Burglary suspects dressed as firefighters arrested in L.A. fire zone, officials say
Briefly

Los Angeles authorities reported 29 arrests linked to recent fire zones, including individuals impersonating firefighters to commit burglaries amid ongoing emergencies.
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell emphasized the lengths to which individuals go, noting the bizarre case of a suspect in a fire jacket burglarizing homes during a crisis.
Sheriff Robert Luna indicated that the arrested individuals were not locals, some of whom were found with firearms and drugs, heightening safety concerns.
In response to these incidents, curfews remain enforced in fire zones, with continuous patrols by the National Guard and police to maintain order.
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