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Updated · OCRegister · Jul 10
Jennifer Pedranti Apologizes for Son's Role in 7-Acre Ladera Ranch Brushfire
Updated
Updated · OCRegister · Jul 10

Jennifer Pedranti Apologizes for Son's Role in 7-Acre Ladera Ranch Brushfire

3 articles · Updated · OCRegister · Jul 10

Summary

  • Jennifer Pedranti said on Instagram that her son and other boys were involved in the July 7 brushfire in Ladera Ranch, calling the incident unacceptable and apologizing to the community.
  • Three minors were questioned and no arrests were made, while Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Augie Romo said the cause remains under investigation and a full report is expected within 10 days.
  • Pedranti said no one was hurt and no property was damaged, and added that consequences are being imposed at home and that her son will take a fire safety course.
  • The apology came hours before Season 20 of "The Real Housewives of Orange County" premiered on Bravo, putting the family incident into public view as Pedranti returned to the show.

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