Authorities in Pennsylvania arrested Cody Balmer, who allegedly set fire to Governor Josh Shapiro's residence, charged with multiple crimes including attempted murder. Balmer reportedly expressed hatred towards Shapiro and threatened violence if he had confronted the governor. Shapiro condemned the act of political violence during a press conference, emphasizing the need for societal improvement in addressing such incidents. Balmer was hospitalized for an unrelated medical issue after turning himself in. Investigations detailed how he accessed the residence grounds and executed the fire attack through multiple entry points.
"This type of violence is not ok! This kind of violence is becoming far too common in our society," Shapiro said. "We have to be better than this."
Balmer told police he had been 'harboring hatred' toward Governor Shapiro and would have attacked him with a hammer if encountered.
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