'Human error' to blame for Molly and Thomas Martens prison release mix-up

A correct calculation of their sentences means neither will be released from jail until June of next year

Molly and Tom Martens could be released by Wednessday. Picture: Jerry Wolford

"Human error" is behind the mix-up over prison release dates for killers Molly Martens and her father Tom.

That's according to a statement issued by The North Carolina Department of Corrections (NCDP) to the Irish Examiner this morning.