Burbank Man Taken into Custody for Having Illegal Fireworks

A man was arrested on Friday for possessing illegal fireworks following a search of his vehicle, according to the Burbank Police Department.

Around 3:20 p.m., officers noticed a red Toyota SUV obstructing an alley behind a business on the 3500 block of Burbank Boulevard.

During the interaction with the driver, identified as John Benne, police discovered that he was currently on probation. This led officers to conduct a search of the SUV, which yielded multiple illegal fireworks, including bottle rockets and a container of firecrackers.

The case underscores ongoing concerns regarding illegal fireworks in the region, particularly as fire safety remains a priority during dry seasons.