Metal Anarchy

As previously reported, ex-Turnstile guitarist Brady Ebert was recently charged with attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault, and two counts of second-degree assault after running a car into William Yates, the father of the group’s frontman Brendan Yates. He was scheduled to stand trial on October 5. However, according to The Baltimore Banner, he will now have to undergo a competency evaluation to see if he is able to stand trial.

Police previously said Ebert was caught on surveillance footage at William’s home, honking and shouting obscenities. William appears to have tried to wave Ebert off, but he responded by swerving at him. As such, William threw a rock and hit his car.

Ebert then retaliated by striking William in the driveway. William, who suffered trauma to his legs, claims Ebert later returned, saying he “deserved it.” He also confirmed that Ebert has continued to cause issues following his firing from Turnstile.

Ebert was initially accused of second-degree murder, but the charge got upgraded due to the “clearly targeted attack.” As such, he could face life in prison.

Despite this, Ebert apparently told the district court commissioner that there is surveillance footage that contradicts the police’s assessment of the situation. He was quoted as saying: “I’m sorry, but this is pure self-defense. I was straight-up attacked.”

Notably, he has continued to deny the charges, saying “every part of the police report is a lie” and that he “did not commit a crime.” His attorney Mark Sobel has since raised “significant concerns regarding competency” as well. However, Ebert claims he is “perfectly competent” and that his attorney is conspiring with the prosecutors. He also accused a past legal representation of taking a bribe.

A status hearing is scheduled for September 22.