Two people have been charged with murder after an elderly couple were killed in an arson attack in St Helens.
Emergency services rushed to reports of a house fire on South John Street at around 12.40am on July 15.
Eric Greener, 77, and his partner, Sheila Jackson, 83, were hospitalised after being found in a home but sadly died from their injuries.
Kevin Weetman, 34, of Aigburth, and Kylie Maynard, 37, of Everton have both been charged with arson, two counts of murder, and conspiring to murder.
The two have also face charges of conspiring to supply a controlled Class A drug – cocaine.
The pair have since been remanded into custody and are due to appear at Liverpool Magistrates Court tomorrow.
Lee Owens, 46, had already been charged with two counts or murder as well as arson with intent to endanger life.
He has also been taken into custody and is due to appear at Liverpool Crown Court on November 28.
Eric Greener, 77, and his partner, Sheila Jackson, 83, were hospitalised after being found in the property on South John Street but sadly died from their evening
Kevin Weetman, 34, and Kylie Maynard, 37, have both been charged with arson, two counts of murder, and conspiring to murder (General view of South John Street)
In total, seven other people have been arrested in relation to the incident so far, Merseyside Police confirmed.
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.’
Those with any information have been asked to visit Merseyside Police’s dedicated webpage, to contact them on social medai @MerPolCC.
Alternatively, you can report any information through their website here, or by calling 101 quoting incident reference 25000580909.
Alternatively, those who wish to remain anonymous can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or via their website here.
