Attempted burglary charge over The Old Castle pub withdrawn

In the Dock <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>
In the Dock (Image: Newsquest)
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AN ATTEMPTED burglary charge relating to a Weymouth pub has been withdrawn.

Paul Glen, 53, appeared before Weymouth Magistrates’ Court after being charged in connection with an alleged incident at The Old Castle Public House in Sudan Road.

The charge had alleged that Glen attempted to enter the pub as a trespasser with the intention of stealing from inside on August 26, 2025.

The case came before Weymouth Magistrates’ Court for a first hearing, but the court record shows the offence was withdrawn.

No plea is recorded in relation to the charge.

Glen had been charged with attempted burglary with intent to steal under the Criminal Attempts Act 1981.

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