How To Use Burglary In A Sentence

On my arrival home/On arriving home I discovered the burglary.
In some areas nearly all robbery and burglary is drug related to pay for the next fix.
Elham said: `You fixed for someone to fake evidence which would inculpate my brother-in-law on a charge of burglary. A QUESTION OF PRINCIPLE
He faces a burglary rap next week. The Sun
But burglary is one of the most traumatic crimes anyone can experience. The Sun

Five men, aged between 18 and 22, face multiple charges including burglary, theft, and receiving stolen goods.
He was serving an eight year sentence for burglary at Grendon near Aylesbury.
He pleaded guilty to three robberies, kidnap and one offence of aggravated burglary.
Davis also faces three other special circumstances in connection with the murder charge: kidnapping, burglary and robbery.
If Nixon had survived the "third-rate burglary" at the Watergate, how long would his enemies list have grown, and how emboldened would he have become in spying on political rivals? News industry's depression has spillover implications
Nine people were charged with burglary, three with robbery and two with aggravated assault on a police officer.
Four wardens employed by the agency were sacked in May after allegations of burglary.
But screwdrivers and bolt cutters can also be burglary tools if they are used with the intent to commit a crime.
Improved car security and more home burglar alarms and window locks have driven down vehicle crime and burglary. Times, Sunday Times
We need to get a holding charge and secure a three-day lie down to wrap it all up, forensic from the recent car-key burglary would be excellent: The Wrong Kind Of Snow « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG
White was arrested the next day in Bingley but denied any involvement although he was found guilty of charges of aggravated burglary and assault occasioning actual bodily harm at trial.
If you try to report a burglary or street crime anywhere, you get a crime number but all our units are out raising parking wonga and speeding tickets.
A third guy, who copped a hefty fine and a community-based order on a burglary charge, wandered in wearing an old pair of trackie daks (with a hole in one knee) and a tatty old jumper.
I have evited striking you in your ain house under muckle provocation, because I am ignorant how the laws here may pronounce respecting burglary and hamesucken, and such matters; and, besides, I would not willingly hurt ye, man, e'en on the causeway, that is free to us baith, because I mind your kindness of lang syne, and partly consider ye as a poor deceived creature. The Fortunes of Nigel
He admitted criminal damage, burglary and interfering with vehicles. The Sun
They were being held without bail on suspicion of conspiracy, possession of explosive devices and burglary.
A MEMBER of a burglary gang which snatched loot worth £1,500 from a York house has been jailed for 14 months.
Will he demand that the burglary is crimed so that he can make an insurance claim or will he for the greater good ignore the matter and hence get his bonus but not the insurance pay out. See No Evil…… (at least until the next financial year) « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG
He began to finance his habit through burglary.
He had by his own testimony taken part in the burglary.
It had been stolen in a burglary where £2000 and a dog (An ancient Yorkie) had also been stolen. Inspector Gadget RANTS about ‘car chases’ SHOCK! « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG
He admitted burglary and faces a custodial term. The Sun
Three men deny conspiracy to commit burglary. Times, Sunday Times
Another useful double agent whom the XX-committee ran was a London safe-breaker called Edward Chapman who had been recruited by the Abwehr while awaiting trial for burglary in the Channel Islands.
They both beat a burglary charge a year and a half ago, a judge ruled there wasn't probable cause to justify a frisk. WHEN THE SACRED GINMILL CLOSES
Police in Swindon have hit back at criticism over rising burglary rates.
All of them were notorious criminals, who had been charged with every conceivable crime, from burglary to kidnapping and "maiming," and some not to be conceived of by the The Battle with the Slum
A £38,000 BMW M3 convertible car, which had been stolen in a commercial burglary in Leeds, was recovered in East Bowling.
They were charged with burglary and the theft of a Ford Sierra Cosworth, and remanded in custody for seven days.
But when simple housebreaking and burglary give way to the deadly pursuit of a really big score, the stakes suddenly skyrocket. WHEN THE WOMEN COME OUT TO DANCE
Williams was also convicted of the theft of two cars and an unrelated burglary.
The police officer noted down details of the burglary.
Crime is on the increase, especially mugging and burglary.
She admitted burglary but her lawyer argued she was getting help. The Sun
The boys' father, Cedric Owens, is in jail after a conviction for burglary.
