A man has been jailed for a series of burglaries at properties across the city.

Lewes Crown Court heard that Billy Hall broke into flats, a house and business during the night, often when the occupants were asleep.

The 50-year-old stole thousands of pounds worth of cash, jewellery, laptops, a mobile phone and a bank card.

Hall of North Road, Brighton, pleaded guilty to six counts of burglary - at a home in Dyke Road, two at homes in Highcroft Villas, Brighton, and two in Chalfont Drive, Hove, as well as at a business in Stanford Avenue, Brighton.

The offences happened between April and August this year.

Hall was sentenced to six years in jail.

Detective Constable Grace Boyle said: “Burglary is a very serious offence, and we are pleased that the defendant has received a sentence which reflects this and will make a difference in preventing further victims suffering the traumatic experience of having their home burgled by this repeat offender.”