July 22, 2017 - The Mariposa County Sheriff's Office reports the Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office arrested Thomas Allen, 36, and Daniel Thomas, 38, both of Mariposa on Friday, July 21, 2017 at approximately 10:00 P.M.

Allen and Thomas were contacted by law enforcement within the evacuation area. Both had been contacted prior in the day and warned for trying to sneak throughout the evacuation area. As a result they were ordered to stay clear of the area and their vehicle was impounded.

Due to the prior offence and warning to stay out the area, both Allen and Thomas were placed under arrest for trespassing upon closed lands: PC 602(p).

The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office has been patrolling all evacuation areas since the start of the fire. We have utilized allied agencies to assist in safeguarding homes and properties in the affected areas. Over the last 7 days there has been an influx of over 40 additional law enforcement officers each day.

The Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office along with our allied agencies will continue to respond aggressively to these situations to ensure that property remains secure.
Source: Mariposa County Sheriff's Office