LA PLATA, Md. (AP) — A professional cornhole player who is a quadruple amputee is facing serious legal trouble after a fatal shooting incident on March 22. Dayton James Webber, 27, is charged with first- and second-degree murder following the death of Bradrick Michael Wells, 27, during a heated argument inside a vehicle.
During a recent videoconference bail review in Charles County District Court, Judge Patrick Devine noted that Webber had fled Maryland after the shooting but was later extradited from Virginia. His defense attorney, Andrew Jezic, is arguing that Webber acted in self-defense, claiming his client felt threatened during the confrontation.
Jezic described Webber as terrified, asserting that if he had not acted immediately in defense of his life, he could have been killed. The defense expects the trial to be lengthy, citing the complexity of the case.
According to police documents, the altercation was sparked over a gun allegedly stolen by a friend of Wells from Webber. Witnesses indicated that the argument escalated, leading to Webber allegedly shooting Wells twice in the head.
Webber remains in custody without bail and has not yet entered a plea. As the case unfolds, the prosecution is arguing for his continued detention, emphasizing that he owns firearms and fled the scene of the crime. After the shooting, he reportedly attempted to get help for Wells but fled the scene when the passengers in his vehicle refused to assist.
Days later, Wells' body was discovered in a yard, prompting law enforcement to locate Webber’s vehicle, eventually tracking him down at a hospital where he was receiving treatment for an undisclosed medical condition.
In addition to his athletic accomplishments, Webber was previously featured in various media outlets, highlighting his inspiring journey of overcoming his physical challenges to become a professional cornhole player.
