Phoenix Mailbox Arson Suspect Admits Non-Political Motive

Phoenix police arrested Dieter Klofkorn for setting a USPS collection mailbox on fire, damaging approximately 20 mail-in ballots and additional mail. Klofkorn admitted to the arson, stating it was not politically motivated, but that he wanted to be arrested. The incident occurred early Thursday morning at a post office on 7th Avenue, leading to a collaborative investigation by local and federal authorities. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes condemned the act as an attack on the democratic process. Postal Inspectors and election officials are working to ensure affected voters are contacted and can replace damaged ballots. Arizona, a critical battleground state, remains on high alert as the incident unfolds close to the upcoming election.