A BURGLAR is facing a jail sentence for hitting a police vehicle after stealing a car and driving it dangerously while being pursued by officers.
At Cardiff Crown Court, Colin McBlain, 33, of Stamford Street, Cwm, Ebbw Vale, admitted a number of offences.
He pleaded guilty to burglary, the attempted theft of a SsangYong Rexton SUV, making off without paying for £40.12 of fuel, the aggravated vehicle taking of a Citroen Xsara Picasso car and dangerous driving.
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The offences took place in Ebbw Vale and Tredegar on April 14.
McBlain, who appeared in court via video link from Cardiff Prison, was remanded in custody.
Judge Catherine Richards adjourned his sentence to June 11.
The prosecution was represented by Jenny Yeo and the defendant by Stephen Thomas.
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