Reyna Dunlap, a 30-year-old social media personality and aspiring contestant on Baddies Midwest, was tragically discovered deceased in an abandoned house in Cleveland, Ohio, on January 21, 2025. Initial reports indicated that authorities suspected an overdose as the cause of her death.
However, Reyna’s mother, Karen Jones, has publicly refuted these claims. In an interview with 19 News on January 23, she expressed disbelief over the overdose theory, insisting that her daughter had never used hard drugs.
“They suspected that it was an overdose. I said my daughter has never used hard drugs, talk to anybody,”Jones added.
The family, including Reyna’s sister Kira, is actively seeking a more thorough investigation to uncover the true circumstances surrounding her untimely death. The connection to her aspirations for Baddies Midwest adds a layer of complexity to this already delicate situation.
Mother of Reyna Dunlap Challenges Overdose Narrative
Authorities’ initial suspicion of overdose has been met with skepticism from Karen Jones. During her conversation with the news outlet, she articulated her confidence that the toxicology results will confirm Reyna’s claim of not using hard drugs.
“I will stake my life that the toxicology is going to come back that she did not have any hard drugs in her system,”Jones asserted.
Karen noted Reyna’s lack of prior drug use history and questioned the typical signs associated with an overdose, further deepening her concern regarding the official findings.
Investigating Reyna’s Presence in Cleveland
Adding to the family’s confusion is Reyna’s unannounced presence in Cleveland, as they had no prior knowledge of her traveling outside Maryland. Karen mentioned that the family had no ties to Cleveland and was completely unaware of Reyna’s whereabouts at that time.
Speculation has surfaced suggesting that Reyna may have been in Cleveland for an audition with Baddies Midwest, given her connections with some cast and crew members, though this remains unconfirmed.
The uncertainty surrounding her reasons for being in Cleveland has left lingering questions regarding her final days.
Concerns and Unsettling Revelations Surrounding Reyna’s Death
The circumstances of Reyna’s death have stirred significant alarm among her family. Her sister Kira expressed disbelief that Reyna would have willingly entered an abandoned property, noting a change in her typical behavior leading up to the incident.
Kira pointed out that although Reyna’s hair and nails were recently done, she was found wearing clothes that seemed unusually large for her frame.
Compounding their concerns, authorities noted that Reyna did not have her identification or cellphone with her, raising further suspicion among her family that the circumstances may not add up. They were also disturbed to discover medical records indicating a visit to a rape crisis center just weeks before her death, a fact Karen believes points to potential jeopardy faced by her daughter.
“Our biggest concern is that someone was holding her against her will,” said Jones.
These findings have shifted the family’s focus towards understanding the events leading up to Reyna’s passing. However, it is crucial to mention that none of these claims have been officially validated by either Reyna’s family or local law enforcement. The investigation into her death remains ongoing.
For those interested in the reality scene, Baddies Midwest airs on the Zeus Network every Sunday at 8 PM ET.