Arsonist Cody Balmer Pleads Guilty
Cody Balmer, the 38-year-old suspected arsonist, has pleaded guilty to all charges against him, including attempted murder and terrorism.
He appeared in person at the Dauphin County Courthouse in Harrisburg, where he pleaded guilty to charges such as attempted murder of Gov. Shapiro, aggravated arson, burglary, and over 20 counts of arson.
Balmer was sentenced to 25-50 years behind bars and will not be eligible for parole until April 13, 2050, when he will be 63 years old.
Cody Balmer pleaded guilty to all charges, including one count of the attempted murder of Gov. Shapiro.
- Charges: attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson, burglary, and over 20 counts of arson
- Sentence: 25-50 years behind bars
- Parole eligibility: April 13, 2050, at the age of 63
Author's summary: Cody Balmer pleads guilty to firebombing Governor Josh Shapiro's residence.