Jay-Z’s final concert at Yankee Stadium is delayed by about three hours after large groups of people rush entrances amid an alleged security breach. Multiple outlets report that hundreds of fans without tickets attempt to push into the venue, prompting stadium staff to temporarily close gates and put the stadium on lockdown as crowd control issues unfold. Reports describe chaos outside the stadium as some fans begin storming the gates and thousands of ticketless attendees remain waiting outside for hours before entry is allowed.
The show does not begin until after midnight on Monday morning (July 13), later than the start times of the prior two concerts, which began shortly after 9:00 p.m. ET. Jay-Z addresses the delay publicly, saying he wanted to avoid starting the music in a way that could lead to people getting “trampled” as he sought to ensure safety first.
Coverage also notes the concert’s significance as Jay-Z marks the 25th anniversary of “The Blueprint,” with high-profile guests including Eminem, Pharrell Williams and Slick Rick reported in event coverage. The delay and security response become a focus of public discussion after the incident.
