Amputee’s Dark Turn: Murder Allegations

A quadruple amputee professional cornhole champion from Maryland now faces first-degree murder charges after allegedly shooting a passenger in his own vehicle during an argument, then asking witnesses to help dispose of the body before fleeing across state lines.

Story Snapshot

Dayton James Webber, 27, a quadruple amputee and Maryland cornhole champion, is accused of fatally shooting Bradrick Michael Wells during an argument in La Plata, Maryland on March 22, 2026.
Two back-seat witnesses refused Webber’s request to dispose of Wells’ body and immediately contacted police, leading to the victim’s discovery in Charlotte Hall, Maryland.
Webber fled to Virginia where he was arrested at a Charlottesville hospital and is awaiting extradition on first-degree murder charges.
The American Cornhole League issued a statement expressing condolences while distancing itself from the allegations against the ESPN-profiled athlete.

From Inspirational Athlete to Murder Suspect

Dayton James Webber, a quadruple amputee since infancy and professional cornhole competitor, was arrested Monday, March 23, 2026, on first-degree murder charges in Virginia after allegedly shooting 27-year-old Bradrick Michael Wells during an argument in La Plata, Maryland. Webber, crowned Maryland’s top cornhole player in 2020 and featured by ESPN in 2023 for his inspiring comeback story, reportedly asked two back-seat witnesses to help dispose of Wells’ body after the fatal shooting Sunday evening. The witnesses refused, fled the vehicle, and immediately contacted La Plata Police, triggering a rapid investigation that led to Wells’ body being discovered in a Charlotte Hall yard around 12:30 a.m. Monday.

Witnesses Refuse Cover-Up Attempt

The two unnamed back-seat passengers played a critical role in ensuring swift justice by rejecting Webber’s alleged request to participate in concealing the crime. All four vehicle occupants knew each other, suggesting the fatal confrontation erupted from a personal dispute among acquaintances rather than a random act of violence. Their immediate cooperation with law enforcement provided investigators with essential eyewitness accounts that contradicted any potential self-defense claims. Charles County Sheriff’s Office issued an arrest warrant for Webber within hours of discovering Wells’ body, crediting the witnesses’ decisive action with preventing the suspect from evading capture longer. This case underscores how ordinary citizens upholding the law can make the difference between justice served and justice delayed.

Interstate Flight Ends in Hospital Arrest

Webber fled approximately two hours south to Albemarle County, Virginia, where Charlottesville police located him at a gas station and subsequently at a local hospital on Monday. Authorities have not disclosed the medical issue that brought Webber to the hospital, adding to uncertainties surrounding the case. He was arrested as a fugitive from justice and remains in Virginia custody awaiting extradition to Charles County, Maryland, where he faces charges including first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and related offenses. The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is coordinating with Virginia law enforcement to return Webber to Maryland for prosecution. No attorney has been confirmed for Webber, and he has not issued any public statements regarding the allegations.

Cornhole League Distances Itself From Scandal

The American Cornhole League issued a carefully worded statement acknowledging the severity of the situation while deferring to the judicial process: “This is an extremely serious matter and our thoughts are with all those impacted, including the family and loved ones of Bradrick Michael Wells. We respect the judicial process and will not comment on specific allegations.” The league’s response reflects institutional caution amid a scandal that threatens the reputation of a niche sport gaining mainstream recognition. Webber’s status as a nationally profiled athlete who overcame quadruple amputation from a bacterial infection at 10 months old made him a symbol of resilience within the competitive cornhole community. This tragic turn from inspirational athlete to accused murderer raises questions about athlete vetting and accountability in professional sports organizations, regardless of size or profile.