UPDATE: Man who instigated racist disputes charged with attempted murder outside County Courthouse
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Key Points:
- Dalton Eatherly, 28, known for posting videos with racial slurs and provocative behavior, was involved in a shooting outside the Montgomery County Courts Center on Wednesday afternoon, where he fired shots and reportedly injured himself in the process.
- Eatherly has been charged with attempted murder, employing a firearm during a dangerous felony, aggravated assault, and reckless endangerment with a deadly weapon; he is currently held in Montgomery County Jail.
- The courthouse was locked down during the incident, and several county government buildings were closed the following day due to the ongoing investigation.
- Eatherly has a history of legal issues, including a harassment charge from November 2025 and recent arrests in Nashville for disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and theft; he was also involved in a civil case set for court appearance on the day of the shooting.
- Montgomery County Sheriff John Fuson emphasized that such violence will not be tolerated and praised courthouse deputies for their quick response that likely prevented further escalation.