By Gavin Mackintosh-
A burglar who tried to break into an innocent man’s home in Sutton Coldfield has been jailed after officers chased him down over garden fences.
Christopher Arnold (pictured)tried to open the back-door handle of the home on Heathlands Road last month , but came on stuck after cops promptly responded a call from the frightened home owner who luckily saw the thief making his way into his home.
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After nearby officers raced to the scene, they found Arnold in the back garden by hopping over garden fences but officers quickly apprehended the 47-year-old .
Arnold, of College Road, Kingstanding, pleaded guilty to attempted burglary and was sentenced to two years and three months in prison at Birmingham Crown Court on Wednesday (31 May).
Investigating officer Jessica Swasbrook said: “Within a month of trying to break into someone’s home, Arnold is behind bars.
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“He tried to run off when officers arrived, but he was no match for them and was promptly detained.
“The quick response and investigation has ensured he’s lost his freedom.”
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