Former Wrestler Surrenders in Las Vegas Hotel Killing

A retired professional wrestler and former congressional candidate, Daniel Rodimer (45), surrendered to authorities in Nevada on Wednesday after a warrant was issued for his arrest in connection with the death of Christopher Tapp (47) last year.

Details of the Case:

• Tapp, who was tragically acquitted of a murder he did not commit in 1996, died from head injuries sustained in a Las Vegas Strip hotel on October 29, 2023.
• Police launched a suspicious death investigation after receiving new information in November 2023. An autopsy later ruled the cause of death as homicide by blunt force trauma.
• An arrest warrant for Rodimer was issued earlier Wednesday, with the charge listed as open murder.
• Rodimer’s attorneys claim he is innocent and will contest the charges. They released a statement confirming his surrender and intention to post bail.

Allegations and Investigation:

• According to a witness cited in an arrest warrant, Rodimer allegedly became angry after Tapp offered cocaine to his stepdaughter. The witness reportedly heard a threat and then two loud bangs.
• Text messages seemingly show Rodimer’s wife claiming to have witnessed the incident and attempting to intervene.

Background Information:

• Rodimer and Tapp were reportedly acquainted through their involvement in classic car racing.
• Rodimer unsuccessfully challenged Democratic Representative Susie Lee for Nevada’s District 3 seat in 2020 and later ran in a special congressional election in Texas in 2021.

Credits: 2News