In a disturbing incident that unfolded just after midnight on Saturday, three men were taken into custody for assaulting and stabbing another man with his own knife outside a restaurant in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood.
The altercation took place in front of Café Honduras Maya after the victim implored one of the suspects to refrain from urinating publicly.
The individuals apprehended have been identified as Jose Luis Martinez, 41; Deyton Odel Rojas, 32; and Helder Jose Rojas, 30, as per the arrest report from Miami Police Department, highlighted by Local 10.
All three face charges related to second-degree attempted murder.
The Origins of the Attack
The altercation began when the victim and a friend, having just left the restaurant at 2980 NW Seventh St., noticed the suspects urinating in an alley by the parking lot.
According to an arrest report referenced by Univision, the victim requested Martinez to stop, triggering an argument that quickly escalated into violence.
Attempting to defuse the situation, the victim's friend warned the group that he was armed but not looking for trouble, subsequently securing his weapon in the car. Upon re-emerging, the suspects were already assaulting the victim.
Victim Stabbed with His Own Knife
Witnesses reported seeing the suspects attack the man, overpowering him. The victim, who had drawn a knife in self-defense, had it forcefully taken away and used against him, suffering "multiple" stab wounds to the head and hands, while being kicked by the others, as documented by Local 10.
The victim's friend was also attacked when he tried to intervene.
Following the assault, the assailants attempted to flee in a white truck. Martinez was apprehended at the scene, and the other two were identified later on.
The injured man was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital, though his condition remains undisclosed.
Video Evidence Supports Victim's Account
Authorities indicated that cellphone footage, provided by the victim, corroborated his account of the attack's events.
During questioning, the suspects conceded to hitting the victim but denied both taking the knife and stabbing him with it, as stated by officials.
Deyton Rojas faces a specific charge of second-degree attempted murder with a deadly weapon, according to the arrest report mentioned by WSVN.
ICE Holds and Immigration Status
All three appeared before a judge on Monday for a bond hearing.
Helder Rojas remains detained without bail; Deyton Rojas' bond is set at $15,000, and Martinez's at $10,500. However, they continue to be held due to immigration detainers issued by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Deyton and Helder Rojas are Nicaraguan nationals, while Martinez is a Mexican citizen.
This incident occurs amid a heightened crackdown on immigration in Miami. Just days prior, ICE conducted raids in Little Havana, detaining at least two Nicaraguans, as seen in videos circulating on social media.
Miami's ICE office has led the nation's immigration operations, averaging 120 arrests daily as of April 2026, with over 41,000 detentions since January 2025.
Little Havana, a historic Miami neighborhood that began as a Cuban exile enclave in the 1960s and now hosts a diverse Latin American community, has witnessed various violent incidents in recent years.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Little Havana Incident
What led to the violent confrontation in Little Havana?
The violence erupted after the victim asked one of the suspects to stop urinating in public, which led to an argument that escalated quickly.
What charges are the suspects facing?
All three suspects are charged with second-degree attempted murder, with Deyton Rojas specifically facing charges involving a deadly weapon.
How did the police corroborate the victim's story?
The police confirmed the victim's account through cellphone video footage provided by the victim himself.