RIP: Tributes paid to six-year-old boy who died from injuries in Waterford arson attack

Tributes have been paid to the six-year-old boy who died from the injuries he sustained in a fatal arson attack in Waterford city.

Elliot English passed away at Crumlin Children’s Hospital on Friday, November 6.

He is the fifth member of the English family to die as a result of the fire that broke out at their home in Birchwood last month.

The local community have expressed their sorrow and paid tribute to the young Elliot following his heartbreaking passing.

One woman wrote: “So sad to hear little Elliot has left us. What a tragedy.

“Sincere condolences to his heartbroken family, friends and community. So cruel and heartbreaking.”

A local man commented: “Deepest sympathy to Elliot's family, relatives and friends. Such a beautiful boy with a lovely smile.

“May he rest in peace with his mam and dad and family in heavenly peace.”

A cousin of Elliot’s said: “Rest in total peace Elliot. You were taken way too quick along with your brothers, mammy and daddy.

“We all love you ,always and forever you little cutie.”

“Just devastating. A beautiful angel gone to your mother's arm,” a local woman wrote.

Elliot’s funeral arrangements are yet to be announced.

His parents, Kim and Philip, and his brothers, Callum and Jayden, were laid to rest at Kilbarry Cemetery on Monday, October 19.

May They Rest in Peace.