President Donald Trump has sharply criticized the violent killing of a motel manager of Indian descent hotel manager in Dallas recently.
"Enough of being lenient on these undocumented criminals is ENDED under my watch," he emphasized in a update on his Truth Social platform.
Background of the Shocking Incident
The victim, 50, was reportedly attacked with a machete by his co-worker Yordanis Cobos-Martinez in front of his family after a heated argument over a broken washing machine.
The accused, who is now in jail, has been charged with murder.
Trump’s Response
President Trump promised that Mr Cobos-Martinez "will face justice to the maximum of the law" and is to be "charged with murder in the most severe charge."
He also blamed the current administration, saying that Mr Cobos-Martinez had been previously arrested for multiple offenses, including accused child endangerment, but was "released back into society because Cuba declined to take him back."
Immigration Status of the Suspect
According to federal sources, Mr Cobos-Martinez is an illegal alien with a deportation order of deportation from the US.
He was reportedly in custody at a facility in Dallas but was freed on an monitoring order in January after Cuba "would not accept him due to his record."
Deceased’s Background
The victim, who hailed from the Indian state of South India, worked at the Downtown Suites Motel in Dallas.
He studied at school and college in Bengaluru, India, before relocating to the US in recent years. His child recently graduated high school and is planning to begin college.
Details of the Incident
The attack occurred on September 10. Police responded to a "stabbing call" and determined through preliminary findings that the suspect had cut the victim multiple times with an blade.
ICE has placed a detainer on Mr Cobos-Martinez at the local jail, where he is currently in custody.
Follow-up
Nagamallaiah’s last rites were held on September 13 in Texas, with the presence of family and friends.
A donation drive launched to aid his loved ones has collected more than $321K to date.
