A woman was assaulted while walking to work this morning in Dublin.

The assault took place on the woman, who is in her 30s, on the R132 close to the Seatown Road and the Seatown Roundabout, known locally as Woodies roundabout.

The incident took place at about 6.45am.

The attacker was wearing a grey hoodie. At present, there is no more detailed description.

The woman managed to get away from her attacker and was helped by a passing cyclist.

The woman received minor injuries during the incident.

Gardaí have asked anyone who was in the area of the R132, particularly between Balheary Road and Seatown Roundabout this morning to contact them at Swords garda station on 01 666 4700.