Professional Cornhole Player Faces Charges After Fatal Shooting

Dayton James Webber, 27, a quadruple amputee professional cornhole player, acted in self-defense during a fatal confrontation with 27-year-old Bradrick Michael Wells, according to his attorney. The incident occurred in La Plata, Maryland, where Webber is now facing serious charges including first- and second-degree murder, alongside firearm and assault allegations.

Webber appeared via video in a Charles County District Court for a bail review, but was ordered to remain in custody after it was noted that he fled to Virginia post-incident. He has not yet entered a plea and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on May 6.

Defense attorney Andrew Jezic emphasized that Webber feared for his life during the confrontation, asserting the act was a necessary response to aggression. It is anticipated that proving this self-defense claim will lead to a lengthy trial process.

Witnesses allegingly noted that the argument stemmed from a dispute over a firearm taken by a friend of Wells, which reportedly upset Webber. This escalating argument culminated in the shooting, where Webber is reported to have shot Wells twice in the head. After the incident, Webber attempted to involve two backseat passengers in seeking help for Wells, but they refused and alerted the authorities instead.

Authorities later discovered Wells' body, prompting a search for Webber that led to him being found at a Virginia hospital for medical treatment hours later.

Webber had gained recognition for his achievements in other sports and was featured by ESPN for his inspirational journey. Despite his disability, Webber has excelled in cornhole, demonstrating significant talent in the sport he took up after overcoming various challenges in life.