Police name man charged following burglaries in Birmingham and Solihull

A man has been charged with five counts of burglary in connection with a series of break-ins at businesses in Birmingham and Solihull .

Barrie Deacon, 44, from Birmingham is alleged to have participated in 5 burglaries across Birmingham and Solihull , which occurred between July 2023 and January 2024.

He was arrested on 27 February and appeared at Birmingham Magistrates Court on 28 February. 

West Midlands Police said: “We know these offences are worrying for the community and that burglaries have a massive impact on the people and families affected.

“We investigate any evidence we receive and our neighbourhood officers regularly carry out reassurance patrols in areas where burglaries are reported.”

Anyone who sees anything suspicious should call 999 – and if anyone believes they know who may be involved in these offences call police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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