James Perry from Chard jailed for multiple burglaries

James Perry, 49, of Coker Way, Chard, was sentenced at Taunton Crown Court on June 11 this year.

The court listings state that between January 22 and January 25 of this year Perry entered a building, namely a garage, as a trespasser in Chard with intent to steal.

The court listings state that on January 26 of this year, Perry entered Somerset Media Solutions as a trespasser with intent to steal.

The court listings state that on February 2 of this year, Perry entered as a trespasser at a workshop at AGRI WISE in Chard and stole one cordless drill with battery attached and one cordless router with battery attached.

The court listings state that on January 27, Perry stole two bottles of J Walker Red Label and one bottle of Whyte & Mackay of a value of £77 belonging to Sainsbury's on Holyrood Street, Chard.

The court listings state that on April 7 of this year, Perry entered a property on East Coker Road as a trespasser with the intention to steal.

The court listings state that he has been sentenced to a total custodial period of 17 months.

The court listings state that Arthur Sutton acted as defence counsel for Perry.

PC Charlie Sparks, officer in the case, said: “The impact on victims of dwelling burglaries can be hugely significant, not only in terms of any loss that may be incurred, but also the emotional impact resulting in people feeling unsafe in their own homes.

“Businesses are equally affected and often face significant financial loss for which some never recover.

“I would like to thank the victims for their patience and support with the respective ongoing investigations, and we urge people to continue to report incidents like this, so we know what resources are needed to tackle them.

“Custodial sentences can be expected by anyone committing this type of crime in our communities.”