Reaction from the field
In a tragic turn of events, Dayton James Webber, a 27-year-old quadriplegic, shot and killed Bradrick Michael Wells, also 27, during an argument in La Plata, Maryland, on March 22, 2026, at approximately 10:25 p.m. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising urgent questions about the circumstances leading to the shooting.
Webber, a professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee, reportedly engaged in a heated dispute with Wells before the shooting occurred. Witnesses flagged down police officers shortly after the incident, indicating the urgency and severity of the situation. Despite Webber’s request for assistance in pulling Wells from the vehicle post-shooting, bystanders refused to help and left the scene, compounding the tragedy.
Authorities later discovered Wells dead in a yard in Charlotte Hall, Maryland, nearly two hours after the shooting. Webber was arrested in Charlottesville, Virginia, after seeking medical treatment at a hospital. He now faces serious charges, including first-degree murder and second-degree murder, as the investigation unfolds.
Webber’s life has been marked by adversity; he lost both arms and legs due to a streptococcus pneumonia blood infection when he was just 10 months old. Since then, he has become a notable figure in the American Cornhole League, although he has not participated actively since late 2024. His shooting skills have been documented in videos on his YouTube page, showcasing his determination to overcome physical limitations.
As the community grapples with the implications of this incident, Diane Richardson, a local spokesperson, noted, “I know it escalated rather quickly, but we don’t know what the argument was about, and that’s something, hopefully, we learn.” This uncertainty adds to the complexity of the case, leaving many questions unanswered.
Christopher Nevitt, a friend of Webber, expressed disbelief over the incident, stating, “To go from that type of stuff with what he’s been dealt in life to this is very much a shock.” The juxtaposition of Webber’s struggles against his actions has left many in the community reeling.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact nature of the argument that led to the shooting. As investigations continue, the focus will be on understanding the motivations behind this tragic event and the broader implications for individuals with disabilities.
