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The Independent UK
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Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania governor's official residence to seek delay in next court hearing

Pennsylvania Governor Arson - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

A man accused of trying to burn down Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro 's official residence is seeking to delay his next scheduled court appearance because he is receiving mental health treatment, his lawyer said Friday.

The suspect, Cody Balmer, had been scheduled to appear in court next Wednesday for a hearing to determine whether prosecutors have enough evidence against Balmer to take the case to trial.

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