California police arrest two in Palisades Fire evacuation zone after 'suspicious' behavior

Authorities have apprehended two individuals for masquerading as members of the media to access a fire zone, following a spate of arrests where people were caught posing as firefighters.

Authorities say the two suspects allegedly forged press passes to unlawfully enter a Palisades Fire evacuation zone. 

Over the weekend, officers manning road closures for the Palisades Fire encountered two suspicious persons at different barricades, as confirmed by the California Highway Patrol in a recent press release.

A California Department of Corrections hand crew works containment lines ahead of the Palisades Fire

On Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, a hand crew from the California Department of Corrections can be seen establishing containment barriers in anticipation of the Palisades Fire in Santa Monica, California. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)

“These arrests underscore the strength of our partnership with LASD as we work together to secure and protect the communities affected by the wildfires,” CHP said in the latest statement. 

“Criminal activities such as unlawful entry into evacuation zones, forging press passes, and looting will not be tolerated.” 

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