Deputy Bryon Walker is investigating this fire that destroyed a truck belonging to Mason County Fiscal Court as well as the theft of several tools from the Mason County Road Department. – George Sparks Photo

Deputy Bryon Walker is investigating the theft of a county owned pick-up from Mason County that was found burning on Simmons Road early Monday, December 18.

Walker said 911 dispatchers were notified of a burning vehicle about 6:00 a.m. Monday when those living in the area heard a series of loud noises and saw the burning vehicle.

Walker said he responded to the scene along with Tollesboro Fire and Rescue where the extended cab Ford F-250 pick-up was found.