Two criminals, both with long lists of previous convictions, ignored pleas for help from a dying man’s sister as they fled from his home which they had just burgled. They have now been jailed, but could be due for release within 16 months.

A terrifired driver who was assaulted by four men who hijacked his truck was forced to drive while one of his assailants kicked him in the side and another had his foot in the steering wheel, a court heard.