Hollywood and West Hollywood Residents Wake Up on Arsonist Fire Friday Morning

On Friday, December 30, 2011 around 5:00 pm we received a tactical alert call from the Los Angeles Police Department notifying us of  arsonist fires in Hollywood area. They asked if the public see any fire to call immediately 911.

KTLA News is reporting that Authorities are searching for one or more suspects after a rash of arson fires in West Hollywood and Hollywood early Friday morning, including one that damaged the former residence of Jim Morrison.

At least 19 fires have erupted, officials said. The fires have mainly started in vehicles or carports.

Remember to report any fire you believe to be arson or of suspicious origin, you can call the 24-hour L.A. County Arson Hotline: 1-800-633-2836 or the City of Los Angeles Arson Hotline: 213-893-9800.

Sources: LAPD, KTLA, ABC 7 & Associated Press
Photo credit to: benwatts

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