Dayton Webber, a 27-year-old quadruple amputee athlete from La Plata, Maryland, faces first-degree murder charges for fatally shooting his friend Bradrick Michael Wells, also 27, on March 22, 2026. The incident unfolded in a car Webber was driving with Wells and two backseat passengers, who fled and flagged down Charles County Sheriff’s deputies. Webber is also charged with assault and firearm offenses.
Ex-Girlfriend’s Claims
Tori Mattingly, Webber’s ex from a four-year relationship starting in 2021, posted on Facebook after his arrest that she wasn’t surprised, citing alleged “abuse” and “control” that left her feeling unsafe. “I saw the side of him that nobody else wanted to believe existed,” she wrote, claiming she knows “what he’s capable of.” She’s now engaged to someone else; no charges stem from her allegations. Wells had briefly dated Mattingly post-breakup.
Reported Motive and Defense
Court documents say Webber and Wells argued over “drugs, guns, and a woman” (possibly Mattingly). Webber’s attorneys argued self-defense in a April 1 court appearance but declined further comment.
Victim’s Background
Wells, a new father to a baby girl, loved motocross and cars. His family is fundraising for a non-profit to combat gun violence, support trauma-affected families, and promote mental health awareness.
Webber remains in custody. Check Charles County Sheriff’s updates or local outlets like ESPN or DC News Now for developments.
