Martinez strangled the victim and struck her with a closed fist in the head and face. Martinez then fled the scene.
The victim went to the Freeport Police Department and reported the assault. She had bruises and abrasions on the front and back of her neck, but declined medical treatment.
Nassau County police First Squad Det. Michelle Clifford arrested Martinez at his home, charging him with first-degree burglary and assault. He faces arraignment in First District Court, Hempstead, later today.
