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L.A. Authorities Arrest Looters Amid Ongoing Wildfire Crisis

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L.A. Authorities Arrest Looters Amid Ongoing Wildfire Crisis

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  • At least 20 individuals have been arrested in evacuated areas of Los Angeles County for looting during the ongoing wildfire crisis.
  • L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger condemned the looters during a news conference, promising accountability for their actions.
  • L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna emphasized that law enforcement will maintain a strong presence in evacuated zones to prevent further looting.
  • Authorities highlighted that remaining in an evacuation area could lead to a misdemeanor charge, with certain crimes resulting in felony charges.
  • As wildfires rage, at least five fatalities have been reported, with over 6,000 structures destroyed and 130,000 residents under evacuation orders.

For the full article, visit The Daily Beast.

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