At a Glance
- Reality star Chad Ollinger charged with murder after cellmate died.
- Cellmate Christopher Kelly, 42, found dead from blunt force injuries in Las Vegas jail.
- Ollinger was arrested Oct. 27 and rebooked for Open Murder.
- Why it matters: The case links a popular TV personality to a violent death in custody, raising questions about prison safety and celebrity accountability.
In a shocking turn of events, Chad Ollinger, the 41-year-old star of Discovery Channel’s Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch, has been charged with murder after his cellmate was found dead in the Clark County Detention Center.
Arrest and Charges
Police arrested Ollinger in Nevada on October 27, after he was identified as a fugitive from another state. He was taken into custody and later rebooked for Open Murder following a physical altercation with his cellmate.
- Arrested as a fugitive
- Rebooked for Open Murder
- Cellmate identified as Christopher Kelly
Death of Cellmate
On Friday night at about 11:20 p.m. PST, correction officers discovered Christopher Kelly, 42, lying motionless inside a cell. The Clark County Coroner’s Office determined Kelly suffered apparent blunt force injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
| Person | Age | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chad Ollinger | 41 | Arrested, charged with Open Murder | Oct. 27 |
| Christopher Kelly | 42 | Deceased, blunt force injuries | Friday 11:20 p.m. PST |
The pair had been co-stars on the reality series filmed at Duane Ollinger’s Blind Frog Ranch in eastern Utah, where they search for gold.
Key Takeaways
- Chad Ollinger faces murder charges after cellmate death.
- Christopher Kelly died from blunt force injuries in custody.
- Ollinger was arrested Oct. 27 and rebooked for Open Murder.
The case underscores the risks of custodial violence and the scrutiny faced by public figures.
