Pennsylvania Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Fire at Governor Shapiro's Mansion

Attack on Governor Shapiro's Mansion

• 🚨 Governor Josh Shapiro and his family were forced to evacuate their home early Sunday morning due to a fire.
• 🎯 The incident occurred around 2 AM, with state police banging on the door to alert the family.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Governor Shapiro, his wife, and their four children were unharmed, but new images reveal the charred interior where the fire was set.

Suspect and Allegations

• 👤 Cody Bomber, a 38-year-old man from Harrisburg, has been taken into custody and charged with attempted murder.
• ⛓️ Police allege Bomber scaled the exterior fence and gained entry, possibly using a homemade incendiary device to start the fire.
• 🧠 Bomber's mother stated that her son suffers from an unknown mental illness and that she had sought help for him days prior without success.

Governor's Response and Context

• 🗣️ Governor Shapiro condemned the violence, stating, "This kind of violence is becoming far too common in our society."
• 🕊️ The attack occurred hours after Shapiro posted about his family celebrating the first night of Passover, emphasizing their right to celebrate their faith openly.
• 🚫 Shapiro vowed that no one would deter him or his family from openly celebrating their faith.