Hi all. I’m new here so I’m sorry if I do anything wrong. I have been following this case from the beginning because I personally know the Daybell family. I don’t think I have anything worth adding by that association, so I’m not verified. I appreciate all the concern and all those who post thoughtfully on this case as it has given me a place to turn with my upset and hurt and sorrow surrounding these events. I can’t express better than others have already how impossible and difficult it has been to see such an amazing family go through something so difficult. I could speak volumes as to the high character of Tammy, each and all of her children, and her extended family.
I have a question. Let’s see if I can word this right. Lori disappeared to Hawaii and thereby avoided being served divorce papers in early 2019. In late 2019, the police stated that at the time the children disappeared, there was no active custody battle. Could the inability of anyone to locate the children have prevented some kind of custody battle being made official? It seems clear Lori didn’t want anyone to know where she was. Could that have been to prevent legal action toward a custody battle from taking place? Does it make sense what I am even asking? I know others have said, on what grounds could grandparents make a claim? I think the shooting of CV and the statements he made prior to his death concerning Lori could have been enough to make a reasonable case for custody. I think, like many, I am just searching for a narrative that tells me those kids are ok so I can sleep better at night.—MOO