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Chris Brown facing second lawsuit stemming from backstage fight at Fort Worth concert

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As a long-time security professional with extensive experience in managing events and maintaining order, I cannot help but be deeply troubled by the recent events that transpired during Chris Brown‘s concert at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas. The allegations of violence against fans and a staff member, Frederick Overpeck, are particularly disturbing to me given my background as a former corrections officer and current security supervisor.

Chris Brown, along with some members of his team and Live Nation, are being sued again due to a brawl that occurred backstage following his performance in Fort Worth, Texas on July 19th.

Frederick Overpeck, aged 58, employed as a staff member and in charge of security at the backhouse of Dickies Arena, brought forward a $1-million claim in Harris County District Court this week. His lawyer, Tony Buzbee, stated that Overpeck sustained serious injuries while trying to shield four fans from Chris Brown and his group.

According to Mr. Overpeck’s account, who was present during the incident, Chris Brown is the one who initiated the fight by throwing the first punch. Furthermore, Mr. Overpeck claims that Brown instigated the ensuing chaos. Mr. Overpeck is currently undergoing treatment for an injured neck vertebrae and as a result, he’s unable to work. We anticipate obtaining the video evidence of the altercation soon.

The case against Overpeck stems from a violent attack instigated by a problematic recording artist with a history of violence and legal troubles, according to court records. Buzbee, who has recently represented Rebecca Grossman in her murder trial in Los Angeles, highlighted Brown’s past encounters with the law and the fact that some members of his entourage are known felons and gang members. In response, Buzbee’s client is filing a lawsuit against them for alleged assault, battery, negligence, gross negligence, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

A former corrections officer, now holding the position of security supervisor in a secondary job, recounted an incident involving Brown’s group and some fans as a “violent clash” that ensued “without valid reason.” He stated that Brown and his hired associates mercilessly assaulted four attendees at a VIP greeting session.

On Monday, Larry Parker, Joseph Lewis, Charles Bush, and Damarcus Powell, collectively referred to as the four fans, initiated a $50-million legal action against Brown, his group, and Live Nation. The court subsequently issued a temporary restraining order in their favor.

The plaintiffs, in addition, asked for a short-term prohibition in the lawsuit against Brown, Live Nation, Sinko Ceej, Hood Boss, and Yella Beezy, preventing them from erasing or altering any papers and digital information concerning the July 19 event, as stated in the court records obtained by The Times.

In the recent legal filing, Overpeck claims he witnessed Brown initiating a fight during Brown’s “11:11” performance, and tried to step in to prevent further violence. However, instead of being allowed to intervene, Overpeck was pushed aside forcefully. At the same time, Brown reportedly shouted racist slurs and urged his crew to join him in assaulting four spectators.

“During the incident, Larry Parker, one of those targeted, tried to flee but ended up in a stairwell where he was surrounded by the defendants, Brown included. The group cornered him, leading Parker to fall to the ground in a fetal position. In an attempt to halt the violence, Overpeck intervened and positioned himself between Parker and most of the attackers. However, they continued to kick and stomp on Parker.”

Sadly, instead of stopping the attack, Brown and the other assailants continued to inflict harm on victim Parker. They viciously kicked and stomped him, causing significant damage. Notably, one of Brown’s associates threw his heavy body (weighing over 300 pounds) onto Parker and the plaintiff before eventually being removed.

According to the court records, Overpeck managed to avoid harm himself and saved Parker from a violent assault. The security personnel’s intervention may have spared others from more severe injuries or even death at the hands of Brown. The incident left Overpeck with serious neck injuries that have rendered him unable to work and require extensive medical care for his neck, back, and hip.

Brown and Live Nation’s representatives declined to comment Thursday when contacted by The Times.

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2024-07-26 14:09

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