Fairfax County, VA – Detectives from the Major Crimes Bureau arrested Mohammad Asif, 36, of California, in connection with a burglary and are investigating his potential involvement in a robbery that took place the same day in Tysons.
On July 23, at approximately 9:07 a.m., officers responded to a report of robbery at the 8600 block of Westwood Center Drive in Tysons. The victim reported that while walking through a parking garage, a masked suspect armed with a rifle approached her, grabbed her, and stole her phone. The victim managed to escape, and the suspect fled before officers arrived. Despite searching the area, officers were unable to locate the suspect.
Shortly after, at 9:25 a.m., the victim’s boyfriend received an alert from his home security system while at the scene. He observed a suspect breaking into his residence in the 4500 block of Plateau Drive in Fair Oaks. Officers confirmed that the home had been burglarized, and high-value Pokémon cards were stolen. The suspect fled prior to the officers’ arrival.
Through investigation and with help from the Fugitive Tracking and Apprehension Unit, detectives identified Mohammad Asif as the burglary suspect. He was located at a nearby residence and taken into custody.
Asif was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and charged with Burglary, two counts of Grand Larceny, Conspiracy to Commit Robbery, and Conspiracy to Use a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony. He was held without bond.
Detectives believe the burglary and robbery incidents are related and continue to investigate the identity of the robbery suspect. Officials note that this does not appear to be a random act.
Victim specialists from the Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division are assisting those affected to ensure they receive appropriate resources.
Residents are encouraged to register their security cameras with Fairfax County to aid in solving crimes and supporting investigations.
