A burglar left a rucksack containing his name and address at a crime scene.
Police
Malcolm Pike broke into a garage in Sunderland and stole £150 of equipment in March, but left behind a bag with his details as he made his getaway. The bungling thief has now been jailed for four years after the bag led police officers to his home.
Detective Sergeant Chris Raper-Smith said: "Malcolm Pyke is a prolific thief who has consistently proven disregard for the law and the welfare of others.
"Unfortunately for him, his latest offence, which was fairly unsophisticated, saw him leave behind a number of personal items which directed officers straight to his front door."