Vallow's bond reduction request was denied by Judge Michelle Mallard. Pawlowski moved to Idaho, where Vallow had moved after her husband's death, and a judge granted Boudreaux temporary custody. Heres what you need to know about Lori Vallows Niece, Melani Pawlowski: After a childhood of chaos, the peace that Lori Vallow Daybells eldest son Colby finally obtained was about to be shattered, Hell talk to @Dateline_Keith tonight on an all-new 2-hour #Dateline at 9/8c. You know, I wasnt close with Tylee during her teenage years. BOUDREAUX CASE: Brandon Boudreaux has just filed a few responses in the custody battle with Melani Pawlowski, Lori Vallow's niece. According to the court documents,the lawyers for Brandon Boudreauxs ex-wife, Melani Pawlowski, wanted to hear from the lead detective investigating the attempt on Boudreauxs life. In court Wednesday, Melani's attorney asked if she believes in "zombies" and "dark" spirits, which Melani denies. Hes like a vault. So one of the things that led to us getting married so quickly was our children. That last count stems from an allegation that she asked a friend to lie for her and tell police that she had J.J. She had four kids, and one of the first things I put on my bio is that Im a dad. The account was accessed sometime after March 2, 2020. She is like everybody else. Melani Boudreaux told KPHO-TV she hasn't seen her own children since October as her custody battle continues with her ex-husband. 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In a statement through her lawyer, Melani denied any knowledge of where the missing Idaho children are and said she has 'cooperated with law enforcement, including meeting for hours with the FBI on three separate days'. When do the clocks change in 2023? She passed, and my dad didnt let me talk or see any of that side of the family. Example video title will go here for this video. It's not clear what the cause of Cope's death was, Court TV correspondent Ashleigh Banfield (right) tracked down Stacey's gravestone (left) in San Antonio, Texas, this week and found that it was covered in mud and appeared to have been neglected for years, Stacey's daughter, Melani Boudreaux Pawlowski, became one of the key figures in the missing children's case earlier this year after her estranged husband Brandon Boudreaux (pictured together) claimed that she joined a dangerous Doomsday cult with her aunt Lori. Lori. Legal Statement. I started telling her about my day, and then it shifted. Theres serious concern about their safety, he said. After the children's bodies were discovered, one of her attorney's sent a statement on behalf of Melani, her new husband Ian, Lori's mother and Lori's sister saying, in part, they were all "deeply saddened by the recent findings" and "will anxiously await the pending conclusions with heavy hearts.". 'CULT MOM' LORI VALLOW'S BROTHER DIED OF NATURAL CAUSES AFTER FATALLY SHOOTING HER ESTRANGED HUSBAND: AUTOPSY, Lori Vallow appears in court for her second bond reduction hearing at the Madison County Magistrate Court in Rexburg, Idaho on Friday, May 1, 2020. A medical examiner ruled he died of natural causes but Gilbert Police say they're still investigating. Lori's brother intervened and fatally shot Charles. When Tylee and JJ show up and are here again, I dont know if people would even believe it. Boudreaux was shot at in Gilbert in October 2019, and according to investigators, Boudreaux believed Pawlowski provided the shooter with his new address. Per Ian Pawlowskis alleged statement, Melani shared concerns that shes been told Brandon needed to die and that may indicate that Tylee and JJ needed to die as well. The IB Times reported that, with this information, Pawlowski reportedly went to the police to express concern that Lori Vallow, Chad Daybell, and Alex Cox might have been planning to kill Boudreaux and that his wife Melani did not want him to be hurt. Her attorneys say she plans to fight the allegation and did not comply with the court order only because she did not want them to end up in foster care. 'I have been falsely accused of many things, wrongfully judged, betrayed by those who I thought loved and supported me, and wrongfully gone to Utah county jail for a few hours. IDAHO FALLS Two key people tied to Lori Vallow Daybell are speaking about their relationship with her, Daybells missing children (Joshua JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan), the death of Daybells brother (Alex Cox) and other events that have come to light over the past few months. Its on her death certificate. This means Brandon may not get the full $12,000,000. Eaton: So did Lori somewhat raise you after your mother passed? Their bodies were discovered in Chad Daybell's backyard in June 2020 after investigators tracked pings from Alex Cox's cell phone. Melani: I love Zulema with all my heart. Her children. In November 2021, Gilbert