‘Do The Right Thing’: South Carolina Attorney General Urges Death Penalty For Career Criminal Who Murdered 22-Year-Old College Student Logan Federico In Brutal Home Invasion
South Carolina’s top prosecutor has made an emotional plea that is reverberating across the nation: seek the death penalty.
Attorney General Alan Wilson announced on Thursday that he has personally urged a local solicitor to pursue the ultimate punishment against the career criminal accused of breaking into a family home and killing 22-year-old college student Logan Federico, who was days away from starting his senior year.
The accused killer, whose lengthy rap sheet spans more than a decade, allegedly forced his way into Federico’s off-campus residence during the early hours of the morning. What began as a burglary escalated into tragedy when Federico, startled by the intruder, was fatally shot.
“This young man had everything in front of him—his education, his future, his family,” Wilson told reporters. “And it was stolen from him by someone who chose violence again and again. South Carolina must do the right thing. This case demands the death penalty.”
The Attorney General’s words have been widely interpreted as both a legal and moral call to arms—one that resonates with citizens frustrated by repeat offenders slipping through the cracks of the system.
For the Federico family, the plea was both validating and devastating. Logan’s father, Michael Federico, stood before cameras, his voice cracking but his determination clear:
“My son was only 22. He loved life, he loved people, and he was just beginning to find his path. To lose him in such a senseless, brutal way is something no parent should ever endure. Seeking the death penalty is not about revenge—it’s about justice. This is justice for Logan.”
The family’s grief-stricken testimony has gone viral, with clips of the father’s words flooding TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook. Within hours, the hashtag #JusticeForLogan began trending nationwide.
Friends and classmates described Logan as “bright,” “kind,” and “always smiling.” One close friend said, “He was the kind of guy who would walk you home just to make sure you felt safe. It’s unthinkable that his life was stolen inside his own home.”
The suspect, whose name officials have released but who has not yet entered a plea, had been arrested more than a dozen times for theft, assault, and drug charges. Court documents reveal multiple probation violations and previous prison terms. Critics say the case highlights systemic failures in preventing violent repeat offenders from reentering communities.
Public debate has since ignited, with citizens, lawmakers, and legal experts weighing in on whether the death penalty remains a just solution in 2025. Supporters argue that the severity of the crime warrants the ultimate punishment, while opponents caution that executions do not deter violence and raise moral and legal concerns.
But for Logan’s family, the matter feels heartbreakingly simple.
“I woke up every morning expecting to hear his voice, to see him come through the door,” his father said, wiping away tears. “Now, all I have are memories. If we don’t hold this man accountable in the strongest possible way, then what message are we sending? Logan’s life mattered. It still matters.”
A candlelight vigil held on campus Wednesday night drew hundreds of students, faculty, and community members. Many carried flowers, handwritten notes, and photographs of Logan smiling at football games, birthday parties, and classroom events.
One student whispered, “He deserved so much better than this. We will fight for him, for his justice.”
As South Carolina now braces for a legal battle that could take months or even years, the Attorney General’s words continue to echo: “Do the right thing.”
For Logan’s family, the path forward is marked by grief, but also by determination to ensure that their son’s death will not be just another statistic.
