How did burglars break into the Echo Park fire station last week? They entered through the back door that was left open by one of the firefighters , said Rampart burglary detective Mario Mota. “This was a crime of opportunity as the rear door was left open by a firefighter arriving to work to start his shift.” The door was propped open with a rope.
The LAPD is still looknig for the burglars who stole firefighters’ personal property as well as department-issued boots, jackets and other equipment.
