New details emerge as ChudTheBuilder release bid stalls despite Alex Rosen offering $100,000 for bond (Image via Getty)
Dalton Eatherly, known online as ChudTheBuilder, remains in jail after a Tennessee judge refused to reduce his $1 million bail during a June 3 court hearing. The decision came even after YouTuber Alex Rosen appeared in court and offered to contribute money for Eatherly’s release.
Eatherly, 28, appeared in Montgomery County Circuit Court in Clarksville, where he faces serious charges in connection with a shooting outside the Montgomery County Courthouse on May 13. He has been charged with attempted murder, use of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment with a deadly weapon.His attorney, Jacob Findlay, asked the court to reduce bail, arguing that Eatherly has strong ties to the community and has not been convicted of any crime.
Etherly’s father also attended the hearing and was available to speak on his behalf. Despite these arguments, Judge William Goodman III ruled that the bond should remain at $1 million. The judge also said that if Eatherly is released, he must follow a curfew from 9 p.m
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Alex Rosen sets $100,000 bond for Dalton Eatherly as Judge William Goodman III maintains restrictions
During the hearing, Alex Rosen, better known as Predators Poachers, took the witness stand and presented bank records and CashApp documents to the court.
Rosen said he makes money through live streaming and described himself as a supporter of free speech.Rosen told the court he was willing to post $100,000 for Etherly’s bond. However, Judge Goodman left the existing restrictions in place. Under these rules, each bond company can only cover up to $100,000 of the bond amount. This means that Eatherly will likely need multiple tie-ups to reach the full $1 million required for the release.The judge also questioned the proposed arrangement involving LA Bonding and a surety company. Goodman said it was unclear whether the money was being transferred in a way that would increase the bond company’s capacity. Because of those concerns, he decided not to change the restrictions.At one point, the judge addressed Rosen’s involvement directly, saying, “I’m not going to let him get into the business of association.”The court also discussed the issue of Eatherly’s residency if he is released. Findley asked for the address to remain sealed, saying Eatherly was facing possible eviction due to the attention surrounding the case.Separately, Etherly’s attorney appeared in Davidson County District Court on the same day in connection with another case. According to the arrest affidavit cited by WSMV, Eatherly is accused of ordering nearly $400 worth of food and drinks at Bob’s Steak and Chop House in Nashville before refusing to pay after being asked to stop streaming and leave.
He faces charges of theft under $1,000, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest.
Eatherly did not attend that hearing because he remained in custody in Montgomery County.The courtroom shooting case centers around a confrontation between Eatherly and Joshua Fox outside the Montgomery County Courthouse on May 13. Authorities said the two men were hit by gunfire during the incident. Fox was reportedly shot in the torso and arm and was later taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for surgery.
