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The community is in deep mourning following the tragic death of a young mother who succumbed to injuries sustained in a violent incident in Co. Tipperary.

Scarlett Faulkner, a woman in her 20s from Limerick, passed away on Monday, April 13th 2026, in Cork University Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She had been receiving critical care after suffering severe head injuries in a brutal assault, latter which occurred on March 21st last in Birdhill, Co. Tipperary.

Despite the tireless efforts of medical teams and the unwavering hope of her family, Scarlett remained in a critical condition for several weeks before the heartbreaking decision was made to withdraw life-sustaining treatment.

Scarlett is remembered as a devoted mother, whose love for her young child and family was at the centre of her life. Tributes from loved ones describe her as a caring, strong, and deeply cherished individual whose loss will be felt profoundly by all who knew her.

The incident that led to her injuries has shocked communities across Ireland. Gardaí continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault, which involved multiple individuals and occurred in a public setting. Two people have been charged in connection with the case, which remains before the courts.

At this time, the thoughts of the wider community are with Scarlett’s family, especially her young child, as they face an unimaginable loss. Support services and family liaison officers remain in place to assist them during this difficult period.

The public is respectfully reminded not to share distressing content related to the incident and to allow the family privacy as they grieve.

Life-Support Decision for Critically Injured Woman Delayed as Tipperary Attack Investigation Continues.

A decision on whether to withdraw life-support treatment for a young woman critically injured in a violent incident in Co Tipperary has been delayed, as medical teams await the results of a final assessment.
The woman, in her 20s and originally from Limerick, has remained on life-support at Cork University Hospital for more than three weeks, following a serious assault that occurred along the R494 near Birdhill, Co Tipperary, on March 21st last.

The incident has deeply impacted the local Tipperary community, where the attack took place, and has prompted an outpouring of support and concern from across the region.

Family members have been sharing updates online throughout her hospitalization, expressing both hope and heartbreak as her condition remains critical. She had been placed in an induced coma to reduce brain swelling, but medical efforts to bring her out of the coma have not resulted in any improvement.

Earlier this week, relatives indicated that life-support was expected to be withdrawn. However, a subsequent update confirmed that this decision is now pending the outcome of a final medical test being processed in England. Doctors have advised that the results are required before any legal decision can be made regarding the withdrawal of treatment. Those results are now expected within days.

Despite the grave prognosis outlined by medical consultants, the family continues to appeal for public prayers and support, holding onto hope for a recovery.

The assault, which occurred in the Birdhill area of Tipperary, remains under active investigation. A teenage girl has appeared before the courts charged with assault causing serious harm in connection with the incident. In addition, a woman in her 40s faces multiple charges, including endangerment, violent disorder, and burglary.

Due to legal restrictions, neither accused can be identified. Both individuals remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before Nenagh District Court in County Tipperary later this month.

The case continues to draw significant attention in Tipperary, as the community awaits both medical updates and further developments in the legal proceedings.