DERBY — Vermont State Police have arrested a 61-year-old Derby man in connection with a burglary at Hoagie’s Expressway that occurred late Thursday night.
Mark Marsden was taken into custody on Saturday and faces charges of burglary, unlawful mischief, and violation of conditions of release, according to a statement from the Vermont State Police.
The incident was reported to authorities early Friday morning when store employees discovered forced entry through a rear window of the establishment located on US Route 5. Surveillance footage showed a lone male suspect breaking into the store at approximately 11:49 p.m. on Thursday.
Initial investigation revealed that the burglar stole $300 in cash and a carton of Marlboro Red cigarettes valued at approximately $120. The suspect also reportedly caused about $1,500 in damage to the store.
Following a tip received on Friday, troopers identified Marsden as a suspect. After speaking with Marsden, officers obtained consent to search his residence, where they found evidence linked to the burglary. Authorities also learned that Marsden was violating active court-ordered conditions of release at the time of the incident.
Marsden was processed at the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks and subsequently lodged at Northern State Correctional Facility.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are asking anyone with additional information to contact the Vermont State Police Derby Barracks or submit an anonymous tip through the state police website.
