Location: Tedrich Road and Roberts Road neighborhoods, Fairfax, VA
Time: Early morning hours of October 19, 2026
The City of Fairfax Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect believed to be responsible for multiple thefts from vehicles and a vehicle theft in the Tedrich Road and Roberts Road neighborhoods.
According to police, during the early morning hours of October 19, 2026, surveillance video captured an individual entering several unlocked vehicles and stealing items from inside. Investigators believe the same suspect may also be responsible for stealing a vehicle in the area.
Police describe the suspect as a Black male wearing dark clothing, pants with reflective strips, and gloves. He was also carrying a light-colored backpack with reflective strips.
The police department released a public appeal on October 21, seeking information that could help investigators identify the individual.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information about the incidents is encouraged to contact Detective Joe Pittman of the City of Fairfax Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division at 703-385-7907 or by email at Joe.Pittman@fairfaxva.gov.
Information can also be provided through Crime Solvers at 703-591-8477.
The incidents are being investigated under case numbers 2026-16054, 2026-16056, 2026-16057, and 2026-16058.
Police have not announced an arrest in connection with these incidents.
