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A Maryland man once profiled for competing professionally in cornhole is now accused of killing a friend and leaving the body on the roadside, according to local authorities. The case has drawn attention because of the suspect’s public profile and raises immediate questions about how the alleged crime unfolded and how prosecutors will proceed.
What authorities say happened
Charles County deputies allege that 27-year-old Dayton James Webber shot 27-year-old Bradrick Michael Wells after an argument while the two were in a vehicle. Two passengers in the car reportedly witnessed the shooting, then left and notified police later that night.
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Deputies say the driver pulled over in the La Plata area and attempted to get the other occupants to help remove the victim’s body; they declined and left the scene. A short time later, a resident in Charlotte Hall discovered a body in a yard and emergency crews pronounced the victim dead.
| Time frame | Location | Authorities’ account |
|---|---|---|
| Night of the incident | Vehicle near Radio Station Road & Llano Drive, La Plata | Argument in car; alleged shooting witnessed by backseat passengers |
| ~10:30 p.m. | Passengers flag down officers | Passengers report events to deputies |
| About two hours later | 10000 block of Newport Church Road, Charlotte Hall | Resident finds body; victim later identified as Bradrick Michael Wells |
| Subsequent hours | Charlottesville, Virginia | Webber located at a hospital; his vehicle recovered nearby |
Charges and current status
Webber has been charged with first-degree murder, second-degree murder and related offenses in Charles County. Virginia authorities have held him on a fugitive-from-justice charge while extradition is arranged, and he is being detained in Albemarle County pending transfer back to Maryland.
- Victim: Bradrick Michael Wells, 27
- Accused: Dayton James Webber, 27
- Agencies involved: Charles County Sheriff’s Office; Albemarle County (Va.) authorities
- Next steps: Extradition to Charles County and forthcoming court proceedings
Profile: a familiar face now at the center of a criminal case
Webber, who lost all four limbs as an infant to a severe blood infection, had drawn media attention for adapting to that disability and becoming a professional player in the American Cornhole League. He previously shared his story publicly, describing how he learned basic skills independently and pursued competitive play after starting in backyard games.
The league issued a brief statement acknowledging it was aware of the allegations and expressing condolences to those affected. No further comment on the legal matter was provided by the organization.
The contrast between Webber’s public image as an adaptive athlete and the gravity of the criminal accusations helps explain the wider interest in the case. For local residents and the cornhole community, the matter underscores how quickly a personal tragedy can become a complex criminal investigation.
What to watch next
Prosecutors will decide whether to pursue the most serious charges through indictment, and Maryland and Virginia officials must complete extradition and transfer procedures. Key questions for the coming days include whether additional witnesses will be identified, how the prosecution will present motive and intent, and whether any of the passengers who were in the vehicle will face charges.
Because the accused has a public profile, the case is likely to draw continuing media scrutiny. That makes it important for officials to move carefully and for reporting to rely on official filings and statements rather than speculation.
