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News|WildlifeAuthorities charge man accused of starting deadly LA wildfirePolice say 29-year-old Jonathan Rinderknecht was behind fire that destroyed much of the Pacific Palisades neighbourhood.

Authorities in California have charged an individual with initiating a fire that resulted in significant destruction in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. The fire, which became the most destructive in the city's history, was linked to Jonathan…

ABy Angela WatersOct 08, 20251 min read

Authorities in California have charged an individual with initiating a fire that resulted in significant destruction in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. The fire, which became the most destructive in the city's history, was linked to Jonathan Rinderknecht, who allegedly started it on New Year's Day. Although initially extinguished, the fire reignited due to high winds.

The accused, Rinderknecht, was reported to have fled the scene but later returned to observe the fire. During an interview, he misrepresented his location. He was subsequently arrested in Florida and was scheduled for a court appearance.

According to the criminal complaint, investigators believe the fire was intentionally set, likely using a lighter on vegetation or paper. Various other potential causes, including fireworks and power lines, were investigated and dismissed.

The fire, which escalated on January 7, resulted in 12 fatalities and the destruction of over 6,000 homes and structures in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood. The blaze affected hillside areas, destroying properties with ocean and city views.

The fire, which became the most destructive in the city's history, was linked to Jonathan Rinderknecht, who allegedly started it on New Year's Day.
Angela Waters · Thehackingpost

Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, is pictured after his arrest on charges related to the Pacific Palisades Fire. Photo taken in Orlando, Florida, US, October 8, 2025 [Department of Justice/Handout via Reuters]

Authorities are also investigating a secondary fire, known as the Eaton Fire, which occurred on the same day in Altadena, resulting in 18 fatalities. The investigation into this fire's cause is ongoing.

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An independent review released in September highlighted deficiencies in resource allocation and outdated policies for emergency alerts, which delayed evacuation warnings. The report identified several weaknesses, including outdated policies and communication issues, that affected the response to the fires.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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