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Defense will focus on suspect’s mental health in firebombing of Pa. Governor’s Residence
A team of attorneys from the Dauphin County Public Defender's Office will represent Balmer as they focus on his mental health ...
PennLive: Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home targeted the governor for his views on war in Gaza, warrant says
Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s residence, allegedly told 911 operators he ...
Man accused in Pennsylvania arson had limited criminal history: Who is Cody Balmer?
Cody Balmer, 38, was arrested and charged with offenses tied to the arson attack on Gov. Josh Shapiro's home. He has a ...
Suspected arsonist Cody Balmer accused of firebombing Gov. Shapiro’s home pictured — as his disturbing online photos are revealed
The suspected arsonist arrested over the firebombing attack on Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s home shared disturbing photos ...
Shapiro arson suspect’s family had sought help for days from authorities before attack
Cody Balmer’s family said before the attack, he acted erratically, including by chewing on batteries and disappearing for ...
Warrant says arson suspect targeted Gov. Josh Shapiro over views on Palestine: Report
A warrant obtained by news outlet PennLive details Cody Balmer's potential motive behind the arson attack at the Pennsylvania ...
Man charged with arson at Pennsylvania governor’s home struggled with mental health, brother says
A man charged with setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s mansion over the weekend had struggled with mental ...
Suspect in attack on Pa. governor wasn’t taking needed meds, mom says
Cody Balmer's mom told PennLive she called police three nights before the arson to try to get him involuntarily committed to ...
Pa. cops confirm Cory Balmer’s mom tried to have him committed 3 days before attack on governor — but they couldn’t do anything
Cops said that Pennsylvania law only allows involuntary commitment if someone is suicidal, harming themselves, unable to care ...