Attorney Laura Wilson Joins Lucas County Child Protection Task Force to Address Systemic Challenges

The appointment of Laura Wilson to the Lucas County Child Protection Task Force marks a critical step towards addressing the systemic issues within the county's child protection services. This initiative comes in the wake of the heartbreaking death of Kei'Mani Latigue, a young girl whose life was lost despite prior warnings to Lucas County Children Services. The task force, comprising 27 members from various sectors, aims to scrutinize and enhance the policies and procedures that failed to prevent such a tragedy.

Wilson's legal expertise in advocating for families and children positions her as a valuable asset to the task force. Her role will involve collaborating with other members to identify gaps in the current system and recommend actionable reforms. The formation of this task force underscores the community's demand for accountability and improvement in child welfare services, a sentiment reflected in the overwhelming number of applications received for membership.

The task force's work, supported by Casey Family Programs, is not just about preventing future tragedies but also about strengthening the support systems for families in Lucas County. By focusing on systemic, procedural, and operational challenges, the task force seeks to ensure that children in the community are safer and families receive the support they need. The first meeting, held on May 28, 2025, set the stage for what promises to be a rigorous examination of how to better protect vulnerable children.