East Germantown, Philadelphia, December 14, 2025
Authorities have discovered the remains of 23-year-old Kada Scott in East Germantown, who was reported missing on October 4. Keon King, 21, has been charged with multiple offenses, including homicide and arson, linked to Scott’s death. The investigation is ongoing as community members mourn the loss of Scott and hold vigils in her memory.
Philadelphia, PA – Discovery of Missing Woman’s Body in East Germantown
Philadelphia police have discovered the body of 23-year-old Kada Scott, who had been missing since October 4, 2025. Her remains were found in a shallow grave behind the vacant Ada H. Lewis Middle School in East Germantown on October 18, 2025.
Keon King, 21, has been charged with multiple offenses, including homicide, arson, and evidence tampering, in connection with Scott’s death. The Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that Scott died from a gunshot wound to the head, ruling her death a homicide.
Scott was last seen leaving her workplace at an assisted living facility in Chestnut Hill on October 4. Surveillance footage and cell phone records placed King in the vicinity of the Awbury Recreation Center near the school grounds on the night she disappeared. A stolen Hyundai Accent, believed to have been used in the abduction, was found burned and abandoned on October 7. Video evidence showed the vehicle near the school, and cell phone data linked King to the area.
Community members have gathered to honor Scott’s memory, holding vigils and memorials at the site where her body was found. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities seeking additional information and potential accomplices involved in the case.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who was Kada Scott?
Kada Scott was a 23-year-old woman from Mount Airy, Philadelphia, who worked at an assisted living facility in Chestnut Hill. She was reported missing on October 4, 2025, after leaving work.
What happened to Kada Scott?
Scott was last seen leaving her workplace on October 4, 2025. Her remains were discovered in a shallow grave behind the vacant Ada H. Lewis Middle School in East Germantown on October 18, 2025. The Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed her death as a homicide caused by a gunshot wound to the head.
Who is Keon King?
Keon King, 21, is a Delaware resident who has been charged with multiple offenses, including homicide, arson, and evidence tampering, in connection with Scott’s death. He was arrested after surveillance footage and cell phone records linked him to the area where Scott was last seen and where her body was found.
What evidence links Keon King to the case?
Investigators found surveillance footage showing a stolen Hyundai Accent, believed to have been used in Scott’s abduction, near the vacant school grounds. Cell phone records placed King in the vicinity of the Awbury Recreation Center on the night Scott disappeared. Additionally, video evidence showed two people removing a heavy object, consistent with a human body, from a vehicle and carrying it toward the area where Scott’s body was later found.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities seeking additional information and potential accomplices involved in the case. Community members have held vigils and memorials to honor Scott’s memory, and the police continue to gather evidence to bring those responsible to justice.
Key Features of the Case
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Victim | Kada Scott, 23-year-old woman from Mount Airy, Philadelphia |
| Incident Date | October 4, 2025 |
| Discovery of Remains | October 18, 2025, in a shallow grave behind Ada H. Lewis Middle School in East Germantown |
| Cause of Death | Gunshot wound to the head; ruled a homicide by the Medical Examiner’s Office |
| Suspect | Keon King, 21, charged with homicide, arson, and evidence tampering |
| Evidence | Surveillance footage, cell phone records, and a burned stolen vehicle linked King to the crime scene |
| Community Response | Vigils and memorials held to honor Scott’s memory; investigation remains ongoing |
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