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BloombergOCT 12 2024
A mailbox was set on fire Thursday in Phoenix, Arizona, damaging approximately 20 electoral ballots. Dieter B. Klofkorn, 35, was arrested in connection with the incident.
The Phoenix Police Department said Klofkorn admitted to committing arson "because he wanted to be arrested," but his actions "were not politically motivated." He's been charged with one count of arson of property.
Arizona Sec. of State Adrian Fontes said many undamaged ballots were saved and "affected voters will be contacted." A Maricopa County official asked voters who used the mailbox over the previous 36 hours to check their ballot status online. Oct. 25 is the last day to request a replacement.
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