One Legged Burglar Quickly Identified Due To Having One Leg
ONE LEGGED BURGLAR – Crime can come in all shapes and forms – this one lacked a leg but made up for it with confidence.
Even with his disability, John Gaughan, 32, never let his condition get in the way of his plans. However, his plans did included stealing a PlayStation from his neighbor’s unlocked house.
Recently, Gaughan was caught on CCTV seemingly hopping away in a crutch with a PlayStation, and three pairs of trainer shoes. Even worse, the family he stole from previously helped Gaughan during a tough period in his life.
According to an article from LadBible, the partner of the victim’s son, who suffers from autism was there in the property when he decided to steal the items. In a statement, the victim said:
“He will know taking those items was taking them from my son and partner. The fact he knew my son’s partner suffers from autism but still entered when he was inside is shocking. It’s caused much trauma to all of us and I feel unsafe knowing he lives in the same street.”
As per the article, the crime occurred when the neighbor was out. But, when they returned to their home, they noticed that they had already been robbed. So, they checked the CCTV and immediately recognized the thief.
According to Kate Barnes, the prosecutor of the case, the defendant was easily identified because “he has one leg and was using a crutch”.
Meanwhile, Gaughan’s lawyer said that her client was ashamed and regretful of what he did. Furthermore, she attributed his actions to an “atrocious childhood” which led to drug addiction that has ruined his life.
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