Doomsday Cult Mom Trial: Biggest Moments From Day 1

Both sides delivered opening statements in the murder trial of #LoriVallowDaybell on Monday. The packed Idaho courtroom heard bombshell details about the deaths of JJ Vallow, Tylee Ryan and Tammy Daybell.

#CourtTV’s Vinnie Politan and Chanley Painter break down a dramatic first day of testimony in the #DoomsdayCultMomTrial.

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[nicme]

I hope Chad's children are able to accept the truth.

[StacysSoCalledLife]

I can’t believe we’ve all waited this long for this case to go to trial and not be able to see a damn thing from it

[kenn]

Chad let his Son find his Mom's dead body in her room!!! What a Dad!!!! That is awful!!!

[jillschneider]

For me, the biggest revelation was that Tammy died “at the hands of another”

[jodiestewart]

Thank you Court TV for bringing us coverage on Lori Daybell’s trail.

[jeannineterese]

Someone mentioned before, so many people had to die in order for Chad & Lori to live their perfect life.

[raybay]

So disappointing that we’ve literally waited 3 years to see this case. I want to see the body language and vibes in the courtroom. So much is lost by only getting the audio. Rest in peace JJ, Tylee, Tammy, and Charles.

[toasted_.coconut]

Chanely needs a raise. 2nd huge trial of the year and she don't miss.

[superdave]

Vinny, you are amazing, but Chanley Painter is a great reporter, too! Thanks to all of you for the awesome updates.

[janedoe]

Poor Ms. Tammy. What she must have gone through. RIP justice is coming 🙏

[tanyadelaware]

I still can't be leave how this mother and step farther killed their own children just sick.

[tmp]

I guess Tammy died in her sleep whilst Chad was putting a pillow over her face

[michelemahon]

Man, that really hurt when she said that they didn’t have a picture of Tylee’s hand because they weren’t able to retrieve them. My heart is heavy for Kay and Larry. I know they have waited for this trial but it must be brutal for them. How could they?? How could Lori, their MOTHER???

She looks so much like my daughter and while I feel horrible for all of the victims, it feels almost personal to me regarding Tylee. It’s painful to hear what happened to her…to all of them.
Edit: I’m fully aware of the different relationships within the family.

[margaretpetersen]

What I'd like to know is how the defendant reacted to the testimony & photos.

[Thinkforyourselves]

What? Did the reporter just say that they never recovered Tylee’s hands??

[shanns]

I hope as Court Tv recaps the trial they can talk a bit about lori’s demeanor and reactions to key evidence.

[HettiedeKorteDiplomaat]

It’s so shocking the way they killed and buried the children. How can you go past those images!

[rebeccaoliver]

We appreciate your coverage and yep been waiting 3 years x

[cornlife]

Thank you for bringing us court room summaries and details each day.

[JanJan-Yd-dx]

Thanks Court TV for showing us the truth. This case is not for the weak of heart. I don't think anyone could even dream up these horrific crimes. Lori and Chad must believe that they are from another world..they certainly don't act as though they belong here on earth with the rest of us.