Suspected Bearwood burglar arrested with help of homeowner
A suspected burglar who was detained by a homeowner upon attempting to escape through a window has been arrested.
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The break-in happened at a property in Lightwoods Road in the Bearwood area at about 6.15am on Thursday.
The suspect attempted to escape through a window but was "initially detained" by the homeowner, a spokesperson for West Midlands Police said.
Officers were quick to arrive at the scene and a man, aged 53, was arrested on suspicion of burglary.
He remained in police custody for questioning on Friday morning, the spokesperson added.
