The Proceedings of the Old Bailey

Reference Number	t17000115-44
Verdict	Guilty > lesser offence
Sentence	Miscellaneous > branding on cheek

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  Robert Collins , of the Parish of  St. Pauls Covent Garden , was Indicted for Felony and Burglary, for breaking the House of   Gerrard Kerby , on the 19th. of December last, and taking thence 4 pewter Pots, and 20 l. Weight of Beef , the Goods were found hid in a Feather-bed in the Prisoners Lodging; he denied the Fact, saying, He found them in a Sack in the Street, and brought them home to his Lodging; but that did not avail him, the Jury found him Guilty of the Felony, and Acquitted him of the Burglary .

[Branding. See summary.]