A former Hollywood actor who has racked up more than 100 convictions burgled a house after missing the last bus home when drunk.
Jason Hoganson fell into a life of crime after playing a significant role in movie Empire State in 1988, ChronicleLive reports.
He struggled to deal with the success and had a traumatic childhood, a court heard. The 51-year-old has also struggled with drug and alcohol abuse and 'spiralled' into a mental health crisis after starring in the film.
His latest offence happened on April 19 this year just after midnight when he entered a property on Groat Market in Newcastle. READ MORE: Thug celebrates in court after being jailed for 'brutal' attack on city centre night out A resident became aware of him in his bedroom and he asked for a cigarette before leaving.
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