Fitness and Felony: Uxbridge's Hunt for Exercise Prone Burgler

Krissy Vann | Host, All Things Fitness and Wellness

In a string of events that reads more like a quirky movie plot than typical suburban crime, the Uxbridge Police Department in Massachusetts is on the lookout for a burglar with an unusual modus operandi. Over the past week, three residential break-ins have occurred, not under the cover of darkness, but in broad daylight, in peaceful "over-55 developments" across Uxbridge. What sets these incidents apart is not just the timing but the curious behavior of the suspect: a series of midday exercises and stretches witnessed in the vicinity of the crimes.

According to the Uxbridge Police Department, all three incidents took place when the homes were unoccupied, with the break-ins occurring last Thursday and the preceding Monday. The suspect has been described by witnesses as a medium-tall, dark-skinned male, with a slim build, dressed in dark athletic clothing. This individual was seen "exercising" in the areas targeted during the times of the break-ins, an activity that included "stretches," as if limbering up before a run.

Melanie Blodgett-O'Toole, spokesperson for the Uxbridge Police Department, elaborated on the sightings, indicating that witnesses observed a person they didn’t recognize starting to do “stretches,” seemingly preparing for some physical activity.

The Police Department has issued a reminder to residents about the importance of security, urging them to keep their security systems maintained and activated. "If something feels suspicious, it probably is," the department has advised, encouraging the community to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Furthermore, they have called on anyone with information or video surveillance footage that could aid in capturing the Fitness Bandit to contact Detective K. Tripp at (508) 278-7755.

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