Gardaí have announced three more arrests in relation to the fatal arson attack on a family home in the Birchwood estate, Waterford last week.
Those arrested are described as being a male in his 50s and two women in their 30s.
They are being held at Garda stations in the Eastern region.
A Garda spokesperson said: “An Garda Síochána continue to investigate the multiple murder following the arson attack and fatal house fire that occurred in the Birchwood area of Waterford City shortly after 5am on Tuesday, 13th October 2026.
“Earlier today, Tuesday 20th October 2026, investigating Gardaí arrested a male (aged 50s) and 2 females (aged 30s) for alleged offences contrary to section 72 Criminal Justice Act 2006 in connection with the arson attack and murder of four persons at 7 Birch avenue, Birchwood, Waterford.
“All three are currently detained under section 50 Criminal Justice Act 2007 at Garda Stations in the Garda Eastern region.”
The spokesperson said that An Garda Síochána continues to appeal to any person who has any information on the Birchwood arson attack to please make contact with the Garda investigation team at Waterford Garda Station or contact the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or speak with any member of An Garda Síochána that you know.
The investigation team can be contacted at the incident room at Waterford Garda Station on 051 305300.
