Chad Daybell Found Guilty in Murders of Two Kids and First Wife

Daybell Convicted on All Counts

In a shocking verdict, Chad Daybell was found guilty on Thursday in the murders of his first wife and two children of his current wife, Lori Vallow Daybell. A jury in Idaho deliberated for less than two days before reaching their verdict.

Background of the Case

The charges against Daybell stem from the deaths of Tammy Daybell, his first wife, and Tylee Ryan and J.J. Vallow, the children of Lori Vallow Daybell. Tammy Daybell died in October 2019, and the children disappeared from their home in September 2019. Their bodies were later found buried on Daybell's property.

Prosecutors alleged that Daybell conspired with Lori Vallow Daybell to kill the children and Tammy Daybell. They presented evidence that Daybell had purchased a life insurance policy on Tammy Daybell and that he had made statements about being involved in her death.

Trial and Verdict

The trial lasted for several weeks, and the jury heard from dozens of witnesses. In their closing arguments, prosecutors argued that Daybell was the mastermind behind the killings, while Daybell's attorney maintained that he was innocent and that Lori Vallow Daybell was responsible for the deaths.

The jury ultimately found Daybell guilty on all charges. He faces life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Impact of the Verdict

The verdict in the Daybell case has sent shockwaves through the community and beyond. It brings closure to the families of the victims and provides some relief after years of uncertainty and pain.

The case has also raised questions about the role of religion in the killings. Daybell was a member of a fringe religious group, and prosecutors alleged that he believed that he was acting under divine guidance when he killed the victims.