A CHILLING audio of a “blessing” given by Chad Daybell to his wife’s brother has been released.
The recording, which was discovered on Lori Vallow’s iCloud, was discussed in court.
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Chad, 55, started his trial for the 2019 murders of his ex-wife Tammy Daybell and Lori’s two children on April 1.
He is facing several charges including first-degree murder, insurance fraud, conspiracy to commit murder, and grand theft in connection to the deaths of Lori’s children.
Alex Cox, Lori’s brother, was involved in the July 2019 death of her fourth husband, Charles Vallow.
At the time, Alex said he shot and killed his brother-in-law but claimed it was an act of self-defense, according to NBC News.
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He suddenly died a few months later in December 2019, at age 51, and a medical examiner reported he died of natural causes due to a blood clot in his arteries.
The court discussed a November 24, 2019, blessing given to Alex by Chad.
The 15-minute audio was played to the court, according to East Idaho News.
In the audio, Chad was heard saying that Alex had entered the Church of the Firstborn and the blessing he received had been authorized by Jesus Christ, according to East Idaho News.
Chad also described a close bond between Alex and his sister Lori.
“And you were selected to help protect your sister and helped her in numerous probations as a defender,” Chad said in the audio.
“You have a special bond even from the pre-mortal world.
“You connected there and as she grew in power you were right there beside her, always.”
Prosecuting Attorney Lindsey Blake questioned Detective Nathan Duncan after the audio was played, according to East Idaho News.
The attorney asked Detective Duncan what stood out to him.
Ducan listed “The Church of the Firstborn” and the line that Alex had “already helped them,” as points that left an impression.
In the audio, Chad told Alex that he had “assisted” the couple but did not explain what that entailed.
Lori Vallow timeline
Lori Vallow has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of murdering her two children. She has also been charged with conspiracy to commit murder in relation to the death of her ex-husband Charles Vallow. Here is timeline of events that led to her arrest, trial, and conviction.
- 2006: Lori Vallow married her then-husband Charles Vallow.
- 2014: Lori and Charles adopt JJ Vallow.
- 2018: After becoming a fan of Chad Daybell’s doomsday books, Lori meets him. The two start doing podcasts together.
- February 2019: Charles Vallow files for divorce from Lori.
- July 2019: Charles Vallow is shot to death by Lori’s brother, Alex Cox.
- September 8, 2019: Tylee Ryan, 16, Lori’s daughter, goes missing. She was last seen at Yellowstone National Park.
- September 22, 2019: JJ Vallow goes missing.
- October 19, 2019: Chad Daybell’s wife, Tammy, dies.
- November 5, 2019: Lori and Chad tied the knot in Hawaii.
- November 26, 2019: A nationwide search was launched following the disappearances of Tylee and JJ.
- February 20, 2020: Lori was arrested after failing to comply with a police order to produce her children and ensure they were safe.
- June 9, 2020: Human remains were found in Chad Daybell’s backyard. Daybell was arrested.
- June 2020: The remains found were identified as JJ and Tylee’s.
- May 2021: Lori and Chad were both charged with first-degree murder in connection with JJ and Tylee’s deaths.
- April 10, 2023: Lori’s trial starts.
- May 12, 2023: Lori was charged with murder in connection with JJ and Tylee’s deaths. She was also charged with conspiracy to murder in connection with JJ and Tylee’s deaths, as well as the death of Tammy Daybell.
- June 2, 2023: Judge Steven Boyce reveals Chad’s trial will start on April 1, 2024.
- July 31, 2023: Lori was sentenced to life in prison.
- December 7, 2023: Lori was charged with conspiracy to murder in connection with the death of Charles Vallow. She pleads not guilty.
- January 2024: John Prior, Chad’s lawyer, files a motion to remove himself from the case. Judge Boyce denies this request.
- February 2024: Lori beams in court during hearing – months after she was charged with conspiracy to commit murder.
- March 2024: Chad was booked into the Ada County Jail in Boise, Idaho, ahead of his trial. Daybell will be holed up inside the jail until his trial ends.
“You have already assisted us in ways that can never be repaid,” Chad said in the recording.
“You will continue to do so as you move forward in this life.”
Chad also described Alex as a “prophet” during the 2019 blessing.
“One of your missions will be to go among the people and testify as a prophet,” Chad said.
“You will share your own experiences of overcoming adversity and through your example, they will rise up.”
Chad looked up at the blue screen above the witnesses and looked back down as the audio played to the courtroom, according to East Idaho News.
His wife, Lori Vallow, was sentenced to life in prison without parole in July 2023.
The U.S. Sun has previously reported that the couple’s trials could be starkly different as Chad Daybell could risk facing the death penalty.
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