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Pa. Governor’s Residence Underwent Extensive Security Upgrades Before Last Month’s Arson Attack
- On April 13, 2025, Cody Balmer set fire to a section of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's official residence in Harrisburg, forcing the family to flee overnight.
- Cody Balmer, 38, who faces multiple charges including attempting to kill and setting a fire at the governor's residence, is requesting a postponement of his May 28 court hearing as he continues to receive mental health care at Waymart prison.
- The governor's heavily protected Georgian-style mansion underwent more than $600,000 in security upgrades over three years, including extensive maintenance and window replacements in 2023.
- Despite the upgrades, Balmer scaled the fence, broke windows, and used gasoline-filled bottles to start the fire, which caused millions in damage but resulted in no injuries.
- Authorities continue investigating possible motives, including bias, while Balmer's competency to stand trial is being evaluated and officials emphasize ensuring he is mentally fit when the case proceeds.
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Suspect in arson at Gov. Josh Shapiro's official residence to seek delay in next court hearing
The suspect, Cody Balmer, had been scheduled to appear in court next Wednesday for a hearing to determine whether prosecutors have enough evidence against Balmer to take the case to trial.
·Pittsburgh, United States
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Suspect in Pa. governor’s residence arson seeks delay in next court hearing
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man accused of trying to burn down Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro ‘s official residence is seeking to delay his next scheduled court appearance because he is receiving mental health treatment, his lawyer said Friday.
·Harrisburg, United States
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Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor's official residence to seek delay in next court hearing
A man accused of trying to burn down Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s official residence is seeking to delay his next court appearance because he's receiving mental health treatment
·United States
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