Chandra Nagamallaiah, an Indian national, was tragically murdered in front of his wife and son at his workplace in Dallas, Texas.
He was attacked with a machete, beheaded, kicked, and his head thrown in a bin, according to a video of the terrifying event.
A Cuban national named Yordanis Cobos-Martinez was taken into custody as a suspect. After that, a techie created a GoFundMe page to raise funds for the Nagamallaiah family. In just 48 hours, it has now raised over $220,000.
“I am more than happy to help promote or create a fundraiser for the family of Chandra Nagamalliah. If anyone has contact information, please DM me. Let’s all come together to support his family during this unimaginably painful time,” a techie known as Sidharth on X tweeted.
In a follow-up tweet, he added, “I request everyone to please do whatever you can to support Chandra’s family,” and concluded the post with a GoFundMe link.
About the GoFundMe fundraiser
The fundraiser is organised by Tanmay Patel. The page read, “Yesterday, our dear friend Chandra Mouli “Bob” Nagamallaiah tragically lost his life in a horrific act of violence at Downtown Suites in Dallas. Known as Bob to his friends and family, he was a loving husband, devoted father, and kind soul who touched the lives of everyone who knew him.
He leaves behind his wife, Nisha, and his 18-year-old son, Gaurav, who just graduated high school and is preparing to begin college this fall. Gaurav dreams of studying hospitality management, inspired by his father’s hard work and generosity.”
Who was Chandramouli Nagamalliah?
Chandramouli “Bob” Nagamalliah, a motel manager of Indian origin from Karnataka, tragically lost his life in a violent attack at his workplace. He was called “Bob” by friends and family, he was remembered as a kind-hearted, hard-working man, a devoted husband and a loving father.
Authorities later confirmed the arrest of 37-year-old Yordanis Cobos Martinez in connection with the incident. Martinez, a Cuban national, has been charged with capital murder. Jail records indicate that he is being held with an immigration detainer, as he was reportedly residing in the United States without proper legal authorisation.