Dallas police reported a horrifying incident in which a 50-year old Indian origin man, Chandramouli Nagamallaih, lost his life after being attacked with a machete at a local US motel on September 10. The attacker allegedly beheaded him during an argument, in front of his wife and son.

The incident took place in front of both motel employees and residents. The Dallas Police Department stated that officers and paramedics were dispatched to the Downtown Suites, located on Samuell Boulevard east of downtown. They received reports of a violent attack around 9:30 am. Responders found Nagamallaiah with fatal injuries after being attacked multiple times with an edged weapon. He was declared dead at the crime scene. Video footage by the CBS News Texas Chopper showed the aftermath scene outside one of the ground-floor rooms, where a body was lying near a trail of blood. The area has been sealed off by the crime scene tape surrounding the motel.

Who was Chandramouli Nagamallaih?

Chandramouli ”Bob’’ Nagamalliah, was an Indian origin motel manager originally from Karnataka, whose life was cut short in the brutal attack at his workplace. He was known famously as ‘’Bob’’ among his friends and family. He was remembered as a gentle and hardworking man, a caring father, and a devoted husband.

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What led to the altercation?

A witness told a CBS reporter that both the victim and the suspect were employed at the motel. As per the Dallas police, the incident started from an argument between Nagamalliah and his co-worker, Martinez, over a broken washing machine at the Downtown Suites motel. Investigators mentioned that tensions escalated when Nagamallaih asked another person to help translate his instructions rather than speaking directly to Martinez. This reportedly angered the suspect, who then left to fetch a machete.

CCTV video showed Martinez returning with the weapon and attacking Nagamallaih. The victim tried to run toward the motel office, where his wife and 18-year-old son were present, but the suspect followed him and carried out the gruesome attack despite their desperate attempt to interfere.

Indian Consulate in Houston’s reaction to the incident

The Consulate General of India in Houston expressed deep condolences on the tragic death of Chandra Nagamallaiah. In an official statement, the mission is in close contact with the victim’s family and is providing all possible support. Officials also assured that they are closely monitoring the case and are in coordination with Indian authorities.

The brutality of the crime has drawn shock from the local community as details are emerging of the assault. Police have yet to reveal the reason that led to the dispute, but the nature of the attack has left residents in deep shock.

The Dallas Police Department stated that the case is under investigation and Martinez is being held at the Dallas County Jail.