Man jailed for over two years following burglary conviction in Milton Keynes
Following an investigation by Thames Valley Police, a man has been sentenced to over two years in prison following a burglary conviction.
Robert Chilvers, aged 36, of Waterside, Peartree Bridge, was sentenced to two years and four months in jail following a hearing at Aylesbury Crown Court on Tuesday, September 3.
Chilvers pleaded guilty to one count of burglary of a dwelling at the same hearing.
He was also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £288.
His sentencing relates to an incident on 30 June of this year in Stony Stratford, in which Chilvers broke into the empty house of a woman in her eighties.
He caused damage to the window and internal door to gain entry. Once inside, he stole cash, a security camera, and several decommissioned antique pistols.
Chilvers was caught on CCTV leaving the property and was arrested on 4 July. He had been on licence for previous burglary offences, so once charged he was recalled to prison.
Police Staff Investigator Graeme Robinson, said, “Burglary is a priority crime for police in Milton Keynes as we are aware of the long lasting impact it can have upon victims. This conviction shows that Thames Valley Police will not tolerate burglaries and will work hard and swiftly to apprehend offenders.
Chilvers has targeted the home of a victim in their eighties, with absolutely no regard or concern for them. I am satisfied he has been sentenced to time in prison and hope it offers some solace to the victim.”
