arson

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No arrests have been made, but the Met said the investigation is looking at an Islamist group with potential links to Iran which has claimed responsibility for a number of similar arson incidents across Europe.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

In January 2025, the Palisades fire was caused by a small arson fire that was handled by firefighters Jan. 1 but rekindled during severe wind conditions six days later.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

The owners of the bar, Jacques and Jessica Moretti, have been accused of manslaughter by negligence, bodily harm by negligence and arson by negligence.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

Viramontes shared the photo he took of the woman with arson investigators.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

C.P. had learned about the rally that afternoon in a phone call from one of his informants, a city arson inspector.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson