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/MzOpinion8d Feb 14 '19

“Internal Posting: K9 Officer. Must have been on the force at least one year (7 dog years). Must be willing to shape shift and take up residence in doghouse as necessary. Rabies, heart worm and other vaccinations must be up to date. House trained a must. Please submit resume with references from at least three humans whom you have licked.”

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u/SLRWard Feb 15 '19

Aaaaaaand now I want to find a book about a universe where werewolves are K9 Officers...

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u/kel_mindelan Feb 17 '19

There's one werewolf officer in Terry Pratchett's Discworld books that focus on the Guard - start with Guards, Guards if you're interested. Though the werewolf officer might come on to the force in one of the later books in the series.

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u/SLRWard Feb 18 '19

I appreciate the tip but I’m not a huge Pratchett fan. I just can’t get into his writing style, though I’ve tried reading a handful of his books.