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crime1 year ago

"Ex-WWE Wrestler and Congressional Candidate Surrenders in Alleged Vegas Killing Case"

Former WWE wrestler and ex-congressional candidate Daniel Rodimer, endorsed by former President Trump, surrendered to police after being accused of killing a man at a Las Vegas hotel during a Halloween party while dressed as "Ken" from the "Barbie" movie. The victim, Christopher Tapp, died from his injuries, and Rodimer is facing allegations of assault and murder. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over cocaine, and further evidence includes text exchanges between Rodimer and his ex-wife. Tapp had previously served time for a crime he was later exonerated from, and Rodimer's political career includes unsuccessful runs for Congress.

via Fox News|
#crime#daniel-rodimer#halloween-party
crime1 year ago

"Trump-Backed Ex-Congressional Candidate Surrenders for Las Vegas Murder"

Former congressional candidate Daniel Rodimer, who was endorsed by Donald Trump, surrendered to authorities on a murder charge in connection with the slaying of Christopher Tapp in Las Vegas. Rodimer allegedly attacked Tapp after he offered cocaine to Rodimer's stepdaughter during a hotel room party. Witnesses reported seeing Rodimer assaulting Tapp, and a text message from Rodimer's wife referenced the murder. Rodimer posted bail and could face life imprisonment if convicted.

via The Guardian US|
#arrest#crime#daniel-rodimer
crime1 year ago

"Ex-Wrestler and Congressional Candidate Arrested for Murder of Wrongly Imprisoned Man in Vegas"

Former congressional candidate and pro wrestler Daniel Rodimer surrendered to police in Nevada after a warrant was issued for his arrest in the murder of Chris Tapp, who was wrongly imprisoned for a murder he did not commit. Tapp died from a head injury at a Las Vegas hotel, and Rodimer is charged with open murder. The incident allegedly stemmed from an altercation where Rodimer became upset after Tapp offered his stepdaughter cocaine. Rodimer's lawyers stated that he intends to contest the allegations, while Tapp's wrongful imprisonment for the 1996 murder of Angie Dodge was vacated in 2019.

via CBS News|
#chris-tapp#crime#daniel-rodimer
crime1 year ago

"Trump-Endorsed Ex-Congressional Candidate Arrested for Open Murder Charge in Vegas"

Former WWE wrestler and Trump-endorsed candidate, Daniel Rodimer, has been arrested in Las Vegas on an open murder charge for the death of Christopher Tapp. Witnesses reported an altercation between Rodimer and Tapp, with Rodimer allegedly assaulting Tapp after an argument over cocaine. Rodimer's attorneys stated that he intends to contest the allegations, while Trump had previously endorsed him in his 2020 congressional race.

via PennLive|
#crime#daniel-rodimer#donald-trump
crime1 year ago

"Ex-GOP Congressional Candidate Surrenders in Vegas Murder Case"

Former GOP congressional candidate and ex-WWE wrestler Daniel Rodimer surrendered to Las Vegas police in connection to the murder of 47-year-old Christopher Tapp at a resort on the Las Vegas Strip. Rodimer, who lost his 2020 congressional bid, is accused of willfully, deliberately, and premeditatedly striking Tapp on the head, resulting in his death. Rodimer has a history of violence, including a previous arrest for assault at a Waffle House. The motive for the violent encounter between Rodimer and Tapp remains unclear.

via The Daily Beast|
#crime#daniel-rodimer#gop
crime1 year ago

Ex-Congressional Candidate Daniel Rodimer Surrenders to Las Vegas Police for Murder Charge

Former congressional candidate and professional wrestler Daniel Rodimer turned himself in to Las Vegas police after an arrest warrant was issued for a charge of open murder in connection with the death of 47-year-old Christopher Tapp. He was released on a $200,000 bond and is due back in court. The Clark County Coroner's office ruled Tapp's death a homicide due to blunt force trauma to the head, and a criminal complaint alleges Rodimer killed Tapp in a willful, deliberate, and premeditated manner. Rodimer had three prior arrests in Florida on suspicion of assault but no convictions, and his now-wife had previously called 911 alleging domestic violence incidents.

via News3LV|
#bail#crime#daniel-rodimer
crime-justice1 year ago

"Former Nevada Congressional Candidate Wanted for Murder of Wrongfully Convicted Man"

Former Nevada congressional candidate Daniel Rodimer has been identified as a suspect in the death of Chris Tapp, who spent 20 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit. Tapp, an advocate for the wrongfully convicted, died from blunt force trauma to the head in Las Vegas last year. Rodimer, a former wrestler and political candidate, has been issued an arrest warrant on a murder charge, but details about the case and his relationship with Tapp have not been disclosed.

via NBC News|
#chris-tapp#crime-justice#daniel-rodimer