CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (AP) — A Maryland man known for competing in cornhole tournaments despite being a quadruple amputee has been charged with murder after authorities say he fatally shot another man during an argument inside a vehicle.
Dayton James Webber is facing first- and second-degree murder charges in the killing of Bradrick Michael Wells, 27, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
Investigators said the shooting occurred during a dispute while both men were inside a vehicle in Southern Maryland. Webber was seated in the driver’s position and Wells was in the front passenger seat when the gun was fired, authorities said.
Two additional individuals were reportedly in the backseat at the time of the incident. After the shooting, Webber allegedly asked them to help remove Wells from the vehicle, but they refused and exited, officials said.
Authorities allege Webber then drove away with Wells still inside.
Wells’ body was later discovered in a yard along Newport Church Road in Charlotte Hall. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Webber was later located at a hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he was taken into custody. He is being held as a fugitive and is expected to be extradited to Maryland to face charges.
Officials have not publicly detailed what led to the argument or released additional information about a possible motive.
The case has drawn significant attention due to Webber’s background. He is a quadruple amputee who has gained recognition as a competitive cornhole player.
Authorities have not addressed specific details about how the shooting unfolded inside the vehicle. The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
