Dalton Eatherly, the controversial livestreamer widely known online as Chud the Builder, suffered a major legal setback on June 17 when a Tennessee judge revoked his bond in a separate misdemeanor case. The decision came during a Davidson County hearing where investigators presented surveillance footage that allegedly shows Eatherly firing at Joshua Fox before being physically attacked. This evidence directly challenges Eatherly's assertion that he acted in self-defense during the May 2026 shooting outside the Montgomery County Courthouse in Clarksville.
New Footage Undermines Self-Defense Claim
The court hearing gained widespread attention after AkademiksTV shared footage from the proceedings on X. According to the post, investigators displayed surveillance video that allegedly captures Eatherly shooting Joshua Fox before any physical attack occurred. The footage is directly related to the May 13 shooting incident outside the Montgomery County Courthouse. Fox, a disabled veteran and father of three, was present at the courthouse with his wife for a child support hearing when the confrontation unfolded.
Investigators allege that Eatherly approached Fox and a verbal argument ensued. Court testimony indicates that Eatherly briefly walked away before turning back toward Fox. Prosecutors argue that he then reached for his firearm, escalating the situation. A physical struggle followed, and multiple shots were fired. Authorities recovered seven shell casings from the scene. Fox was struck several times and underwent emergency surgery, while Eatherly also sustained a gunshot wound to his arm during the altercation.
Judge Cites Behavior and Social Media Activity
The June 17 hearing was tied to misdemeanor charges Eatherly already faced in Davidson County, including a theft-related case. He had been released on a $1,000 bond with conditions that included avoiding any new arrests. Those conditions were violated after his arrest in the Clarksville shooting case. Eatherly now faces serious felony charges, including attempted murder, employing a firearm during a dangerous felony, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment.
According to reports from the hearing, Judge Melissa Blackburn cited Eatherly's conduct and online activity when deciding to revoke the bond. She reportedly stated that the decision was based on what she had seen on social media and Mr. Eatherly's behavior. The bond revocation means Eatherly remains in custody even as the larger Montgomery County case continues. Prosecutors maintain that the surveillance footage weakens his self-defense argument, though the final determination of guilt or innocence will be made during future court proceedings.
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