23-year-old Miss Pennsylvania USA contestant goes missing after leaving for night shift

Kada Scott, who was preparing to compete at the 2026 Miss Pennsylvania USA pageant. Photo from Schott's Facebook

According to ABC News, Scott was last seen by her family on Oct. 4, as she departed for her 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. shift. Her vehicle was found parked outside the facility, but investigators revealed there were no surveillance cameras available to capture footage of her departure.

Authorities have expressed concern over the situation.

"You have a 23-year-old young lady who has completely disappeared," said Captain John Craig of the Philadelphia Police Department’s Northwest Detectives. "We have no cell phone activity, no social media activity, and she hasn’t reached out to family or friends."

In the days leading up to her disappearance, Scott had reportedly received threatening messages, which she shared with friends and family, according to The Sun.

"Days prior to her disappearance, Miss Scott related to family and friends that unknown individuals or a person had been harassing her via phone," Captain Craig said. "We’re investigating that and trying to learn more."

Scott had recently graduated from Penn State University and was preparing to compete in the 2026 Miss Pennsylvania pageant, scheduled for January of next year.