ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. (BTW21) — A Reidsville man who worked as a track coach and substitute teacher at Reidsville Middle School has been arrested on multiple felony charges involving a female juvenile student, authorities announced.
34-year-old Kenneth Jaray Butchee was taken into custody on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, after an investigation revealed alleged misconduct involving a student between May and June 2025.
🔒 Charges Filed:
Felony Indecent Liberties with a Student
Felony Solicitation of a Minor by Computer
Felony Dissemination of Obscenity to a Minor
📅 Timeline of Events:
July 1, 2025: Rockingham County School officials alerted the Sheriff’s Office after receiving reports of inappropriate behavior.
July 9, 2025: Butchee turned himself in and was brought before a magistrate.
He is currently being held on a $100,000 secured bond at the Rockingham County Detention Facility and is scheduled to appear in district court on August 5, 2025.
🏫 School System & Investigation Notes:
Investigators believe no misconduct occurred on school grounds or during school hours.
The identity of the juvenile victim is being withheld due to her age.
The Rockingham County School System has confirmed that Butchee is no longer active in any school role, though they have yet to release an official statement.
