A professional cornhole player who became known for competing as a quadruple amputee has been arrested and charged with murder after a fatal shooting in the United States, according to authorities.
Police said 27-year-old Dayton James Webber was taken into custody after a man was found shot to death in Charles County, Maryland. The victim was identified as 27-year-old Bradrick Michael Wells from Waldorf.
Shooting Reported After Argument in Car
According to investigators, the incident happened late Sunday night near La Plata in Charles County.
Witnesses told police they were inside a vehicle when an argument broke out between Webber, who was driving, and Wells, who was sitting in the front passenger seat. Authorities said Webber allegedly shot Wells during the dispute.
Police said the witnesses refused to help remove the victim from the car and left the scene. Officers were later flagged down by people who reported the shooting.
About two hours later, a resident in nearby Charlotte Hall called authorities after finding a body in a yard. Deputies later confirmed the victim was Wells.
Arrest Made in Another State
After obtaining a warrant, investigators located Webber’s car in Charlottesville.
Police said he was found at a hospital in the area, where he had gone for treatment for a medical issue. He was arrested there as a fugitive and is expected to be returned to Maryland, where he faces charges including first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and related offences.
Authorities said the people involved in the incident all knew each other, but no clear motive has been released.
Known for Competing in the American Cornhole League
Webber had gained attention in recent years as a professional player in the American Cornhole League, a sport in which players toss small bags toward a raised board with a hole in it.
He became a quadruple amputee as a baby after suffering a severe bacterial infection that led to sepsis, which required the removal of both legs and parts of his arms.
Despite that, he went on to compete in professional cornhole tournaments and appeared in televised competitions, including events broadcast by ESPN. He also competed in the league’s world championships.
The American Cornhole League said it was aware of the allegations and described the situation as extremely serious, adding that it would not comment further while the legal case is ongoing.
The investigation remains active as authorities prepare for court proceedings.
