Mexican Restaurant In Sun Valley Already Beset By Break-Ins Hit By Arsonist

SUN VALLEY (CBSLA.com)   — Authorities said a Mexican restaurant in Sun Valley already beset by a series of break-ins has now been hit by an arsonist.

The fire did heavy damage to Rocio's Mole de los Dioses causing a roof collapse, officials said.

Police said someone lit magazines on fire and torched the eatery located in the 8200 block of Sunland Boulevard.

The fire also destroyed the kitchen.

A restaurant employee told reporters that the restaurant has endured four break-in in just the past two months.

The restaurant will be closed for at least six months to make necessary repairs. At least 20 people are temporarily left without jobs.