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04th Dec 2017

Gardaí investigate ‘caustic substance’ attack on a young female in Dublin

Conor Heneghan

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The incident occurred in Blackrock on Friday night.

Gardaí in Blackrock in Dublin are investigating a serious assault on a young female which occurred shortly after 10pm on Friday, 1 December.

During the attack, which took place in the vicinity of a path between Merrion Woods and Seamount Apartments, it is believed a caustic substance was used, resulting in injuries to the face and hands of the young female.

Gardaí are appealing to walkers, taxi drivers, delivery drivers or any persons who were in the vicinity of the following areas – Rosemount Terrace, Fosterbrook, Merrion Woods and Seamount Apartments – between 9.30pm and 10.30pm last Friday who may have observed anything suspicious and may have information or relevance dash camera footage.

Gardaí are particularly interested in a lone heavy set male, who was wearing dark clothing and was in the area at the time.

Members of the public can contact Blackrock Garda Station on (01) 6665200, the Garda confidential line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

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