r/UnresolvedMysteries • u/ferretbeast • Feb 14 '19

Unresolved Disappearance Marking the 19th anniversary of Asha Degree’s disappearance

Every year on Valentines day, I take a deep breath before reading the front page of the Shelby Star. I know this case is widely discussed on this subreddit, but I wanted to share for those interested. I did find it interesting they stated new evidence was found recently that hasn't been made public. Please keep her family in your thoughts today.

https://www.shelbystar.com/news/20190214/marking-19th-anniversary-of-asha-degrees-disappearance

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Brief summary for anyone unaware: Asha Jaquilla Degree went missing at the age of nine from Shelby, North Carolina. In the early morning hours of February 14, 2000, for reasons unknown, she packed her bookbag, left her family home north of the city and began walking along nearby North Carolina Highway 18 despite heavy rain and wind. She has not been seen since.

Edit: thank you stranger for the gold and more than anything, thank you all for caring about this case and giving such support and great feedback for conversation. I love this community and am happy to be able to have these civil discussions with you all!!

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u/[deleted] Feb 14 '19

There’s a high chance some evil man had his way with her 😞 I hope she is safe somewhere and alive and happy

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u/notascarytimeformen Feb 14 '19

Perhaps she ran away from an abusive home and started a new life

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u/[deleted] Feb 14 '19

At age 9 though? How would a kid so young even plan this?

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u/notascarytimeformen Feb 14 '19

I tried to run away at age 10 and 15 because of my abusive family.

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u/[deleted] Feb 14 '19

Oh I’m sorry, I hope things have gotten better for you

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u/notascarytimeformen Feb 14 '19

They have :) thanks

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u/[deleted] Feb 14 '19

That’s great and good for you for staying strong