A man’s been jailed for a year after breaking into a Lloyds Bank in Fareham.
Police say 43-year-old Marc Maclellan, who has no fixed address, was caught inside the West Street branch just minutes after the alarm was raised early last Thursday.
The following day he admitted burglary other than dwelling and breaching a criminal behaviour order at Portsmouth Magistrates’ Court where he was jailed for a combined total of a year.
District Commander, Chief Inspector Marcus Kennedy said: “We know that burglaries such as last week’s not only have an impact on businesses and their owners but the wider community as well. Members of the public suffer when access to key services is disrupted by criminal behaviour.
“I hope this sentence sends a clear message that we will not tolerate crimes of this nature and we are committed to ensuring those responsible are brought to justice.”
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police have the following tips to protect the business community in the region:
- Make sure staff are able to use any appropriate security equipment such as panic alarms.
- Make sure CCTV cameras are in good working order, the position provides the best possible coverage and they are serviced annually.
- Remind staff to report any suspicious activity to the manager or the police. Details should also be recorded and include: date, time, description of person.
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