24/06/2009

Woman Critical After Assault At Maternity Hospital

A woman has been viciously assaulted at the entrance of a maternity hospital in Dublin.

The 29-year-old was badly injured during the assault and is said to be in a critical condition in hospital.

Gardai in Fitzgibbon Street have today launched an appeal for witnesses to the assault which a Gardaí spokesman described as "serious". The incident occurred last Thursday at approx 2.15pm on Parnell Sq east near the entrance to the Rotunda Maternity Hospital.

A Gardaí spokesman said: "The young lady was seriously assaulted and is currently in hospital in a critical condition."

No motive for the attack has yet been established. The woman is currently being treated in Beaumont Hospital with head injuries.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact the Gardai in Fitzgibbon St on 01-6668400 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111.

(DW/BMcC)

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