Quadruple Amputee Cornhole Champ Charged in Deadly Shooting

Attorney claims self-defense in fatal incident with friend

Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:43am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a single bullet casing on a dark background, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually representing the physical evidence at the center of a controversial shooting case.A single bullet casing, the only physical evidence left behind from a deadly shooting that has raised questions about self-defense and disability rights.Charlotte Hall Today

Dayton James Webber, a 27-year-old quadruple amputee and professional cornhole player, has been charged with murder in the shooting death of his friend Bradrick Michael Wells. Webber's attorney claims he acted in self-defense during an argument in Webber's vehicle on March 22 in La Plata, Maryland. Two witnesses in the backseat reported the shooting, and Webber allegedly asked them to help dispose of the body, which was later found in a nearby yard.

Why it matters

The case raises questions about the use of lethal force and self-defense claims, especially involving individuals with disabilities. Webber's status as a prominent athlete also adds a unique angle to the story.

The details

According to authorities, Webber and Wells, both 27 years old, were in Webber's vehicle when an argument broke out. Two other people in the backseat witnessed Webber fatally shoot Wells. Webber allegedly then asked the witnesses to help dispose of the body, but they refused and reported the incident to police. Wells' body was found nearly two hours later in a yard in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. Webber was later located at a hospital in Virginia and taken into custody, charged with first- and second-degree murder, as well as assault and firearm charges.

  • The shooting occurred on March 22, 2026 in La Plata, Maryland.
  • The victim's body was found nearly two hours later in Charlotte Hall, Maryland.
  • Webber was located at a hospital in Virginia and taken into custody.

The players

Dayton James Webber

A 27-year-old quadruple amputee and professional cornhole player who has been charged with murder in the shooting death of his friend.

Bradrick Michael Wells

The 27-year-old victim who was fatally shot by Webber during an argument in Webber's vehicle.

Charles County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What they’re saying

“He was 100% justified in defending his life from an immediate lethal threat. Dayton was terrified of being killed. Dayton knew that he had to shoot or be killed.”

— Andrew Jezic, Defense attorney

“According to the witnesses, a friend of Wells' allegedly stole a weapon from Webber, and Webber was upset the two were still friends and shot Wells in anger.”

— Karen Piper Mitchell, Deputy State's Attorney

What’s next

A preliminary hearing for Dayton James Webber has been scheduled for May 6, 2026.

The takeaway

This case highlights the complex issues surrounding self-defense claims, especially when involving individuals with disabilities. It also raises questions about the role of witnesses and the handling of evidence in high-profile criminal cases.