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Appellate court says Molotov cocktail thrower doesn't meet definition of 'terrorist'
A state appeals court tossed out the terrorism conviction of a Troy man who hurled a Molotov cocktail at police during a ...
'The Molotov cocktail is no different than a gun,' Fire officials discuss arson investigation at Governor's Residence
The Harrisburg fire chief described on Monday what he and his department were up against early Sunday morning as the Governor ...
Closed door helped save Gov. Shapiro and his family in arson attack on their home that caused millions in damage: officials
Cody Balmer, 38, is accused of using homemade Molotov cocktails to set Shapiro’s official residence alight early Sunday in ...
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 ...
Before arson fire at PA governor's mansion, Cody Balmer's mom sought help. He didn't get it
A police department defends actions after arson defendant's mom says police, crisis unit failed to help her son before he allegedly set fire.
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What's known about the man accused of setting fire to Gov. Josh Shapiro's home in Harrisburg
Cody Balmer, 38, surrendered to Pennsylvania State Police to face charges on Sunday. Investigators are still piecing together ...
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 ...
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Man accused of arson attack at Pa. governor’s residence referenced Palestine in 911 call, docs say
The search warrant quotes Cody Balmer, 38, as saying Gov. Josh Shapiro needs to know that he "will not take part in his plans ...