Dayton Webber, a 27-year-old professional cornhole player who is a quadruple amputee, faces charges of first and second-degree murder following a fatal shooting incident. The shooting allegedly occurred on Sunday, March 22, 2026, while Webber was driving. He was arrested on Monday, March 23, 2026, in Charlottesville, Virginia, after being discharged from a hospital.
Webber, known for being the first quadruple amputee to compete professionally in the American Cornhole League (ACL) since 2021, was accused of fatally shooting a man in the front seat of his car during an argument in La Plata, Maryland.
Authorities were alerted to the incident on Sunday. Webber was apprehended by detectives after his hospital release. The Charles County Sheriff's Office is leading the investigation. The State's Attorney's office has declined to comment, and attempts to reach Webber's attorney and the Albemarle County court for statements were unsuccessful by press time.
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A Life Defined by Overcoming Adversity
Webber's journey to prominence in the cornhole world was marked by his remarkable resilience. At just 10 months old, he contracted a severe bacterial infection, Streptococcus pneumoniae, that necessitated the amputation of all four limbs. Despite this life-altering event, which doctors had considered terminal, Webber developed a unique way of navigating his world and became known for his self-sufficiency.
Friends recall his determination to adapt, noting modifications he made to car pedals and his use of prosthetic legs for driving. Before finding his calling in cornhole, Webber was reportedly involved in activities like wrestling and football, demonstrating an early passion for sports. His affinity for cornhole began around the age of eight, and he later found a competitive outlet at the local American Legion. His groundbreaking entry into the ACL in 2021 drew significant attention.
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An ex-teammate expressed shock at the accusations, highlighting Webber's celebrated independence. The details surrounding the fatal altercation and the victim, identified as Bradrick Michael Wells, are still under investigation.
