Brady Ebert faces life in prison after upgraded attempted murder charge in Maryland

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• 🔥 Quick Facts
• From Grammy Winner to Criminal Indictment
• The March 29 Incident in Silver Spring
• Years of Conflict Before the Assault
• What Happens Next in the Legal Process?
  • Sources

Brady Ebert, co-founder of Grammy-winning band Turnstile, now faces life in prison after dramatic charge upgrade. Montgomery County grand jury indicted the 33-year-old guitarist on attempted first-degree murder May 1, 2026. The case has shocked music industry, turning a band dispute into a tragedy.

From Grammy Winner to Criminal Indictment

Brady Ebert co-founded Turnstile in 2010 and played guitar on the band’s first three albums. The band achieved mainstream breakthrough with “Glow On” in 2021, earning widespread critical acclaim. Earlier this year, Turnstile won two Grammy Awards, cementing their status as a major force in rock music.

However, Ebert’s relationship with the band deteriorated dramatically. Band members cut ties in 2022, citing a “consistent pattern of harmful behavior.” They later revealed he had made threats of violence against the group and community. Despite separation, tensions with the Yates family continued escalating over the following years until the March 29 incident.

The March 29 Incident in Silver Spring

According to Montgomery County Police and neighbor surveillance footage, Brady Ebert drove his 2001 Buick LeSabre down Timberlake Drive while honking the horn aggressively. The 33-year-old swerved toward William Yates, the elderly father of Turnstile’s frontman, who backed away to avoid impact.

Police say William Yates threw a rock at the vehicle as a warning to his daughter Erin Gerber and her 3-year-old son inside the front yard. Ebert then backed up, accelerated forward, made a sharp left turn into the driveway, and struck William Yates with the sedan. According to Assistant State’s Attorney Dominic Plantamura, the impact was so severe bone protruded from Yates’ leg. William Yates suffered critical trauma to his lower extremities requiring hospitalization.

Legal Detail	Information
Original Charge	Attempted second-degree murder (max 30 years)
Upgraded Charge	Attempted first-degree murder (life sentence)
Additional Charges	First-degree assault, two counts second-degree assault
Custody Status	Held without bail since March 31, 2026

“This is pure self-defense,” Brady Ebert told a district court commissioner. “They’re the attackers.”

— Brady Ebert, Defendant

Years of Conflict Before the Assault

Turnstile members had documented their concerns about Ebert’s behavior for years before cut ties. The band stated he engaged in threats, harassment, and public tirades following his 2022 departure. William Yates told investigators that Ebert had been harassing the family continuously since the band separated from him.

Band members released an official statement explaining: “After exhausting every available resource to support his access to help and recovery, a boundary ultimately had to be set.” They noted that Ebert began threatening violence when healthy communication became impossible. Despite their attempts to protect his privacy, they said his baseless tirades continued publicly and threats escalated further in recent months leading to the March 29 incident.

What Happens Next in the Legal Process?

Brady Ebert remains incarcerated at Montgomery County Correctional Facility without bail. He is scheduled to appear in court on May 8, 2026 for a scheduling conference. The case number is D-06-CR-26-000773 in Maryland’s District Court for Montgomery County.

If convicted of attempted first-degree murder, Ebert faces a potential life sentence in prison. His attorney, Andy Alpert, has not yet responded to requests for comment. William Yates has shown resilience, introducing Turnstile via video message at their recent Coachella set, demonstrating family support for the band despite the trauma.

Sources

• The Baltimore Banner – Comprehensive crime reporting on Brady Ebert indictment and March 29 incident details
• Rolling Stone – Entertainment industry coverage of charge upgrade and Turnstile band statement
• Montgomery County Police – Official incident reports and surveillance evidence documentation