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Police Make Arrest In Suspected Car Arsons

from National Public Radio
January 2, 2012

Police in Los Angeles on Monday made an arrest in connection with a string of arson fires that have left that city on edge. Most of the fires were set in parked cars, and some spread to carports, garages and apartments. All Things Considered host Melissa Block talks to reporter Sam Quinones, who is following the story for the Los Angeles Times.

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  • All Things Considered, January 2, 2012
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