"5 Arrested in Connection with 6 Murders in California Desert Marijuana Dispute"

Five men have been arrested in connection with the killing of six men in the Southern California desert, with sheriff's officials stating that the dispute likely stemmed from illicit marijuana. The victims were found shot to death, with four bodies partially burned. The area is known for illegal marijuana growing operations, and the violence is reminiscent of a drug cartel. The suspects, aged 24 to 34, were arrested, and authorities believe all are in custody. The incident highlights the ongoing issue of the illegal marijuana market despite the state's legalization of recreational marijuana in 2016.