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Chad Ollinger, a star of the Discovery Channel, was apprehended in Texas on Monday night. Ollinger, known for his role on Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch, faces two charges of evading arrest after allegedly leading law enforcement on a motorcycle chase that ended with a foot pursuit.
The incident reportedly began around 9 p.m. when Ollinger, riding his black Harley Davidson, allegedly ran a red light in front of an unmarked police vehicle, as per information from law enforcement sources shared with TMZ. When officers attempted to stop the reality TV personality, Ollinger refused to comply, prompting a chase. Although he eventually pulled over, he abandoned his motorcycle and fled on foot, leading to a pursuit that concluded with his arrest.
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Ollinger was charged with two counts: evading arrest/detention with a vehicle and evading arrest/detention on foot. He was taken to the county jail but was released the next day after posting bail. In response to the incident, Ollinger stated to TMZ, “All I know is this one thing. It was a hell of a ride until I got off of that Harley crossbone.”
Currently, Ollinger has not commented further on the matter nor has he updated his social media accounts since his arrest.
For viewers of the Discovery Channel, Ollinger is a well-known figure, as he stars in Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch. The show debuted in 2021 and follows Ollinger and his father, Duane Ollinger, as they explore their 160-acre property in the Uinta Basin of Utah, searching for what lies hidden in the seven caves on the land. The duo is on the quest for a rumored 500-year-old lost treasure and faces paranormal encounters along the way.
“One of the challenges has definitely been the paranormal aspect. We’re located right next to Skinwalker Ranch, so we’ve begun to notice intriguing clues from that,” Ollinger shared with TV Insider. “The sights, sounds, and smells we experience are incredible. I was skeptical of this stuff until I arrived here. There’s certainly something happening.”
Despite his father describing him as having “not an ounce of quit in him,” the married father of four acknowledged that his treasure hunting pursuits have “strained various relationships. We spend a lot of time up there and travel extensively for research. It’s been challenging for relationships, but here we are.”
New episodes of Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch air on Wednesdays on the Discovery Channel.
A former superintendent from a Long Island school district was arrested for driving under the influence after causing severe injuries to a motorcyclist in a weekend accident, according to authorities.
Dr. Michael Hynes, 53 – who served as the Superintendent of Schools for the Port Washington Union Free School District – left 63-year-old Alberto Fernandez with critical injuries following the crash around 9 p.m. on Sunday in Sayville, as reported by Suffolk County Police.
Hynes was operating his Honda Civic northbound on Railroad Avenue when he attempted to make a left turn onto Depot Street, colliding with Fernandez, who was riding south on a Harley-Davidson, authorities indicated.
Fernandez, from Sayville, was rushed to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore to receive treatment for his serious injuries, police confirmed.
Hynes, who exhibited “bloodshot glassy eyes, slurred speech, and unsteady movements,” faces a misdemeanor charge for driving while intoxicated, according to police reports and a criminal complaint.
This incident represents Hynes’ first offense, and he was released on his own recognizance during his arraignment on Monday at First District Court in Central Islip.
In a message to families, the school district announced that Dr. Christopher Shields would take over as acting superintendent “to maintain stability and continuity in our district during this time.”
“We remain committed to keeping you informed and will provide updates as more information becomes available,” the statement added.
It was previously announced that Hynes was to resign from his position, effective December 13, as reported by Port Washington News.
“An opportunity has arisen, which is an experience I have not had in my career in public education,” Hynes explained to the publication earlier this month, without elaborating on his future plans.
“I believe this experience will be beneficial for me and my family.”
Hynes is a Fulbright Specialist and serves as an associate professor of education and leadership at Long Island University and Stony Brook University, as noted in his online biography.
He was featured in the documentary “Chasing Childhood” and is the author of the book “Staying Grounded: 12 Principles for Transforming School Leader Effectiveness.”