A man has been jailed after CCTV caught dramatic footage of a group of masked men robbing a convenience store in Shoreham.
Samuel Brown has been jailed after he wrenched a till from the shop counter and assaulted a member of staff, who bravely fought him off.
She quickly informed her relative, who pursued Brown and tackled him to the floor in a nearby garden.
He was assaulted in the process, as was an occupant of the house who came out to assist.
Together, they managed to detain Brown prior to police arrival.
The 32-year-old, of Stoney Lane, Shoreham, was arrested and charged with robbery and two counts of assault.
He pleaded guilty to all offences, which occurred on 31 October last year, and was sentenced to a total of 49 months’ imprisonment at Lewes Crown Court on 1 March.
A 33-year-old man from Worthing was also arrested in connection with the incident, but was later released without charge.
Investigating officer Richard Emmett said:
“I have to commend the courage of the three victims involved in this case, who put themselves in harms way in order to detain the defendant and help bring him to justice.
“Robbery is an extremely serious offence which comes with serious consequences, and Brown now faces a lengthy period behind bars for his actions.”
Event Bookings Go Live For Worthing Festival ‘24
Man Charged After Throwing Brick Through Brighton Restaurant Window
Peacehaven Man Disqualified Over High-Speed A27 Pursuit Near Brighton
Appeal After PCSO Assaulted In Uckfield
Man Charged With Rape Of Teenage Girl In Newhaven
Overnight Closures For A22 Forest Row Road Improvements
Brighton Defence Manufacturer's Controversial Planning Application Likely To Be Heard
Over £2.4m Approved For Worthing School Support Centre
Section Of M25 To Close Again Tonight - As Drivers Warned Not To Get Complacent
Plans For 800 New Horsham Homes Refused