Police Shut Down Jaylen Brown's Beverly Hills Event

The Boston Celtics star expressed frustration over the permit issues that led to the shutdown of his panel discussion.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Late Saturday night, Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown expressed his frustration on social media after police intervened to shut down an event he was hosting in Beverly Hills. According to video Brown shared, law enforcement officers arrived at the gathering around 7 p.m., declaring the event must end due to permit complications, despite Brown's attempts to obtain approval.

Why it matters

This unexpected police shutdown highlights challenges that can arise even for high-profile events hosted by prominent athletes like Jaylen Brown. The controversy sheds light on the complexities of event permitting in cities like Beverly Hills, where regulations are strictly enforced despite the cultural or community value of the event. For Brown, the situation has stirred public attention during a time when his focus ideally should be on performance and sportsmanship at the NBA All-Star Game.

The details

Brown challenged the officers, saying the owner didn't say they needed a permit and that it was just a panel, not a party. When he pressed for clearer reasons behind the shutdown, the officers offered vague answers. Brown described the event as a panel discussing leadership and culture, emphasizing the effort made by everyone involved.

  • On Saturday night around 7 p.m., police arrived at Jaylen Brown's event in Beverly Hills.
  • Brown proceeded with the event despite not having the required permit, leading to the police shutdown.

The players

Jaylen Brown

A Boston Celtics star who was hosting a panel discussion event in Beverly Hills that was shut down by police.

Anthony Edwards

A Minnesota Timberwolves star and fellow Georgian who playfully teased Brown during NBA All-Star media day, saying he wouldn't allow his sister to date Brown.

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What they’re saying

“The owner didn't say we needed a permit. And it's not a party. We're just doing a panel. What's qualified as an event?”

— Jaylen Brown (Instagram)

“Imma have to go with Jaylen Brown. He from the city, he can't date my sister.”

— Anthony Edwards (NBA All-Star media day)

“Beverly Hills is so trash I'm offended had a great panel about the future of culture with great guest people worked hard for this how dare yall.”

— Jaylen Brown (Twitter)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.