A prolific burglar is in prison awaiting sentence after he pleaded guilty to a series of break-ins and a string of other offences in Brighton.
Steven Convey, 35, stole jewellery, computers and designer goods worth more than £30,000 and took a car – a Volkswagen Beetle – and tried to take a Nissan Note.
Convey also stole a wallet, bank cards and cash, a television and bedding.
He admitted the offences at Lewes Crown Court on Wednesday (3 September) and Judge Stephen Mooney remanded him in custody.
Sussex Police said: “Between Sunday 20 July and Saturday 2 August, it was reported that residential properties and businesses were targeted.
“Burglaries were said to have occurred in St Nicholas Road, Kensington Street, Queen’s Place, Ditchling Road and King’s Road.
“Following police inquiries, a suspect was identified in connection with the investigation and he was arrested in London on Monday 4 August.
“Steven Convey, 35, of Hythe Road, Dymchurch, Kent, was charged the following day with five counts of burglary and theft, one count of burglary, other than a dwelling, two counts of attempted burglary, theft of a motor vehicle, attempted theft of a motor vehicle and fraud by false representation.
“He appeared at Lewes Crown Court on Wednesday (3 September) and pleaded guilty to all offences.
“He has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing on Thursday 9 October.”
Detective Constable, James Botting said: “Burglary is an incredibly personal and invasive crime that can leave victims feeling vulnerable, violated and unsafe in their own homes, the very place they should feel most secure.
“We will always investigate burglary reports and recognise the significant impact they have on victims.
“In this case, a dedicated team has worked tirelessly to gather evidence and pursue every available line of inquiry”.
Sussex Police added: “If you would like to speak with police in connection with this investigation, you can do this online or by calling 101, quoting reference 323 of 24/07.”
