DNA Confirms Kada Scott; New Charges Filed

Authorities have confirmed that human remains found Saturday in a shallow grave behind the abandoned Ada H. Lewis Middle School are those of 23-year-old Kada Scott, missing since Oct. 4. District Attorney Larry Krasner said DNA verified the identity as his office announced new charges against 21-year-old Keon King— including arson causing catastrophe, conspiracy and other offenses—while preparing to seek homicide charges once probable cause is established. Prosecutors said others may have been involved, though unidentified. Scott’s family expressed trust in investigators and gratitude to the public after an anonymous tip led police to the site.

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