What will be the outcome of the arson investigation for the Kenneth Fire by June 30, 2025?
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Residents Detain Suspected Arsonist as Kenneth Fire Burns Over 1,000 Acres in Los Angeles County
Jan 10, 2025, 03:37 AM
Los Angeles authorities are investigating the Kenneth Fire in Los Angeles County as a case of arson. A suspect, a homeless man in his 30s, is in custody after being detained by residents who reportedly saw him attempting to start a fire with a blowtorch. The fire, which began on Thursday afternoon at the Victory Trailhead—now declared a crime scene—has burned over 1,000 acres in the Calabasas, West Hills, and Woodland Hills areas. Firefighters are battling the blaze as it continues to threaten homes and has prompted evacuations.
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