A burglar who stole about £700, 000 worth of goods over the course of five years was sentenced on Tuesday to half a decade in prison.

Anthony Murray, of Purley Way in Croydon, was sentenced at Lewes Crown Court, having admitted two charges of burglary, with a further 102 to be taken into consideration.

The 31-year-old’s crime spree extended across the entire county – where he focused on stealing high value jewellery and electronic items.

Surrey police have been holding open days this month to give property back to their original owners.