Tragic Death of Limerick Mother Following Alleged Roadside Assault
The family of Scarlett Faulkner, a 29-year-old mother from Limerick, has announced her death in hospital three weeks after she was allegedly attacked at the side of a road. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, March 21, 2026, left Faulkner with catastrophic head injuries, leading to her being placed in an induced coma at Cork University Hospital.
Family Mourns Loss Amid Ongoing Investigation
Faulkner, mother to a six-year-old daughter, was taken off life support and died hours later with family members at her bedside. In emotional social media updates, her brother posted, 'RIP my lovely sister Scarlett,' while her cousin Melissa McCarthy shared a montage of images captioned, 'Fly high our girl love you forever my beautiful cousin oh your poor family and little girl.'
Josephine Duffy, partner of Scarlett's brother Thomas, added, 'The one, the only, Scarlet Faulkner, passed away so peacefully with her loving family around her. Rest in peace my beautiful sister-in-law.' Martin Anthony Faulkner, one of Scarlett's 15 siblings, also expressed grief online, highlighting the family's request for privacy during this distressing time.
Charges Filed in Connection with the Assault
A woman in her 40s and a 16-year-old girl have been charged in connection with the assault. According to court proceedings, the teenage girl was allegedly a passenger in a car that pursued and rammed a van carrying Faulkner and a man. When Faulkner fled the van, she was chased by the girl and allegedly struck across the head with an iron bar at least 11 times.
Gardaí Confirm Death and Continue Investigations
On Monday evening, Gardaí confirmed Faulkner's death and stated that investigations are ongoing. A spokesperson said, 'Gardaí continue to investigate a serious assault which occurred on the R494 at Birdhill, Co. Tipperary on Saturday 21 March, 2026 shortly before 5.30pm. The woman, aged in her 20s, who was injured in the incident, was pronounced deceased earlier today, Monday, 13 April in Cork University Hospital.'
The Coroner has been notified, and a post-mortem examination is scheduled. A Family Liaison Officer has been assigned to support the family. As two persons are currently charged before the courts, An Garda Síochána is not making any further comment, but investigations remain active.
The family's Facebook group posted, 'It is with the deepest sorrow and profound regret that we share the heartbreaking news that Scarlett Faulkner has passed away. She left this world peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.' They asked for prayers and privacy as they grieve the loss of their 'precious, beautiful girl.'
