Rotherham man accused of six burglaries over three weeks

A man has appeared in court over a spate of six burglaries.

The offences are alleged to have occurred in Wath, Swinton and Rawmarsh over the last three weeks.

Billy Metcalfe, aged 32, of Midland Road, Swinton, Rotherham, has been charged with five counts of aggravated burglary and one count of burglary.

He appeared at Rotherham Magistrates’ Court on Monday and his case was adjourned.