Beyoncé’s Unreleased Music Stolen in Atlanta
ATLANTA — Unreleased music by Beyoncé along with footage, show plans and concert set lists were stolen from a car in Atlanta rented by the singer’s choreographer and one of her dancers, according to a police incident report.
The theft of the materials, stored on five thumb drives, happened on July 8, two days before Beyoncé began a four-day residency at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Beyoncé was set to take the stage Monday evening for her last night in the city.
Investigation and Arrest Warrant
The Atlanta Police Department said in a news release Monday it has secured an arrest warrant for a suspect whose identity was withheld.
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Stolen Items and Incident Report
Two MacBook laptops, Apple headphones, as well as luxury clothing and accessories were also reported stolen, according to the incident report.
Beyoncé’s choreographer, Christopher Grant, and dancer Diandre Blue told police they parked their rental car, a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, at a food hall in the city at about 8:09 p.m. The pair returned to the car just after 9 p.m. to discover the trunk window had been damaged and two suitcases had been taken.
Grant told officers that “he was also carrying some personal sensitive information for the musician Beyonce,” the police incident report stated.
Search for the Suspect and Investigation
The report identifies a possible suspect vehicle as a 2025 red Hyundai Elantra. Responding officers were able to identify “light prints” at the scene, and security cameras in the parking lot captured the incident, according to the report.
Officers canvassed an area where the stolen laptop and headphones were tracked by using the devices’ location services, the report stated.
Beyoncé’s Tour and Recent Success
Beyoncé kicked off her highly-anticipated tour in late April, taking her Grammy-winning album, “Cowboy Carter,” to stadiums in the U.S. and Europe. The singer will end her tour with two Las Vegas nights in late July.
Beyoncé’s album “Cowboy Carter” has made history, with the singer winning album of the year at the Grammys. The album has been a huge success, and fans are excited to see her perform live.
Conclusion
The theft of Beyoncé’s unreleased music and personal items is a significant loss for the singer and her team. The investigation is ongoing, and fans are hoping that the stolen items will be recovered and the suspect will be brought to justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was stolen from Beyoncé’s team?
A: Unreleased music, footage, show plans, and concert set lists were stolen, along with two MacBook laptops, Apple headphones, luxury clothing, and accessories.
Q: Where did the theft occur?
A: The theft occurred in Atlanta, at a food hall where Beyoncé’s choreographer and dancer had parked their rental car.
Q: Is there a suspect in the case?
A: Yes, the Atlanta Police Department has secured an arrest warrant for a suspect, but the identity has not been released.
Q: How is the investigation going?
A: The investigation is ongoing, with officers canvassing the area and tracking the stolen devices using location services.
