A Manchester man has been locked up for eight years and five months after a spate of break-in attempts across Ancoats and Denton.
Darren Townsend’s Crime Spree
Darren Townsend, 51, from Carfax Street, pleaded guilty to burglary and attempted burglaries. His crime wave hit local communities hard throughout August 2025.
- 14 attempted burglaries in Denton
- One attempted burglary in Ancoats
- Arrested at August month-end
Justice Served at Minshull Street Crown Court
Townsend was sentenced on Tuesday, 17 November 2025, at Minshull Street Crown Court. His conviction brings relief to the affected neighbourhoods.
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