A 25-year-old Dominican national, Eric Dionida German-Pena, is facing murder charges in Lynn, Massachusetts, following the death of Ilias "Louie" Mavros, the owner of Crazy Buzzy's Roast Beef and Seafood. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed that German-Pena had been apprehended near the U.S.-Mexico border in Texas in September 2022 and subsequently released into the country. He is now accused of killing Mavros during an apparent home invasion and robbery.
Acting Field Director of ICE's Boston Enforcement and Removal Operations, Patricia Hyde, stated that ICE is committed to taking German-Pena into custody after he faces the Massachusetts legal system. Hyde emphasized the agency's dedication to public safety and removing dangerous individuals from the community. German-Pena is currently being held without bail.
Mavros, a well-loved figure in the Lynn community, was found deceased in his basement with severe head trauma. He was a lifelong resident of the city and had a reputation for his kindness, particularly for caring for his ailing mother until her passing the previous year. His family, friends, and community members are mourning his loss. Crazy Buzzy's, the sandwich shop he owned, plans to remain open in his honor.
This tragic incident occurs amidst a renewed focus on apprehending individuals with criminal records who are in the country illegally. The timing of the arrest and the suspect's prior encounter with border authorities has sparked discussion about immigration enforcement practices.
