The Voice of Spalding and South Holland
A 43-year-old man has been jailed for a year after burgling a Pinchbeck business.
Shane Boyton, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to burglary with intent at Carpets 2 U in Creswell Close on January 29.
A laptop was taken from the business along with keys to a van. The van, which contained a satnav and tools, was also stolen.
A spokesman for Lincolnshire Police, said: “Our officers carried out intelligence searches for the van which they located the next day, Monday January 30, in Fulney Avenue in Spalding.
“Officers monitored the van during the morning and at 11.15am suspect Boyton was spotted heading to the van. A stop and search was carried out and Boyton had the keys to the van in his pocket.
“He was arrested, charged with burglary, and remanded to appear at Lincoln Magistrates’ Court where he was jailed on February 7. He was also ordered to pay compensation to the business.
“Lincolnshire Police understands how distressing these offences are, whether it be a burglary in the home or a business.
“We would ask anyone who has been a victim of crime to contact us on 101. Always call 999 in an emergency.”
