The man accused of fatally stabbing his brother in rural Mercedes was arraigned on Friday.

Nestor Eduardo Flores, 29, has been charged with murder and issued a $1 million bond.

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Attorney Hector Hernandez Jr. was present with Nestor at his arraignment and pleaded with the judge to settle for a $10,000 bond instead.

Hernandez claimed Nestor comes from a poor background and said after his initial investigation and speaking with law enforcement, the case may lead to a claim of self-defense.

As previously reported, the stabbing occurred in the 3500 block of Mile 13 North. Deputies with the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office were advised that 43-year-old Jose Gabriel Flores had been stabbed by his brother Nestor.

Nestor was arrested on Wednesday at his home.