Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast Retired Burglar Reveals His Secrets | PNO
Nov 23, 2025
A retired burglar shares his thrilling journey from a child sneaking into cars to ransacking homes. He talks about his father's influence and the escalation of his crimes, including a shocking encounter during a burglary. Life inside youthful offender prisons and the harsh realities of gang politics paint a stark picture. After release, his struggle to adapt and the impact of his past on family life are explored. The transition to YouTube and the ensuing conflict adds a modern twist to his story, revealing the ongoing challenges of redemption.
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Early Theft Escalated Quickly
- PNO started petty theft at 14, stealing from unlocked cars and escalating to houses with his strung-out father.
- By 15 he was regularly hitting houses and sometimes loading flat-screens and computers into cars to drive off.
The Bob Knock Gone Wrong
- PNO describes a burglary where he used a 'bob knock' then jimmied a door and found a naked woman in a back room, prompting a panicked escape.
- He and his dad fled on foot or bike and split a modest take, including drugs and cash.
Juvenile System Hardened Not Helped
- PNO says juvenile programs often inflicted or exposed him to more violence and abuse, hardening him rather than rehabilitating him.
- He argues juvenile leniency combined with repeated short detentions set youths up for worse adult sentences later.
