A man has been sentenced to 21 months in prison after using a metal motorcycle chain to smash multiple car windows and threaten police officers in Bognor Regis.
Inde Sneddon, 24, of no fixed address, appeared at Portsmouth Crown Court on 13 February, where he pleaded guilty to 14 offences, including criminal damage, theft, threats to kill, and resisting arrest.
Violent Outburst in Nyewood Lane
The incident happened on 20 December, when Sneddon, who was drunk and aggressive, shouted homophobic abuse at a bus driver before smashing the bus window.
He then stole a metal motorcycle chain and used it to smash the windows of several parked cars in the Nyewood Lane area.
When Sussex Police arrived, Sneddon continued to swing the chain, threatened to kill a police officer, and kicked a police dog before officers detained him.
Court Sentencing and Police Response
Sneddon was charged and pleaded guilty to the following offences:
- 14 counts of criminal damage
- Resisting arrest
- Causing unnecessary suffering to a protected animal
- Theft from a motor vehicle
- Possession of an offensive weapon
- Threats to kill
- A public order offence
Following the sentencing, PC Emma Lacey said:
“We will not tolerate violent and anti-social behaviour. Inde Sneddon, who was drunk and aggressive, has since shown no remorse. I am pleased with the sentence he has been given.”
Police Continue Crackdown on Anti-Social Behaviour
Sussex Police have reassured the public that they will continue to take strong action against those involved in violent or anti-social behaviour.
Anyone with information about criminal damage, violent incidents, or public disturbances is urged to contact police on 101, or report it anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
