Wow Dave, Yo? I suggest you calm your friend down. Doesn't want to spend time in prison I assume. Threats are not to be taken lightly, however presented. Might want to explore taking a loss and move on. Worked for me.
Not sure it matters anymore, damage is done. Will get a quick pop in share price but the selling pressure from almost everyone wanting to take a little off will quickly kill any advancement. Plus, it could be another year before he speaks again, and that doesn't work when you're a non SEC filing pinky ticker.
I hope your buddy lights his ass up (not physically, but verbally). This is ridiculous. Brian’s performance has reached the level of dereliction of duty. He has left us hanging out to dry. I still believe there is probably a legitimate reason for his silence, but him ignoring all attempts at communication w/ investors is complete bullshit.