Sheffield man jailed after getting caught trying to break-in to properties by doorbell camera
“We should all feel safe in our homes and sadly criminals, like Brown, do not care who they target and are usually looking for an easy opportunity to break into a property”
A man who was trying to break-in to properties along one street has been brought to justice after his face was captured by a doorbell camera.
Police have released advice on how people can protect their homes after Shaquille Brown was sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment for attempting to break into homes and a car Sheffield.
Officers originally received reports of a man trying door handles in the Colley Road area, near to Parson Cross, on June 12.
House-to-house enquiries were quickly held, with doorbell camera footage recovered showing a man trying handles, as well as trying to gain entry into a car.
The evidence helped police bring forward charges, and 31-year-old brown ultimately pleaded guilty to three counts of attempted burglary.
At Sheffield Crown Court on Thursday 24 September, Brown, of no fixed address, was jailed for 18 months.
Now, officers are advising people ensure their doors and windows are properly locked, keys are hidden and they install security systems like a light timer switch, to protect their homes from burglars.
Detective Sergeant Thomas Jordan, of our Neighbourhood Crime Team, said: "We know the lasting impact being burgled can have on people.
“We should all feel safe in our homes and sadly criminals, like Brown, do not care who they target and are usually looking for an easy opportunity to break into a property.
"I would urge you to look what steps you can take to make your home less of a target to burglars. The use of a doorbell camera was essential in us identifying Brown and ensuring he spends time behind bars for his crimes.
“Also consider using a light timer switch if you won't be home before dark, ensuring all you side gates, doors and windows are locked when you leave your home, and fitting a good quality security alarm system."