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Arsonist Held Without Bail After Targeting Pennsylvania Governor's Residence

Cody Balmer faces multiple charges, including attempted murder and terrorism, as investigations reveal his methods and motives behind the April 13 attack.

Overview

  • Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his family escaped unharmed after Cody Balmer set fire to their residence using homemade Molotov cocktails made from gasoline-filled Heineken bottles.
  • Balmer, who admitted to the attack and expressed hatred toward Shapiro, is being held without bail and faces charges including attempted murder, aggravated arson, and terrorism.
  • Fire Chief Brian Enterline credited closed interior doors in the mansion with preventing the fire from spreading rapidly, potentially saving lives during the Passover celebration.
  • Investigations revealed Balmer surveilled the residence, scaled a fence, and broke windows to gain entry before igniting the devices, causing significant property damage.
  • Balmer's mother disclosed that her son struggles with mental health issues and was not taking his prescribed medication at the time of the attack.

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