GAINESVILLE--Police say a man broke into a home early Tuesday morning, but apparently got cold feet and ran out leaving behind a single dress sock. 

36-year-old Timothy Lawrence was arrested outside a home on Northwest Sixth Street. 

The homeowners called police when they realized someone had broken in. 

Their Christmas gifts were stacked up near the door and a purse had been opened.

On the purse was a dress sock.

Lawrence was wearing the matching sock. 

He faces armed burglary and other charges. 

He told officers he was making sure he didn't leave behind fingerprints.