Aeron Scales has joined the Catawba County District Attorney’s Office. He was sworn in as an assistant district attorney on Monday, September 22, 2025, by District Court Judge Matthew Cabe.
Originally from Asheville in Buncombe County, Scales graduated from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing.
He earned his law degree from Wake Forest School of Law in May 2025.
Scales will be serving as an ADA for District Court and Juvenile Court in Catawba County.
“We are excited to welcome Aeron Scales to our team of prosecutors,” 36th Prosecutorial District Attorney Scott Reilly said. “He brings a commitment to public service that will greatly benefit the citizens of Catawba County. I am confident he will serve our community with integrity and dedication in his new role.”