After casing the joint and setting up a fence for the goods, the gang goes about a late night break-in and precision burglary.
In burglary, the loss is discovered after the fact, and there is evidence of forcible entry.
She had four felony convictions for burglary and petty theft with priors, and had been out of prison for a couple of years when she coolly shoplifted, then viciously fought me in the parking lot.
He also pleaded guilty to another two counts of burglary and an attempted burglary.
After three days of rioting, the police have begun to look as though they have surrendered the streets to young men intent on wanton violence and burglary. Times, Sunday Times
Two men were yesterday being quizzed by cops after being arrested on suspicion of burglary. The Sun
The principal felonies were homicide, rape, theft, burglary, robbery and arson.
They both beat a burglary charge a year and a half ago, a judge ruled there wasn't probable cause to justify a frisk. WHEN THE SACRED GINMILL CLOSES
Robbery is now classified as theft from a person; burglary is downgraded to criminal damage. Times, Sunday Times
Since Royds underwent its seven-year facelift, burglary has been practically eliminated from the estate.
Elham said: `You fixed for someone to fake evidence which would inculpate my brother-in-law on a charge of burglary. A QUESTION OF PRINCIPLE
Foster had been in prison twice already for burglary.
Consider recent actions on bills addressing such disparate issues as homeland security, movie piracy and auto burglary.
The victim of the first attempted burglary described the intruder as in his mid 30s, with a ruddy complexion, sandy hair, and wearing black gloves and a light shirt.
There has been a 42 per cent reduction in residential burglary in areas with the technology. Times, Sunday Times
The police decision to reduce their burglary squad has been described as 'a thieves' charter'.
Burglary and petty thievery, however, are common.
Blunt is being advised about how to roll out the plans by Victim Support and the Restorative Justice Consortium, which wants 75,000 victims of robbery, violence and burglary each year to be offered meetings, arguing that this would cut reconviction rates by 27%. Prisons minister says criminals could cut jail sentences by saying 'sorry'
Arrests were made for a variety of offences including burglary, theft and public order.
Did all the tenants have an alibi for the time of the burglary? The Sun
Seven men have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to burglary, and another is wanted by police.
I was after a prolific criminal type for burglary on a pharmacy, and it turns out he actually collects his methadone from the same said pharmacy. Get In Line « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG
Elderly people are being warned to beware of bogus callers following an attempted burglary.
Cash was taken during a burglary of the apartment.
Updated 10/19/2009 – The Township of Montville, New Jersey police department is investigating the October 11, 2009 auto burglary of coin dealer Julian Leidman. Coin Dealer Julian Leidman Victim of Vehicle Burglary. Reward Grows to $156,000 : Coin Collecting News
If you are the victim of a burglary, the emotional upset can affect you for a long time.
More than 50 per cent of arrests led to successful convictions for robbery, burglary, handling stolen goods and possessing or dealing in drugs.
Naperville police are working with local, state and federal authorities to investigate the so-called Felony Lane Gang, described as a "large-scale, organized vehicle burglary crew" that has operated in as many as seven states. News - chicagotribune.com
The fight against burglary, anti-social behaviour and serious drug crime are at the top of our list.
To minimize the risk of burglary, install a good alarm system.
To minimize the risk of burglary, install a good alarm system.
CHICO - A high volume of calls for service to a Sacramento Avenue apartment complex attracted the attention of a Chico police special enforcement team, which made two arrests of burglary suspects there Tuesday. Breaking News
Also charged with burglary and handling stolen property, Irvine was refused bail because of an irregularity in his visa.
To minimize the risk of burglary, install a good alarm system.
He has been charged with burglary and conspiracy to commit a felony. Times, Sunday Times
It's not a third-rate political burglary, it's a cover up of information on the largest attack in the history of the country.
Many of the younger criminals have graduated from joyriding and burglary in their teens to crimes such as drug-dealing.
Co. -- inimitable Pickwick -- hail, all hail! but triumphs of burglary, and escapes of murderers, aroint ye! An Author's Mind : The Book of Title-pages
The most common offences included larceny, burglary, malicious damage, criminal damage and a host of motoring offences.
A while ago I found out that they'd caught the guy who committed the burglary on my flat at the end of last year.
