Howard University Professor Kiah Duggins passed away on January 29th. In a statement released by Howard University and Howard University School of Law, she was among those lost in the mid-air plane collision at Reagan National Airport.

The statement continues, “Professor Duggins was set to begin a new chapter as a professor at Howard University School of Law this fall.

As a civil rights lawyer, she dedicated her career to fighting against unconstitutional policing and unjust money bail practices in Tennessee, Texas and Washington, D.C.

We ask for privacy and respect for Professor Duggins’ family, students, and colleagues during this difficult time. Plans to honor her legacy will be shared in coming days.

We encourage our community to seek any support they may need. Those resources can be found on the graphic above.”

The WHUR 96.3 family sends love, strength, and prayers to all those affected by this tragedy. Wishing comfort as they navigate this difficult journey of loss and healing.