Burglar who threw heavy objects through windows jailed for six years

LOCKED UP: Leslie Leach

A prolific burglar who targeted homes in west Hull has been jailed for six-and-a-half years.

Leslie Leach, 41, of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty at Hull Crown Court to seven burglaries on Hall Road, Chanterlands Avenue, Cottingham Road, Newland Avenue, Clough Road and Ashbury Court.

All the offences took place in August, with Leach often throwing heavy objects through windows to gain entry.

In one case, a resident suffered minor injuries as Leach pushed his way into the address.

Detective Sergeant Andy Bradley said: “I am very pleased to see a lengthy sentence given out to Mr Leach.

“It can be extremely unsettling to learn someone else has been in your home, and even more so to be confronted by the burglar whilst you’re in the house.

“I hope that these victims feel safer now Leach has been locked up.

“Burglary is a serious offence that we dedicate lots of our resource to, as it’s important that everyone in our force area feels safe in their own home.

“If ever you are in a situation where you are being burgled, call 999 and our call handlers will try and get officers out to you as quickly as possible.”

If a burglary has already taken place, victims should call the non-emergency number on 101.