Prosecutors said Steve Farzam has allegedly impersonated first responders since 1999 and entered the Palisades Fire zone by using forged firefighter credentials.

A Southern California man has been charged for allegedly impersonating a firefighter after officials found a fire truck and other first responder gear at his home, according to the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office.

The man was also accused of targeting an aircraft with a laser, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office