Thousands of dollar's worth of stolen firefighting equipment was recovered after it was stolen fire crews working on the Detwiler Fire.
The California Highway Patrol in Stockton arrested 30-year-old Tyler Boyle after they stopped his stolen car, and found some of the equipment inside.
"We're outraged that someone would come here and do this. These men and women are here, literally risking their lives to protect us and protect our homes, and for them to be victimized while they're doing is it absolutely unacceptable," said Becky Hagen, CHP Officer.
Authorities said the thefts started on Sunday in Merced County when the crews staying in Santa Nella reported several radios and uniforms stolen.