Eight-year-old boy killed in Waterford arson attack had heart surgery two weeks ago
Fundraising under way to help grandfather of the deceased children cover funeral costs
A nine-year-old boy named Jayden English died in a house fire in Waterford city, along with his parents Philip and Kim, and his older brother Callum, who was 12. The fire was set through arson. Two other children in the house sustained critical injuries and were hospitalized. Jayden had a history of heart condition and regularly attended hospital appointments in Dublin.
Paramedic Áine Phelan recounted her privilege of traveling with Jayden via the BUMBLEance service. Callum played for Johnville FC and was part of the U11 team that won a league trophy two years ago. His coach, Alex O Sullivan, expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Callum as always smiling, hardworking, and supportive of his teammates and coaches.
The community is gathering for a prayer vigil to support the grieving family, and President Catherine Connolly has extended her condolences and offered her thoughts to the critically injured children and first responders.
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