Keon King, the primary suspect in the disappearance of Philadelphia woman Kada Scott, now faces multiple new charges following the discovery of her body over the weekend. According to NBC Philadelphia, the charges include arson, causing catastrophe, conspiracy, unauthorized use of an automobile, tampering with evidence, recklessly endangering another person, and receiving stolen property.
The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office confirmed the charges during a press conference today. Scott’s body was found behind the vacant Ada Lewis Middle School. FOX 29 reported that DA Larry Krasner, First Assistant Robert Listenbee, and the Homicide and Victim Services Units outlined the ongoing investigation at the Justice Sonia Sotomayor Training Center.
Keon King, 21, of South Philadelphia, faces additional charges related to alleged attempts to cover up the crime, including arson and evidence tampering. WHYY noted that the charges also include reckless endangerment and conspiracy, suggesting possible involvement of others in the case. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Kada Scott’s death.
