Overview

• Cody Balmer, 38, was arrested and charged with attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson, and aggravated assault after admitting to the attack on Governor Shapiro’s residence.
• The suspect scaled a fence, broke windows, and set fires using homemade incendiary devices, causing significant damage to the mansion but no injuries.
• Balmer confessed to police that he harbored hatred toward the governor and planned to attack him with a hammer if encountered during the incident.
• The attack occurred early Sunday morning, hours after Shapiro and his family hosted a Passover Seder, an event the governor described as a celebration of faith and resilience.
• State and federal agencies, including the FBI, are conducting a thorough investigation and reviewing security measures to prevent future breaches.