Courtroom Shooting: A High‑Bond Case Over a Dangerous Encounter
A 28‑year‑old Tennessee resident, known online as “Chud the Builder,” was granted a $1.25 million bond after shooting an individual outside a courthouse on Wednesday afternoon.
Incident Timing
The gunfire occurred at approximately 1:19 p.m. during a confrontation in the courthouse courtyard. The shooter fired several rounds after reaching for his weapon.Victim and Injuries
A bystander was struck, taken to a Nashville hospital, and is reported stable after surgery. Police have identified the victim as Black, though race confirmation has not been released.Surveillance Footage
Video shows bullets ricocheting off walls and the shooter also shooting himself in the arm. The chaotic scene drew many witnesses, influencing judicial decisions.
Judicial Decision
Judge H. Reid Poland III set the large bond, citing the crowd size and gravity of the offenses. The defendant is currently held in Montgomery County jail.- Charges
- Primary: attempted murder, using a gun in a felony, aggravated assault, reckless endangerment with a deadly weapon.
Additional: harassment (Montgomery County), theft of services, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest (Davidson County).
He had previously been released on bond in earlier cases.Legal Representation
Jacob Fendley has been assigned as defense counsel, but he has not yet commented publicly.- Upcoming Proceedings
- Full bond hearing: May 21
- Preliminary hearing: May 26
