A burglar who was caught on CCTV running away from the scene of the crime has been jailed

Luke Chambers forced his way into the property in Milton Street, Swanscombe on February 20 using a garden ornament to smash a back door window.

Unbeknown to him, the homeowners young son was in the property at the time and heard the commotion and hid in the bathroom, but when Chambers opened the door and saw him, he left the house.

When the homeowner returned she found jewellery and about £800 had been taken.

Luckily a neighbour had captured a man that the young son had described leaving the scene and getting into a car.

Officers later arrested Chambers, from Derry Downs, Orpington, and he was charged with burglary.

The 28-year-old pleaded guilty and was jailed for two years and four months.

Investigating officer, detective constable Rob Sircar, said: “The victim was put through a terrifying ordeal, but thanks to him being able to provide a description of the offender we were able to locate Chambers on CCTV.

"This ultimately led to his arrest and charge.

"I am pleased Chambers is now behind bars and we have been able to get justice."