Streamer ‘Chud the Builder’ Charged With Attempted Murder After Tennessee Courthouse Shooting
Controversial livestreamer Dalton Eatherly, known to his followers as “Chud the Builder,” is facing a series of severe legal charges following a violent confrontation outside a Tennessee courthouse. The incident, which unfolded on Wednesday, resulted in multiple injuries and was broadcast in real-time by Eatherly himself.
Courthouse Confrontation and Gunfire
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a “shots fired” call on Wednesday afternoon at the Montgomery County Courthouse. Upon arrival, officers detained two men who had been involved in a physical fight that escalated into a shooting.
The confrontation left both individuals with bullet wounds. One man was transported to a local hospital, while the other received treatment at the scene. Authorities have confirmed that both individuals are currently in stable condition.
The Montgomery County District Attorney General’s Office identified Eatherly as a suspect in the incident. He was taken into custody prior to being formally charged.
Severe Legal Charges
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has booked Eatherly on multiple felony counts. The charges include:
- Criminal attempt: murder
- Employing a firearm during a dangerous felony
- Aggravated assault
- Reckless endangerment with a deadly weapon
The Livestream and Suspect’s Claims
In a move consistent with his online persona, Eatherly live-streamed the entire encounter. During the broadcast, he claimed that he had been “jumped” outside the courthouse and asserted that he fired his weapon in self-defense. Eatherly further claimed that he accidentally shot himself during the confusion of the struggle.
A Pattern of Legal Trouble
This shooting follows a separate legal incident involving Eatherly just last week in Nashville. During that encounter, he was arrested for disorderly conduct and theft of services.
Police reports indicate that Eatherly became involved in a dispute with customers at a restaurant after they asked him to stop filming them. Following the altercation, Eatherly allegedly left the establishment without paying a bill totaling $371.55.
Key Takeaways: The Eatherly Case
- Suspect: Dalton Eatherly (aka “Chud the Builder”).
- Primary Incident: A fight outside the Montgomery County Courthouse that escalated into a shooting.
- Casualties: Two men wounded; both listed in stable condition.
- Current Charges: Attempted murder, aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, and firearm use during a felony.
- Recent History: Arrested in Nashville for theft of services ($371.55) and disorderly conduct.
As the legal process moves forward, the Montgomery County court system will determine the outcome of these felony charges. The case highlights the increasingly volatile intersection of livestreaming culture and real-world legal confrontations.