hemorrhaging in the soft tissue.
- Latent Prints: Analyzed from the black plastic wrappings around JJ Vallow’s body matched Alex Cox’s right little finger and upper palm.
Timeline of Events
An investigator with the Idaho Office of the Attorney General pieced together a timeline using phone records, witness interviews, and police reports.
- September 8, 2019: Tylee Ryan was last seen in a family photo at Yellowstone National Park.
- September 9, 2019: Law enforcement believe Tylee was killed.
- September 22, 2019: JJ Vallow was last seen in a photo taken in his mother’s apartment.
- October 9, 2019: The same day a masked man confronted Tammy in her driveway and pointed a paintball gun at her, Pastenes and Lori Vallow conducted a casting for Tammy Daybell .
- October 2019: Tammy Daybell died, Chad Daybell claimed that Tammy had been up with a “coughing fit” and had thrown up.
Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow texted each other about “death percentages” for Lori’s two children and Chad’s first wife in July and August of 2019. On October 5, 2019, Chad Daybell texted Lori that his wife, Tammy Daybell, was in limbo and a demonic entity named Viola had entered Tammy’s body. Jurors also heard more steamy passages from the “James and Elena” story, which is a parallel depiction of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow’s extramarital affair.
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Verdict and Sentencing
Chad Daybell was convicted of conspiracy and first-degree murder in the death of Tammy Daybell. The jury recommended the death penalty for Daybell, and the judge agreed with the jury’s death penalty recommendation and sentenced Daybell to death for counts 1 through 6.
Aftermath
Larry Woodcock, JJ Vallow’s grandfather, spoke after the verdict, reflecting on the tragic loss. He said, “It’s a sad day. JJ would have been 12 years old,” adding, “What did they accomplish? Nothing. What did they do?
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Key Players
Here's a brief overview of the key individuals involved in the case:
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Chad Daybell | Defendant, charged with murder and conspiracy |
| Lori Vallow | Co-conspirator, married Chad Daybell |
| Tammy Daybell | Chad's first wife, victim |
| JJ Vallow | Lori's son, victim |
| Tylee Ryan | Lori's daughter, victim |
| Alex Cox | Lori's brother, involved in the deaths |
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