In brief
A blaze on Birch Avenue, Waterford, killed Philip and Kim English with their 12‑year‑old son and another child. Police arrested three adults and a teen, but only the teen remains in custody after being released without charge. The case underscores the ongoing investigation into the motives behind the attack. Links to further coverage and a photo of vigils at the site illustrate community mourning. Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward as the inquiry continues.
A devastating arson on Birch Avenue, on the outskirts of Waterford, killed Philip and Kim English, along with their 12‑year‑old son Callum and their nine‑year‑old son Jayden.
Irish police (Gardaí) initially charged a man in his 20s and a woman in her 30s in connection with the blaze. However, on Saturday they announced that two women in their 30s and a man in his 50s – arrested on Tuesday – had been released without charge. The fourth suspect, a man in his 20s who was taken in on Thursday, remains in custody as investigators seek further evidence.
The release has sparked community shock and a call for more witnesses, as the investigation continues to unfold. Gardaí are urging anyone with information about the motive or the arson suspect to contact the police. The incident has drawn widespread coverage and is a stark reminder of the dangers of residential fires.
For more details on the incident and updates on the investigation, visit BBC Waterford arson coverage.
