Cork stabbing victim was 'a hero' who was full of 'empathy and compassion', says friend's mother

The young Cork stabbing victim who will be laid to rest on Sunday was a hero who stood up to bullies, according to the parent of one of his former school friends.

The young Cork stabbing victim who will be laid to rest on Sunday was a hero who stood up to bullies and who was able to handle situations that "got out of control", according to the parent of one of his former school friends.

A woman has told how Cameron Blair (20) had helped her daughter cope with secondary school. Her comments echo those of another mother who came forward for the same reasons the day after he died.