Dateline NBC Unchecked Evil
Jan 14, 2025
Lisa Tokes, a passionate advocate and mother of murdered Ohio State senior Reagan Tokes, shares her heart-wrenching journey following her daughter's tragic death. She discusses systemic failures in the criminal justice system, particularly lapses in parole monitoring. Lisa emphasizes the urgent need for Ohio to reform its laws to enhance public safety. The conversation is both a profound reflection on grief and a powerful plea for legislative change to prevent future tragedies, fueled by her relentless pursuit of justice.
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Reagan's Murder
- Reagan Tokes, a 21-year-old Ohio State senior, was murdered shortly before graduation.
- She was found shot twice in the head in a park, leaving her family and friends devastated.
OSU Dream
- Reagan dreamed of attending Ohio State since childhood, inspired by a football game visit with her dad.
- She worked hard, got good grades, and made her dream a reality, never applying anywhere else.
Missing After Work
- Reagan worked at Bodega restaurant and was expected to call her dad after her shift on February 8th.
- The call never came, raising concerns and triggering a search the next day.