Ex-Turnstile Guitarist Charged in Hit-and-Run of Band Leader's Father

Brady O'Brien Ebert accused of attempting to run over 78-year-old William Yates, father of Turnstile frontman Brendan Yates

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:06pm

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An extreme close-up of a damaged car side mirror, the harsh flash creating a stark, gritty aesthetic that conceptually represents the violent incident between the former Turnstile bandmates.A damaged car side mirror reflects the harsh reality of the alleged hit-and-run attack, exposing the dark undercurrents within the music community.Silver Spring Today

A former member of the punk band Turnstile has been arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder and first-degree assault for allegedly trying to run over his neighbor, 78-year-old William Yates, the father of Turnstile lead singer Brendan Yates. The incident was captured on a neighbor's security camera, and Ebert is being held without bail pending a preliminary hearing.

Why it matters

The arrest of a former Turnstile band member for a violent attack on the father of the group's frontman has shocked the music community and raised concerns about the escalation of personal disputes spilling over into criminal acts. It also highlights the potential dangers faced by families of high-profile artists.

The details

According to police, on March 29, former Turnstile guitarist Brady O'Brien Ebert, 33, allegedly swerved his vehicle toward William Yates while honking the horn as Yates' daughter and grandchildren were in the driveway. Yates said he threw a rock at Ebert's car in an attempt to get him away from his family, but Ebert then struck Yates, causing serious injuries including a broken leg. Ebert is also accused of returning to the scene and yelling that Yates "deserved it." This was not the first incident, as Ebert had allegedly harassed Yates on previous occasions since leaving Turnstile in 2022.

  • On March 29, 2026, the hit-and-run incident occurred.
  • On March 31, 2026, Ebert was arrested by Montgomery County police.
  • Ebert's preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 1, 2026.

The players

Brady O'Brien Ebert

A 33-year-old former guitarist for the punk band Turnstile, who has been charged with attempted second-degree murder and first-degree assault for allegedly trying to run over his neighbor, William Yates.

William Yates

The 78-year-old father of Turnstile lead singer Brendan Yates, who was seriously injured in the hit-and-run incident allegedly carried out by Ebert.

Brendan Yates

The lead singer of the Grammy-winning punk band Turnstile, whose father was the victim of the alleged hit-and-run attack by former bandmate Ebert.

Erin Gerber

William Yates' daughter, who was present with her three-year-old son when the incident occurred and dragged her son onto the front lawn as the vehicle approached.

Turnstile

The Baltimore-based punk rock band that Ebert was a former member of, known for their critically acclaimed 2025 album "Never Enough" and recent Grammy wins.

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What they’re saying

“We are deeply grateful for our time together and our love for him continues and we wish him nothing but the best moving forward.”

— Turnstile

“He deserved it.”

— Brady O'Brien Ebert

What’s next

Ebert is being held at the Montgomery County detention center without bail, awaiting his preliminary hearing on May 1, 2026.

The takeaway

This violent incident between a former bandmate and the family of Turnstile's lead singer highlights the potential dangers that can arise from personal disputes escalating, especially when high-profile artists and their loved ones are involved. It raises questions about how to address harassment and prevent such acts of violence within music communities.