Gerald Burton

MARQUETTE COUNTY The Michigan State Police (MSP) Negaunee Post announced the arrest of 34-year-old Gerald Burton of Ishpeming following multiple investigations into alleged criminal sexual conduct.

On April 23, Burton was arraigned in the 96th District Court on two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the First Degree. Following the arraignment, his bond was set at two thousand dollars ($2,000).

On April 25, Burton appeared again in the 96th District Court for a second arraignment on additional charges stemming from a separate investigation. These charges included one count of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the First Degree and two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the Fourth Degree. His bond was again set at two thousand dollars ($2,000). Burton is next due in court on May 14, 2025.

State Police believe there may be other victims, witnesses, or individuals with additional information regarding these cases. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the MSP Negaunee Post at 906-475-9922. The defendant is considered innocent unless proven guilty.