Laptop Bandit Strikes in Arlington
Police Release Surveillance Photos of Suspect

ARLINGTON, VA

Arlington County Crime Solvers is asking for the public’s assistance to identify a suspect who stole items directly from people’s desks during their workday. The subject follows individuals into their office suite, and then proceeds to steal laptops, cell phones and other items that can be easily concealed. If the subject is confronted, he states that he is with the IT Department. He is also known to carry a binder with him. The suspect pictured below is wanted in connection with a burglary that occurred in Arlington on July 1, 2008.

Anyone who recognizes the suspect, or has information about this case, is asked to call Arlington County Crime Solvers at 866-411-TIPS (8477). Crime Solvers offers a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest. Callers to Crime Solvers do not have to give their names and do not need to testify in court.

Members of the media may request copies of the surveillance photos from the Media Relations Office at (703) 228-4311 or (703) 228-4331.