Gruesome Video Shows Man Getting Beheaded by Motel Staff

On the morning of September 10, 2025, at the Downtown Suites motel in Dallas, Texas, an argument over a broken washing machine devolved into a horrific murder. The suspect, Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, 37, allegedly confronted his manager, Chandra Mouli “Bob” Nagamallaiah, 50, about using a broken machine.

The manager had instructed another employee to translate the message rather than speaking directly to Cobos-Martinez. According to authorities, Cobos-Martinez left the room during the argument, then returned armed with a machete. Surveillance video reportedly shows him attacking Nagamallaiah multiple times.

The victim attempted to flee to the motel’s front office, where his wife and son were present. Despite their efforts to stop the attack, Cobos-Martinez continued, ultimately decapitating Nagamallaiah. Afterward, he allegedly kicked the severed head into the parking lot, picked it up, and disposed of it in a dumpster. Authorities say he was found nearby, covered in blood and still holding the machete.

Charges and Legal Status of the Dallas Motel

Cobos-Martinez has been charged with capital murder for the beheading death of Chandra Nagamallaiah. He is being held without bond at the Dallas County Jail. Given the severity and brutality of the crime, the charge opens the possibility of the death penalty or life imprisonment without parole if he is convicted.

Dallas Victim Details & Aftermath

The victim, Chandra Nagamallaiah, was of Indian-origin, aged 50, and managed the motel. The attack took place in front of his family — his wife and son—who tried to intervene but were pushed away during the attack.

The brutality of the crime, especially the serial witness presence and nature of the violence, has shocked the community. Cobos-Martinez reportedly admitted to the killing during a recorded interview.

Suspect Background

Yordanis Cobos-Martinez is a Cuban national, undocumented, with a prior criminal history. His past includes arrests for aggravated assault, carjacking, and other violent crimes.

He was in ICE custody earlier in 2025 but was released under supervision after Cuba refused his deportation due to his criminal record. Authorities note this history in statements about possible immigration policy implications.

Why This Case Has Gained Intense Attention

• The assault’s graphic and shocking nature, especially the gruesome details witnessed by the family, make it particularly horrifying.
• The involvement of immigration status, prior crimes, and alleged statements around how instructions were communicated (language/translation issue) has stoked public debate.
• It raises questions about workplace safety, conflict escalation, and how early interactions might spiral.

What Is Still Unclear / Under Investigation

• Motive beyond the immediate argument: whether there was any deeper grievance, conflict, or provocation beyond the washing machine/translation issue.
• Mental state of the suspect and whether there were any other external influences.
• Whether all the surveillance footage has been released publicly, and whether there were other witnesses not yet identified

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