Arson at Pennsylvania Governor's Residence: Suspect in Custody
CBS New YorkMay 7, 20251 min17,503 views
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- 🚨 A suspected arson fire occurred at the official residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.
- 👨👩👧👦 Governor Shapiro, his family, and another family were inside the home at the time of the incident.
- ⏰ The governor and his family were alerted by police banging on the door around 2:00 a.m.
- ✅ All individuals present escaped the fire safely.
Suspect Apprehended and Charges
- 👮 38-year-old Cody Balmer of Harrisburg has been taken into custody.
- ⚖️ Balmer is expected to face charges including attempted murder, terrorism, and attempted arson.
- 🧱 Police report the suspect hopped a fence and forcibly entered the house before starting the fire.
- 🧪 Investigators found that the suspect possessed a homemade incendiary device.
Governor's Reaction and Motive
- 🗣️ Governor Shapiro expressed emotional distress regarding the fire and the rise of such violence.
- ⚠️ He stated that this type of violence is "not okay" and is becoming too common, regardless of its origin.
- ❓ A possible motive for the arson has not yet been determined by investigators.
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