Tragic Arson Deaths of Elderly Couple Shake St Helens Community
The families of an elderly couple who died in a suspected arson attack have released touching photos as police ramp up the hunt for answers.
Peter Eric Greener, 77, and Sheila Jackson, 83, lost their lives after a deliberate fire ravaged their home on South John Street, St Helens, late on Tuesday, 15 July. Emergency crews rushed to the scene but were powerless to save them.
Heartbreak in St Helens
The community is reeling from this horrific act. Neighbours have laid floral tributes outside the couple’s home and described them as “kind, gentle people who didn’t deserve this.”
Local shock and grief continue to grow as forensic teams work around the clock. Police have confirmed the scene remains guarded as investigations proceed.
Police Appeal for Information
Merseyside Police are urgently calling on anyone with information to come forward. You can help by:
- Calling 101 and quoting incident reference 25000580909
- Messaging via X (formerly Twitter) @MerPolCC
- Contacting via Facebook at Merseyside Police Contact Centre
To remain completely anonymous, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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