The second week of Lori Vallow Daybell's trial in Arizona began on Monday. Daybell is accused of planning the murder of her fourth husband, Charles Vallow, in July 2019. Her brother, Alex Cox, fatally shot Vallow and claimed self-defense. The trial is being streamed with a 30-minute delay. Key witnesses, including Daybell's brother Adam Cox and retired detective Daniel Coons, have testified about the relationships and circumstances surrounding the case. Adam Cox stated he had not seen Lori or Alex conspiring to kill Vallow but believed they had planned the murder. Other witnesses, like Serena Sharpe and Nancy Jo Hancock, also testified, according to ABC15.
The first week of Vallow Daybell’s trial focused on her belief system and the motives behind the alleged conspiracy. Already convicted in Idaho for the murder of her two children, Vallow Daybell drew national attention with her responses about their whereabouts, her quick marriage to doomsday author Chad Daybell, and "dark beliefs" that prosecutors say are linked to the conspiracies. Additionally, Vallow Daybell is representing herself in the trial, which has been covered by 12News.
Vallow Daybell’s trial has included testimony from witnesses about her alleged motives involving dark spirits and planning. Christina Atwood testified that Daybell talked about "casting" to expel evil spirits from her husband and allegedly drugged him with their son's medication. Vallow Daybell maintains she is innocent, stating that she and Charles Vallow were going through a difficult phase in their marriage. Kay Woodcock, Charles Vallow’s sister, testified that "Charles was absolutely concerned for his safety" before his death. Vallow Daybell questioned witnesses about evidence of a conspiracy, but their responses did not directly support her involvement. Sarena Sharp also testified and stood by her account despite being questioned. The trial is ongoing, with 12News providing coverage.
