A Buncombe private school coach was arrested on charges of sexual activity with a student.

SAMUEL JASON INGLE

Name: Samuel Jason Ingle
Age: 52
Charge(s): Sexual activity with a student (Class G Felony)
Charge Type(s): (View Sentencing Chart)
Arrest Date: 6-6-24
Bond Details: $10,000, secured.

Victim /Case Details:
[Via Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook]

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(June 7, 2024) Detectives with the Major Case Unit of the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office have arrested Samuel Jason Ingle, age 52, of Buncombe County, and charged him with Sexual Activity with a Student. Mr. Ingle was placed at the Buncombe County Detention Facility under a $10,000.00 secured bond.
Detectives with the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Unit work diligently to address these crimes against persons, protect the residents of Buncombe County, and seek justice for survivors of sexual assault.
This is an open investigation. If you have further information regarding this crime, please email the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Tipline at RTIC@buncombecounty.org.
Anyone who has been a victim of a sex crime, please contact the Family Justice Center at (828) 250-6900 or Our Voice at (828) 252-0562 for help and support.

Warrant documents state Ingle had sex with an 18-year-old student on or around Feb. 1 of this year.

School: Asheville Christian Academy (Buncombe County)
Current Role: Coach
History: Unknown at this time.
Employment status: Contract was not going to be renewed but due to the arrest, the school has immediately terminated his employment.

Statement from School: 

Head of School William George issued the following statement to parents:

“Dear Parents,

“I am writing to update you on a recent development involving a former upper school employee, Jason Ingle.

“We have been informed that Mr. Ingle was arrested on June 6 on charges of inappropriate relations with a student. The investigation is ongoing, and we will continue to fully cooperate with law enforcement. At this time, the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office has not shared any new or relevant information with us.

“The school had already determined that Mr. Ingle’s employment would not be extended beyond his existing contract, and he would not have been on staff for the 2024-2025 school year; however, his termination has now been made effective immediately.

“We want to assure you that the safety and well-being of our students is our top priority. We take any allegations seriously. Any misconduct is a glaring violation of our school’s mission and core values. Our leadership team is actively working to determine the best way forward for our school and community. Asheville Christian Academy has continued to advance and enhance our policies regarding student safety over the last year. We will regularly review these policies and procedures with legal counsel and improve them as needed.

“We are committed to sharing more information with you as it becomes available. We are deeply saddened by this situation and are praying for all involved. I invite you to pray as well.”

NC Teacher License Information: 

Ingle has no NC teaching license on file with the state.