Prolific Burglar Sentenced to 32 Months

On 5 January 2026, a prolific offender was sentenced at Crown Court to a 32-month custodial term following a series of burglaries committed in October 2025. The offences involved the theft of property valued at over £7,500 from multiple victims.

The burglaries took place between 20 and 28 October, targeting five separate businesses within the City Centre. The offender was located and arrested in mid-November, after which the Crown Prosecution Service authorised five charges of burglary. He was remanded in custody until his sentencing on 5 January.

City Centre Neighbourhood officers remain committed to protecting local businesses and the wider community from similar offenders. Through proactive patrols, engagement with business owners, and targeted operations, officers work tirelessly to prevent crime and bring offenders to justice.