Chud the Builder Merch Shooting: Tennessee Courthouse Incident Leaves Two Injured During Confrontation

Chud the Builder Merch Shooting Clarksville, Tennessee — A confrontation involving online streamer “Chud the Builder” escalated into gunfire outside a Tennessee courthouse on Wednesday, leaving two people injured and prompting a major police investigation.

Authorities identified the streamer as Dalton Eatherly, known online as “Chud the Builder,” who was involved in a physical altercation outside the Montgomery County Courthouse before shots were fired during the chaotic encounter.

Shooting Outside Courthouse During Dispute

According to law enforcement statements, the incident occurred around 1:15 p.m. local time when tensions between Eatherly and another man escalated outside the courthouse area. What began as a confrontation quickly turned physical before gunfire broke out, prompting deputies to rush to the scene.

Officials confirmed that both individuals involved sustained gunshot wounds and were transported to separate hospitals for treatment. Both were reported to be in stable condition following the incident.

Claims of Self-Defense Under Investigation

In a livestream following the shooting, Eatherly reportedly claimed he acted in self-defense after being attacked. Investigators have not confirmed those claims and said the circumstances surrounding the exchange of gunfire remain under review.

Authorities have also not released details regarding the identity of the second man involved or what specifically triggered the confrontation outside the courthouse.

Background on Online Activity

Eatherly, who has built an online following through provocative livestream content, has recently been involved in multiple controversies, including prior arrests related to disorderly conduct and disputes in public settings.

Police say the investigation is ongoing, and prosecutors will determine whether any charges will be filed once evidence and witness statements are fully reviewed.

Investigation Continues

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has urged anyone with additional information or video footage of the incident to come forward as detectives work to piece together the sequence of events leading up to the shooting.

Further updates are expected as the investigation develops.