etp - I would go ahead and pay him. The odd is in your favor 2.33 to 1. I think the douchebag intentionally texted you to make you feel uncomfortable. If his intention is to stiff you, he would be quiet and let you pay up the $3k then disappears.
If he stiffs you after you pay up, go break his fukking legs or find someone who will.
If he stiffs you after you pay up, go break his fukking legs or find someone who will.