Former South Jersey Teacher Faces New Allegations In Disturbing Case

Former Teacher in Hot Water Over New Charges

A former middle school teacher from South Jersey is once again in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Ashley A. Fisler, 36, has been slapped with a slew of new charges linked to the sexual assault of a student, as announced by the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office.

This week, a Gloucester County Grand Jury indicted Fisler on 12 counts, including sexual assault of a minor. The list of charges doesn’t stop there – it also includes second-degree pattern of misconduct, first-degree manufacturing of child sexual abuse material, and third-degree possession and distribution of obscene material to a minor.

Allegations Stem from Former Student

The charges came to light after the victim, now an adult, reported an "unlawful sexual relationship" with Fisler during their time at Orchard Valley Middle School in Washington Township. The Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office stated that these encounters reportedly took place in Fisler's classroom and vehicle back in 2021.

“Text messages between Fisler and the victim confirm the unlawful nature of their sexual relationship,” authorities revealed.

Fisler's case is under rigorous investigation by the Special Victims and High-Tech Crimes units of the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office, along with the Washington Township Police Department.

Serious Implications if Convicted

The repercussions for Fisler could be severe. Each first-degree charge brings a potential 20-year prison sentence. The second-degree charges could lead to up to 10 years behind bars, while the third-degree charges carry a possible five-year sentence. Currently, Fisler remains held at Salem County Jail awaiting trial.