At a Glance
- Reality star Chad Ollinger, 41, charged with murder after cellmate Christopher Kelly, 42, was found dead at Clark County Detention Center.
- Officers discovered the body on Oct. 27, 2023, during routine checks at about 11:20 p.m. PST.
- Investigation revealed a physical altercation inside the cell, leading to Ollinger’s rebooking for Open Murder.
- Why it matters: The case links a popular TV personality to a serious crime, raising questions about his legal and public standing.
The death of a cellmate at a Las Vegas jail has thrust reality television star Chad Ollinger into a murder investigation, prompting authorities to rebook him for open murder charges.
Incident Details
Correction officers at Clark County Detention Center found the body of Christopher Kelly lying motionless inside the cell on Friday night around 11:20 p.m. PST.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department released a statement describing the scene.
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department stated:
> “The cellmate was lying motionless inside of a cell.”
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department added:
> “The cellmate was suffering from apparent blunt force injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.”
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reported:
> “A physical altercation occurred between Kelly and Ollinger inside of the cell.”
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department announced:
> “Ollinger was rebooked for Open Murder.”
Background on Chad Ollinger
Ollinger, 41, has been a star of Discovery Channel’s Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch since the show first aired in 2021.
He was arrested on Oct. 27 after being identified as a fugitive from another state, according to Clark County Detention Center records.
- Show: Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch (Discovery Channel, 2021-present)
- Father: Duane Ollinger, owner of Blind Frog Ranch in eastern Utah
- Premise: Father-son duo explore the ranch searching for gold
- Rob Reiner’s son, Nick, was being held in jail early Monday, according to jail records.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Oct. 27, 2023 | Ollinger arrested in Nevada |
| Oct. 27, 2023 (night) | Cellmate found dead at Clark County Detention Center |
| Oct. 27, 2023 (after discovery) | Ollinger rebooked for Open Murder |
Key Takeaways
- Chad Ollinger faces open murder charges after cellmate’s death.
- The incident occurred during routine checks at Clark County Detention Center.
- The case ties a TV personality to a serious crime, affecting his public image.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kelly’s death and Ollinger’s alleged role.
