
A professional cornhole player accused of murder has left investigators and the public grappling with unanswered questions about how a quadruple amputee could commit such a crime, highlighting the disturbing reality that violent criminality respects no boundaries.
Story Snapshot
- Dayton James Webber, 27, a quadruple amputee and professional cornhole player, is charged with first- and second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Bradrick Michael Wells in Charles County, Maryland.
- Webber allegedly shot Wells during an argument in his vehicle on March 22, 2026, then dumped the body in a Charlotte Hall yard after backseat passengers refused to help remove it.
- Authorities arrested Webber at a Virginia hospital on March 23, 2026, and he awaits extradition to Maryland to face charges.
- The case raises unresolved questions about the logistics of how Webber operated a vehicle and discharged a firearm, given his physical condition.
Shooting During Vehicle Argument Leaves One Dead
Dayton James Webber was driving near Radio Station Road and Llano Drive in La Plata, Maryland, around 10:25 p.m. on March 22, 2026, when an argument erupted with front-seat passenger Bradrick Michael Wells. Webber allegedly shot Wells during the dispute, then pulled over and asked two backseat passengers to remove the body from the vehicle.
When they refused and fled, flagging down La Plata Police, Webber drove away with Wells’ remains. Around midnight, a Charlotte Hall resident discovered the body dumped in a yard on Newport Church Road. Wells was pronounced dead at the scene by authorities.
Arrest in Virginia Follows Body Discovery
Charles County Sheriff’s Office detectives obtained an arrest warrant for Webber on murder charges and related offenses. On the morning of March 23, 2026, Albemarle County Police in Virginia located Webber at a Charlottesville hospital, where he had sought medical treatment for an undisclosed issue.
After his release from medical care, Virginia authorities arrested him as a fugitive from justice. His vehicle was recovered nearby. Webber remains in Virginia custody awaiting extradition to Maryland, where he will face first- and second-degree murder charges. The Charles County Sheriff’s Office has requested tips from the public through Detective R. Johnson.
A professional cornhole player who's also a quadruple amputee is facing murder charges in Maryland. Dayton James Webber, 27, was behind the wheel of a car when he shot and killed his front-seat passenger, authorities say. https://t.co/dnqhDWAUIb
— NBC4 Washington (@nbcwashington) March 23, 2026
Questions Surround Physical Logistics of Alleged Crime
Webber lost all four limbs as an infant due to a blood infection, yet investigators have not explained how he operated a motor vehicle or fired a weapon. Media outlets covering the case have noted these unanswered logistics, though no official statements address potential adaptive equipment or modifications.
Webber gained recognition as a professional athlete in the American Cornhole League, overcoming his disability to compete in the bean-bag tossing sport.
All four individuals in the vehicle were known to each other, according to authorities, but the nature of their relationships and the specifics of the argument remain undisclosed. This silence leaves critical gaps in understanding how the alleged crime unfolded.
Case Spotlights Rare Criminal Circumstances
The Charles County incident has drawn attention due to the stark contrast between Webber’s inspirational athletic background and the severity of the charges. No prior criminal history for Webber appears in available reports, and the American Cornhole League has issued no public response regarding his status.
Wells’ family in Waldorf and the two witnesses who fled the scene represent the most directly affected parties. The case may set precedents for how courts handle defendants with significant physical disabilities, particularly regarding questions of capability and potential defenses. Charles County Crime Solvers continues to seek information at 1-866-411-TIPS as the investigation progresses toward trial.
Sources:
Quadruple amputee pro cornhole player charged with murder in Md. shooting – WTOP
Who is Dayton Webber? What we know about quadruple amputee athlete accused of murder – WJLA
Deputies: Professional cornhole player, quadruple amputee charged with murder in Maryland – WHEC
Deadly shooting Maryland arrest Virginia Dayton James Webber Charles County La Plata – KATV
Dayton Webber: Amputee cornhole player accused of murder – FOX5DC
La Plata Man Found in Virginia Faces Murder Charges After Passenger Shot, Dumped – TheBayNet
Deadly shooting Maryland arrest Virginia Dayton James Webber Charles County La Plata – KRCRTV













