Norristown Men Accused Of Killing Teen Won't Face Death Penalty

NORRISTOWN, PA — The two men charged in this summer's killing of 16-year-old Jordan Scott will not face the death penalty.

The Times Herald reports that the case does not satisfy the "aggravating factors" of the most horrific crimes which must be proved in order for the death penalty to be considered.

Suspects Isiah Freeman, 18, and William Durell Wilson, 30, both waived their arraignment hearing, which was scheduled for Friday, court documents show. They also both pleaded not guilty to first and third degree murder, aggravated assault, and related counts in connection with Scott's killing.

The incident occurred on Thursday, July 6 at around 6:32 p.m. on the 600 block of Chain Street, according to police.

Jordan Scott, 16, was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at Mercy Suburban Hospital at 7:28 p.m., the DA said.

Another teenager with Scott was suffering from a gunshot wound to the ankle.

An investigation revealed that Wilson was driving a 2013 Dodge Charger while Freeman was in the front passenger seat, police said.

They saw the two teenagers walking near Chain and Oak streets and parked around the corner to wait for them. When the two arrived, they opened fire, authorities allege.

A motive has not yet been publicized.

Both men are being held in Montgomery County Correctional Facility as their cases continue.

Images via Montgomery County District Attorney's Office