Swinglowandslow
Well-known member
A burglary being experienced in these circumstances is more than the usual . And they are bad enough.
Women, particularly, feel their privacy and dignity has been violated. To say it is unsettling is very much an understatement. I’ve known instances where the women have insisted on a house move after experiencing a burglary.
It is a serious matter inasmuch that it is always possible that the owner comes home whilst the burglar is there, with the potent for possible violence etc.
It is not regarded now, unfortunately, as seriously by society as it used to be. And the attitude of some Police Forces does not help. ( there is now pressure for that to change which in some Forces is working)
Now , in Sterling’s case, these circumstances are somewhat enhanced . No doubt his house was burgled because it was known who lived there, and where he was. Therefore his wife and children were without his presence and protection, and I think she would feel especially vulnerable and would want him to return.
I certainly don’t feel it unreasonable that he did.
As to the different reports of the nature of the burglary, then it can be put down to the “accuracy” of the British Press.
“ Send three and four pence….etc”
