Early Sunday morning, a man named Cody Balmer attacked the home of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. He threw several Molotov cocktails at the mansion. Molotov cocktails are homemade firebombs. People make them using bottles, gas, and a rag. The man threw them to start a big fire. People slept inside the house during the attack. Luckily, the fire didn’t hurt anyone. But the flames damaged the house and nearby areas. Firefighters rushed to the scene. They worked fast and stopped the fire from spreading. The whole thing was scary and dangerous.
Harrisburg Fire Chief Calls the Suspect a Domestic Terrorist
After the fire was out, Fire Chief Brian Enterline spoke to the press. He did not hold back his words. He called the man a “domestic terrorist.” That means someone who attacks people in his own country. The chief said he was angry and had no compassion for this kind of person. He believes people who hurt others should not get any comfort or second chances. He said the suspect put firefighters and families in danger. And for that, he deserves the toughest punishment.
Chief Says El Salvador Prison Would Be a Good Place for the Suspect
During the press meeting, Chief Enterline gave a strong opinion. He said if the man is found guilty, he should be sent to prison in El Salvador. That prison is one of the world’s toughest. It is called the Terrorism Confinement Center. It holds gang members and dangerous people. The chief said, “I would support that 100%.” He believes that someone who attacks Americans should not enjoy the freedoms we have. He said this country is for people who respect others, not for those who try to harm them.
Suspect Arrested and Facing Serious Charges After Firebomb Attack
The man who got arrested is named Cody Balmer. He is 38 years old. Police caught him Sunday evening. They charged him with many serious crimes. These include attempted murder, arson, assault, and terrorism. These are big charges that can lead to many years in prison. The attack was not random. Police believe Balmer planned it. He brought the firebombs with him and knew what he was doing.
Suspect’s Online Posts Show Extreme Views and Anger
After the arrest, investigators looked at Balmer’s social media pages. What they found was full of hate and extreme ideas. He posted messages against the government and against rich people. He seemed angry at the system. Some of his posts were far-left and anti-capitalist. That means he doesn’t believe in the way the American economy works. His words online showed he was very upset and full of rage.
