Detective Arrested in Dominican Republic for Defamation

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic – Angel Martinez, a presumed detective, was arrested on Monday, May 26, 2025, upon arrival in Puerto Plata aboard a cruise ship. The arrest stems from a 2021 warrant issued by a court in Ciudad Nueva for his failure to appear in court. Martinez is accused of defamation and injury by Sergio Moya, a deputy of the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM). Martinez's lawyer stated, "Angel Martinez has never been properly summoned. Summons were sent to addresses he hasn't lived at for 30 years." Martinez is scheduled to appear before a judge in the Second Chamber of the Criminal Court of the First Instance Court of the National District on Tuesday morning. The case highlights the importance of accurate and updated information dissemination in legal proceedings. The swift arrest and upcoming court appearance underscore the seriousness of the charges against Martinez.