Valencia woman arrested for looting antiques from fire-damaged home in California

A Valencia woman was arrested for allegedly looting antiques from a home damaged by the Palisades Fire. Authorities responded to reports of looting and later found Karen Mastey with stolen items at her home in Valencia. The California Highway Patrol acted quickly after receiving a detailed description of the suspect. Mastey was charged with grand theft and booked at a local sheriff's station. In response to rising looting incidents, California lawmakers are proposing a bill to make looting a felony, increasing potential prison sentences. The bill has bipartisan support and aims to protect victims in fire-affected areas.