SAN ANTONIO, Texas (Diya TV) — A 24-year-old Indian national faces serious charges after authorities say he attacked a mother and her young daughter at a public park in San Antonio, leaving the child injured. Police arrested Atharva Vyas on April 18 following the incident. Federal immigration officials have since placed a detainer on him, requesting custody after local legal proceedings conclude.
According to authorities, the incident involved Gabriella Perez and her 3-year-old daughter. Investigators say Vyas approached Perez at the park and assaulted her. During the altercation, he allegedly grabbed her by the hair. Officials say the child fell from her mother’s arms during the struggle. Investigators allege that Vyas then attacked the toddler. Police reports state that the child suffered facial injuries and bite marks. Authorities also said the girl lost two teeth during the incident. Emergency responders treated the child for her injuries. Officials have not released further details about her current condition.
San Antonio police arrested Vyas on the same day as the alleged attack. He remains in custody as the case moves through the legal system. Authorities have not yet announced the full list of charges. However, officials described the case as involving serious violent offenses. The allegations have not been tested in court. Vyas has the right to legal representation and a fair trial…