Betty Rae’s KCMO burglary suspect has long criminal record [Video]

A 78-year-old man who detectives said admitted to burglarizing a River Market ice cream shop and spending the money on drugs and gambling has a long criminal history.Kansas City, Missouri, Police arrested John Heckman at a Kansas City, Kansas home following the burglary at Betty Rae’s early Sunday morning,The entire incident was captured on surveillance video.“First and foremost, thanks to the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department for their hard work, and the detective that we met, and the people that worked alongside him were great to us. They communicated with us all along the way. So, we’re thankful for their effort, and we’re super excited that we got this individual, at least for today, off the streets,” said Matt Shatto, Betty Rae’s owner.Missouri Court records show Heckman has pleaded guilty in 10 different felony cases since 1997.In November 1997, Heckman pleaded guilty to stealing in Platte County and was sentenced …