police recommended attempted murder charges to the Maricopa County Attorneys Office to be filed against Vallow and Daybell, who were believed to orchestrate the shooting. It was so clear she was far from anorexic. Lori failed to meet the deadline, prompting her arrest and extradition to Idaho, where she is currently being held at Madison County Jail in lieu of $1million bond. Smith also represented Loris sister, Summer Shiflett, and Zulema Pastenes, the wife of Loris deceased brother, Alex Cox. Boudreaux made. Melani Pawlowski is Daybells niece. This was not recorded or shown live anywhere. Melani wrote in a Facebook posted that she was unjustly taken away from my mother at age 6 and told all manner of lies about her. Do you think that youre going to see Tylee and JJ again? asked investigative reporter Morgan Loew. In that case, Melanie's new husband, Ian, told investigators that Vallow and her husband told Melanie that Joshua "JJ" Vallow and Tylee Ryan "had been possessed and had become zombies." This helps support the channel and allows me continue to make videos like this. Brandon filed for and was granted temporary custody of the children, and there has been a very heated custody dispute going on ever since. Charles and Brandon did life insurance together. Eaton: Was it just an intimate ceremony for the both of you? All rights reserved, If you choose local pickup, please get your gift certificate at our office at 400 W. Sunnyside in Idaho Falls Dismiss, School closures and delays for Wednesday, March 1, Snowplow strikes ISP patrol vehicle, other cars during whiteout conditions, Winter storm conditions keep several highways closed in eastern Idaho, Utah social media influencer charged with throwing metal bar stools, wooden play set at boyfriend, Man arrested after police allegedly find five pounds of drugs in his Uber. Lori would later tell police that Charles became physical and her brother, Alex Cox, shot him dead in self-defensealthough police are re-investigating his death in light of recent disturbing developments. And then the second half of the day, (Gilbert Police) say its still under investigation. Per Inside Edition, Brandon Boudreaux and Melani Pawlowski are currently involved in a messy and complicated custody battle. The 51-year-old's death is now under investigation as police wait for an autopsy to determine the cause. Prosecutors say the two justified the killings including the murder of Daybells first wife Tammy by relying on extreme religious beliefs. Lori and Chad Daybell are scheduled for a joint trial in July 2021. I remember flying up with my dad, who took me to see my mom last time in hospice. Prepare for peak pothole season! They added she had nothing to do with the Oct. 2 shooting, which they suggested was an elaborate manipulation., Melani has never been associated with a cult, another attorney, Robert Jarvis, added. We spent the next two days basically just talking constantly. So thats what we thought this whole time. What did you think when you heard the news? Ya know, zombies. My mom later passed away when I was 9. Vallow and Daybell reportedly married there in early November, but there is no indication that Daybell was in Hawaii at the time Vallow's niece was reportedly there. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. A Vegas wedding wasnt dreamy or anything, but our goal was to be sealed in the temple one day. All rights reserved. We left my mom there, and he turned the power off. My mom couldnt have any more kids. Pawlowski's denial comes after her ex-husband, Brandon Boudreaux, alleged in court documents that she knew where the children were. Ultimately, in court Wednesday, each party agreed to restore joint decision-making for their children and Melani will have full visitation restored in January 2021 after a re-introduction period. Melani holds close to her belief in a loving God. Those of you who have seen the Investigation Discovery programDoomsday: The Missing Children,which featured Larry and Kay Woodcock, will remember that when Tylee and JJs bodies were found, the coroner required that JJ be identified by a family member. Melanie was the one that ran off and left, but now wants custody of her children. They published the statement by sending it out to news organizations and intended it to harm Brandons reputation. Shes still just trying to get through every day and missing her husband. CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE COVERAGE AND THE LATEST STORIES ON THE CASE. She explained that [Cox] had great faith and never wavered in his trust in the Lord. The coincidence of us picking the day right after them wasnt planned or anything it was just what happened. The victim in the case is her ex-husband, Brandon Boudreaux. I wasnt super close with Alex. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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