🚨 NASHVILLE INFLUENCER “CHUD THE BUILDER” ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGEDLY REFUSING TO PAY $371 RESTAURANT BILL 🚨
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Controversial livestreamer Dalton Eatherly, known online as “Chud the Builder,” was arrested in downtown Nashville after police say he refused to pay a restaurant bill totaling more than $370 following a disturbance inside a popular steakhouse.
According to arrest documents, officers responded to Bob’s Steak and Chop House on May 9 after restaurant staff reported a disruptive customer who had allegedly been livestreaming inside the business despite being told to stop.
Investigators say Eatherly ordered two entrees, appetizers, and drinks totaling approximately $371.55. Staff reportedly asked him multiple times not to livestream or disrupt other diners while inside the restaurant.
Police said the situation escalated after employees realized he continued filming. Authorities allege Eatherly became loud, disruptive, and began yelling inside the restaurant before stating he would not pay for the meal.
According to the affidavit, Eatherly allegedly left the restaurant without paying for the food he had consumed.
Metro Nashville officers later located him walking near Broadway and took him into custody. Police said he briefly resisted while being arrested but was eventually detained without further incident.
Eatherly was booked into the Davidson County jail on charges including theft of services, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. Jail records showed his bond was set at $5,000.
The livestreamer has gained attention online for posting controversial and confrontational videos in downtown Nashville, many of which have sparked backlash across social media.
The case remains ongoing.
Nashville Police Dept
May 11, 2026
Charges
Theft of $1000 or less
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