Forensic Files

The Doomsday Files

Dateline NBC

  • Nov 16, 2021
  • 1:22:16
  • Full Episode
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<p>New evidence, exclusive interviews, and an in-depth look at Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell, the Idaho couple charged in the murders of Lori’s children JJ & Tylee. Keith Morrison reports.</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 case reveals a web of murder, deceit, and extremist beliefs surrounding the deaths of her children and husband.

Key points

  • A Fatal Attraction. Lori Vallow's instant connection with Chad Daybell leads to a deadly affair.
  • The Crime Spree Begins. As tensions rise, Lori's husband Charles is shot dead in a shocking turn of events.
  • A Million Dollar Motive. Detectives uncover a life insurance policy that could provide a motive for murder.
  • Chad's Deceptive Call. Chad Daybell calls a funeral home just hours after his wife's death, revealing his motives.
  • Chad's Secret Romance. Chad Daybell writes a fantasy romance novel about his relationship with Lori.
  • Attempted Murder of Brandon. Brandon Boudreaux survives an attempted shooting, believed to be linked to Lori's family.

Tension

85/ 100High tension

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