Woman viciously assaulted near Dublin Airport amid disturbing social media footage

A woman is in hospital after being viciously assaulted and found in an unresponsive state outside the perimeter fence of Dublin Airport.

Gardaí say they are investigating the alleged assault on the woman which occurred at around 8am on Friday morning, October 20 at the R108 in Huntstown near Dublin Airport.

"The woman, aged in her 40s, was later taken to Beaumont Hospital where she is continuing to receive treatment. Her injuries are understood to not be life-threatening," gardaí confirmed.

They said no arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing while they also made an appeal for witnesses.

"Gardaí are appealing to anyone who was in the area between 7.30am and 8.15am or who may have witnessed the incident to come forward to them. In particular, those who may have video footage. Gardaí can be contacted at Dublin Airport Station on 01 666 4950."

Footage apparently showing the woman in the aftermath of the assault is circulating on social media. Gardaí have been asked to comment on the alleged circulation of the footage.