Lajade Parham, a 23-year-old woman from Philadelphia, was tragically killed on November 8, 2016. The incident occurred at her residence on the 100 block of East Godfrey Avenue. Police responded to the scene around 10:18 p.m. and found Parham in the bedroom of her apartment with a gunshot wound to her chest. Medical personnel pronounced her deceased at approximately 10:30 p.m.
Lajade’s death is still under investigation, and her case remains unsolved.
Authorities have been urging anyone with information to come forward to help solve this tragic crime. The community remembers Lajade as a young life taken too soon, and her family continues to seek justice and closure. Despite ongoing efforts by investigators, no suspects have been identified or arrested, leaving her loved ones searching for answers and urging for help from the public to bring those responsible to justice.
This incident reflects broader issues with violent crime in Philadelphia, particularly affecting young residents. The Philadelphia Police Department is encouraging community cooperation to assist in solving such cases and preventing further tragedies.