Keon King charged with Kada Scott's murder
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City Council will probe the Philadelphia justice system’s procedures for “protecting victims of abuse and domestic violence” following the killing of 23-year-old Mount Airy resident Kada Scott. Prosecutors have charged Keon King with murder and other crimes for allegedly kidnapping Scott,
Mayor Cherelle Parker and other leaders spoke about safety concerns in the wake of Kada Scott's kidnapping and murder.
The medical examiner is still working to determine Kada Scott's cause of death following the discovery of the missing woman's remains over the weekend.
The missing 23-year-old’s identity was confirmed through DNA testing, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner said at a Monday news conference.
Prosecutors in Philadelphia say remains found buried in a wooded area behind an abandoned school are those of a 23-year-old woman who’d been missing for about two weeks.
After a two-week search, Kada Scott was found dead. Now, her family is turning their grief into a call for justice and awareness.
People from Philadelphia and beyond are coming together this week to support the family of Kada Scott, showing compassion through donations, prayers and acts of kindness. City Councilmember Anthony Phillips' office is spearheading the effort, collecting items to help the family during this difficult time.