Violent burglar jailed in absence after metal baton attack as police urge public to help find fugitive
William Wenman, sentenced to five years for a brutal burglary, is now wanted after failing to attend his sentencing at Huntingdon Law Courts
A violent burglar who assaulted a man during a break-in with a metal baton has been sentenced to five years in prison—yet remains at large after failing to appear at court.
William Wenman, 46, was found guilty of burglary with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. The incident occurred at a block of flats in Darthill Road, March, on 23 November 2021. Wenman broke into a flat, pulled out an extendable metal baton from his trouser waistband, and struck the victim twice in the jaw. The victim suffered serious injuries and was treated in hospital.
Wenman was later arrested in Westgate, Peterborough, on 21 December 2021. However, he failed to attend his sentencing at Huntingdon Law Courts on Friday, 3 October, and was sentenced in his absence.
Detective Constable Matt Reed, who investigated the case, said:
“Wenman is a dangerous criminal who was not afraid to use extreme violence. The victim was left with deeply unpleasant and serious injuries.
While it is pleasing to see the outcome of the court case and a significant sentence handed down, justice will not have been done until Wenman has been arrested and sent to prison. I would urge anyone who knows of his whereabouts to contact police as soon as possible.
Wenman is known to have links to Peterborough, Fenland, and Sussex. Police advise that the public should not approach him.
Anyone who believes they have seen William Wenman or knows of his whereabouts should call police on 101 quoting reference 35/NT/18955/21, or report online at www.cambs.police.uk."