Silent Witness
- Apr 2, 2025
- 41:42
- Full Episode
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<p>Michelle Young, pregnant with her second child, was brutally murdered while her husband Jason was away on business. Who could have killed this beloved young mother? Keith Morrison reports. </p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Michelle Young was murdered, her husband Jason was tried and convicted, but questions remain about the case's evidence and motives.
Key points
- A Brutal Murder. Michelle Young was found brutally murdered, leaving her young daughter to wander in blood.
- The Investigation Begins. Police suspect a man with a motive, but can they prove he's the killer?
- A Troubled Marriage. Michelle and Jason's marriage was strained, with increasing tensions leading up to her death.
- Trial of Jason Young. Jason Young goes on trial for the murder of his pregnant wife, Michelle.
- The Defense's Argument. Jason's defense argues lack of evidence and claims he is not a killer.
- Jason's Emotional Collapse. Upon learning of Michelle's murder, Jason expresses profound grief and disbelief.
Episode highlights
- The Investigation BeginsPolice suspect a man with a motive, but can they prove he's the killer?“But could they prove he was the killer?”0:22Apr 2, 2025
- A Troubled MarriageMichelle and Jason's marriage was strained, with increasing tensions leading up to her death.“Our marriage has seen better days, and I don't see it trending up.”10:47Apr 2, 2025
- Trial of Jason YoungJason Young goes on trial for the murder of his pregnant wife, Michelle.“The defendant had a plan. His plan was to murder his wife.”15:20Apr 2, 2025
- The Defense's ArgumentJason's defense argues lack of evidence and claims he is not a killer.“This case has not been solved.”22:10Apr 2, 2025
- Jason's Emotional CollapseUpon learning of Michelle's murder, Jason expresses profound grief and disbelief.“I just broke and I didn't believe it.”24:58Apr 2, 2025
- The Jury's DeadlockThe jury struggles to reach a unanimous decision, resulting in a mistrial.“It appears that they are hopelessly deadlocked at this point.”29:50Apr 2, 2025
- Guilty VerdictAfter a second trial, Jason Young is found guilty of first-degree murder.“With a jury by unanimous verdict, find the defendant Jason Lynn Young to be guilty.”38:15Apr 2, 2025
- Appeal for a New TrialJason Young's attorneys demand a new trial citing significant errors in the previous trial.“A Raleigh man is getting a third trial in the death of his pregnant wife.”40:21Apr 2, 2025
Tension
75/ 100High tension
