Thief who stole Jaffa Cakes from a pub jailed for a year

A thief caught red-handed on camera clutching a packet of Jaffa Cakes he had stolen from a pub has been jailed for a year.

John Saunders broke into The Foresters in Dartford, Kent, in October and pinched a box of the treats along with 15 packs of cigarettes.

He then broke into another shop nearby, but was confronted by the owner as he tried to force open the till.

A member of the public took photos of the 37-year-old crook – still clutching on to the packet of Jaffa Cakes – as he tried to flee the scene.

Police called to the scene arrested Saunders before he could eat the chocolate snacks.

Kent Police released details of the crimes after he was jailed for a year at Maidstone Crown Court.

A spokesman said: ‘John Saunders made off with the goods after breaking into a public house in Dartford.

‘He then attempted to break into a business, but failed to open its tills, and was spotted by the owner while trying to escape.’

He added: ‘An officer investigating the burglary arrested Saunders, who was still clutching the Jaffa Cakes as he tried to leave the area.

‘The 300 cigarettes he had also stolen were still in his possession.’

Saunders pleaded guilty to two counts of burglary last week and was jailed for a year.

PC Peter Hyland said: ‘Rather than enjoy his stolen treats Saunders will now experience the bitter taste of a prison sentence.

‘As shown in this case, burglars like Saunders are opportunistic by nature and will attempt to steal anything not nailed down.

‘Basic home security measures, such as making sure all doors are locked securely and valuables are kept out of sight, can stop most criminals in their tracks.’

Kent Police released details of the crimes after Saunders (pictured) was jailed for a year at Maidstone Crown Court