A 23-year-old man has been sentenced following a burglary in Windsor.

On July 15 2020, Nikhil Lama, of Tomlinson Avenue in Luton, entered a property on Priors Road in Windsor whilst the occupants were still in.

He took a knife from the kitchen and proceeded to search the house.

A teenage girl, was assaulted by Lama when he punched her as he tried to take her mobile phone.

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He then fled from property without taking anything.

Lama was arrested and charged for the offence on October 6, 2020.

He pleaded guilty to one count of burglary with intent to steal at Reading Crown Court on Friday (May 21).

He was sentenced to three years and ten months’ imprisonment.

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Investigating officer Detective Constable Steven Baggaley, based at Maidenhead police station said: “Nikhil Lama entered the property with clear intentions to steal despite knowing that victims would be present within the house and carried out this violent and abhorrent act with disregard of the consequences.

“I would like to thank the victims in showing courage throughout this violent and disgusting ordeal, which was carried out in a place where they should feel safe, and the community of Priors Road in coming together and assisting us in our enquiries.

“Lama now has three years and 10 months to reflect on his actions. I would also like to remind the public that Thames Valley Police will relentlessly pursue suspects and bring offenders to justice for these type of offences and are committed to keeping our communities safe.”