Security Guard Fatally Shot Outside The Warfield
The 47-year-old victim was killed early Saturday following a disturbance at an 18-and-over event.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Violence
A 47-year-old security guard was shot and killed outside The Warfield early Saturday morning after removing a woman from the venue. The incident occurred during an 18-and-over event featuring the cast of Baddies USA Chapter 3.
Why it matters
The shooting follows a separate incident inside the theater where bear mace was released, raising questions about safety and security protocols at large events. Authorities are now investigating whether the venue held the proper permits for this specific gathering.
Ulysses Tykee Davis, a 47-year-old security guard and father of six, died in the shooting. Investigations into the event's permitting status and the identities of those involved remain ongoing.
The players
Ulysses Tykee Davis
The 47-year-old security guard and Bayview-Hunters Point resident who was killed.
The Warfield
The theater where the shooting occurred following an 18-and-over event.
The details
The violence unfolded after a witness saw a woman retrieve a handgun from another woman outside the theater. Police report the victim had just ejected a disruptive woman from the show when he was shot in the back. Investigators are currently reviewing the sequence of events beginning with the deployment of bear mace at 12:45 am inside the theater.
Timeline
Bear mace was sprayed inside the theater at 12:45 am on Saturday.
Ulysses Tykee Davis was fatally shot at 1 am on Saturday.
Across the Bay
The police review of the venue's status follows San Francisco's strict entertainment permitting requirements for large-scale performances. The inquiry into whether these protocols were followed will determine if the city holds the venue accountable for the night's events.
Residents should expect ongoing police presence and potential traffic delays near The Warfield while the investigation continues. Updates regarding the theater's operating status will be shared by city officials as the inquiry proceeds.
The takeaway
The investigation remains active, and residents should monitor public safety notices for updates on the suspect. Keep track of the Department of Police reports regarding the security protocols and permitting findings for this venue.
Further reading
For more on safety in the city, see our Violence coverage.
