Masked men throw acid at woman’s face in targeted attack

Emergency services were called to a restaurant on Dixon Street, Haymarket, after reports an injured woman had sought refuge inside at 11pm last night.

Police were told the 32-year-old woman was standing on the street when a black hatchback stopped in front of her.

Three men wearing facemasks got out of the car and threw acid at the woman’s face.

They then got back in the car and drove away.

The woman was taken to Royal North Shore Hospital to be treated for facial injuries.

A crime scene was established and officers are investigating the incident.

Police believe the attack was targeted.