'Sins Of Our Mother': Idaho Cult Mom Lori Vallow Found Guilty Of Killing Her Children, Husband's Ex-wife

In a courtroom drama that captivated the globe, Lori Vallow Daybell, known as the "Doomsday Mom," was pronounced guilty of murder and conspiracy on Friday.

The shocking case centered around a bizarre cult plot that led to the deaths of her two children and her husband's first wife.

The 49-year-old Vallow Daybell maintained an emotionless demeanor as the verdict was delivered seven hours after the jury commenced deliberations.

Even before her fate was sealed, she smiled and chatted with her attorney, adding an eerie twist to the already chilling proceedings.

In addition to murder and conspiracy charges, Vallow Daybell was also found guilty of multiple counts of grand theft by deception and grand theft, revealing a web of deceit that extended beyond the tragic loss of lives.

Prosecutors painted Vallow Daybell as an aspiring cultist with sinister motives of "money, power, and sex" throughout the emotionally charged six-week trial. Their narrative pointed to her alleged involvement in the murders of her 16-year-old daughter Tylee Ryan and her son Joshua "J.J." Vallow, in September 2019.

Tylee wrote this about you #LoriVallow and you killed her anyway. Rot in hell. pic.twitter.com/aVz8WoF2wn

¡ª ? (@jenbo_29) May 12, 2023

The grim discovery of the children's remains occurred in the backyard of Vallow Daybell's third husband, Chad Daybell, a doomsday author, in June 2020.

Today is a good day! My former sister-in-law, #LoriVallow, was convicted of all charges. Justice won¡¯t bring back my niece, Tylee Ryan, her little brother, JJ Vallow, or Chad Daybell¡¯s first wife, Tammy Daybell, but it lightens the load a bit. (1/4) pic.twitter.com/vZWolMWfSk

¡ª Annie Cushing (@AnnieCushing) May 12, 2023

The shocking revelations did not end there. Vallow Daybell also faced accusations of conspiring with Chad to kill his first wife, Tammy Daybell, who mysteriously passed away at their Salem home on October 19, 2019.

keep in mind how much she loved her mum #LoriVallow #LoriVallowTrial #LoriVallowDaybellTrial pic.twitter.com/eV7GYkBAna

¡ª Lilly inLondon (@Lillyin_London) May 12, 2023

The courtroom was subjected to the distressing sight of graphic images depicting the children's remains. According to the prosecution, Vallow Daybell committed the heinous acts to free her and Chad from the restrictions of their previous relationships so they could start a new life.

Text messages presented as evidence revealed the couple's sinister intentions to inflict pain upon Tylee, J.J., and even Vallow Daybell's older son.

Larry & Kay will have justice and peace for Mother's Day Weekend ?????
May #GodBless & comfort you until the battle continues for next evil ba*tard

#LoriVallowDaybellTrial #LoriVallow #LoriVallowverdict pic.twitter.com/4J0jX1Ykbr

¡ª Mia & Her 2ndThoughts (@Angels_Dwell) May 12, 2023

The defense, led by attorney Jim Archibold, countered by suggesting that Chad had manipulated Vallow Daybell through his apocalyptic teachings, painting her as a victim rather than a willing participant.

The shocking trial exposed the dark underbelly of a cult-like dynamic and revealed the devastating consequences it brought upon innocent lives. As the gavel fell on the guilty verdict, the nation grappled with the chilling reality of "Doomsday Mom's" actions and the tragic aftermath of a twisted plot.

"She wanted to be with Chad. They were obviously having an affair. But Lori had no plan to kill her kids," Archibold told the court.

Vallow's grandfather, Larry Woodcock, arrived at court wearing a t-shirt that proudly proclaimed him the "World's Greatest Papa."

Finally. Lori Vallow-Daybell is guilty on all counts. We are ready for the next 2 cases. These are Americans grandparents ????? RIP Tammy, JJ, Tylee pic.twitter.com/7SXrL5gK0S

¡ª Leslie Rumsey (@RumseyLeslie) May 12, 2023

Fighting back tears, he expressed his sorrow, saying, "I'm not the world's greatest papa... but I hope I was the world's greatest papa to J.J. and Tylee."

Tearing up, Larry said ¡°I¡¯m not be the worlds greatest papa¡­ but I hope I was the worlds greatest papa to JJ and Tylee.¡± pic.twitter.com/5rPyQ42Y9G

¡ª Pretty Lies & Alibis? (@PrettyLiesAlibi) May 12, 2023

Larry and his wife, Kay, were seen embracing each other in tears after Vallow Daybell exited the courtroom.

We are relieved and grateful that justice has been served with the guilty verdict in Tammy¡¯s tragic murder. While this cannot bring Tammy, JJ, and Tylee back, we are glad that the justice system has done its job in holding the responsible person accountable for her actions. pic.twitter.com/TlkUNftWLj

¡ª Tammy Douglas Daybell Foundation (@TDD_Foundation) May 12, 2023

Larry led reporters in an unexpected rendition of "We Will Rock You" outside the courthouse before addressing their questions. Overwhelmed with emotions, he stated, "For once in my life, I'm kinda at a loss for words. I want to personally thank and I want to hug every one of those jurors personally. What they went through and what they saw was mind-boggling."

Larry Woodcock speaks after #LoriVallow is convicted on all charges. #LoriVallowTrial pic.twitter.com/mFuhtqxtCK

¡ª Annie Elise x 10 to LIFE (@_10toLIFE) May 12, 2023

Larry expressed his anticipation for Chad Daybell's trial and, when asked if he had a final message for Vallow Daybell, he replied, "Turn out the lights. The party's over," implying that justice would be served.

In a statement released shortly after the courtroom was adjourned, the Madison and Fremont County prosecutors expressed their satisfaction with the jury's decision, stating they were "very pleased."

They reassured the public of their commitment to seeking justice for Tylee Ryan, J.J. Vallow, and Tammy Daybell.

However, they refrained from providing further comments due to the pending charges against Chad.

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