Frederick Man Charged in Connection with December Armed Robbery

Frederick, MD – The Frederick Police Department has announced the arrest of a Frederick man in connection with an armed robbery that occurred in early December. The incident involved a victim who was reportedly lured to a residence under false pretenses and subsequently robbed at gunpoint.

Per a press release from the Frederick Police Department, on December 5, 2025, officers responded to an armed robbery in the 1400 block of Taney Avenue. During the investigation, it was determined that the victim had gone to the residence the previous evening after being asked for a ride by a female acquaintance. Upon arrival at the apartment, the victim was confronted by three males. One of the individuals was armed with a handgun and proceeded to point the firearm at the victim multiple times. During the robbery, the suspect also struck the victim and stole money from his person. Additionally, the suspects forced the victim to transfer funds from his bank account using his cell phone.

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Evidence gathered and information obtained during the subsequent investigation led authorities to identify one of the suspects as Martin Daniel Williams, a 20-year-old resident of Monrovia, Maryland. On January 5, 2026, the Frederick Police Department requested charges, which were approved by a District Court Commissioner, and an arrest warrant was issued for Williams.

On January 7, 2026, detectives executed a search and seizure warrant at the location where the crime took place. Martin Daniel Williams was taken into custody at this address, and evidence connected to the robbery was recovered. Williams has been formally charged with one count of armed robbery, two counts of second-degree assault, and one count of theft, specifically for an amount between $100 and $1,500.

The investigation into this incident is ongoing, and the Frederick Police Department is actively seeking information regarding the identities of the other individuals involved in the robbery. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Detective Nicole Smith by calling or texting at 240-549-4562 or by emailing NESmith@FrederickMDPolice.org. Individuals wishing to provide information anonymously may also contact the Frederick Police Department’s Crime Tip Line at 301-600-TIPS (8477).

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the Frederick Police Department.

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