Topline: Prosecutors allege she and her brother plotted to kill her niece’s ex-husband in a botched 2019 shooting outside his home.
Published: June 12, 2025 9:00 am ET
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Lori Vallow Daybell, left, (via Dennis Fujimoto/AP), and Brandon Boudreaux (via IMDb)
PHOENIX, AZ — A jury has begun deliberations in the attempted murder trial of Lori Vallow Daybell, the woman nationally dubbed the “Doomsday Mom,” following five days of testimony and courtroom drama.
On Wednesday afternoon, the prosecution officially rested its case after calling one final witness — FBI Special Agent Nick Ballance — according to AZFamily (KPHO).
Vallow Daybell, who chose to represent herself in court, declined to present any witnesses in her defense. Closing arguments from both sides concluded shortly before 3 p.m., at which point the jury was handed the case, KPNX reported.
The charges in this case stem from a 2019 incident in Gilbert, Arizona, where Vallow Daybell allegedly conspired to have her niece’s ex-husband, Brandon Boudreaux, killed. Authorities say her brother, Alex Cox, waited outside Boudreaux’s home and fired a shot that shattered a car window as Boudreaux was arriving. Though the bullet narrowly missed him, Boudreaux escaped injury.
Prosecutors argue that the shooting was part of a premeditated plan between Vallow Daybell and Cox, whom they say believed Boudreaux had accessed Vallow Daybell’s computer. The alleged assassination attempt, nearly six years ago, is now the focus of Vallow Daybell’s second Arizona trial.
This latest proceeding is just one chapter in a tangled web of legal cases surrounding Vallow Daybell. She is already serving multiple life sentences following her conviction in Idaho for the murders of her two children, Tylee Ryan and Joshua “JJ” Vallow, as well as conspiracy in the death of her husband’s previous wife. In Arizona, she was previously convicted of conspiring to kill her then-estranged husband, Charles Vallow.
The trial, which was delayed briefly due to Vallow Daybell falling ill, also saw tense moments. At one point, she was removed from the courtroom after an argument with Judge Justin Beresky, AZFamily reported.
Deliberations are expected to continue Thursday morning at 10 a.m.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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Published: June 12, 2025 9:00 am ET
Lori Vallow Daybell, left, (via Dennis Fujimoto/AP), and Brandon Boudreaux (via IMDb)
PHOENIX, AZ — A jury has begun deliberations in the attempted murder trial of Lori Vallow Daybell, the woman nationally dubbed the “Doomsday Mom,” following five days of testimony and courtroom drama.
On Wednesday afternoon, the prosecution officially rested its case after calling one final witness — FBI Special Agent Nick Ballance — according to AZFamily (KPHO).
Vallow Daybell, who chose to represent herself in court, declined to present any witnesses in her defense. Closing arguments from both sides concluded shortly before 3 p.m., at which point the jury was handed the case, KPNX reported.
The charges in this case stem from a 2019 incident in Gilbert, Arizona, where Vallow Daybell allegedly conspired to have her niece’s ex-husband, Brandon Boudreaux, killed. Authorities say her brother, Alex Cox, waited outside Boudreaux’s home and fired a shot that shattered a car window as Boudreaux was arriving. Though the bullet narrowly missed him, Boudreaux escaped injury.
Prosecutors argue that the shooting was part of a premeditated plan between Vallow Daybell and Cox, whom they say believed Boudreaux had accessed Vallow Daybell’s computer. The alleged assassination attempt, nearly six years ago, is now the focus of Vallow Daybell’s second Arizona trial.
This latest proceeding is just one chapter in a tangled web of legal cases surrounding Vallow Daybell. She is already serving multiple life sentences following her conviction in Idaho for the murders of her two children, Tylee Ryan and Joshua “JJ” Vallow, as well as conspiracy in the death of her husband’s previous wife. In Arizona, she was previously convicted of conspiring to kill her then-estranged husband, Charles Vallow.
The trial, which was delayed briefly due to Vallow Daybell falling ill, also saw tense moments. At one point, she was removed from the courtroom after an argument with Judge Justin Beresky, AZFamily reported.
Deliberations are expected to continue Thursday morning at 10 a.m.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Jury Begins Deliberations in Lori Vallow Daybell’s Arizona Attempted Murder Trial
Prosecutors allege she and her brother plotted to kill her niece’s ex-husband in a botched 2019 shooting outside his home.
By Jacob Charles
Published: June 12, 2025 9:00 am ET
Lori Vallow Daybell, left, (via Dennis Fujimoto/AP), and Brandon Boudreaux (via IMDb)
PHOENIX, AZ — A jury has begun deliberations in the attempted murder trial of Lori Vallow Daybell, the woman nationally dubbed the “Doomsday Mom,” following five days of testimony and courtroom drama.
On Wednesday afternoon, the prosecution officially rested its case after calling one final witness — FBI Special Agent Nick Ballance — according to AZFamily (KPHO).
Vallow Daybell, who chose to represent herself in court, declined to present any witnesses in her defense. Closing arguments from both sides concluded shortly before 3 p.m., at which point the jury was handed the case, KPNX reported.
The charges in this case stem from a 2019 incident in Gilbert, Arizona, where Vallow Daybell allegedly conspired to have her niece’s ex-husband, Brandon Boudreaux, killed. Authorities say her brother, Alex Cox, waited outside Boudreaux’s home and fired a shot that shattered a car window as Boudreaux was arriving. Though the bullet narrowly missed him, Boudreaux escaped injury.
Prosecutors argue that the shooting was part of a premeditated plan between Vallow Daybell and Cox, whom they say believed Boudreaux had accessed Vallow Daybell’s computer. The alleged assassination attempt, nearly six years ago, is now the focus of Vallow Daybell’s second Arizona trial.
This latest proceeding is just one chapter in a tangled web of legal cases surrounding Vallow Daybell. She is already serving multiple life sentences following her conviction in Idaho for the murders of her two children, Tylee Ryan and Joshua “JJ” Vallow, as well as conspiracy in the death of her husband’s previous wife. In Arizona, she was previously convicted of conspiring to kill her then-estranged husband, Charles Vallow.
The trial, which was delayed briefly due to Vallow Daybell falling ill, also saw tense moments. At one point, she was removed from the courtroom after an argument with Judge Justin Beresky, AZFamily reported.
Deliberations are expected to continue Thursday morning at 10 a.m.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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