Eastern District
Robbery (Citizen) - Pasadena (Update)
26-704208
On February 9, 2026, at approximately 3:50 p.m., officers responded for an armed robbery that occurred in the 300 block of Caldwell Road in Pasadena. The investigation revealed the 45-year-old male victim was renovating his home when he was approached by a male suspect who asked to see the inside of the house. The victim led the suspect to the basement, where the suspect brandished a machete and handgun and demanded money. The suspect stole the victim's phone and bank card before punching the victim and fleeing the scene in a black vehicle. Paramedics transported the victim to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Preliminarily, circumstances indicate this to be a targeted incident and not a random act of violence. Eastern District detectives are investigating and ask anyone with information to contact 410-222-3502. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700.
Update:
Eastern District detectives continued to follow-up on leads in the investigation. Through the course of the investigation, a suspect was ultimately developed. On February 12, 2026, detectives located the suspect and took him into custody without incident in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Arrested:
Nelson Alexander Martinez
51-year-old male
Wheaton, Maryland