Photos show extensive fire damage to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s residence after arson attack

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's family and other guests were forced to leave their residence on Saturday after it was set on fire by a suspected terrorist.

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Extensive fire damage to the Pennsylvania Governor's Mansion and Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence is seen during a press conference on April 13, 2025 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Authorities have one suspect, Cody Balmer, in custody and say that the suspect accessed the property from a fence in the back. Matthew Hatcher/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks during a press conference outside of the Governor's Mansion after a portion of the property was damaged in an arson fire on April 13, 2025 in Harrisburg. Matthew Hatcher/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Shapiro and his family escaped unharmed and police have a suspect, Cody Balmer, in custody. (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Police investigate Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence after their building was set on fire by the suspect on Sunday, April 13, 2025 in Harrisburg, Pa. AP/PTI(AP04_14_2025_000004A) (AP)

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According to officials, Cody Balmer, 38, of Harrisburg, was arrested in relation to the alleged “targeted” attack just hours after Shapiro and his family had dinner at his house in the state capital to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Passover. (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Cody Balmer, the suspect, was due to face charges of attempted murder, terrorism, aggravated arson and aggravated assault, stated Dauphin County District Attorney Francis Chardo. Matthew Hatcher/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Journalists film fire damage at the Pennsylvania Governor's Mansion after a portion of the property was damaged in an arson fire on April 13, 2025 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.  (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Security guards Pennsylvania Governor's Mansion and Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence after massive blaze. (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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Colonel Christopher Paris of Pennsylvania State Police stated that the blaze was a well-planned attack, but he also stressed that the investigation is still ongoing. He did not provide a potential explanation. (Photo by Matthew Hatcher / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

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According to officials, Balmer escaped by jumping over an iron guard fence that was about seven feet high. He then went inside the house and lit it on fire. State troopers keep an eye on the governor's mansion. (Sean Simmers/The Patriot-News via AP) (AP)

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The room sustained extensive damage from the fire, including charred walls, tables, buffet serving utensils, plates, and a piano. Bricks surrounding windows , doors and window panes were blackened.  (Sean Simmers /The Patriot-News via AP) (AP)

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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro held a news conference at the governor's official residence. He said that the fire started at their dining room. He, his wife, their kids, their dogs, and other family members who were living at the house were safely evacuated. (AP Photo/Marc Levy) (AP)

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Police were still on the scene, with one officer leading a dog outside an iron security gate and yellow tape lining an alleyway. (Sean Simmers /The Patriot-News via AP) (AP)

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There is still evidence of fire damage on the south side of the house, mostly to a sizable room that is frequently used for art exhibits and hosting groups.  (Sean Simmers /The Patriot-News via AP) (AP)