There was no sign of her father, so I decided not to mention the burglary yet.
CARLSBAD ---- Police found three teenage burglary suspects and stolen property during a vehicle stop in the northern part of the city this week, a Carlsbad police lieutenant said Saturday. Undefined
We meet Paul, 21, too prolific to count his numberless crimes, a specialist in scary ‘creeping burglary’ from night-time houses.
Judges will be encouraged to hand out shorter sentences for acquisitive crimes such as burglary and theft. Times, Sunday Times
There were three thefts, three acts of criminal damage and an attempted burglary last month alone.
A small sum of money is supposed to be forked out quarterly for burglary and robbery insurance.
A Leigh man accused of burglary fled from a police station after being charged.
Officials said that there had been a notable and surprising drop in acquisitive crimes, including burglary, theft and fraud. Times, Sunday Times
This is usually the case for offenses like shoplifting or burglary.
House burglaries were down from four to one although burglary of other properties was up from four to five.
Police said stolen goods had been recovered in the raid and two women and a man were arrested on suspicion of burglary.
He was jailed for three years in December 2002 for aggravated burglary and other offences.
Two men were yesterday being quizzed by cops after being arrested on suspicion of burglary. The Sun
Caroline allowed the Guardian to tag along on one of her jobs a burglary in leafy Purley Oaks.
Although the public fear being a victim of identity fraud more than pickpocketing, mugging or even burglary, a large number still put themselves at risk by disposing of private information without first rendering it unreadable.
The father of her children is presently serving a two-year custodial sentence for burglary.
If I get burgled, especially with the cops at my home at the time witnessing the crime, I think the only chance of getting an arrest or a charge of burglary would be to ring Stephen Franks.
The camera saw the burglary and recorded it
Police minister Vernon Coaker acknowledged the "new challenges" of burglary and other so-called acquisitive crimes. The Guardian World News
Judges will be encouraged to hand out shorter sentences for acquisitive crimes such as burglary and theft. Times, Sunday Times
First plain burglary and now Turd Burglary at the Watergate. Think Progress » Early Media Coverage of Goss’s Resignation Dances Around Cunningham Scandal
Burglary, murder and rape are all on the increase.
The team is awaiting the outcome of an appeal against a combination order which is normally awarded for serious offences like burglary.
Police want to trace two men and a woman who spoke with a southern accent and were seen in a number of pubs the night before the burglary.
He had served time for burglary and his sporadic work history included stints at a steak house and a pizza place. Times, Sunday Times
The accusations of dirty tricks and sabotaging of political enemies at the Nixon White House that culminates in a "third-rate burglary" at the Watergate Hotel. Barry Toll
Should we also decriminalise murder, burglary and rape, all of which persist despite the best efforts of the law? Letters: Getting high is a basic human right
Elham said: `You fixed for someone to fake evidence which would inculpate my brother-in-law on a charge of burglary. A QUESTION OF PRINCIPLE
Cops say the actor has been charged with carrying a pistol without a permit, carrying a firearm while intoxicated, first-degree burglary, first-degree criminal trespass, and third-degree criminal mischief. Rip Torn Rehab
‘Let me make it absolutely plain that of course burglary is an enormously upsetting offence,’ he said.
Incidents included prison smuggling, burglary 'scoping' exercises and mid-air near misses. The Sun
I have evited striking you in your ain house under muckle provocation, because I am ignorant how the laws here may pronounce respecting burglary and hamesucken, and such matters; and, besides, I would not willingly hurt ye, man, e’en on the causeway, that is free to us baith, because I mind your kindness of lang syne, and partly consider ye as a poor deceived creature. The Fortunes of Nigel
My first reaction on discovering the burglary was disbelief, indignation and real sadness.
The operation was carried out after the theft of two guns and live ammunition during a burglary.
Such crimes as assault, rape, and burglary are rare, but kidnappings, stabbings, and homicides frequently occur in the criminal world of the competing triads.
That request came at the end of a state prison sentence Sherrod served for burglary.
In a few videotaped moments, the yobs commit at least three offences: public indecency, trespass and burglary.
The crimes that affect most citizens, such as vandalism, muggings, burglary and car crimes, are considered low priority.
