Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and his family were forced to evacuate their official residence after a suspected arson attack in the early hours of Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Shapiro woke up to the sound of someone banging on the door as flames spread through the house.
He credits a quick response for preventing any injuries.
The governor and state officials have confirmed that the fire was deliberately set, but no arrests have been made.
A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the capture of the suspect.
The fire caused significant damage to parts of the residential building, though Shapiro’s family was in a different area at the time.
Investigation Underway
Authorities are still investigating the incident.
No motive has been disclosed, and the identity of the suspect remains unknown.
The source of this information is bbc.