""They are trying to take advantage of people at some of their lowest moments," Hochman said, standing on a plot of land in Altadena where the home of a county employee once stood before it was destroyed in the fire."
""There's a reason it's quick. And there's a reason it's cheaper," he said."
""criminal contractors.""
Five people were arrested and charged with working as unlicensed contractors in an area affected by the Eaton Fire. The arrests followed an October undercover sting targeting individuals believed to be offering illegal repairs to fire-damaged properties. The Eaton Fire killed 18 people and destroyed about 9,400 homes in Altadena. Unlicensed contractors often lack insurance and ask for excessive upfront payments, increasing the risk of fraud and leaving homeowners with limited recourse if work goes wrong. None of the five arrested individuals performed work on any home. Additional charges are expected as part of a broader anti-fraud operation, and other homeowners have reported concerns to prosecutors.
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