Jelly Roll Concert Security Guard Quits Over Wheelchair Fan Dispute

At a Jelly Roll concert in Minot, North Dakota, security guard Tony Demaree quit on the spot after he was reprimanded by his boss for moving a fan in a motorized wheelchair closer to the stage to improve his view. Demaree said he was initially told by a coworker that fans no longer needed to be kept behind the barricades, so he helped the fan while ensuring space for first responders. However, his supervisor insisted that the barrier was required by the artist and that no one was allowed in that area, declaring Demaree incompetent. State fair management noted that accessible seating was reserved in the grandstand and expressed uncertainty as to why the fan was not directed there. Demaree defended his actions, stating he was not briefed on the reserved seating and was simply trying to do the right thing. The incident gained widespread attention on TikTok, with Jelly Roll’s wife publicly thanking Demaree for his gesture.