Two arrested over fatal Waterford house fire
An Garda Síochána have arrested two individuals in connection with a deadly arson attack that claimed four lives in Waterford. The tragic incident occurred on 13 October in the Birchwood area, prompting an ongoing investigation by authorities.
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An Garda Síochána
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An Garda Síochána have made significant progress in the investigation of the fatal house fire that devastated a home in Birchwood, Waterford, on 13 October 2026. The blaze, which occurred shortly after 5am, resulted in the deaths of four people and has been classified as a multiple murder linked to arson.
On 20 October 2026, Gardaí arrested a man in his 50s and two women in their 30s on suspicion of offences under section 72 of the Criminal Justice Act 2006. These arrests are directly connected to the tragic fire at 7 Birch Avenue. All three suspects are currently detained under section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act 2007 at Garda stations within the Eastern region.
An Garda Síochána continue to urge anyone with information related to this heinous crime to come forward. Members of the public can contact the Waterford Garda investigation team via the incident room on 051 305300, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. The force emphasises the importance of community assistance as they pursue justice for the victims and their families.
On 20 October 2026, Gardaí arrested a man in his 50s and two women in their 30s on suspicion of offences under section 72 of the Criminal Justice Act 2006. These arrests are directly connected to the tragic fire at 7 Birch Avenue. All three suspects are currently detained under section 50 of the Criminal Justice Act 2007 at Garda stations within the Eastern region.
An Garda Síochána continue to urge anyone with information related to this heinous crime to come forward. Members of the public can contact the Waterford Garda investigation team via the incident room on 051 305300, the Garda Confidential Line at 1800 666 111, or any Garda station. The force emphasises the importance of community assistance as they pursue justice for the victims and their families.
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