Testimony challenges statement made by Daybell's son
A new witness called by the prosecution for rebuttal, states that Garth Daybell told him how he found his dead mother Tammy Daybell on October 19, 2019. The witness says Garth’s father Chad was not around in the house. In prior testimony by Garth Daybell, he said his father woke him up to help after his mother was found deceased.
Anthropology expert testifies on Tylee's burned remains
During day 29 of Chad Daybell's triple murder trial in Idaho, Dr. Eric Bartelink, an anthropology expert, was called by the defense to testify on the burned remains of Lori Vallow's daughter, Tylee Ryan.
Defense witness: Chad Daybell's DNA not found on any tested samples linked to JJ Vallow's murder
Chad Daybell's defense called on Dr. Greg Hampikian, known for his work in the exoneration of Amanda Knox. He testified that his DNA was not found on any tested samples linked to JJ Vallow's murder.
Chad Daybell's DNA not on tape from JJ's remains, doc says
Chad Daybell's defense called on Dr. Greg Hampikian, known for his work in the exoneration of Amanda Knox. He testified that his DNA was not found on any tested samples linked to JJ Vallow's murder. FOX 10's Justin Lum has the latest.
Chad Daybell trial: Tammy's cause of death should be 'undetermined,' testifying doctor says
On day 27 of the trial, Chad Daybell’s defense called on a forensic pathologist to testify on his behalf as Dr. Kathy Raven reviewed the autopsy done on his late wife, 49-year-old Tammy Daybell.
Doctor disagrees with Tammy Daybell's cause of death
On day 27 of the trial, Chad Daybell’s defense called on a forensic pathologist to testify on his behalf as Dr. Kathy Raven reviewed the autopsy done on his late wife, 49-year-old Tammy Daybell. FOX 10's Justin Lum has more.
Doctor: Tammy's cause of death should be "undetermined"
On Day 27 of Chad Daybell’s triple murder trial, his defense called on Dr. Kathy Raven to testify. Raven is a forensic pathologist who reviewed the autopsy report on Tammy Daybell who prosecutors say was murdered by Chad on October 19, 2019.
Chad Daybell's son: "It was pretty plain that I needed to change my story"
The lawyer of Chad Daybell called on two people closest to him during the first day the defense could call witnesses to the stand in Daybell's triple-murder trial.
Chad Daybell's children testify at his murder trial
Last week, the prosecution rested its case in the triple murder trial of Chad Daybell, and on Monday, the defense called their first witness to the stand.
Chad Daybell's defense team takes over case in court
Chad Daybell's defense team will take over the case Monday. He's accused of killing two kids who used to live in Chandler, along with his first wife. The prosecution rested its case on Friday. FOX 10 Investigator Justin Lum has a preview.
Controversial clerical error mucks up Daybell trial
Controversy surrounded the Chad Daybell trial after a clerical error on dates of J.J. Vallow's death was discovered on the final day of prosecution witnesses. FOX 10's Justin Lum has the latest.
Daybell predicted death percentages for victims
The State of Idaho's last witness is retired FBI agent Doug Hart who walked the court through disturbing text messages between Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow. The messages were exchanged in 2019 before the death of Tammy Daybell, Chad's first wife. Daybell discussed "death percentages" he came up with specifically for Tammy and JJ Vallow, the adopted son of Lori Vallow.
Chad Daybell trial: Shocking phone call played between Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell
A bombshell phone call between Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell, recorded while Vallow was in jail the day before the bodies of her two children were found in Chad's backyard was played for the jury.
Chad Daybell trial: Bizarre phone call revealed
Prosecutors played a phone call recorded the day before investigators discovered the bodies of Lori Vallow's children in Chad Daybell's backyard. The bizarre call revealed a seemingly coded conversation between Vallow who was in jail and Daybell, discussing plans and otherworldly text messages. FOX 10's Justin Lum has more.
'Blueprint' discussed before discovery of JJ, Tylee
A never before heard jail phone call between Chad Daybell and “Doomsday Mom” Lori Vallow on June 8, 2020. Vallow asks her husband for reassurance the day before her kids were found dead in Daybell’s backyard. At the time, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan had been missing since September 2019. On the call, Daybell claims he had texted with Vallow’s dead brother Alex Cox.
Chad Daybell trial: FBI investigator testifies against so-called 'doomsday prophet'
May 14 marked Day 23 of Chad Daybell’s capital murder trial, and more evidence was presented against the self-proclaimed prophet accused of killing two Arizona kids and his first wife.
Chad Daybell sends texts after alleged burial of Tylee Ryan
Retired FBI special agent Ricky Wright told the court about Alex Cox’s cell phone tracked on Chad Daybell’s property on September 9, 2019. He also revealed text messages sent from Chad Daybell to his first wife Tammy after Cox left the home that morning. Tylee’s remains were discovered in the backyard on June 9, 2020.
The last day Tylee Ryan was seen alive
Retired FBI special agent Ricky Wright testified on day 23 of Chad Daybell murder trial, breaking down the digital trace of Tylee Ryan’s locations by way of her uncle Alex Cox’s cell phone device. Tylee had gone on a trip to Yellowstone National Park with her mother Lori Vallow, brother JJ Vallow and Alex Cox in his truck before returning home to Rexburg, Idaho on September 8th, 2019. She would never be seen alive again.
Deputy medical examiner details Tammy Daybell's autopsy
On day 22 of the Chad Daybell murder trial, we heard from the deputy medical examiner who performed Tammy Daybell's autopsy. She confirms the bruising happened around the time of Tammy's death.
Romantic texts between Chad & Lori read in court
On day 22 of the Chad Daybell triple murder trial, romantic text messages between Chad and Lori Vallow were read in court. FBI agent Nicole Heidemann, a tactical specialist, took the stand to testify again on digital evidence recovered. “He kissed her deeply as their breathing slow. He held her tightly before they began another round of pleasurable bonding,” reads one of the texts from Chad to Lori. “That is pretty incredible,” followed by fire emojis.