Mallet Probably Not Connected to Young Murder Probe

Raleigh, N.C. — Investigators returned a search warrant Tuesday in connection with the murder investigation of a young, pregnant Raleigh mother.

The warrant, issued April 7, states that a neighbor mowing her lawn on April 4 found a mallet on the edge of the front yard at 5108 Birchleaf Drive, the home of Michelle Young. The neighbor immediately called authorities.

Young, 29, was found beaten to death inside her home on Nov. 3. Her young daughter was found at her side, unharmed.

Because an autopsy determined Young was killed with a blunt object, authorities seized the mallet and had it tested for evidence.

Wake County Sheriff Donnie Harrison said that after preliminary tests, however, investigators don't believe it's related to the case.

"The SBI has it now," Harrison said Tuesday. "CCBI (City County Bureau of Investigation) has looked at it. Is it a part of the case? We don't think so."

Six months after Young's death, authorities have not named any suspects or made any arrests. They have, however, focused on Young's husband, Jason Young, who has generally refused to speak to investigators.

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Donnie Harrison is no better than John Baker. Anyone who is sleeping with someones wife leaves a lot to be desired. He knew she was married-- and his values certainly come into view. He has no personal moral values at all. He is a dog.

superman
May 3, 2007 12:16 a.m.

Can we please report on EVERYTHING that is probably not involved in the crime-the TV, the water hose, the microwave.....

buck121794
May 2, 2007 6:28 p.m.

"Meanwhile far away in another part of town, Rubin Carter and a couple of friends were driving around....."

buck121794
May 2, 2007 6:26 p.m.

Ropes12- Read more about the case from what-the media. I could read everything they wrote and would still not make a decision based upon that.Remember, the media is trying to do nothing but sale their story and most of the time it doesn't contain all the facts cause they don't have all the facts. Now thats sound-man.

Sound Man
May 2, 2007 4:47 p.m.

MAY 15 2007 PUMP NO GAS DAY