A prolific burglar who targeted cars and homes across Manchester, even stealing a bag of peanuts during one break-in, has been jailed for 27 months. Fazal Alnensi, 26, was caught red-handed inside a property in south Manchester.
Police said a man returned to his home in Fallowfield at around 2.25am on June 12 this year to find Alnensi inside. He claimed he was only there because he wanted a glass of water, but refused to leave. Officers called to the scene subsequently found a set of car keys belonging to the homeowner in his pockets.
Evidence of Rummaging and Prior Offences
GMP said there was also evidence that Alnensi had been 'rummaging' through drawers in the property. A force spokesperson said: "In the weeks prior, evidence pointed towards Alnensi being involved in several burglaries, attempted burglaries and thefts across the local area."
"This included the theft of a wrench set from a car, a pedal cycle worth £350, airpods, sunglasses – and even peanuts from one address. He additionally took an electric bike charger from one address worth hundreds."
Charges and Sentencing
Officers compiled the evidence after the arrest, which resulted in charges. Alnensi, of Denmark Road, Moss Side, pleaded guilty to six counts of burglary, attempt burglary and theft. At Manchester Crown Court last Thursday (November 4) he was jailed for 27 months.
Police called him 'prolific' in the aftermath. PC Jon Holden, from GMP’s City of Manchester district, said: "Alnensi took various items from several homes and cars across a two-week period earlier this year, making off with hundreds of pounds worth of goods. Ultimately, he left people feeling unsafe in his own home, and I am glad he is now behind bars."
"Our team will investigate all burglaries, and I would encourage people to get in touch with us – all intelligence helps us lock up criminals and bring them to justice."
