Wildfires in Los Angeles: Arson arrests and ongoing investigations
As devastating wildfires have destroyed huge swaths of Los Angeles County, incinerating homes and leaving at least 27 people dead, fire and law enforcement authorities have also had to contend with multiple cases of arson.
Los Angeles police arrest 4 people for allegedly trying to start new blazes as wildfire death toll rises to 25
Los Angeles police have arrested four people on arson charges for allegedly trying to ignite new fires as firefighters continue to fight the Palisades and Eaton blazes that have killed a combined
Los Angeles County charges eight in wildfire-related crimes
Eight individuals face charges for alleged crimes during Los Angeles County's wildfires, including arson and looting, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. The
New wildfire near Los Angeles explodes to 9,400 acres, forces evacuations
By David Swanson and Daniel Trotta CASTAIC, California (Reuters) -A new wildfire that broke out north of Los Angeles on Wednesday rapidly spread to more than 9,400 acres (38 square km), fueled by strong winds and dry brush,
California fires live updates: Los Angeles County fires death toll rises to 28
The Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire remain active. At least 28 people have died as multiple wildfires, fueled by severe drought conditions and strong winds, rage across Southern California. Thousands of firefighters have been battling wildfires across 45 square miles of densely populated Los Angeles County.
Thousands evacuated as new fast-growing fire ignites near Los Angeles
The Hughes fire ignited about 45 miles north-west of the city of Los Angeles on Wednesday morning, near Castaic Lake in a mountainous area that borders several residential areas and schools. The blaze grew to more than 9,
Fast-moving Hughes Fire erupts in Los Angeles County as California officials order evacuations
Officials ordered evacuations in the area surrounding the Hughes Fire on Wednesday morning, located near Castaic Lake in Los Angeles County.
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California wildfires live updates: Hughes Fire burns 10,000 acres in Los Angeles, Ventura counties
The fire — which erupted near Castaic Lake in Los Angeles County, north of Santa Clarita, late Wednesday morning — has grown to over 10,000 acres.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 23
Jan. 23 A new wildfire was reported today at 11 a.m. in Los Angeles County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. Currently, there is no data on the containment status of the fire and the cause has yet to be determined.
Los Angeles wildfires rekindle 'eco-terror' arson suspect manhunt after fake firefighters arrested
Fugitive Josephine Sunshine Overaker's alleged eco-terror cell "The Family" has been linked to more than two dozen arson ...
Los Angeles police chief details 3 arson arrests outside of wildfire zones
Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said three people have been arrested for arson in the past few days outside of recent ...
Celebrities Spread Los Angeles Fires Arson Theory
As blazes continue to devastate huge areas of Los Angeles county, a number of celebrities have questioned the source.
Los Angeles wildfires: California firebug arrest caught on video as police warn of arsonists
Azusa police have arrested a 39-year-old homeless man on arson charges after arriving to find him standing just steps away ...
Firefighters Extinguish Blaze in Los Angeles’ Griffith Park
The park is home to the Griffith Observatory, the Greek Theatre, the Los Angeles Zoo and the Hollywood Sign. The Los Angeles ...
Suspect Admits to Starting Fire in Los Angeles as Blazes Persist
According to Azusa police, a man who has admitted to setting a fire at a park has been arrested as the investigation ...
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Los Angeles Wildfires: Possible Arson Suspect Taken Into Custody
a person stopped by residents in the nearby Woodland Hills area was taken into custody by the Los Angeles Police ...
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Are arsonists responsible for the Los Angeles wildfires?
“There are arsonists out there,” he added, “but are there a band of arsonists running around Los Angeles right now? Not ...
Couple posing as Oregon firefighters in the Palisades area arrested for impersonation
The alleged suspects, identified as a 31-year-old man and a 44-year-old woman, wore turnout gear and had helmets and radios, ...