Police seek motive for arson at governor’s residence as suspect’s 911 call is released

Cody Balmer admitted having “hatred” toward Gov. Josh Shapiro.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The district attorney prosecuting a man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s official residence said Friday that investigators are assessing whether religious or political bias could explain why he expressed “hatred” for the Democratic leader.

Dauphin County District Attorney Fran Chardo said authorities are trying to flesh out a statement by police in the arrest affidavit that ...