The father of Logan Federico, a 22-year-old college student who was murdered during a home invasion, is urging federal lawmakers to address legal gaps that allow repeat offenders to return to the streets. Stephen Federico is advocating for “Logan’s Law,” which would require the creation of a public database for habitual violent offenders, improve communication across counties and states, and ensure accountability for prosecutors dealing with these criminals.
The proposed legislation seeks to fix issues within the justice system that permitted Logan’s alleged killer, Alexander Dickey, to avoid significant penalties despite his extensive criminal history.
During a recent roundtable on crime prevention in South Carolina, attended by U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche, Federico emphasized the urgency of his cause. “This was preventable. And, honestly, I’m not just trying to save one more life. I aim to save thousands,” he declared. He further highlighted systemic failures in the criminal justice system, likening them to shortcomings in immigration enforcement.
Introduced by U.S. Rep. Russell Fry and the late Senator Lindsey Graham, “Logan’s Law” has yet to formally come before either the House or the Senate.
Fry noted that the principles behind this law are straightforward. “Common sense works. Common sense is easy,” he said, drawing parallels to existing public registries for sex offenders. “This is for violent crimes. It’s the same idea.” Attorney General Blanche has encouraged lawmakers to act promptly, stating that while it took a tragedy to bring this issue to light, it’s crucial not to miss the opportunity for change.
Blanche expressed optimism for bipartisan support, asserting that this should not be a controversial matter. He mentioned that it has support from figures like President Trump.
The tragic incident in question dates back to May 3, 2025, when Logan Federico was at a friend’s house in South Carolina. During this time, Dickey allegedly broke in, driving a stolen vehicle into the neighborhood, stealing keys and a firearm from one house before forcing his way into the home where Logan was staying. Inside, he reportedly took credit cards and fatally shot her while she was awake.
“He didn’t kill our daughter for a debit card,” Stephen Federico stated. “She was the only one awake who could identify him. He killed a witness.” Dickey’s criminal background includes several serious offenses dating back to 2013, leading many to argue that he fell through the cracks of a lenient justice system.
Critiquing current societal attitudes, Stephen Federico remarked, “What we do as a society right now is prioritize the criminal over the innocent.” He condemned progressive measures such as reduced sentencing and no-cash bail policies, expressing a sense of urgency to shift the narrative back towards protecting victims.
