As Valentine’s Day approaches, the Shelby, North Carolina, community marks 26 years since 9-year-old Asha Degree disappeared on February 14, 2000. The FBI Charlotte Division noted the anniversary on social media, highlighting the ongoing efforts by the FBI, Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office, and SBI to find her.
The case of Asha Degree, known as "Shelby's Sweetheart," remains unsolved more than 26 years later. Investigators urge anyone with information to come forward. A reward of up to $100,000 is offered, and the FBI continues to encourage tips with the message: "You may be able to help us #FindAsha and give her family the answers they deserve."
The disappearance of Asha Degree continues to affect the Shelby community. Investigators say any tip or piece of information could help uncover what happened more than 26 years ago.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office at 704-484-4822 or the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI. On the anniversary of Asha Degree’s disappearance, authorities and the community reaffirm: We will never stop searching for Asha.
