Bournemouth, Crime | Posted on November 24th, 2025 | return to news

Bournemouth man jailed for burglary

Colin Shields broke into a house in Watcombe Road and stole cash and jewellery boxes containing sentimental pieces.

A Bournemouth man has been sent to prison for two years and six months after being found guilty of stealing cash and sentimental jewellery.

Colin Shields, 55, who pleaded guilty, was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on Thursday 20 November.

At around 11.30am on Thursday 2 October 2025, Dorset Police received a report of a break-in at a residential address in Watcombe Road.

It was reported that a window had been smashed and items had been stolen from the property, including cash and two jewellery boxes containing sentimental pieces.

An investigation was launched, but, on Wednesday 22 October 2025, Shields handed himself in to police in connection with the incident.

He was arrested, interviewed and subsequently charged with dwelling burglary.

Police Constable Joshua Pickering, of Bournemouth police, said: “We recognise that burglaries can have a significant impact on a victim, making them feel unsafe in their own home.

“As a force, we remain committed to reducing burglaries in the region and thoroughly investigating reported incidents to ensure that those involved are held accountable for their offending.

“We are glad that Colin Shields is now behind bars and is facing justice for his actions.”