Arson probe launched after car is engulfed in flames in Compton, allegedly torched by street racers

Saturday, August 31, 2024
COMPTON, Calif. (KABC) -- An arson investigation is underway in Compton after street racers allegedly set a car on fire.

It happened just after midnight Saturday in the parking lot of a CVS Pharmacy store on Central Avenue and Alondra Boulevard.

Authorities said they initially responded to the area after receiving reports of a street takeover. When they arrived, the crowds dispersed and they found a car on fire.

No arrests have been made.

The incident remains under investigation.

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