On March 21, 2026, at approximately 5:30 PM, Scarlett Faulkner, a 29-year-old mother of a six-year-old daughter, was the victim of a brutal attack in Birdhill, Co Tipperary, Ireland. The incident occurred at the side of the R494 road, where she was reportedly beaten by an assailant wielding a weapon while lying on the ground.
Following the attack, Scarlett was airlifted to University Hospital Limerick and later transferred to Cork University Hospital. As of the latest updates, she remains in critical condition, prompting concern and support from her family and the community.
Victoria Faulkner, Scarlett’s mother, has made a heartfelt appeal for prayers and has urged the public to remove graphic photos of Scarlett that have circulated on social media. She expressed distress over the impact of these images on their family, stating, “Please, I am begging ye take the picture down off your pages… Half of my family wouldn’t go in to see her and my father didn’t see her yet.”
The Gardaí are actively investigating the incident and are seeking information regarding two vehicles that were involved. They have also requested that video footage of the attack not be shared online to respect the ongoing investigation.
Support for Scarlett has poured in from various organizations, including Pavee Point, which condemned the violence against women and expressed hope for her recovery. A representative stated, “We hope that she makes a full recovery from this unspeakable attack.”
Details surrounding the motive for the attack remain unclear, and the identities of the individuals involved have not been confirmed. The Gardaí are looking to question several individuals as part of their investigation.
Fr Pat Hogan, a local community leader, emphasized the importance of fostering a non-violent environment for future generations, stating, “It is our duty as adults and as parents to bring our children up in a non-violent place.”
The community remains on edge as they await further updates on Scarlett’s condition and the investigation’s progress. As the situation develops, the focus remains on supporting Scarlett and her family during this challenging time.