Forensic Files

Mommy Doomsday

Dateline NBC

  • Apr 1, 2021
  • 1:22:01
  • Full Episode
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<p>Exclusive new interviews and details on the deaths surrounding Chad and Lori Vallow Daybell, a case Keith Morrison has been on since it drew national attention after Lori’s children disappeared.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>

Brief Summary

Lori Vallow's dark story unfolds with missing children, suspicious deaths, and shocking revelations about her relationships and beliefs.

Key points

  • A Pattern of Death. Exploring the alarming pattern of deaths surrounding Lori Vallow and her relationships.
  • Joe Ryan's Mysterious Death. Annie learns of her brother Joe's death and Lori's unsettling reaction.
  • A Texas-Sized Wedding. Kimberly and Charles' wedding in 1984 was grand and extravagant, reflecting their personalities.
  • The Dark Side of Love. After a miscarriage, Charles' confidence turned into carelessness, leading to tension in their marriage.
  • A Deadly Premonition. Charles expressed fears for his life, predicting Lori and her brother would harm him.
  • The Shocking Shooting. Charles Vallow was found dead, shot by Lori's brother Alex, amidst bizarre circumstances.

Episode highlights

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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