The prosecution does not have to show that the weapon of offence was intended to be used during the burglary.
Passengers discovered the man, a convicted felon on probation for burglary, hiding in an airplane restroom.
The craft of burglary as I was taught it was essentially non-violent, the art was always making sure it remained so, which is why I never carried a shooter.
Well, if they're just indicting him for burglary, I doubt they have any direct connection yet.
She recognised Lovett, who has previous convictions for burglary, shoplifting, assault and handling stolen goods.
Police officers called to investigate the burglary at Martin's believe it was carried out by professionals, who cut telephone lines before entering the building and made attempts to disable the alarm system.
The soaring burglary rate is coupled with a drug abuse epidemic that adds more violence to even the simplest of burglaries or muggings.
The sheet was taken in an October 2008 burglary from the offices of dealer Kevin Lipton of Beverly Hills, California, and is the only item recovered so far. Unique NJ Banknotes Stolen 2 Years Ago Returned to Owner at Long Beach Coin Expo : Coin Collecting News
Seven men have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to burglary, and another is wanted by police.
A terrified burglary victim was threatened with an axe after finding intruders in his home.
According to the all-time list, assault is the favourite crime of pro sports people - 17 arrests described in detail - with narcotics, burglary, counterfeiting and murder among the other top pastimes.
He claimed he had nothing to do with the burglary and that police had misidentified him.
BURGLARY! in stentorian tones every time a cat crosses the yard. I walk where the bottles break and the blacktop still comes back for more
This is all proceeding on the assumption that the accused was there on the night of the burglary.
He had a record for burglary stretching back to when he was 13 and had done time in prison.
Vehicle crime has dropped by 2.5 per cent, meaning 64 fewer victims in the past seven months, and domestic burglary has fallen by 10 per cent, equating to 137 fewer victims.
A quantity of jewellery was taken during the burglary.
Little Miss Fogerty was in considerable awe of Miss Watson, but a burglary was to alter their relationship.
Lastly, Neo didn't do a good job of providing an interesting mix of burglary tools for the jobs.
Did all the tenants have an alibi for the time of the burglary? The Sun
Cash was taken during a burglary of the apartment.
But the first four months brought a drop in vandalism, burglary and robbery. Times, Sunday Times
Apart from the burglary figures, crime as a whole was on the decrease, according to Insp Jones.
But being dubious whether Joshua Cornwall, as a servant within the house of Mr. Fenwick, could be properly convicted of burglariously breaking into his said master's house, they found their verdict as to him special; which the judges having considered, they were unanimously of opinion that the crime was in its nature a burglary. Lives of the Most Remarkable Criminals Who have been Condemned and Executed for Murder, the Highway, Housebreaking, Street Robberies, Coining or other offences
It vanished in a suitcase full of clothes after a burglary. Times, Sunday Times
The principal felonies were homicide, rape, theft, burglary, robbery and arson.
He is apologising to a childhood friend for implicating him in a burglary 20 years ago.
Nine people were charged with burglary, three with robbery and two with aggravated assault on a police officer.
I don't buy the burglary story.
The reductions we've made in house burglary, in car crime and robbery over the last year are excellent.
Crime is on the increase, especially mugging and burglary.
Officials said that there had been a notable and surprising drop in acquisitive crimes, including burglary, theft and fraud. Times, Sunday Times
The two men were charged with burglary and remanded in custody .
When he broke into Ray's house, Martin could be committing the crimes of burglary and criminal damage.
Faden's father, convicted of burglary, had died in the prison hulks off Portsmouth, and Marella herself was found guilty of stealing a dead sheep (though she only got a week for that).
Domestic burglary was down by 4 per cent and fraud and forgery by 22 per cent. Times, Sunday Times
Yet there were 18,600 offences concealed in burglary and robbery. 1000′s of car damage offences are switched to simple damage and often not crimed if even reported. ACPO blames front-line cops for doing their job SHOCK! « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG
Dog cloner Joyce McKinney sought over burglary to fund horse's wooden leg Boing Boing
They had wide powers to arrest persons suspected of committing such crimes as theft, burglary, and serious assault.
Stolen property was recovered, including two vehicles and the proceeds of a burglary which had taken place only the previous night.
The youth was charged with three counts of burglary.
