Man With Nearly 140 Warrants Charged In Series Of Fairfax County Gym Thefts

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA — A Maryland man with nearly 140 active warrants has been arrested and charged in connection with a series of gym thefts in Fairfax County, according to police.

Robert Brockington, 50, was arrested last week and will be extradited to Fairfax County, where he will face 139 pending criminal warrants and related charges tied to thefts, police said in a news release.

Since December 2024, detectives said Brockington was linked to a series of gym thefts where he broke into lockers, stole personal items and credit cards, and used them at nearby stores before victims realized what happened.

In several cases, police said he used bolt cutters to break into lockers that were secured with locks.

The following are locations police said Brockington targeted in Fairfax County:

• Planet Fitness, 6270 Arlington Blvd., Seven Corners
• Planet Fitness, 6123 Backlick Rd., Springfield
• Planet Fitness, 8430 Old Keene Mill Rd., West Springfield
• Results Fitness, 7770 Richmond Hwy. Suite C, Hybla Valley
• Gold’s Gym - Bradlick Shopping Center, 6940 Braddock Rd., Annandale

Throughout the investigation, police said detectives identified 50 victims from stolen credit cards found in Brockington’s possession.

The case was investigated by the Metropolitan Police Department and the Fairfax County Fugitive Tracking and Apprehension Team.

In total, police said 94 of Brockington's warrants originated from Fairfax County. He remains in custody at the DC Central Detention Facility, where he was held on no bond.

Fairfax County police also offered the following tips to keep belongings safe at local gyms:

• Use strong, high-security locks: Avoid inexpensive or combination locks. This suspect has been known to use bolt cutters to break into lockers. Choose a heavy-duty lock made of hardened steel whenever possible.
• Keep valuables minimal: Bring only what you need to work out. Leave wallets, jewelry, and large amounts of cash at home or secured in your vehicle’s trunk before entering the gym.
• Stay alert in locker areas: Report anyone lingering near lockers, entering without gym attire, or appearing to tamper with locks. Notify gym staff or call police if something seems off.
• Check your accounts frequently: Review your credit and debit card activity for unauthorized charges, especially after visiting a gym or public facility.
• Set up transaction alerts: Many banks offer instant notifications for card use. These can help you catch fraudulent activity quickly.
• Act fast if your belongings are stolen: Contact your bank or card issuer immediately to freeze your accounts, then report the theft to your local police department.

Detectives are asking anyone who may have information about these thefts to call the Criminal Investigation Division at 703-256-8035. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers by phone at 866-411-TIPS or online.

Members of the public can also download the ‘P3 Tips’ App and follow the steps to “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers.” Anonymous tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000. Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.