A Birmingham burglar’s future is uncertain as a judge considers a program to help him instead of jail time, aiming to protect Northfield residents.
Travers turned to crime to fund his Class A drug addiction, which worsened after the pandemic hit. His lawyer argued for a six-month delay in sentencing, suggesting he could benefit from a community program instead of going straight to jail.
He’s already admitted to several burglaries and has a long list of offenses. The prosecutor detailed some of his crimes, like stealing cash and valuable items from schools and homes. One incident involved him taking a £1,500 laptop from a community school.
His actions have caused a lot of distress in the community. The local pub had to spend extra on security because of his break-ins. His lawyer mentioned that Travers has shown a desire to change, even earning an award while in custody.
The judge is weighing the options carefully. He noted that many people faced hardships during the pandemic but didn’t resort to crime. The case is set to be reviewed soon, and the community is watching closely.
