Man and woman remanded in custody in connection with Waterford arson attack

A man and woman have been remanded in custody in connection with a fatal arson attack in Waterford city.

Jessica Dalton (31), with an address in Waterford city, appeared before Waterford District Court at around 12 noon.

Cian Stacey (21), of no fixed abode, appeared before the court via video-link from Limerick Prison.

They are each charged with one count of criminal damage and two counts of assault causing serious harm.

The Section 4 assault charges relate to offences against individuals who cannot be named for legal reasons.

Solicitor Ken Cunningham, representing Mr Stacey, said that no application for bail was being made.

Garda Sergeant John Phelan said that a charge for a separate incident was being brought before the court for the first time.

Mr Stacey was charged with driving with no insurance contrary to Section 56 of the Road Traffic Act.

Mr Cunningham applied for legal aid in connection with the offence, which was granted by Judge Catriona Murray.

Mr Stacey was remanded in custody to appear again via video link on November 17.

Meanwhile, Ms Dalton appeared before the court in-person, wearing a wine gym top and matching leggings.

Mr Cunningham, representing the accused, said that no application for bail was being made at this time.

Ms Dalton was further remanded in custody to appear via video-link on November 17.

Gardaí are continuing with their murder investigation into the arson attack in Birchwood on Tuesday last.

Philip and Kim English, along with their children Callum and Jayden, died in the house fire.

They were laid to rest in Kilbarry Cemetery following their funeral Mass yesterday.