Waterford arson attack: two charged after family killed inside house
Four family members died
The victims were Philip and Kim English and their sons Callum, aged 12, and Jayden, aged nine. They died in an attack on their home in Waterford on Tuesday.
Two other children were also hurt and remain in critical condition in hospital. The victims’ funerals are scheduled to take place in Waterford on Monday.
Two people charged
The charges follow an investigation into the arson attack. No further details about the accused were provided in the report.
Investigation continues
Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly said investigators had conducted several searches and seized items. He said An Garda Síochána had “given every resource” to the inquiry. Kelly also said he expects further arrests in the murder investigation. The Independent said more updates would follow as the breaking news story develops.
Key points
- Philip and Kim English and their sons Callum and Jayden died in the Waterford attack.
- Two other children remain in critical condition in hospital.
- The victims’ funerals are due to take place in Waterford on Monday.