Woman, 20s, in critical condition in hospital after assault in Tipperary

The incident happened on the R494 at Birdhill on Saturday evening.

A garda spokesperson said investigations are ongoing. File Picture: PA

A woman in her 20s in a critical condition in hospital following a serious assault that took place in Co Tipperary on Saturday.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which occurred on the R494 at Birdhill at approximately 5.30pm.