Case File: Asha Jaquilla Degree
Asha Jaquilla Degree went missing from her home in Shelby, North Carolina, during the early morning hours of February 14, 2000. Asha’s father has stated he last saw her asleep in her bedroom at approximately 2:30 am.
Around 4:00 am, she was reportedly seen by drivers walking along North Carolina Highway 18 in Shelby, North Carolina. Her father placed a 911 call and reported her missing at 6:39 that morning.
Over a year later, Asha's book bag was discovered buried along North Carolina 18 in Burke County.
The investigating agencies are the FBI (Charlotte field office) in partnership with the Cleveland County Sheriff's Office and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.
After 24.5 years, on September 10, 2024, we have heard there may be a break in the case! YTCL is following closely and we will update this page as official information becomes available.
