Violent Assault On Indian-Origin Cab Driver Lakhvir Singh Sparks Safety Concerns In Dublin

An Indian-origin man, Lakhvir Singh, was violently attacked in Ballymun, a suburb of Dublin, Ireland. Singh, who has lived in Ireland for over 23 years and worked as a cab driver for more than a decade, described the assault as unprovoked. The incident occurred near Poppintree on a Friday night. "In 10 years, I've never seen anything like this happen," Singh expressed to Dublin Live, adding that he now feels "very scared" to return to work.

Singh recounted picking up two young men, believed to be around 20 or 21 years old, from the northside area and dropping them at Poppintree. Upon reaching their destination, the men allegedly opened the car door and attacked him with a bottle. As they fled, they reportedly shouted, "Go back to your own country." Singh was taken to Beaumont Hospital for treatment but did not suffer serious injuries.

Recent Attacks Raise Concerns

This attack is part of a troubling pattern of violence against Indian citizens in Ireland. Just days earlier, a 40-year-old Indian man was beaten and stripped by a teenage gang in Tallaght. Additionally, a 32-year-old Indian data scientist suffered a fractured cheekbone after being assaulted by six teenagers near his apartment.

The recent surge in attacks has prompted the Indian embassy in Dublin to issue a safety advisory for Indian citizens residing in Ireland. The advisory highlighted an increase in physical attacks against Indians and urged them to take reasonable precautions for personal security and avoid deserted areas during odd hours.

Police Investigation Underway

Irish police confirmed they are investigating the assault on Singh. "Gardai are investigating an assault reported to have occurred in Poppintree, Ballymun, Dublin 11 at approximately 11:45 pm on Friday, 1st August 2025. A man aged in his 40s was brought to Beaumont Hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury. Investigations are ongoing," authorities stated.

The embassy has also provided an emergency contact number (+353 8994 23734) and an email address ([email protected]) for those seeking assistance. Meanwhile, Singh expressed his fear about returning to work as a cab driver due to the traumatic experience.