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Subject: Boozing bike thief trapped by DNA

Author: Bob

[ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: 05:15:23 02/24/09 Tue A bike thief who had a taste for beer was brought to justice as his DNA was found on a can of Special Brew left at the crime scene. David Giddins, 28, was spotted trying to steal a motorcycle in Poole. A resident raised the alarm and Giddins fled, leaving the damaged bike abandoned nearby, along with Giddins car. In an attempt to cover his tracks, Giddins reported his car stolen! But his description matched that given by a witness and he was arrested. DNA from the beer can found by the car placed him firmly at the crime scene. Giddins admitted taking a motorbike without authority and intending to pervert the course of justice. Sentencing Giddins to six months in prison, suspended for twelve months, Recorder Jonathan Fuller QC told Giddins that he was not sent to jail straight away as he was the sole carer for his children, adding “I hope you have learned your lesson.” “I hope you have learned your lesson.” [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]