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Suspect Arrested in Governor’s Mansion Fire

April 15th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

Authorities have a suspect in custody in the arson attempt of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s official residence. Early Sunday morning, the Shapiro family fled the blaze that was started with Molotov cocktails after a break-in.  Pennsylvania District Attorney Fran Chardo gave details on the Harrisburg suspect’s charges…

  

“Cody Balmer is in custody. We are preparing a criminal complaint to charge him. This is not of record yet, but the charges will include attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson, and aggravated assault against an enumerated person.”

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