Appearing at Falkirk Sheriff Court last Thursday, Forbes Johnston, Flat 5/2, Matthew Steele Court, Bo’ness, had admitted forcing his way into the property on Baker Street, Bo’ness on June 11 while on bail.
Johnston made off with a haul which included £71.10 and 300 euros in cash, as well as three packets of cigarettes, after smashing a window to gain entry into the property.
The court heard how Johnston has a long-term drug abuse problem and has used heroin since he was a teenager.
Sheriff Derek Livingston sentenced Johnston to eight months in prison.