ICE Moves to Deport Cuban Accused of Dallas Motel Beheading

Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, a Cuban national living in the U.S. illegally, was arrested in Dallas, Texas, for the brutal murder and decapitation of Chandra Mouli Nagamallaiah, an Indian-origin motel manager. The attack, which involved a machete, occurred during a dispute over a broken washing machine and was witnessed by the victim's wife and child. ICE has lodged a detainer for Cobos-Martinez's federal arrest and removal, highlighting his extensive criminal history including child sexual abuse, grand theft auto, and carjacking. Cobos-Martinez had been released from ICE custody under the Biden administration due to Cuba's refusal to accept his return because of his record. Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin condemned the attack as preventable and emphasized ongoing efforts under President Trump’s administration to deport criminal illegal aliens, including relocation to third countries. The incident has intensified concerns about violent crimes involving individuals without legal status in the U.S.