A man impersonating a firefighter was arrested while looting evacuated homes during California wildfires, causing fear among residents.
Los Angeles: A fake firefighter was caught trying to loot homes. He wore an old California Fire jacket. Police arrested him on Saturday. They also nabbed an accomplice nearby.
They were caught close to the Getty Villa, which almost got burned. A photographer saw the guy on a moped. He told the Daily Mail about it.
Residents are scared. A gang of 100 looters is hitting evacuated homes. One neighbor said they saw many men running up the street. It’s been chaotic.
People are worried about leaving their homes. One resident said it feels like the wild west. The situation is just crazy.
LA County Sheriff confirmed 20 looters were arrested. He condemned their actions, saying they took advantage of people in distress. It’s just wrong.
The District Attorney warned looters they will face serious consequences. He promised they would be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
As the Santa Ana winds fuel the fires, more evacuations are happening. Officials are even thinking about a curfew to keep order in the area.
