Brother of murdered Nichola Sweeney believes killer's temporary release paves way for his early release

The brother of a teenager who was murdered in a frenzied attack which also nearly claimed the life of her friend has said that he is terrified that the "monster" responsible will be out on the streets within a few years.

Sean Sweeney was aged just 17 when his 19-year-old sister Nichola was stabbed to death by teenager Peter Whelan in her home in Rochestown, Cork, in April 2002 stabbing her 11 times.