Dalton Eatherly
Coverage of Dalton Eatherly in the Nexus archive.
- Chud the Builder Fantasized About “Race War.” Now He’s Charged With Attempted Murder.
Dalton Eatherly, known as Chud the Builder, faces attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting a man outside a Tennessee courthouse. He has a history of online racist rhetoric and prior arrests for theft and disorderly conduct.
- Bond revoked for ‘Chud the Builder’ in Montgomery County attempted murder case
Dalton Eatherly, known as 'Chud the Builder,' had his bond revoked in Montgomery County after facing attempted murder charges for allegedly shooting a disabled veteran outside the courthouse on May 13. He is scheduled to appear in Davidson County court next week for a separate case related to an arrest at a Nashville restaurant on May 9.
- Cashing in on controversy: How 'Chud the Builder' raised thousands of dollars before and after Tenn. shooting
Dalton Eatherly, known as 'Chud the Builder,' raised over $300,000 through donations and a meme coin on Pump.fun before and after a Tennessee shooting. He gained attention via controversial live streams containing racist remarks and later faced legal charges for attempted murder following an altercation with a Black man, Joshua Fox.
- 'Chud the Builder' bond revoked during Nashville hearing
Dalton Eatherly, known as 'Chud the Builder,' had his bond revoked during a Nashville hearing, resulting in him remaining in custody. A Davidson County judge made the decision during a court session on Wednesday.
- Outside Nashville, Chud the Builder’s attempted murder case has become a cause célèbre for white nationalists
Dalton Eatherly, known online as Chud the Builder, was arrested for attempting to murder Joshua Fox after an altercation outside a courthouse. His case has drawn support from white nationalists, January 6 defendants, and free speech advocates, with crowdfunding efforts raising over $300,000 for his legal defense. Donors referenced other racially charged incidents, including the 2025 Austin Metcalf stabbing and the 2007 Channon Christian and Chris Newsome murders.
- What to know about a Tennessee man known for making racist videos now charged with attempted murder
A Tennessee man known as Chud the Builder is charged with attempted murder after shooting a man outside a Clarksville courthouse. The man, Dalton Eatherly, is known for posting racist videos online. He claims to have shot in self-defense.
- Influencer detained in Tennessee over alleged confrontation involving gunfire
Dalton Eatherly, a 28-year-old influencer known as Chud the Builder, was detained in Tennessee after being involved in a confrontation with another man outside a courthouse, during which shots were fired. The incident occurred in Clarksville, Tennessee, and is being investigated by local police. Eatherly is accused of firing at the other man.