ust 2014 until March 2015 on multiple charges, including burglary and larceny,” the department said. “The sheriff’s department also notified the court system when he was released from jail in March 2015, but we do not have the authority to determine a suspect’s bond amount or release him from jail.”
Federico said he has been working with South Carolina lawmakers to push for changes to the state’s criminal justice system, including advocating for laws that would keep career criminals off the streets and ensure that victims’ families are notified when suspects are released from jail.
“We’re trying to change the laws in South Carolina so that this doesn’t happen to another family,” Federico said. “We’re trying to make sure that the victims are given their due process, and the criminals are given their due process. But the victims have rights that are being trampled on. That’s what we’re fighting for.”
Logan’s father said he hopes that by sharing his daughter’s story, he can prevent future tragedies and ensure that justice is served for her.
“We’re trying to make sure that the victims are given their due process, and the criminals are given their due process,” Federico said. “We’re trying to make sure that the victims have rights and that they’re not forgotten.”
As the investigation into Logan Federico’s murder continues, her family is left grappling with the loss of a bright young woman who had her whole life ahead of her. And as they mourn her passing, they are also fighting for justice and for changes to a system that they believe failed to protect her.
Logan’s father has vowed to keep fighting for his daughter and for other victims of violent crime, hoping that by sharing her story, he can make a difference and prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future. The case of Logan Federico’s murder has been a topic of discussion since August 13, 2014 when the suspect, Dickey, was booked and his fingerprints were taken. However, concerns have been raised regarding the handling of his fingerprints after he was served additional arrest warrants while still in LCDC in August and October of the same year. The sheriff’s department has acknowledged that there may have been errors in the transmission of his prints during those bookings.
In the weeks following Logan’s death, the department has collaborated with state law enforcement and prosecutors to ensure the accuracy of information from Dickey’s multiple bookings at LCDC. Despite the lack of fingerprints associated with some of his bookings, the cases in question were adjudicated and Dickey was sentenced on those charges in 2014 and 2015. The department emphasized its role in apprehending Dickey and emphasized the importance of providing accurate information to law enforcement.
Logan’s father, Stephen Federico, expressed gratitude for the swift resolution of his daughter’s murder but remains determined to address systemic issues that allowed Dickey to remain on the streets before the tragic incident. He acknowledged the efforts of law enforcement in solving the case but highlighted the need to address gaps in the criminal justice system.
Dickey is facing multiple charges including murder, burglary, possession of weapons, grand larceny, and financial transaction card theft. His next court appearance is scheduled for July 25, with the possibility of a life sentence for the charges in Lexington County. Despite the severity of the charges, Dickey’s attorney has not provided any comments on the case.
The investigation into Logan’s murder continues, with efforts to uncover the reasons behind the lapses in the system that allowed Dickey to commit the alleged crimes. Stephen Federico remains committed to seeking justice for his daughter and holding those responsible for the failures in the system accountable.
