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Michelle Harrelson

Case from Independence, MO dated Oct 24, 2015

Victim Details

Michelle R. Harrelson

Female

White / Caucasian

Independence

MO

2015-10-24

47

Michelle

Harrelson

07/25/2026

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On October 24, 2015, authorities in Independence, Missouri, began investigating the homicide of 47-year-old Michelle R. Harrelson, a White female who was found deceased at her residence on East Mechanic Avenue. The investigation commenced after her boyfriend returned home in the late afternoon and became alarmed when he could not locate her. During his search of the property, he encountered Michelle’s 23-year-old son, Shane M. Harrelson, who appeared to have blood on his shaking hands. Followi ...
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  • kansascity: Independence man accused of murdering his mother arrested while tattooing ‘Mom’ on his leg
  • Cops: Man tattooed himself with 'Mom' after killing mother
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