Doral Police Arrested Man for Armed Kidnapping
Authorities apprehended a suspect connected to a violent Facebook Marketplace robbery in the city of Doral.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Financial Crime
Doral police have arrested Nunez-Martinez on multiple charges including kidnapping and armed robbery following a botched transaction. The arrest occurred after the victim was abducted at gunpoint by two men in a white BMW.
Why it matters
The case highlights the dangers associated with meeting strangers for online transactions. This incident serves as a reminder for residents to exercise extreme caution when arranging in-person sales through social media platforms.
Nunez-Martinez faces formal charges of kidnapping, armed robbery, grand theft, and tampering with a witness. Detectives took the suspect into custody following a traffic stop on State Road 826.
The players
Nunez-Martinez
He is the primary suspect arrested by Doral Police for his alleged involvement in a kidnapping and robbery case.
Doral Police
This local law enforcement agency conducted the investigation and surveillance operation that led to the arrest of the suspect.
The details
The suspect used Facebook Marketplace to lure the victim into a meeting under the guise of an iPhone sale. The victim escaped the vehicle after throwing $4,000 in cash to the ground and subsequently hid near a business to evade his attackers.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: The victim first contacted Nunez-Martinez to purchase an iPhone.
October 9, 2026: Suspects kidnapped and robbed the victim at gunpoint.
October 11, 2026: Doral Police arrested Nunez-Martinez following a surveillance operation.
Legal Context
This incident follows a documented trend in online marketplace-related crimes that police departments are increasingly monitoring to protect residents from violent interactions. It highlights how local jurisdictions are adapting investigative tactics to trace digital communication trails.
Residents should remain vigilant when meeting strangers for online sales and consider conducting exchanges in well-lit, public spaces or designated police exchange zones. This arrest provides a safety warning to the local community about the potential risks associated with private transactions.
The takeaway
When arranging online transactions, always prioritize personal safety over convenience. Local authorities recommend using public, monitored locations to avoid becoming a target for criminal actors.
Further reading
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