An elderly woman was injured after she was attacked on a busy south Dublin road in the early hours of the morning.
The woman, who is in her 80s, had a sum of money stolen from her after she was mugged on Ranelagh Road between 2am and 3:45am on Thursday, September 1. Luckily, the injuries she suffered were not life-threatening.
No arrests have been made in connection with the attack. Gardai have appealed for any witnesses or motorists who may have dashcam footage to contact them.
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A garda spokeswoman said: "Gardai are investigating a robbery and assault that occurred between 2am and 3.45am at Ranelagh Road, Dublin 6 on the 1st of September 2022.
"A female aged in her 80’s was injured during the incident. Her injuries are non-life threatening.
"No arrests have been made. Investigations are ongoing.
"Any motorists, taxi drivers or delivery drivers in the area who witnessed the incident or who may have dash cam footage, please contact Donnybrook Garda Station on 01 6669200."
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