Chud the Builder’s bond revoked after new footage emerges in Tennessee shooting case (Image via Getty)
Dalton Eatherly, the controversial live streamer known online as “Chud the Builder,” suffered a major setback in court on June 17 after a Tennessee judge revoked his bail in a separate misdemeanor case.
The decision came during a hearing in Davidson County where investigators presented footage that allegedly showed Eatherly shooting Joshua Fox before he was physically attacked. The evidence directly challenges Etherly’s claim that he acted in self-defense during the May 2026 shooting outside the Montgomery County Courthouse in Clarksville.
Construction chud ‘s Self-defense claim He faces scrutiny after investigators provide new footage
The court hearing gained attention after AkademiksTV shared footage of the proceedings on X.
According to the post, investigators showed a surveillance video that allegedly shows Eatherly shooting Joshua Fox before any physical assault occurred.The footage relates to the May 13 shooting outside the Montgomery County Courthouse. Fox, a disabled veteran and father of three, was in the courtroom with his wife for a child support hearing when the confrontation occurred.
Investigators say Etherly approached Fox and a verbal argument ensued.
Court testimony indicates that Eatherly walked away briefly before turning back toward Fox. Prosecutors say he then used his firearm, escalating the situation. A fight ensued, and several shots were fired.Authorities recovered seven shell casings from the scene. Fox was injured several times and underwent emergency surgery. Etherly was also shot in the arm during the struggle.
Judge Melissa Blackburn Chud the Builder’s bond is voided amid new accusations and evidence in the courtroom
The June 17 hearing was related to misdemeanor charges Etherly already faced in Davidson County, including a theft case.
He was released on $1,000 bail with conditions that include avoiding any new arrests.Those conditions were violated after his arrest in the Clarksville shooting. Etherly currently faces serious felony charges, including attempted murder, use of a firearm during a dangerous felony, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment.According to reports from the hearing, Judge Melissa Blackburn cited Etherly’s behavior and online activity when she decided to revoke the bond.
She reportedly said the decision was based on “what I saw on social media and Mr. Eatherly’s behavior.”The bond revocation means Etherly remains in custody even as the larger Montgomery County case continues. Prosecutors contend that the surveillance footage weakens his argument of self-defense, while the final decision on guilt or innocence will be made during future court proceedings.
