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<\/p>\nThe LAPD has arrested a man in the Woodland Hills area of Los Angeles on suspicion of arson related to the Kenneth Fire, which is now spreading toward Hidden Hills and Calabasas.<\/p>\n
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Authorities have confirmed that the fire, which has been rapidly spreading due to strong winds, was deliberately set.<\/p>\n
In an interview with NewsNation, Charles Dinsel, a senior lead officer with the LAPD, stated: \u201cWhat we know right now is that the incident occurred, started here, and about 20 minutes [to] 30 minutes later a suspect was detained over the Woodland Hills area by citizens.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Kenneth Fire has burned more than 950 acres.<\/p>\n
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According to Fox News, the arrest took place around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday near Arcos Drive and Galendo Street. Local residents saw a man riding a bicycle while carrying a torch and attempting to set fire to old Christmas trees and garbage cans. Fortunately, they intervened, subdued him, and secured him with zip ties.<\/p>\n
The man was held by the residents until law enforcement arrived at the scene.<\/p>\n
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Authorities have not disclosed the suspect\u2019s identity and are currently investigating whether he is connected to other fires in the area.<\/p>\n
At first, the LAPD commented, \u201cThere\u2019s no way to know at this moment exactly where and how the series of fires started, but an investigation is underway.\u201d<\/p>\n
Celebrities like Henry Winkler, Chris Brown, and Elizabeth Chambers suggested the possibility of intentional arson, prompting this response.<\/p>\n
The LA wildfires have claimed 10 lives and caused numerous injuries. Despite firefighters\u2019 relentless efforts, the fires remain uncontained.<\/p>\n
The wildfires have already destroyed over 10,000 structures, including several iconic landmarks.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe are expecting this fire to rapidly spread due to high winds,\u201d stated LA Mayor Karen Bass.<\/p>\n
Officials suspect that the Kenneth Fire, the most recent in a string of fires devastating parts of Los Angeles, started in the San Fernando Valley, near Ventura County and the West Hills neighborhood in the northwest area of the city.<\/p>\n
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The Kenneth Fire is currently burning to the north of the Palisades Fire.<\/p>\n
According to Cal Fire, the Lidia Fire, which is the northernmost wildfire, is now 75% contained and has been removed from the list of active California Fire incidents.<\/p>\n
At present, the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire remain the most extensive and pose a considerable danger.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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