Former Turnstile guitarist charged with attempted murder of band's father
Former Turnstile guitarist charged with attempted murder of band's father
Former Turnstile guitarist Brady Ebert faces a second-degree attempted murder charge in Maryland after allegedly striking Brendan Yates’ father with his car; a bail hearing is upcoming.
Baltimore — Brady Ebert, a founding member of the Baltimore hardcore band Turnstile, has been arrested in Maryland on a second-degree attempted murder charge after authorities say he struck Brendan Yates’ father with his car, causing significant damage. He was held without bond, with a bail hearing scheduled for April 2 as the case proceeds in the District Court of Montgomery County. A preliminary hearing is planned for May 1 to determine the next steps in the case.
Ebert helped form Turnstile in 2010 with Yates, Daniel Fang, Franz Lyons, and Sean Cullen, and he left the group in August 2022 after a pattern of behavior that the band described as harmful to himself and to the broader community. In the years since, the band noted that his threats had escalated publicly, and they chose to cut ties to protect others while continuing to support his privacy. The charges stem from allegations tied to an attack on Yates’ father, William, in Maryland, which allegedly involved a vehicle strike and significant damage. The band has stated they are maintaining privacy during this time, and that they are cooperating with authorities as the investigation unfolds.
The case highlights ongoing debates within the local music scene about accountability and safety, particularly regarding individuals who leave influential groups but remain in the public eye. As the legal process progresses, officials will determine the strength of the charges and potential next court appearances, while fans and members of the community await further developments about the defendant’s status and the band’s future activities.
