Watch moment 'prolific' burglar caught on CCTV in St Annes after stopping to make sandwich
A “prolific” burglar who targeted businesses in St Annes was caught on CCTV inside one premises before being jailed following a series of break-ins.
Shaun Dagger carried out burglaries between November 2025 and January 2026, targeting businesses in St Annes town centre.
Police said he forced entry into premises, causing damage before stealing high-value electronics and equipment.
During one of the burglaries, Dagger stopped to make himself a sandwich and a cup of coffee before leaving with stolen goods.
CCTV footage released by police shows him inside one of the businesses. Officers said he was also seen in distinctive clothing while scouting out premises before returning to commit the burglaries.
Following enquiries by the Fylde Rural Task Force, Dagger was identified and later charged with five counts of burglary, along with breaching court bail linked to a previous investigation.
Dagger, 52, of no fixed address, was sentenced at court last month to four years and six months in prison.
A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: “Fylde Rural Task Force hope this result reassures our community that we take burglaries seriously and will continue to take robust action against those who target local businesses.”
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If you have any concerns about crime in your area, call 101 or report it online at https://doitonline.lancashire.police.uk/.
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