Gardai launch probe into assault of lesbian couple at Dublin bus stop

Gardai have launched an investigation into a “serious assault” of a young lesbian couple in Drumcondra.

Robyn Deane and her girlfriend Kate were allegedly attacked by two men at a bus stop on Drumcondra Road Upper at 6pm on Monday.

The women suffered facial injuries during the incident and required medical treatment.

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Gardai have said two men were involved in the incident and fled the scene on foot.

Following the assault, Robyn took to Instagram stories and posted photos of her bruised and swollen face.

She said: “Me and Kate just got gay bashed. This is what being lesbians in Ireland is.

“In hospital right now. Will reply to everyone at a later point. Kate is okay.”

A GoFundMe was launched for the couple to help cover medical costs, therapy and any other costs that might arise.

Donations have since closed after raise €13,071 in less than 24 hours with well wishes being sent from all over the country.

The organiser said that a portion of the donations would be going towards Small Trans Library, an Irish/Scottish organisation that supports the trans community.

This morning Robyn updated her Instagram followers on her injuries and thanked the public for the support.

She said: “For everyone interested there will be an ongoing investigation into the two males who assaulted Kate and I on Monday. We are thankful that there are multiple witnesses to the assault.

“As you can see my face is mutilated and it will be a long recovery.

“Again, thank you all for the support.”

A garda spokesman told Dublin Live: “Gardai at Santry are investigating following a serious assault incident in Drumcondra, Dublin 9 on Monday May 16, 2022.

“Shortly after 6:00pm, Gardai were alerted following reports of an assault incident on Drumcondra Road Upper.

“It’s understood two females aged in their 20s were assaulted in the course of an altercation with two males, as they stood waiting at a bus stop.

“Both males fled from the scene on foot.

“The two women required medical treatment for facial injuries.

“Enquiries into the incident are ongoing. No arrests have been made to date.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Santry Garda Station 01 6664000 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.”

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