Two remain in custody over fatal Waterford arson attack

Two individuals are still in garda custody following their arrest in connection with the fatal arson attack in Waterford that claimed the lives of four young English brothers and sisters. The man in his twenties and woman in her thirties were detained on Thursday and are believed to have aided an organized crime group. The maximum they can be held without charges is seven days, after which they must be released or charged, although gardaí may request an extension for up to seven days.

Two other children continue to be in critical condition in the hospital after the attack on their home in the Birchwood Estate early Tuesday. Yesterday, Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly revealed that significant progress had been made in the investigation, and further arrests were anticipated. Over the past few days, authorities conducted seven searches, seizing a vehicle and various devices for examination.

Additionally, individuals have approached the gardaí with information, and Commissioner Kelly affirmed the department's knowledge of those involved in the tragedy.

Post-mortem examinations were conducted on the bodies of all four victims, and a joint funeral is scheduled for Monday afternoon.