Cult mum Lori Daybell called 'coward' as she is given two more life sentences

July 25, 2025

Lori Vallow Daybell received two additional life sentences in Arizona for plotting her ex-husband's murder and the attempted murder of her niece's ex-husband, adding to her existing life sentence for killing her two children. During the emotional sentencing, family members including her surviving son Colby Ryan and the grandparents of her murdered son condemned her actions and character. The crimes were committed as part of Daybell's bizarre apocalyptic beliefs shared with her current husband Chad Daybell, who awaits a death sentence in Idaho.

Who is affected

Lori Vallow Daybell's family members, including her only surviving son Colby Ryan
Kay and Larry Woodcock, grandparents of her murdered son Joshua "JJ" Vallow
The deceased victims: Charles Vallow (ex-husband), Joshua Vallow (7-year-old son), and Tylee Ryan (16-year-old daughter)
Brandon Boudreaux, her niece's ex-husband who survived an attempted murder
Chad Daybell, her current husband who is awaiting execution

What action is being taken

Lori Vallow Daybell is being sentenced to two more life sentences in Arizona
Family members are testifying in court about the impact of her crimes
The legal proceedings are concluding with this third and final trial
Chad Daybell is awaiting execution in Idaho for related murders

Why it matters

The case represents the culmination of multiple murders motivated by apocalyptic religious beliefs
It brings closure to family members who have suffered from Daybell's actions
The case has received national attention after the children went missing and were later found dead
It demonstrates the legal consequences of conspiracy to commit murder for financial gain through life insurance
The sentencing represents justice for multiple victims across different states

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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