Crime
Overnight Fire at Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence Ruled Arson, Governor Shapiro and Family Safe
HARRISBURG, PA – An early morning fire at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence is under investigation as a suspected act of arson, according to Pennsylvania State Police.
The incident occurred around 2:03 a.m. Saturday in the 2000 block of North Front Street.
City fire crews were dispatched to the scene under Box 1-3 for reports of a building fire at the official residence.
Upon arrival, Uptown companies found no visible fire from the exterior.
However, after a more thorough investigation, firefighters discovered an active blaze on the first floor of the structure.
Two hoselines were deployed to combat the flames, and firefighters were able to bring the fire under control within approximately 20 minutes.
Primary and secondary searches of the residence were conducted, and no occupants were found in the affected area.
Governor Josh Shapiro, First Lady Lori Shapiro, and their family were home at the time but in a separate section of the residence.
They were safely evacuated without injury.
Governor Shapiro released a statement following the incident:
“Every day, we stand with the law enforcement and first responders who run towards danger to protect our communities. Last night, they did so for our family – and Lori and I are eternally grateful to them for keeping us safe.”
Authorities have not released details on how the fire was set or if any suspects have been identified.
The investigation is ongoing, and state police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward.
No injuries were reported, and the extent of the damage to the historic residence has not yet been fully assessed.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.