Summary
A Pennsylvania man, Cody Balmer, admitted to setting fire to the governor's mansion while the governor's family was inside. Balmer was charged with attempted murder, arson, and terrorism, and received a prison sentence of 25 to 50 years. The attack caused significant damage but resulted in no injuries.
Key Facts
- Cody Balmer, 38, pleaded guilty to charges including attempted murder and arson.
- The attack took place at the Pennsylvania governor's mansion while Governor Josh Shapiro's family was present.
- Balmer used beer bottles filled with gasoline to set the fire.
- The incident caused millions of dollars in damage but did not result in injuries.
- Balmer was sentenced to 25 to 50 years in prison as part of a plea deal.
- The fire occurred shortly after a Passover celebration at the mansion.
- Balmer turned himself in the day following the attack and faced multiple charges.
- There were no sprinklers in the mansion, which was built in 1968.
