CUMBERLAND, MD - A Cumberland man is behind bars, accused of burglarizing at least two local homes.

Authorities say Richard Barrett broke into the LaVale homes during the day in order to steal cash.

At one home Barrett got into a brief struggle after one of the residents caught him red-handed. The victim was able to give authorities a detailed description of the suspect and a tag number for his getaway car.

Barrett is now charged with robbery and assault as well as several counts of burglary and theft.