Quadruple Amputee Cornhole Pro Dayton Webber Charged with Murder in Maryland
A professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee, celebrated for his athletic achievements and advocacy, now faces a first-degree murder charge in rural Maryland. Dayton James Webber, 27, is accused of shooting a man dead during an argument and discarding the victim's body in a front yard, according to authorities.
Arrest and Allegations in Charles County
Police in Charles County, located approximately 40 miles south of Washington, D.C., reported that Webber was arrested following the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Bradrick Michael Wells on Sunday night, March 22. The incident unfolded in La Plata, Maryland, where officers were flagged down by two witnesses near La Plata Road and Radio Station Road.
A preliminary investigation revealed that the witnesses were seated in the back of a car when Webber, the driver, allegedly shot and killed Wells, the front-seat passenger, during a dispute. After the shooting, Webber pulled over and requested assistance from the passengers to remove the victim from the vehicle, but they refused, exited the car, and departed the scene.
Webber then fled with Wells' body still inside the car. Officers later discovered the victim's remains in a yard on Newport Church Road in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. Webber was subsequently traced to a hospital in Virginia, where he was arrested pending extradition back to Charles County.
Webber's Background and Athletic Career
Dayton Webber's life story is one of remarkable resilience. At just 10 months old, he contracted a severe streptococcus infection that necessitated the amputation of all four limbs to prevent its spread. Doctors gave him only a 3% chance of survival, but he defied the odds.
He grew into an accomplished athlete, gaining prominence in the American Cornhole League (ACL) as its first quadruple amputee pro player in 2021. Webber was known for not using prosthetic limbs during play, relying instead on a hoverboard to navigate the court and emphasizing his ability to compete against non-disabled opponents.
"In many ways, surprising people has always been part of my life," Webber wrote in a 2023 article. "People often underestimate me when they see me — no matter the context."
Beyond cornhole, he adapted to daily tasks without prosthetics, citing their lack of sensitivity and control. He occasionally used an all-terrain wheelchair for outdoor activities like fishing and hunting, showcasing his determination to live independently.
Community Reaction and Investigation
The Charles County Sheriff's Office has urged anyone with information about the killing to contact Detective R. Johnson at 301-609-6453 or submit an anonymous tip at 1-866-411-TIPS. All individuals involved in the incident are known to each other, according to police statements.
This case has stunned both the sports community and disability advocacy circles, where Webber was previously hailed as an inspiration. His public writings often highlighted his triumphs over adversity, making the murder allegations particularly shocking.
Authorities have not disclosed further details, including whether Webber was wearing prosthetics at the time of the alleged crime. The investigation remains ongoing as Webber awaits extradition and formal charges in Maryland.
