Staffordshire man, 40, convicted of aggravated burglary and arson after victim suffers 'significant injuries'
A man has been convicted of aggravated burglary and arson
A 40-year-old man has been convicted after another man was found with “significant injuries” at a Staffordshire address, a court heard.
Sean McCann, 40, of Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent had pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary and arson at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on Monday (October 26).
Police had rushed to Blakelow Road in Abbey Hulton where a car fire was reported, at the address inside the home a man was also found with “ significant injuries, including wounds to his shoulder, face, arms, legs and hands”, the man also had a broken nose and fractured eye socket.
The injured man was taken to hospital, and after CCTV enquiries police were able to track down McCann.
McCann was arrested at his home, and police were able to find a flick blade in McCann’s car.
He had originally denied being involved but after “substantial evidence” was found, he had pleaded guilty.
McCann has been remanded into prison ahead of his sentencing at Stoke-on-Trent Crown Court on February 5 2027.
DC Andrew Cannon, from CID North at Staffordshire Police said: “An incident of this nature is bound to have a substantial effect both physically and mentally on the victim in this case, who continues to receive treatment.
“With the help of the local community in sharing information and supporting officers with their work, we were able to identify McCann and take robust action against him, making sure he was convicted and made to answer for his crimes."