Disturbing Details Revealed About Brutal Deaths of Lori Vallow Daybell's Children

TL;DR

Lori Vallow is on trial for first-degree murder, conspiracy, and other charges related to the deaths of her children, Tylee Ryan and JJ Vallow, with disturbing testimony revealing their cause of death.

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foreign crime Network I'm Linda Kenny bodden well the high profile trial of Doomsday cult Mom Lori valadebell continues in Boise Idaho she is charged with first degree murder conspiracy and other charges over the deaths of her daughter Tyler Ryan and her adopted son JJ valo she's also charged with her husband Chad's first wife Tammy daybell in a co... Read More

Key Insights

• 🥖 The cause of death for JJ Vallow was asphyxiation due to a bag duct-taped around his neck.
• 🥖 There were scratches on JJ's neck, suggesting he may have tried to remove the bag before his death.
• 🙈 JJ was last seen alive in his pajamas on the couch before disappearing.
• 😚 The jury was shown close-up autopsy photos of the children, which caused emotional reactions.
• 📷 Lori Vallow's reaction to the testimonies and photos seemed more pronounced during JJ's autopsy.
• 📫 The presence of a substance called "liquid X" in JJ's body raised questions about whether it was given or naturally occurring.
• 🈷️ Ty Lee had ibuprofen in her system, but no lethal amounts or concerning substances.

Questions & Answers

Q: What was the cause of death for JJ Vallow?

The cause of death for JJ Vallow was asphyxiation due to a bag duct-taped around his neck, leading to suffocation.

Q: Was there any indication of the children being given drugs or alcohol?

The medical examiner mentioned a substance called "liquid X" found in JJ's body, but it was unclear if it was naturally occurring or given. Ty Lee had ibuprofen in her system, but nothing lethal.

Q: Did JJ show signs of fighting his assailant?

Yes, JJ had bruising on his arm, indicating he may have been trying to fight for his life before his murder.

Q: How did Lori Vallow react to the testimony and autopsy photos?

Lori Vallow cried, wiped tears, and looked away from the monitor during the testimonies. She showed more noticeable reactions when it came to JJ's autopsy than Tyler's remains.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Lori Vallow's son, JJ, was found with a bag duct-taped around his neck, causing asphyxiation and suffocation.

• There were scratches on JJ's neck, indicating he may have been trying to remove the bag before his death.

• The jury heard about the last time JJ was seen alive, with photos showing him in his pajamas on the couch before he disappeared.