Beyoncé and Jay-Z East Hampton gate crash: Police say a man drove through the wooden gate at the couple’s East Hampton home Wednesday afternoon, causing what authorities described as “significant front end damage” to the entrance and leaving the vehicle on the driveway where it could go no further.
Police say a driver crashed through the front gate at the couple’s East Hampton home, then was taken into custody. A witness reported the vehicle was driven “at a high rate of speed up the driveway,” and officers later impounded the car as evidence while the investigation continues.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z East Hampton gate crash
According to a police report obtained by Fox News Digital, 63-year-old Keith Jonathan Webster of the Bronx was charged after the crash. Webster faces felony criminal mischief in the second degree and criminal trespass in the third degree, the report said. Police say the damage to the gate was substantial and the vehicle sustained front-end damage.
At arraignment the following day, East Hampton authorities reported that Justice Steven Tekulsky issued a stay-away order of protection preventing Webster from contacting Beyoncé or Jay-Z, according to local reporting. The stay-away order is designed to bar any attempt at contact while criminal proceedings move forward.
Driver identity, hospital check and reported condition
Police identified the driver as Keith Jonathan Webster, 63, who lives in the Bronx. During processing at the police station he disclosed an injury and was transported to Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, according to police records and local coverage.
Local reporting noted Webster appeared “disorientated” during arraignment and was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital’s mental health facility for evaluation. That account is reported by the East Hampton Press and is described in court records and local reporting as observed behavior and a clinical evaluation, not a formal diagnosis.
Detective Sergeant Jennifer Dunn told reporters that Webster did not have a prior criminal record, and that investigators continue to work to determine a motive. Authorities emphasized the motive remains under investigation and that witness statements are preliminary.
Charges, arraignment and court order
The felony criminal mischief charge reflects the extent of damage alleged by police to the property. Criminal trespass in the third degree was also filed; that charge is a misdemeanor under New York law. If convicted, the charges carry penalties that depend on the final determinations reached by prosecutors and the court.
At the arraignment where charges were formally filed, the court entered the stay-away order and the vehicle involved was impounded and held as evidence. Prosecutors will review the evidence — including witness statements, the condition of the gate and vehicle, and any available video — before deciding on further filings or next steps in the case.
Investigation status and what remains unclear
Police say they have impounded the vehicle and are preserving it for examination. Officers continue to collect witness statements and review any surveillance footage that may show how the vehicle entered the property and the events leading up to the crash.
It remains unclear whether Beyoncé and Jay-Z were at the property when the crash occurred. Fox News Digital reported it had reached out to the couple for comment and had not received a response at the time of publication.
Authorities have not publicly identified a motive. Investigators asked anyone with information or footage related to the driveway to contact East Hampton police as they piece together the timeline.
Legal next steps and local process
Webster will remain in the local criminal justice process as prosecutors and defense counsel address bail, discovery and pretrial scheduling. The case will proceed through Suffolk County courts, where prosecutors may seek to add or modify charges depending on what evidence is obtained.
Observers note that cases involving alleged property damage at private residences typically involve physical evidence review, witness testimony and any relevant surveillance. The impounded vehicle, forensic inspection of the crash scene and the gate itself are likely to be central to the prosecution’s case should it move forward.
Background and context
High-profile properties often draw immediate media attention and swift law-enforcement response. Local authorities said Wednesday that their current focus is to establish the timeline, confirm whether any occupants were present, verify witness accounts and determine any other applicable violations beyond the charges already filed.
Frequently asked questions
Were Beyoncé and Jay-Z home during the crash?
It is unclear whether the couple were at the property when the crash occurred. Fox News Digital reported it reached out for comment and had not received a response.
What charges does the driver face?
Police say Keith Jonathan Webster was charged with felony criminal mischief in the second degree and criminal trespass in the third degree. Those charges were reported in the police report and at arraignment.
What is the stay-away order and what does it do?
A stay-away order of protection issued at arraignment bars Webster from attempting to contact Beyoncé or Jay-Z and is intended to prevent contact while the case proceeds through the legal system.
For additional reporting on the incident, see Fox News Digital’s coverage: Fox News – Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s East Hampton home gate damaged after man crashes through. Local reporting on the arraignment and evaluation was provided by the East Hampton Press. For law-enforcement contact and non-emergency tips, readers can consult the East Hampton Police Department website for guidance on submitting information.
The investigation remains active and ongoing; authorities say they will release more information as it becomes available and as the criminal process permits.
Sources: Fox News Digital; East Hampton Press; East Hampton Police Department public notices.
