Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna has issued a firm warning to looters exploiting the chaos caused by the unprecedented wildfires sweeping across California.
During a Wednesday press briefing, Luna condemned the actions of those taking advantage of abandoned homes and properties, promising swift arrests and prosecutions.
“It’s always sad when I have to say this, but part of our responsibility is to make sure nobody loots or steals from our community members who are already being impacted,” Luna stated.
Authorities have already made at least two arrests for looting, and the sheriff did not mince words when addressing potential offenders.
“If you are thinking about coming into any of these areas to steal from our residents, I’m going to tell you something: You’re going to be caught, you’re going to be arrested, and you’re going to be prosecuted,” he said.
LA County Sheriff Robert Luna reports there have been 2 arrests for looting and says they are all “going to be prosecuted”
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Sheriff Luna also emphasized that impacted areas are strictly off-limits to unauthorized individuals.
“Stay out of these areas,” he demanded. “They’re only for emergency