LA’s undercover operations nab illegal fireworks sellers

As fireworks pose a significant wildfire threat in Southern California, Los Angeles authorities are conducting sting operations to crack down on those who are trying to sell high-powered explosive from out of state.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department has been trying to track down suspected fireworks sellers by going on social media and posing as potential buyers.

During Wednesday’s operation, deputies cornered a person’s car at a gas station in Paramount after learning the suspect was trying to sell illegal fireworks…

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