Prosecution expert debunks Palisades Fire suspect’s fireworks defense

A prosecution expert testified that the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles could not have been caused by New Year’s Eve fireworks, contradicting the suspect Jonathan Rinderknecht’s defense. Evidence including video footage and witness statements showed Rinderknecht was alone near the fire’s origin and did not observe fireworks, while a Bic lighter found in his car was linked to the blaze.