Illegal immigrant from Nicaragua charged with stabbing his mother 26 times in Wisconsin: DHS

A man accused of brutally stabbing his mother 26 times in Wisconsin is an illegal immigrant from Nicaragua, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said.

Luis Antonio Sevilla Benavidez was charged on Wednesday by the Fond du Lac County District Attorney's Office with attempted first-degree intentional homicide, mayhem, and aggravated battery. Each charge includes a dangerous weapon and a domestic abuse enhancement, court records show.

The charges stem from a March 21 stabbing attack, where Benavidez allegedly carved a knife into his mother at least 26 times in an attempt to kill her. The woman sustained critical injuries. Judge Tricia Walker set his bail at $2 million.

Authorities have not yet released full details about the attack, and the investigation remains ongoing.

District Attorney Eric Toney commended police for stopping the crime in progress, which he said likely saved the mother's life. He proceeded to slam the dangers of unchecked illegal immigration, warning that the quaint lakefront Wisconsin town has seen an increase in illegal migrant crime.

"The rapid response of the Fond du Lac Police Department and Officer Stelter may have saved the woman's life by stopping a crime in progress," said Toney, according to Washington County Insider. "Illegal immigration continues to present serious challenges for law enforcement and communities across Wisconsin, with Fond du Lac County recently prosecuting other illegal migrants for Human Trafficking, Sexual Assault, and Attempted Homicide."

DHS confirmed that Benavidez is not legally present in the US. He will appear in court for a preliminary hearing on April 17. Members of the public can report immigration-related crimes or suspicious activity by calling (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form.