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BBC News
a day ago
- BBC News
St Helens: Man released on bail after double murder arrest
A man arrested on suspicion of the murder of an elderly couple in a fire at their home has been released on 31-year-old man from St Helens was arrested on Sunday in connection with the death of Sheila Jackson, 83, and her partner Peter Greener, suspect has been released on conditional bail pending further investigation, Merseyside Police force launched a murder inquiry after the fire at the house on South John Street, St Helens, in the early hours of Tuesday 15 July. The pair were initially rescued from the house and taken to hospital but later Police said an accelerant was used to start the fire. Supt Rachel Wilson said the couple had been together for 30 years and had adult children as well as have urged people not to speculate about the incident or post anything on social media that could jeopardise the have asked anyone with information about the incident to cone forward. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
Man, 31, arrested on suspicion of murder over house fire that killed elderly couple
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a house fire that killed an elderly couple. Peter Eric Greener, 77, known as Eric, died on July 16 at his home in St Helens alongside his partner Sheila Jackson in the early hours of Tuesday. Merseyside Police say an arrest has now been made and the murder suspect remains in police custody for questioning. The force also confirmed an accelerant had been used to start the blaze in South John Street at around 12.40am on Tuesday, July 15. It comes as the end-terrace home was on fire when firefighters arrived in hopes of rescuing the pair who were rushed to hospital but died the following day. Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson, senior investigating officer, said: 'Although an arrest has been made, I would like to take this opportunity to remind people to pass on information directly to police or anonymously via Crimestoppers, and not to comment or post in any way which jeopardises this ongoing work. 'Extensive inquiries continue, and to that end we are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward, particularly if you live in the area of South John Street and recall seeing or hearing anything suspicious at around the time of the incident. 'Please do not assume what you know has already been reported to us, as we can quickly make that assessment.' On Friday, pictures of the couple, including one showing Mr Greener with his arm around Ms Jackson, were released by their families through the police. Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath said last week it was 'sickening' and 'a truly shocking incident' adding everyone in Merseyside would be 'utterly appalled' at what had happened. The 'lovely couple' had been together for 30 years and have left an 'incredibly close-knit' community struggling to come to terms with their sudden deaths. Neighbours described feeling 'raw' and being 'all gutted' by the tragic event. The couple, who were parents and grandparents, had been living in the property for 15 years prior to their death. One heartbreaking message that accompanied a bunch of roses read: 'There are no words to express the sadness that we feel that this senseless act has happened to two of the loveliest people that we had the pleasure of knowing. 'May you both rest in peace together. 'With all of our love from your neighbours and friends.' Anyone with information has been asked to contact Merseyside Police by calling 101, quoting incident reference 25000580909, or through social media on X @MerPolCC or on Facebook at Merseyside Police Contact Centre. Information can also be given through Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Man arrested on suspicion of double murder after elderly couple killed in St Helens fire
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an elderly couple died following a fire at their home in St Helens. Peter Eric Greener, 77, known as Eric, and his partner Sheila Jackson, 83, were caught in the blaze at their home on South John Street in the early hours of Tuesday. Mr Greener died on Wednesday, while Ms Jackson died on Thursday. Merseyside Police said an accelerant was used to start the fire. On Sunday, the force said the suspect from St Helens had been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning. Read more from Sky News: Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson said: "Although an arrest has been made, I would like to take this opportunity to remind people to pass on information directly to police or anonymously via Crimestoppers, and not to comment or post in any way which jeopardises this ongoing work." DS Wilson said "extensive enquiries" continue. She added: "And to that end we are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward, particularly if you live in the area of South John Street and recall seeing or hearing anything suspicious at around the time of the incident. "Please do not assume what you know has already been reported to us, as we can quickly make that assessment."
The Independent
2 days ago
- The Independent
Man, 31, held on suspicion of murder after elderly couple killed in house fire
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an elderly couple died in a fire at their home in St Helens. Merseyside Police said. Peter Eric Greener, 77, known as Eric, died on July 16 and his partner Sheila Jackson, 83, died on July 17 following the fire at their home on South John Street in the early hours of Tuesday. A force spokesperson said an accelerant was used to start the blaze. The 31-year-old man from St Helens was arrested in the early hours of Sunday on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning. Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson, senior investigating officer, said: 'Although an arrest has been made, I would like to take this opportunity to remind people to pass on information directly to police or anonymously via Crimestoppers, and not to comment or post in any way which jeopardises this ongoing work. 'Extensive inquiries continue, and to that end we are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward, particularly if you live in the area of South John Street and recall seeing or hearing anything suspicious at around the time of the incident. 'Please do not assume what you know has already been reported to us, as we can quickly make that assessment.' On Friday, pictures of the couple, including one showing Mr Greener with his arm around Ms Jackson, were released by their families through police. Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath said last week it was 'sickening' and 'a truly shocking incident' and everyone in Merseyside would be 'utterly appalled' at what had happened.
Sky News
2 days ago
- Sky News
Man arrested on suspicion of double murder after elderly couple killed in St Helens fire
A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an elderly couple died following a fire at their home in St Helens. Peter Eric Greener, 77, known as Eric, and his partner Sheila Jackson, 83, were caught in the blaze at their home on South John Street in the early hours of Tuesday. Mr Greener died on Wednesday, while Ms Jackson died on Thursday. Merseyside Police said an accelerant was used to start the fire. On Sunday, the force said the suspect from St Helens had been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning. Detective Superintendent Rachel Wilson said: "Although an arrest has been made, I would like to take this opportunity to remind people to pass on information directly to police or anonymously via Crimestoppers, and not to comment or post in any way which jeopardises this ongoing work." DS Wilson said "extensive enquiries" continue. She added: "And to that end we are still appealing for anyone with information to come forward, particularly if you live in the area of South John Street and recall seeing or hearing anything suspicious at around the time of the incident. "Please do not assume what you know has already been reported to us, as we can quickly make that assessment."