If you are the victim of a burglary, the emotional upset can affect you for a long time.
the lawyer argued spuriously that his client knew nothing of the burglary
But when simple housebreaking and burglary give way to the deadly pursuit of a really big score, the stakes suddenly skyrocket. WHEN THE WOMEN COME OUT TO DANCE
He also had convictions for burglary, theft and actual bodily harm, had been in a fist fight in a pub after a funeral, and had hit a victim on the head with a piece of wood during a street fight.
The team is awaiting the outcome of an appeal against a combination order which is normally awarded for serious offences like burglary.
He began to finance his habit through burglary.
Jewels haul: A quantity of jewellery was taken during a burglary in Ripon.
He described some of the "dark arts" he had been told of by tabloid reporters, including burglary, phone and email hacking and "blagging" - obtaining information by deceit. The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed
Elderly people are being warned to beware of bogus callers following an attempted burglary in Sutton.
I don't buy the burglary story.
Statistics show a 20% reduction in burglary compared with last year.
A small sum of money is supposed to be forked out quarterly for burglary and robbery insurance.
Cold-blooded murder, armed hijackings, burglary, robbery and assault are rife.
Burglars strike: Police are investigating a burglary in which a quantity of jewellery was stolen.
A spokesman for West Yorrkshire police said an insecure back door of the the semi-derelict house had been forced and they were treating the attack as a burglary with racial overtones.
A warehouseman is suspected of burglary and blames Elli.
Burglary has traditionally been a quick and easy way for drug addicts to fund their habits.
Boss you forgot to highlight that its incredibly difficult for the police to measure their success in detecting burglary (and most other offences) if we are out preventing the bloody things! Leaders TV Debate – Law & Order Summary SHOCK! « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG
prison Thursday for what he called the sadistic killing of two students who were bound, tortured and stabbed to death in a London apartment last students after a botched burglary turned into a horrific bloodbath. WN.com - Photown News
He pleaded guilty to three robberies, kidnap and one offence of aggravated burglary.
Audio equipment was stolen in a burglary at a house in Main Road.
Investigator Charles Barnett said all three face felony conspiracy, burglary and explosive devices charges.
The drug addict admitted the burglary and robbery in Leamington Spa. The Sun
The whole thing was intended as a distraction for the burglary! SOMEBODY
He had served time for burglary and his sporadic work history included stints at a steak house and a pizza place. Times, Sunday Times
Swindon's Operation Delta burglary squad has been working closely with the Metropolitan Police on an undercover sting operation.
Ironically, the recent fall in burglary may have something to do with the flood of cheap imports from the East, making stolen goods hard to sell for a worthwhile price. The Magistrate And Crime Figures
It took me years to get over the first burglary, and now my home and privacy have been invaded again.
But when simple housebreaking and burglary give way to the deadly pursuit of a really big score, the stakes suddenly skyrocket. WHEN THE WOMEN COME OUT TO DANCE
I have sympathy with anyone who has suffered a burglary, but I fail to see how any of these alarms have much deterrent effect.
To minimize the risk of burglary, install a good alarm system.
People charged with so-called acquisitive crime - such as burglary and theft from vehicles so they can buy drugs - are tested in two custody suites for heroin and cocaine use.
BURGLARY (_burgi latrocinium_; in ancient English law, _hamesucken_ [1]), at common law, the offence of breaking and entering the dwelling-house of another with intent to commit a felony. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 4 "Bulgaria" to "Calgary"
He had by his own testimony taken part in the burglary.
All the cheques bounced because the burglary victim had cancelled the chequebooks.
People were most worried about house burglary, car crime, drugs, alcohol and robbery.
For example, if burglary is necessary to save life, it deserves warrant, but if considered only to ascertain the truth of a wagered outcome, one may do nought but persuade its possessor to divulge. I, Pirate …
The scheme, supported by the Evening Advertiser, was set up in Wroughton, a burglary hotspot, in August 2002 to combat the activities of con artists.
I work mainly in traffic and the dog section, but I could be sent to deal with illegal hare coursers or a burglary in rural areas.
Mr Sanderson said one of the most successful schemes helped the victims of burglary being targeted a second time by swiftly fitting new locks on doors and windows.
He admitted burglary, dangerous driving and handling stolen goods. The Sun

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