Los Angeles continues to grapple with a series of wildfires that have

left destruction in their wake, claiming lives, displacing thousands, and destroying countless homes.

Among these, the Kenneth Fire has emerged as a key focus, with authorities

suspecting it was intentionally set. A man has been arrested in connection

with the fire, which has already scorched over 960 acres and shows no signs of slowing down.
The Arrest
According to reports from local law enforcement, the suspect was apprehended after being spotted in a suspicious act.

Witnesses say the man was riding a bicycle while carrying a large blowtorch,

attempting to ignite trash bins and leftover Christmas trees in the area.Concerned

residents in the neighborhood acted quickly, detaining the man until the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) arrived to make the arrest.

The Independent reported that the suspect’s actions may have directly contributed to

the outbreak of the Kenneth Fire, one of the multiple blazes currently ravaging Southern California.

The fire department andpolice are working together to investigate the incident

and confirm the full extent of the suspect’s involvement. Read more below