DETECTIVES have arrested 2 more people in connection with the murders of Eric Greener and Sheila Jackson, who died in an arson attack at their home on South John Street in St Helens on:- Tuesday, 15 July 2025.
A 33-year-old man from Aigburth was arrested on suspicion of Conspiracy to murder and Possession of cannabis. He has been taken to a police station for questioning.
A 36-year-old woman from Everton was arrested on suspicion of Conspiracy to murder and Conspiracy to commit arson. She has been conditionally bailed.
Lee Owens, 46 years, of no fixed address has been charged with 2 counts of murder and arson with intent to endanger life. He has been remanded into custody and will next appear on:- Friday, 28 November 2025 at Liverpool Crown Court.
A 31-year-old man from St Helens, who was arrested on suspicion of murder, remains on conditional bail.
A 48-year-old woman of no fixed abode; a 53-year-old woman from Anfield; and a 45-year-man from Liverpool, who were arrested on suspicion of Conspiracy to murder and Conspiracy to commit arson, have been conditionally bailed.
Detective Chief Inspector Steve McGrath said:- “This brings the total number of people arrested to seven in this fast-moving investigation. Progress is being made but I would also like to take this opportunity to ask for anyone who holds information to come forward if you haven’t yet done so. Please do not assume that we already know something which could be a vital piece of the jigsaw. Let us make that assessment and take the appropriate action. Thanks to all of those people who have assisted this enquiry so far.”
If you have any information, you can visit our dedicated web page to submit information or footage which can help in the investigation: Public Portal.
You can also contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X @MerPolCC or on Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’. You can also report information via their website or call:- 101 quoting incident reference:- 25000580909.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on:- 0800 555 111, or via their website here.
