In January 2017 civil servant Fi Bourke was walking home from work when she was viciously attacked by a woman she didn't know. The attack would change the course of her life.
Her attacker, Laura Kenna, who had a troubled history of childhood abuse and substance misuse, told Gardai that she would “finish her off” when her sentence had been served.
Kenna was found guilty but insane and admitted to the Central Mental Hospital. Now, because of a legal anomaly, Fi Bourke has no right to know when her attacker will be released from custody.
Irish Examiner reporter Ann Murphy joins Deirdre on today’s episode.
Ann's story: Victim of attempted murder seeks to have law changed around 'unique and complex' case
Coverage of the court case: Woman guilty of attempting to murder stranger walking home from work by cutting her throat
Other stories referenced:
Sinead O'Leary: Surviving victim of Rochestown murderer Peter Whelan warns he will kill again
Jury rejects James Kilroy's insanity claim to find him guilty of murdering his wife
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