Burglars filmed on webcam taking socks to use as gloves

A webcam in a Cork apartment recorded two burglars taking socks from a drawer to wear as gloves while they searched the house.

A 45-year-old man, who had extensive previous convictions, totalling 67 counts over the last 30 years, was yesterday jailed for four years, for his part in the burglary.

On this occasion, he only stole 70c. The judge said there had to be a deterrent in the sentencing of burglars.