Cody Balmer Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder
Cody Balmer pleaded guilty to attempted murder for firebombing the home of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro.
Balmer, 38, faces 25 to 50 years in prison under a plea agreement. He told police he harbored "hatred" towards Governor Shapiro.
- Threw a Molotov cocktail at Shapiro's official residence during Passover.
- Told investigators he would have beaten Shapiro with a hammer if encountered.
Cody Balmer would "have beaten him with his hammer" if he encountered Shapiro during the attack.
Author's summary: Man pleads guilty to attempted murder for firebombing governor's home.