Las Vegas, Nevada – A former Nevada congressional candidate, Daniel Rodimer, has been identified as a suspect in the death of Chris Tapp, an Idaho man who spent two decades in prison for a murder he did not commit. Tapp, who later became an advocate for the wrongfully convicted, died in Las Vegas under suspicious circumstances, leading to an arrest warrant being issued for Rodimer on a murder charge.
Tapp’s death occurred after authorities responded to a report of an accident, which ultimately was determined to be a homicide due to blunt force trauma to the head. The Clark County Coroner’s Office ruled the death as a homicide. Further investigations revealed that Tapp had been involved in a fight before his hospitalization.
Rodimer, a former wrestler and political candidate, gained notoriety as the runner-up for a seat in Nevada’s 3rd Congressional District in 2020. Despite losing to incumbent Suzanne Lee, Rodimer remained active in the political sphere. Tapp, on the other hand, was exonerated in 2019 for the murder of Angie Dodge, a case that had led to his wrongful conviction and imprisonment.
After his exoneration, Tapp dedicated his efforts to advocating for fair compensation for exonerees, pushing for legislative changes in multiple states. His advocacy led to him receiving a substantial settlement from the city of Idaho Falls and its police department for their mishandling of his case. Tapp’s story sheds light on the challenges faced by the wrongfully convicted and the importance of seeking justice and accountability in the legal system. The developments in the case serve as a reminder of the complexities of the justice system and the ongoing fight for justice for all.