Two charged with murder after elderly couple die in St Helens house fire
Eric Greener and Sheila Jackson died in the alleged arson attack
Two people have been charged with murder following a fatal house fire that killed an elderly couple in St Helens.
Emergency services were called to South John Street shortly after 12.40am on Tuesday 15th July, after Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service reported a house fire in progress.
Eric Greener, 77, and his partner Sheila Jackson, 83, were rescued from inside the property and taken to hospital for treatment.
Both later died from their injuries.
Merseyside Police confirmed this evening that two more people have now been charged in connection with the incident.
Kevin Weetman, 34, of Croxteth Drive, Aigburth, and Kylie Maynard, 37, of Rydal Street, Everton, have both been charged with murder, conspiracy to murder, arson and conspiring to supply a controlled Class A drug (cocaine).
They have been remanded into custody and are due to appear at Liverpool Magistrates Court tomorrow.
A third person, Lee Owens, 46, of no fixed address, was previously charged with two counts of murder and arson with intent to endanger life.
He remains in custody and will next appear at Liverpool Crown Court on Friday 28th November.
In total, seven other people have been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation.
Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath said: “The investigation is progressing and two more people have now been charged in connection with this incident.
“I would like to take this opportunity to remind people that this is a live investigation, and to be mindful that anything posted or shared on social media could jeopardise proceedings, so please support us as we move forward with the case. The best way to help is to pass information on through official channels.
“To that end, we are still keen to hear from anyone who may hold information and not yet made themselves known to police. Do not presume that what you know is already known to us, contact us directly or anonymously through Crimestoppers and we will make the assessment. Thanks to all of those who have assisted us so far.”