News Summary
Authorities have identified the remains of 23-year-old Kada Scott, who had been missing for two weeks. Her body was found near a school following a tip-off. Scott, last seen leaving work, had her car abandoned without personal belongings. Police have named Keon King as a person of interest, with charges including kidnapping and stalking. Investigators are working to gather additional evidence as they explore connections between King and Scott, and the investigation remains a priority for local law enforcement.
Philadelphia
The remains of 23-year-old Kada Scott, who had been missing for approximately two weeks, have been positively identified by authorities. The body was discovered near the vacant Ada H. Lewis Middle School on Saturday following an anonymous tip. DNA testing confirmed the identity of the remains, bringing tragic closure to her family.
Scott was last seen on October 4, leaving her job at The Terrace assisted living facility. Her family reported her missing the following day on October 5, after she failed to return home from her shift, which was scheduled from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Scott’s car was found abandoned in the employee parking lot with none of her personal belongings inside, heightening concerns for her safety.
The body was located in a shallow grave in a wooded area behind the school, leading investigators to intensify their search efforts. The Scott family has expressed profound grief in a public statement, requesting privacy as they come to terms with their loss.
Police have named 21-year-old Keon King as a person of interest in connection with Scott’s disappearance. He faces multiple charges, including kidnapping, stalking, arson, and tampering with evidence. King was reportedly the last person to have contact with Scott before she went missing, and he is currently being held on $250,000 cash bail. Authorities are scrutinizing the nature of the relationship between Scott and King, as well as exploring his potential involvement in her abduction.
Investigators have also linked a stolen vehicle to King, which they believe was used to transport Scott. Law enforcement officials are working alongside K-9 units and police recruits to investigate the case fully. Recent developments suggest that other individuals may also be implicated in the situation, and further evidence could lead to additional charges in the future.
The cause of Kada Scott’s death has yet to be disclosed, and homicide charges may be forthcoming as investigations continue. The authorities remain focused on gathering more evidence and information surrounding Scott’s tragic fate.
This case continues to be a priority for local law enforcement, and any residents with information related to Scott’s disappearance or the circumstances surrounding her remains are urged to come forward. Police are dedicated to uncovering the truth behind this heartbreaking incident.
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