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The Irish Sun
20-07-2025
- The Irish Sun
Man, 31, arrested on suspicion of murdering ‘lovely' couple, 77 and 83, who died in horror arson attack on their home
COPS have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after an elderly couple died following a horror house fire. Peter Eric Greener, 77, and his partner Sheila Jackson, 83, were in their Merseyside home when the blaze was set alight at around 12.40am on July 15. Advertisement 3 Peter Eric Greener, 77, sadly passed away in hospital the day after the fire Credit: Merseyside Police 3 Sheila Jackson, 83, succumbed to her injuries on July 17 Credit: Merseyside Police Peter passed away the following day, while Sheila sadly died on July 17. A joint investigation between Merseyside Police and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service was initially carried out. The probe determined an accelerant was used to start the fire maliciously. Advertisement Read More Cops confirmed a man, 31, was arrested on suspicion of murder this morning. He 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 enquiries 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.' A spokesperson for the force added: "Detectives investigating the double murder of Eric Greener and Sheila Jackson in St Helens have arrested a man on suspicion of Murder. "Eric, aged 77, and his partner Sheila, 83, died following an arson attack at their home on South John Street, in St Helens, on Tuesday 15 July. "In the early hours of this morning, Sunday 20 July, a 31-year-old man from St Helens was arrested on suspicion of Murder. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Exclusive Exclusive "He has been taken into custody for questioning." If you have any information, you can visit the dedicated force web page to submit information or footage which can help in the investigation. You can also contact @MerPolCC or report information via their website or call 101 quoting incident reference 25000580909. 3 Peter Eric Greener and Sheila Jackson Credit: Merseyside Police Advertisement
ITV News
20-07-2025
- ITV News
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after elderly couple die in alleged arson attack in St Helens
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of an elderly couple in an alleged arson attack at their home. Peter Eric Greener, 77 - known as Eric - and his partner Sheila Jackson, 83, died after they were pulled from the blaze on South John Street in St Helens at around 12:40am on 15 July. They were both taken to hospital but Eric died on 16 July, while Sheila died just a day later. A joint investigation between Merseyside Police and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service was carried out following the incident where it was determined an accelerant was used to start the fire maliciously. Merseyside Police say in the early hours of Sunday 20 July, a 31-year-old man from St Helens was arrested on suspicion of Murder. He has been taken into 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 enquiries 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.'
Scottish Sun
20-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Man, 31, arrested on suspicion of murdering ‘lovely' couple, 77 and 83, who died in horror arson attack on their home
The suspect remains in custody for questioning DOUBLE 'MURDER' Man, 31, arrested on suspicion of murdering 'lovely' couple, 77 and 83, who died in horror arson attack on their home Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) COPS have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after an elderly couple died following a horror house fire. Peter Eric Greener, 77, and his partner Sheila Jackson, 83, were in their Merseyside home when the blaze was set alight at around 12.40am on July 15. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Peter Eric Greener, 77, sadly passed away in hospital the day after the fire Credit: Merseyside Police 3 Sheila Jackson, 83, succumbed to her injuries on July 17 Credit: Merseyside Police The tragic couple, who lived in St Helens, were rushed to hospital by paramedics. Peter passed away the following day, while Sheila sadly died on July 17. A joint investigation between Merseyside Police and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service was initially carried out. The probe determined an accelerant was used to start the fire maliciously. Cops confirmed a man, 31, was arrested on suspicion of murder this morning. He 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 enquiries 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.' A spokesperson for the force added: "Detectives investigating the double murder of Eric Greener and Sheila Jackson in St Helens have arrested a man on suspicion of Murder. "Eric, aged 77, and his partner Sheila, 83, died following an arson attack at their home on South John Street, in St Helens, on Tuesday 15 July. "In the early hours of this morning, Sunday 20 July, a 31-year-old man from St Helens was arrested on suspicion of Murder. "He has been taken into custody for questioning." If you have any information, you can visit the dedicated force web page to submit information or footage which can help in the investigation. You can also contact @MerPolCC or report information via their website or call 101 quoting incident reference 25000580909.
