Defense attorneys for the suspect accused of sparking the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles held a news conference to call for his release, citing new evidence in the case.

The legal team representing the accused individual claims the new evidence supports their client's innocence in connection with the wildfire that devastated parts of Los Angeles. The attorneys did not immediately specify the nature of the evidence they say exonerates their client.

The Palisades Fire was among the destructive wildfires that struck the Los Angeles area, causing significant property damage and threatening lives in the affluent Pacific Palisades neighborhood and surrounding areas.

The suspect has been in custody since being charged in connection with the fire. His defense team's public call for release suggests they believe the new evidence is substantial enough to warrant dismissal of charges or release on bail.

The case remains under investigation as authorities continue to examine the cause and origin of the fire that forced thousands to evacuate their homes.