In the afternoon hours of October 27, 2024, a shooting incident in Pikesville, Maryland, resulted in the death of 16-year-old Nelson Dariel Pena Martinez. The male victim was discovered with a gunshot wound in the 1700 block of Reisterstown Road at approximately 2:05 p.m. Emergency services transported him to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Law enforcement has characterized the shooting as an isolated incident, believing the individuals involved were known to each other.
The Baltimore County Police Department has identified 16-year-old Brayan Rodriguez as the suspect in the fatal shooting and has issued an arrest warrant for him. Rodriguez is known to frequent the Pikesville area, and authorities have urged the public not to approach him but to call 911 if he is seen.
As the investigation continues, police are actively searching for Rodriguez and have requested public assistance in locating him. A reward of up to $2,000 is being offered by Metro Crime Stoppers for any information that leads to an arrest in the case. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is encouraged to contact Baltimore County Police detectives at 410-307-2020 or to provide anonymous tips to Metro Crime Stoppers.
