Chad Ollinger is a television personality from the show Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch. He is now in serious legal trouble. He has been charged with murder. The charge is related to the death of his cellmate in a Las Vegas jail.
The incident happened on Friday, December 26. Corrections officers were doing routine checks at the Clark County Detention Center. At about 11:20 p.m., they found Ollinger’s cellmate motionless in their shared cell.
The inmate was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials say the victim had injuries from blunt force. Detectives believe a physical fight happened between Ollinger and the cellmate before the death. Ollinger was taken into custody for the murder charge immediately.
Who is Chad Ollinger?
Chad Ollinger is the son of Duane Ollinger. His father owns the Blind Frog Ranch in Utah. The ranch is the subject of their Discovery Channel show. The series follows the family as they search for hidden treasure on their 160-acre property. Chad has appeared in 39 episodes across five seasons.
History of Legal Problems
This is not Chad Ollinger’s first arrest. His legal issues have been growing.
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November 2024: He was arrested after running a stoplight on his motorcycle. He tried to flee from police. He was caught after a short chase on foot. He was released after posting bail. He later told TMZ, “It was a hell of a ride.”
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February 2025: He was arrested in Texas. He was driving with an invalid license and speeding. He was booked into jail there.
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October 2025: He was arrested again. This time he was taken into custody as a fugitive from another state. He has been in the Las Vegas jail since then on that charge, plus a contempt of court charge.
What Happens Next?
Ollinger was supposed to have his first court appearance on Sunday, December 28. That hearing did not happen. Reports say he was being disruptive. His court appearance is now scheduled for Tuesday, December 30.
He faces a new charge of “open murder.” This means the exact degree of murder will be determined later. The investigation into his cellmate’s death is still ongoing.