Maryland Serial Gym Thief Arrested in DC Facing Nearly 140 Warrants

Robert Brockington, a 50-year-old Maryland resident, was arrested in Washington, D.C. for nearly 140 charges related to thefts at gyms across Fairfax County, Virginia. Since December 2024, Brockington is accused of breaking into gym lockers and stealing cash, credit cards, and even cars, often using bolt cutters to access secured lockers. Police from Fairfax County and D.C. coordinated to capture Brockington, who remains held without bond pending extradition to Fairfax County to face charges. His criminal activities included thefts at multiple Planet Fitness locations and Gold's Gym in Annandale, with authorities identifying over 50 additional victims from stolen credit cards found in his possession. Despite previous arrests earlier in 2025 for similar crimes, Brockington was released and continued his theft spree, highlighting concerns about his prior release and law enforcement responses. Authorities recommend gym patrons use high-security locks, minimize valuables brought to gyms, and stay vigilant to protect themselves from similar crimes.