Authorities arrested a juvenile for homicide in the death of Benjamin Martinez, 34, of Springfield.
The State Police Detective Unit assigned to the Berkshire District Attorney’s Office, Adams Police, North Adams Police, and the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office investigated the suspicious death of Martinez in an apartment at 1 East Hoosac St. in Adams.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner preliminarily determined Martinez’s death a homicide by gunshot. Law enforcement’s investigation established the juvenile as the shooter.
State Police in Springfield arrested the juvenile late Friday evening. The juvenile is facing a first degree murder charge. Northern Berkshire District Court will perform the arraignment on Monday.
Authorities responded to the address at approximately 9:08 Thursday evening based on a call from an individual finding Martinez’s body. Adams Ambulance paramedics confirmed Martinez’s death upon arrival.
“I send my deep condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Martinez for their loss,” District Attorney Andrea Harrington said. “I thank the detectives for their meticulous work over the last four days to quickly solve this crime and bring the suspect into custody.”
The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office is not releasing the identity of the juvenile because of the defendant’s age.
