Mohammed Ruman Khan, 22, from Newcastle, has been sentenced to 13 years and 10 months in prison after pleading guilty to an aggravated burglary in Alum Rock, Birmingham. The incident occurred in April, when Khan knocked on the front door of a family home, forced his way inside, and brandished a knife at the occupants.
Details of the Raid
According to West Midlands Police, a woman sustained injuries during a struggle with Khan before he fled the scene with gold, clothing, and perfume. Two relatives of the woman attempted to retrieve the stolen items but were threatened with the weapon as Khan made his escape. The victims managed to photograph Khan, which proved crucial in the police investigation.
Arrest and Charges
Khan was tracked down to the North East, where officers from Northumbria Police arrested him. He was charged with aggravated burglary and entered a guilty plea to that offence, along with several other offences committed in the north of England. The sentence, handed down at Newcastle Crown Court on Friday, July 10, included seven years and six months for the Birmingham offence, with additional time for the other crimes.
Police Statement
Det Sgt Adam Charlesworth, from the Birmingham Neighbourhood Crime Team, said: "We are pleased with the sentence given to Khan, clearly a dangerous offender who wasn't afraid to use violence to steal for his own personal gain. The people he stole from in Birmingham were brave in confronting him and trying to stop the theft, and their quick thinking in getting a photo helped us bring him to justice." He also thanked colleagues in Northumbria for their cooperation and professionalism in the investigation.
