Will Chad Daybell's 'Lori Made Me Do It' Defense Save His Life?

Nov 21, 2023, 06:00 PM

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As the twisted tale of Chad Daybell and Lori Vallow Daybell unfolds, a new chapter leaves the public questioning: Is the endgame for Chad Daybell's defense to shift all blame onto Lori? With Chad Daybell's latest claims of manipulation at the hands of his wife, the Daybell drama takes another dark turn.
 
 During a recent episode of the podcast "Hidden Killers," hosted by Tony Brueski, psychotherapist and author Shavaun Scott weighed in on these latest developments. Scott, an expert in dissecting complex human behaviors, shared her insights on Chad's strategy and its potential impact on both their cases.
 
 According to Scott, Chad Daybell's decision to pin the blame on Lori is hardly surprising, considering the psychopathic and narcissistic traits he exhibits. "It's pretty much what I would expect from somebody who's psychopathic and narcissistic," Scott remarked. The narrative Chad is spinning seems to be a desperate attempt to save his own skin, as Lori’s fate of lifetime imprisonment has already been sealed.
 
 The question on everyone’s mind now is: How is Lori Vallow Daybell processing this betrayal? Given her history of distorting reality to suit her narrative, it's challenging to predict her reaction accurately. Scott speculates that Lori might be rationalizing the situation in bizarre ways, possibly viewing Chad as being overtaken by dark forces, in line with her past delusions about zombies and dark spirits.
 
 The implications of Chad's claims are far-reaching, especially considering the impending trial in Arizona where Lori will face charges for conspiracy to murder her ex-husband, Charles Vallow. This new twist might prompt Lori to alter her strategy, potentially leading her to implicate Chad more directly in her defense.
 
 But what does this mean for Chad Daybell's defense strategy? Scott points out the complexity and oddities in their psychological profiles, making it hard to predict their next moves. As the cases progress, the legal teams on both sides will likely face challenges in navigating the convoluted mental landscapes of their clients.
 
 For the public and the legal community, the Daybell case remains a source of morbid fascination. As Scott aptly puts it, “It involves so much strange psychology; it's not just the straight out, we had a reason to kill people.”
 
 As we await the trials and their outcomes, one can't help but wonder: Will Lori Vallow Daybell retaliate against Chad's accusations, and how will these claims of manipulation play out in a court of law? Only time will tell as we continue to witness the unraveling of this macabre narrative.
 
 In a story where truth seems stranger than fiction, what new twists await us in the Daybell drama? Will justice finally be served, or will the murky waters of manipulation and mental illness continue to cloud our understanding of these heinous crimes?

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