BREAKING: ‘What a warrior’: Death of Limerick mum Scarlett Faulkner confirmed

THE FAULKNER family have announced the passing of their beloved Scarlett this Monday evening.

Scarlett, aged 29, from the northside of Limerick city, was allegedly struck with an iron bar at the side of the R494 road in Birdhill on Saturday, March 21 - three weeks ago. 

The mum-of-one was taken off her life support machine in Cork University Hospital on Sunday with family members spending the night with her.

Josephine (Joanne) Duffy, the partner of Scarlett's brother Thomas, gave an update on social media this Monday evening saying: “The one, the only, Scarlet Faulkner, passed away so peacefully with her loving family around her.”

Josephine said “what a warrior”.

“Rest in peace my beautiful sister-in-law. Thank you all so much for your prayers and support,” wrote an emotional Josephine.

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Martin Anthony Faulkner, one of Scarlett’s 15 siblings, wrote on social media: “RIP my lovely sister Scarlett.”

The Scarlettarmy page on Facebook, which has amassed over 26,000 followers, posted that with deep sorrow they must share that “Heaven has gained a beautiful new angel”.

“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.

“At this deeply distressing time, the family are gently trying to process their overwhelming grief and loss. They kindly ask for privacy as they come to terms with saying goodbye to their precious beautiful girl,” reads the post.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has kept Scarlett in their prayers, sent loving messages, and offered support over the past few weeks.

“Your kindness has meant more to them than words can say. They ask that we all continue to pray for Scarlett - that her gentle soul is received into the loving arms of God and granted eternal peace and a soft bed in Heaven. Thank you all, and God bless you all.”

A woman and a 16-year-old girl have appeared in court - on separate dates in Limerick and in Thurles - in connection with the serious assault of Scarlett.