Summary
Cody Balmer, a man from the United States, pleaded guilty to setting fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion. He admitted to several charges, including attempted murder and arson, after climbing a security fence and using petrol-filled beer bottles to start the fire. No one was injured in the incident, but it caused significant damage to the building.
Key Facts
- Cody Balmer was charged with setting fire to the Pennsylvania governor's mansion in an April 13 attack.
- He pleaded guilty to attempted murder, terrorism, arson, and other charges.
- Balmer used beer bottles filled with petrol to start the fire, causing millions of dollars in damage.
- The fire occurred shortly after the governor's family celebrated the Jewish holiday of Passover.
- Governor Josh Shapiro and his family were evacuated safely; no injuries were reported.
- Balmer received a prison sentence of 25 to 50 years as part of a plea deal.
- Balmer's mental health issues were cited during court proceedings.
- The residence, built in 1968, was damaged and is undergoing repairs and security upgrades.
