WEST HOLLYWOOD—A fire that broke out at Roosterfish Bar, which is located on 8948 Santa Monica Blvd. in the city’s Rainbow District, is being investigated by arson investigators from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department West Hollywood Station.
The fire transpired on Wednesday, December 17, where deputies were dispatched. The fire occurred on the side of the building, which is located on North Robertson Boulevard.
According to a social media post by a security guard at a nearby nightclub, the staff were alerted about the fire by a customer, allowing it to be put out before any significant structural damage was caused. No injuries were reported. All of the patrons and staff were evacuated safely.
The security guard who made the social media post also claimed that the fire was started by a homeless person. In addition, there have been reports that this individual vandalized other local businesses, but none of this has been confirmed by the authorities.
By Daniel Diquinzio