In the early hours of Friday, July 18, 2025, a 29-year-old woman was fatally shot in a targeted attack in North Philadelphia, authorities reported. The shooting took place around 1:00 a.m. in the 2000 block of West Lehigh Avenue, directly in front of Deliverance Evangelistic Church.
The victim, identified by police as Kisha McKenzie, sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including to the face and head. She was found lifeless against a fence outside the church and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Philadelphia police investigators have described the incident as a deliberate and calculated act, with evidence suggesting McKenzie was specifically targeted. The motive for the shooting remains unclear as the investigation continues.
No suspects have been apprehended, and authorities are actively reviewing surveillance footage from the area while seeking potential witnesses. The Philadelphia Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward, offering the option to submit tips anonymously. Individuals can contact the police at (215) 686-TIPS or provide information online through the department’s anonymous tip portal.
The community is left reeling from this senseless act of violence, and the investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to bring justice for Kisha McKenzie.