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Florida man Jonathan Rinderknecht, 30, faces trial starting Monday for allegedly starting the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, which killed 12 people and destroyed over 6,000 homes in January 2025. Federal prosecutors claim Rinderknecht intentionally set a fire on Hidden Buddha Hill on January 1, leading to the larger Palisades Fire that broke out later. They describe him as isolated and erratic, citing his online searches for radical phrases and his comparison of the arson to a murder case. With up to 50 witnesses expected, the trial could last 10 days, and Rinderknecht faces up to 45 years in prison if convicted. Residents continue to grapple with the aftermath of the fire, dealing with insurance and rebuilding challenges. #PalisadesFire #arson #community #trial #wildfire #SpencerPratt https://www.wtae.com/article/jury-selection-florida-man-accused-palisades-fires/71520886