A woman was rushed to hospital after a shocking attack in St Stephen's Green.
The assault happened at around 4.15pm on Tuesday and the woman, aged in her 50s, was taken to St James' Hospital for treatment.
A garda spokesman said officers are investigating the attack but no arrests have been made.
The spokesman told Dublin Live: "Gardaí are investigating an assault that occurred in Stephens Green at approximately 4.15pm yesterday afternoon.
"A female in her 50s was taken to St James Hospital to be treated for her injuries. No arrests have been made, investigations are ongoing."
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