Krystof Brzezinski, 31, was linked to a series of raids despite being deported from Britain two years ago
Police are on red alert to trace a ‘one man crimewave’ suspected of being one of the country’s most prolific burglars.
They urged the public not to approach dangerous career criminal Krystof Brzezinski, 31, after he was linked to a series of raids.
The notorious Polish criminal is suspected of being responsible for up to two burglaries every day despite being deported from Britain two years ago.
Investigators were shocked to discover he simply used European free movement rules to slip back into the country again.
He then returned to the same south London patch where he was convicted and jailed for a string of similar offences.
Police have already linked him to eight burglaries in just a few weeks in which thousands of pounds in valuables were taken.
The shameless thief often smashes rear windows before making off with possessions and vehicles if he can find keys.
In one case, in Addiscombe, near Croydon, Brzezinski was caught red-handed on CCTV calmly strolling away from a property.
In a disturbing twist, police also recovered a bag containing a gun and ammunition which they believe he discarded at the side of a busy road.
One theory is he stole the weapon during one raid but got ‘cold feet’ and abandoned it a few hours later.
Det Insp Dan O’Sullivan, of Croydon CID, said anyone who recognises him should dial 999 immediately.
‘Brzezinski is a prolific burglar who has been linked to large number of burglaries across Southwark, Lambeth and Croydon,’ he said.
‘He typically strikes during the day, often between 4pm and 6pm, by smashing windows at the rear of properties.
In one case, in Addiscombe, near Croydon, Brzezinski was caught red-handed on CCTV calmly strolling away from a property
‘He was convicted of burglary offences and deported in 2015 and we were unaware he had returned to the country.
‘I suspect he is committing up to two burglaries every day. He is London’s most wanted burglar and a one man crime wave.
‘He should not be in this country and I need the public’s help to catch him as quickly as possible.’
Brzezinski was released from prison and deported in 2015 after serving a short sentence for burglary offences.
It is understood that his criminal career in Britain began in 2007 and he has been linked to a large number of burglary and theft offences.
Police said he has no current address but has connections in the boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark.
He is wanted for burglary and firearms offences as well as unrelated immigration matters.
- Anyone who knows his whereabouts should dial 999. If you have other information about him dial 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.