German national arrested in connection with Hollywood New Year's fires

A German man was arrested in connection with the arson attacks that set Hollywood ablaze this New Year’s weekend.  The man’s description and vehicle were linked to footage retrieved from surveillance video.

It is speculated that the man was embroiled in his mother’s immigration conflict with U.S. authorities.  Those details have yet to be confirmed.

Fifty two fires were deliberately set in Hollywood and surrounding neighbourhoods last weekend causing three million dollars worth of damage.  No one was killed.

It is believed the alleged arsonist acted alone.