Shapiro speaks on his attacker’s guilty plea

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Shapiro speaks on his attacker’s guilty plea Christina Lengyel October 16, 2025 October 15, 2025

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(The Center Square) – Following a guilty plea from arsonist Cody Balmer for the April firebombing of his official residence in Harrisburg, Gov. Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro held a press conference at the capitol, closing one chapter of a tumultuous year.

Shapiro expressed satisfaction with the plea and gratitude toward Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo and the state’s law enforcement teams who ensured that justice was served.

In addition to terrorism and several other charges, Balmer pled guilty to attempted murder, a count S