Chattanooga Businessman Faces Arrest After Threatening Calls

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Rick Davis, a Chattanooga businessman, has been arrested after making threatening phone calls to individuals involved in a legal matter. The alarming incidents prompted attorney Buddy Presley Jr. and his brother to pursue harassment charges against Davis, which are linked to ongoing legal disputes over a pawn shop. With evidence mounting, the community awaits the outcome of this troubling situation.

Chattanooga Businessman in Hot Water After Threatening Calls

Chattanooga is buzzing with news of a local businessman, Rick Davis, who has found himself in serious trouble after several threatening phone calls allegedly made to individuals involved in a legal matter. This shocking event unfolded on April 9, 2025, when Buddy Presley Jr. reported receiving a menacing call from a number he recognized as belonging to Davis.

A Tale of Threats and Tension

In what was described as an alarming call, Davis reportedly told Presley that he was going to kill him. Following this intimidating interaction, Presley, feeling concerned for his safety, attempted to reach out to Davis to clarify the situation. He soon received another call from the same number, during which an agitated Davis could be heard cursing, but this time he refrained from making any explicit threats.

Fortunately, Presley had the foresight to record the second call, providing crucial evidence that confirmed the voice on the line matched that of Davis from previous conversations. This bold move added to the mounting pile of evidence against the businessman.

But that wasn’t the end of the story. Later that same day, attorney Matthew Presley, who works alongside his brother Buddy at the Presley Law Firm, received a similar threatening call from Davis. He reported an identical experience, with Davis allegedly issuing yet another threat against his life.

Behind the Legal Dispute

The Presleys believe these threats are intertwined with their legal involvement in a case that involves the closing of Rick Davis Pawn Shop. The situation escalated considerably after Buddy Presley represented Louisa Hurst, who is owed money by Davis based on a judgment from over a decade ago. Following an FBI raid on Davis’s storefront on April 2, Buddy filed for a temporary restraining order and injunctive relief in the ongoing legal battle.

This restraining order prohibits Davis from possessing, moving, or selling any collateral related to Hurst’s case, which has created further tension. Davis had previously attempted to settle his debt to Hurst—an impressive sum of over $37,000—but a court ruling struck down his motion, adding fuel to the fire.

The Arrest and the Legal Aftermath

In light of these recent threats, authorities confirmed that Rick Davis was arrested on Thursday, facing two counts of harassment linked to the tense phone calls. The police have indicated that warrants are pending in connection with this ongoing and troubling investigation.

This latest incident is just one chapter in an ongoing saga of legal troubles for Davis, who has been previously indicted on seven counts of theft and has faced several arrests for passing worthless checks. It’s clear that this case is not just about a couple of phone calls—it represents a complex web of *legal disputes, financial issues*, and now, intimidation.

Pressing Charges

As a final note, both Buddy and Matthew Presley are determined to pursue harassment charges against Davis following these unsettling experiences. This commitment reflects their insistence on standing up against what they view as unacceptable behavior in the face of the ongoing legal battle.

As the investigation continues in Chattanooga, the community watches closely to see how this dramatic situation unfolds. Will Rick Davis face the consequences of his actions? How will the Presley brothers continue to navigate this turbulent legal territory? Stay tuned, as this story is far from over.

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• WDEF News
• Times Free Press
• Local 3 News
• Wikipedia: Rick Davis
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Harassment