Police investigate burglary at Barton sugarhouse

BARTON — The Vermont State Police are investigating a burglary that occurred sometime Saturday night at a sugarhouse on Route 16 in Barton.

The break-in was reported at approximately 7:13 a.m. Sunday. According to the victim, Gerald Fortin, 53, of Orleans, an unknown person or persons broke into the sugarhouse and stole several items.

Some of the items reported stolen include an Everstart battery charger, two Makita cordless impact drivers, a Makita cordless drill, a Makita cordless circular saw, a Dewalt cordless framing nail gun, a Skil saw, a quart of maple syrup, and a jet sled.

Anyone with information about the burglary, the identity of those responsible or the location of the stolen items is asked to contact the Derby Barracks at 802-334-8881.

The investigation is ongoing.