Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence has been denied bail
- Cody Balmer, 38, is accused of breaking into Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's residence and setting a fire using Molotov cocktails, causing millions in damage, according to officials.
- Governor Josh Shapiro and his family escaped the fire thanks to a closed door that contained the flames, said Harrisburg Fire Chief Brian Enterline.
- Balmer was denied bail after facing charges including attempted murder, arson, and terrorism intended to coerce government conduct, as reported during his court hearing.
- Governor Shapiro stated that such violence is unacceptable and should stop, claiming it is becoming far too common in society.
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Closed door helped save Gov. Shapiro and his family in arson attack on their home: officials
Cody Balmer, 38, is accused of using homemade Molotov cocktails to set Shapiro's official residence alight early Sunday in the state capital of Harrisburg -- torching an entire room and causing millions of dollars in damage.
Suspect charged in arson fire at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence
A Pennsylvania man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder, terrorism and other offenses in connection with a fire at Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence in Harrisburg, according to court documents. Police said it was arson. Shapiro and his family evacuated the home and were not harmed. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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