Man charged with burglary spree

Tuesday, 12 November 2024 12:45

By Gareth Joy X @lookoutwales2

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A 34 year-old man has been charged following a spate of burglaries in the Penarth and Cardiff areas.

A second man arrested in connection with the break-ins has been released on conditional bail pending further inquiries.

Detectives say a number of vehicles were stolen after thieves broke into homes through unlocked doors and made off with car keys and other valuables.

Properties in the Cardiff Bay and Penarth areas were targeted, as well as in Penylan, Whitchurch, Rhiwbina and Llanedeyrn.

David Lee Thomas from Pentwyn was arrested on Friday and later charged with burglary, attempted burglary and theft of a motor vehicle.

He was remanded in custody by Cardiff magistrates the following day and will appear before a judge at the city's crown court next month.

In an appeal last Friday, South Wales Police urged homeowners in the area to make sure their doors are locked and their car keys are kept hidden and out of sight.

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