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Quadamputee cornhole star charged with murder in Maryland
Dayton Webber, a quadruple-amputee pro cornhole player known for inspiring others, was arrested in Southern Maryland and charged with murder after a fatal shooting of his friend during a drive; prosecutors say the incident occurred in Charles County, Maryland, and Webber faces extradition on first- and second-degree murder charges.
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Orlando crypto CEO’s $328M Ponzi scheme alleged to fund lavish life and real estate
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Dallas rapper Zeethewizard dies after New Year's Day shooting
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