Burglar’s getaway attempt goes embarrassingly wrong after fight with door
A burglar's escape attempt turned comical when he struggled with a locked door after stealing items from a student accommodation. CCTV footage captured Jack Higgins, 34, repeatedly trying to force the door open before discovering a release button. He was later jailed for three years after admitting to multiple charges, including burglary and assaulting an emergency worker.
- ▪Jack Higgins, 34, attempted to flee after stealing food and drinks from a student accommodation.
- ▪CCTV footage showed him struggling with a locked door before he found the release button.
- ▪He was sentenced to three years in prison after admitting to five counts of burglary and other offenses.
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 13:51:35 GMT |
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