A suspect linked to the Kenneth Fire in Woodland Hills was apprehended on Thursday and is now being questioned by the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), according to various media outlets. Photos shared by local residents show officers detaining the individual in the Woodland Hills area. Authorities have not yet disclosed the identity of the suspect.
The Kenneth Fire erupted in Woodland Hills earlier this week, rapidly engulfing over 960 acres and prompting widespread evacuation orders. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) announced a mandatory evacuation for residents in the affected areas. A statement from LAFD directed residents to vacate the region south of Vanowen Street to Burbank Boulevard and from County Lane Road eastward to E Valley Circle Boulevard. The advisory emphasized the immediate nature of the evacuation to ensure public safety.
Who is this person accused of Kenneth Fire Arson?
Was this coordinated?🔥 pic.twitter.com/P0WAzdgLta
— The Temple Co 🔺 (@The_Temple_Co) January 10, 2025
Details surrounding the suspect’s arrest remain sparse, though a report from Newsweek provided additional context. Citing an LAPD official, the report noted that a man was reportedly seen attempting to ignite a fire near the 21700 block of Ybarra Road in Los Angeles at approximately 4:30 PM local time. The official, however, clarified that the connection between the suspect and the Kenneth Fire is still under investigation. “We are continuing our investigation and cannot confirm any link to the Kenneth Fire at this time,” the LAPD spokesperson stated.
Images of the arrest circulated widely on social media, sparking community discussions about the gravity of arson-related crimes. The Los Angeles District Attorney, Nathan Hochman, addressed the incident during a public statement, warning of severe consequences for anyone involved in arson. “The penalty could extend to life imprisonment if the arson results in fatalities,” Hochman remarked. He further underscored the district attorney’s commitment to pursuing maximum penalties for such crimes.
This is the suspect accused of starting the 900+ acre (still ongoing) Kenneth Fire. LA residents caught him.
Swift trial, death penalty, televised. pic.twitter.com/JfkvxnED1s
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) January 10, 2025
“Justice will be swift, firm, and uncompromising,” Hochman affirmed. “This is a message to anyone considering arson, looting, or other serious offenses—we will hold you accountable.”
As investigations continue, local authorities and residents remain on edge, monitoring the aftermath of a fire that has left a significant mark on the Woodland Hills community.
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