Udo Haan is facing several charges including first degree murder

A man, 58, from Kitchener, is facing several charges, including first degree murder in connection with the death of Edra Haan.

Udo Haan, the husband of Haan, made an appearance via phone from Grand River Hospital this morning.

He's also facing one count of arson disregard for human life and two counts of arson damage to property.

A publication ban has now been placed on evidence.

Haan is due back in court on Friday.

Udo Haan, the husband of Edra Haan, made an appearance via phone and has been charged with first degree murder and other offenses. There is a publication ban on evidence and the next court date is this Friday, Oct 12. pic.twitter.com/RxIkPZjYl6 — Mark Pare (@MarkLPare) October 9, 2018

Members of the Major Crime Unit of Waterloo Regional Police made the arrest on Monday.

Haan, who was 58, was found dead in her Sprucedale Crescent home following a house explosion the morning of August 22.

One home was demolished and two others suffered extensive damage in the explosion.

Police say the investigation continues.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-570-9777 ext. 8419 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

with files from Mark Pare