Matthew Tennant and Kevin Swigler have been sentenced to prison following their involvement in a series of violent armed robberies in Coventry. In these incidents, they entered residential properties, threatening occupants with a handgun, crowbar, and hammer to steal valuables. This pattern of criminal behavior escalated quickly, raising significant concerns about safety in the community.

The first robbery took place in August 2025 when the pair broke into a home and assaulted the occupant, coercing him into handing over his car keys while wielding a crowbar. They continued their crime spree by forcibly entering another property, where they made further threats with a handgun. These alarming actions not only put the victims in immediate physical danger but also instilled fear among other residents in the area.

After a series of criminal acts, the duo was captured by police while attempting to flee in a stolen vehicle. Law enforcement officers discovered a handgun in the car, which added to the severity of their charges. The successful apprehension of Tennant and Swigler serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing violent crime, especially home invasions, and the need for continued vigilance in community safety efforts.