Pickpocket Reported at Gaithersburg Gym: Police Investigating Incident

Gaithersburg City police responded to a reported pickpocket incident at a fitness center on the 10100 block of Washingtonian Boulevard late Saturday evening.

According to initial reports, officers were called around 9:24 PM after an individual discovered their wallet had been taken while they were inside the gym. Authorities have not officially identified the facility involved, though a major fitness center operates nearby in the same area.

No suspects have been publicly identified, and the investigation is ongoing.

Police are reminding residents to remain cautious with personal belongings while visiting public spaces such as gyms, shopping areas, and recreation centers. Experts recommend keeping wallets and phones secured in locked lockers, avoiding unattended bags, and reporting suspicious activity immediately.

Incidents like these serve as a reminder that even routine locations can present opportunities for theft if valuables are left unsecured. Local authorities continue to encourage awareness and preventive steps to reduce similar cases.

Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact Gaithersburg City police.