Blowtorch Attack

Woodland Hills Residents Subdue Blowtorch-Wielding Arson Suspect Possibly Linked to Kenneth Fire

The Kenneth Fire, burning over 950 acres in Los Angeles’ West Hills, is under investigation as potential arson. Authorities have detained a suspect after residents apprehended a man attempting to ignite multiple fires in the Woodland Hills area with a blowtorch. This individual, arrested near Arcos Drive and Galendo Street, may be connected to the Kenneth Fire, according to a police source. The arrest followed reports of the man attempting to set fire to Christmas trees and garbage cans.

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