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The Man Who Killed Jeffrey Dahmer: Where Is Christopher Scarver Now, 31 Years Later?

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The notorious murder of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer in prison remains one of the most shocking events in true crime history. On a cold morning in November 1994, Dahmer’s reign of terror was abruptly ended, not by the state, but by a fellow inmate. This man, Christopher Scarver, became a figure of dark fascination—a killer who killed a killer. As of December 2025, the details surrounding the attack, Scarver’s complex motives, and his current status in the most secure prison system in Wisconsin continue to draw intense public interest, offering a chilling conclusion to the "Milwaukee Cannibal's" story. The full, updated biography of the man who took Dahmer’s life reveals a troubled past and a life now spent in extreme isolation.

The inmate responsible for Dahmer's death, Christopher J. Scarver Sr., was already serving a life sentence when he committed the double murder that would forever link his name to one of America's most infamous serial killers. His actions in the prison gymnasium that day not only ended Dahmer's life but also added another layer of tragedy to the case by taking the life of a second convicted murderer, Jesse Anderson, a man who had attempted to frame two Black men for his wife's murder. Scarver’s own mental health struggles and his subsequent legal battles against the prison system paint a comprehensive picture far beyond a simple act of vigilante justice. The following is an in-depth look at the life and current status of the man who killed Jeffrey Dahmer.

Christopher Scarver Sr.: A Complete Biographical Profile

Christopher J. Scarver Sr. was a convicted murderer before he ever encountered Jeffrey Dahmer. His life story is marked by personal struggle, mental health challenges, and violence, culminating in the 1994 prison attack.

  • Full Name: Christopher J. Scarver Sr.
  • Born: July 6, 1969, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
  • First Conviction: Murder and robbery of his former boss, Steve Lohman, at a Wisconsin Conservation Corps training program on June 1, 1990. Scarver demanded money from the site manager, and upon receiving only $15, he shot Lohman three times.
  • Original Sentence: Life in prison.
  • Mental Health: Diagnosed with schizophrenia. Reports indicate he was actively psychotic during his incarceration.
  • Victims in Prison: Jeffrey Lionel Dahmer (serial killer) and Jesse Michael Anderson (convicted murderer).
  • Date of Prison Murders: November 28, 1994.
  • Location of Murders: Columbia Correctional Institution in Portage, Wisconsin.
  • Weapon: A 20-inch metal bar taken from the prison’s weight room.
  • Sentence for Prison Murders: Two additional life sentences.
  • Current Incarceration Status (Dec 2025): Confined at the Supermax Correctional Institution (Boscobel, Wisconsin).

The Brutal Details of Dahmer's Death in Prison

The death of Jeffrey Dahmer was swift and brutal, occurring while he was serving 16 consecutive life sentences at the Columbia Correctional Institution.

The Morning of November 28, 1994

On the morning of November 28, 1994, Dahmer, Scarver, and a third inmate, Jesse Anderson, were assigned to a cleaning detail in the prison gymnasium bathroom. The three men were left unsupervised for approximately 20 minutes, a lapse in security that proved fatal for Dahmer and Anderson.

Scarver, who was 25 at the time, reportedly armed himself with a 20-inch metal bar, which he had removed from a piece of weight-lifting equipment in the gym. Scarver first bludgeoned Dahmer in the head, then proceeded to attack Anderson. Dahmer was later found in the bathroom, having sustained massive head trauma. Anderson, who was attacked in a separate locker room area, died two days later from his injuries.

Scarver's Stated Motive: The 'Chosen' Executioner

For decades, the motive for the attack remained a subject of speculation until Scarver broke his silence in a 2015 interview. He revealed that he had grown to despise Dahmer’s behavior and attitude in prison. Scarver claimed that Dahmer was remorseless and would often taunt other inmates, sometimes even shaping his prison food into severed limbs and drizzling them with ketchup to mock the nature of his horrific crimes.

Scarver was reportedly carrying a newspaper clipping detailing Dahmer’s extensive and gruesome crimes at the time of the attack. He stated that he confronted Dahmer, asking him if he had committed the acts, and when Dahmer confirmed them, Scarver struck him. Scarver also claimed that he felt he was "chosen" to kill Dahmer, an assertion consistent with his documented history of severe mental illness, specifically schizophrenia.

The Second Victim: Jesse Anderson

The murder of the second inmate, Jesse Anderson, adds a layer of complexity to the incident, providing crucial topical authority to the story of Dahmer’s death. Anderson was serving a life sentence for the brutal 1992 murder of his wife, Barbara Anderson. To cover up his crime, Anderson had stabbed himself and claimed he was attacked by two Black men, attempting to frame innocent individuals in a racially charged incident that shocked Milwaukee.

Scarver, who is Black, was aware of Anderson's crime and his attempt to shift the blame onto Black men. While the primary target was Dahmer, Scarver’s decision to kill Anderson as well suggests a deeper, albeit twisted, sense of justice or retribution against two inmates he viewed as equally despicable and undeserving of life.

Christopher Scarver's Life After Killing Jeffrey Dahmer

Following the murders of Dahmer and Anderson, Scarver was convicted and received two more life sentences, ensuring he would never be released. His life since 1994 has been one of extreme isolation within the correctional system, primarily due to his high-profile crimes and history of violence.

Confinement in Supermax Correctional Institution

After the murders, Scarver was transferred to the Supermax Correctional Institution in Boscobel, Wisconsin. This facility is designed for the most dangerous and difficult-to-manage inmates, often involving long periods of solitary or near-solitary confinement. Scarver remains confined in this high-security environment today, with his life consisting of the rigid routine and isolation of a maximum-security prison. His confinement is a direct result of his actions in 1994, which cemented his status as a high-risk inmate.

Legal Battles and Mental Health

Scarver's legal history did not end with his conviction. He has been involved in multiple civil rights lawsuits against the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. These lawsuits often allege that the conditions of his confinement—specifically the long-term isolation—violate his constitutional rights, particularly in light of his severe mental illness, schizophrenia. While many of these cases have been dismissed, they highlight the ongoing challenges of managing an inmate with a history of extreme violence and a serious mental health diagnosis within the prison system. The legal filings from the mid-2000s, such as Scarver v. Litscher, provide a rare glimpse into the difficult conditions of his life in Supermax.

The Legacy and Topical Authority

The story of Christopher Scarver gained renewed topical authority and public interest following the release of the 2022 Netflix series Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story. While the series focused on Dahmer's crimes, it inevitably brought the story of his death, and therefore Scarver, back into the public consciousness. Scarver’s account—that he killed Dahmer because he was a remorseless monster who mocked his victims—resonated with many who felt a sense of dark, karmic justice. However, the full context of his mental illness and the simultaneous murder of Jesse Anderson complicates the narrative, ensuring that the final chapter of Jeffrey Dahmer's story, written by Christopher Scarver, remains a complex and chilling footnote in true crime history.

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