The suspect, identified as Jose Carranza-Escobar, who the police describe as a “transient with a last known address in Azusa,” was found standing near the flames.
Azusa, California Police arrested a man late Friday night for allegedly starting a brush fire at Pioneer Park, located at 1360 N. Dalton Ave. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 11:30 pm after a witness reported the fire and indicated the suspect was still nearby.
The suspect, identified as Jose Carranza-Escobar, who the police describe as a “transient with a last known address in Azusa,” was found standing near the flames. According to police, Carranza-Escobar admitted to starting the fire and was taken into custody without incident. Firefighters from Los Angeles County quickly extinguished the blaze.
Authorities are working to assess any potential damage caused by the fire. The case has been referred to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s arson unit, and evidence is expected to be presented early next week for possible charges.
This incident occurred as Southern California battles multiple large-scale, out-of-control wildfires, including the Eaton Fire, which has scorched over 14,000 acres in Altadena, and the Pacific Palisades wildfire, which has burned approximately 24,000 acres in West LA. Carranza-Escobar is not linked to these major fires.
Azusa is located about 16 miles east of Altadena, placing it in close proximity to areas impacted by these devastating wildfires.
LA Mayor Karen Bass released a video over the weekend expressing her condolences and support for victims. In her message, Bass praised first responders for their tireless efforts and emphasized the resilience of Los Angeles residents.
“I’ve seen the devastation. It is unbelievable the amount of loss that people have experienced,” Bass said in the video. She noted her visit to the Sylmar Command Post, where she observed firefighters successfully containing fires in some areas.
Private firefighters and prison inmates have joined the response efforts as wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles County. The fires, which began last week, have claimed at least 16 lives.
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