North Wales Chronicle
28-05-2025
- General
- North Wales Chronicle
Anne thanks medical staff who treated those injured in Liverpool victory parade
Anne visited the Royal Liverpool University Hospital on Tuesday where she met nurses, consultants and paramedics, as well as representatives from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service and the football club, after 47 people were injured on Water Street on Monday. Divisional medical director for surgery at Aintree University Hospital Marc Lucky told the princess they had put out an alert for staff to come in. He said: 'It's a very good example of the resilience and people volunteering. We had too many people, which is a very interesting complaint to have.' He told the royal the injuries were not 'major traumas'. He said: 'We were very, very fortunate yesterday, I must say.' Consultant Jay Rathore said: 'Most of the injuries were limb injuries. No life-threatening, we were able to manage them.' Specialist paramedic Susan McCormick told Anne she was one of the first responders on scene as she and a colleague were treating a man for something unrelated when the incident happened. Advanced paramedic Gary Fitzpatrick told Anne: 'We actually had a plan before the event so we were quite prepared for the situation.' Nurses told Anne, who is patron of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, that planning they had done for major incidents kicked in on the day and processes worked. Liverpool City Council leader Liam Robinson thanked Anne for her visit. He said: 'We really appreciate you still coming, because it will mean a lot to the people of the city.' A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: 'The Princess would like to share her heartfelt condolences and support for the families and communities affected. Her Royal Highness also wishes to acknowledge the courage of the emergency services, some of whom she met today, and all those providing care and comfort during this difficult time.' The princess was already due to be in Liverpool on Tuesday to visit Cunard ship the Queen Anne, which arrived on Monday as part of the shipping line's 185th anniversary celebrations. A photo exhibition which had been due to be held to celebrate the anniversary was cancelled following the incident at the parade.
Rhyl Journal
27-05-2025
- General
- Rhyl Journal
Anne thanks medical staff who treated those injured in Liverpool victory parade
Anne visited the Royal Liverpool University Hospital on Tuesday where she met nurses, consultants and paramedics, as well as representatives from Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service and the football club, after 47 people were injured on Water Street on Monday. Divisional medical director for surgery at Aintree University Hospital Marc Lucky told the princess they had put out an alert for staff to come in. He said: 'It's a very good example of the resilience and people volunteering. We had too many people, which is a very interesting complaint to have.' The Princess Royal chats to people during a visit to the Royal Liverpool University Hospital (Peter Byrne/PA) He told the royal the injuries were not 'major traumas'. He said: 'We were very, very fortunate yesterday, I must say.' Consultant Jay Rathore said: 'Most of the injuries were limb injuries. No life-threatening, we were able to manage them.' Specialist paramedic Susan McCormick told Anne she was one of the first responders on scene as she and a colleague were treating a man for something unrelated when the incident happened. The Princess Royal talks to medical staff at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital (Peter Byrne/PA) Advanced paramedic Gary Fitzpatrick told Anne: 'We actually had a plan before the event so we were quite prepared for the situation.' Nurses told Anne, who is patron of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine, that planning they had done for major incidents kicked in on the day and processes worked. Liverpool City Council leader Liam Robinson thanked Anne for her visit. He said: 'We really appreciate you still coming, because it will mean a lot to the people of the city.' A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: 'The Princess would like to share her heartfelt condolences and support for the families and communities affected. Her Royal Highness also wishes to acknowledge the courage of the emergency services, some of whom she met today, and all those providing care and comfort during this difficult time.' The princess was already due to be in Liverpool on Tuesday to visit Cunard ship the Queen Anne, which arrived on Monday as part of the shipping line's 185th anniversary celebrations. A photo exhibition which had been due to be held to celebrate the anniversary was cancelled following the incident at the parade.
