The families of a pensioner couple killed in an arson attack at their home in St Helens have released images of them. The couple died following a fire at their South John Street house on Tuesday (July 15).
Police say the investigation is still in its early stages, with initial inquiries focused on determining why the fire was started. The victims have been identified as Peter Eric Greener, 77, and Sheila Jackson, 83. Officers are appealing for anyone with information, especially residents near South John Street who may have seen or heard anything suspicious around the time of the incident, to come forward.
Anyone with relevant information or footage can submit it via Merseyside Police’s dedicated public portal.
Tips can also be reported through Merseyside Police’s social media desk on X @MerPolCC or Facebook at ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre,’ via the website’s crime reporting page, or by calling 101 and quoting incident reference 25000580909.
Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or using their website.
