'Knife-carrying burglar' apologises during late night break-in
Police called to 'aggravated burglary' in Carlton.
Selby
A 30 year-old man has been arrested after a knife-carrying burglar was disturbed whilst inside a Carlton home.
Officers were called at around 4.50am yesterday morning reports of the break-in at an address in the Selby area village.
The assailant was confronted during the incident and apologised for his alleged crime, claiming he needed the money. He left the property empty-handed.
Police say the alleged perpetrator was carrying a knife during the incident, but did not threaten the victims. The knife was left at the scene.
A 30-year-old suspect was later arrested and remains in police custody as enquiries continue.
Anyone who can help officers with their enquiries is urged to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 – select option 2 – and pass information to the Force Control Room.
If you prefer not to give your name, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Please quote reference number 12150114095 when passing information about this incident.