Overview
- Brendan Yates halted the band’s set at The Criterion in Oklahoma City on Monday after he saw a security guard allegedly swing at a fan and then jumped offstage to confront the staffer.
- Multiple fan-shot videos show Yates pulling the guard away from the crowd, telling staff “Get out. You’re done. He’s done,” and refusing to continue until the person left the venue.
- Bassist Franz Lyons also went into the pit, the guard departed, and Turnstile resumed the show with Yates thanking most security and urging fans to take care of one another.
- News outlets have contacted The Criterion but have not confirmed whether the guard worked for the venue or an outside company, and no formal disciplinary outcome or investigation has been reported so far.
- The episode follows a 2025 Richmond incident involving an off-duty deputy and pepper spray and highlights how larger venues, mixed security staffing, and fan-shot video are shaping accountability at high-energy concerts.