17 Year Old Hospitalised After Hit And Run Accident

Mar 20 2024

Yesterday, at around 1800hrs, police were informed that their assistance was needed in Triq Fleur-De-Lys, Birkirkara, due to a person having suffered some injuries.

Police immediately convened on site and found that a 17 year old boy resident of Ħamrun had been hit by a Toyota Tercel car, with the driver speeding away from the site of the accident.

Some other parked vehicles sustained damages during the incident. The victim was given immediate aid on site and was then transported to Mater Dei Hospital, where he was certified as grievously injured.

Intensive investigations by the police resulted in the discovery of the car involved in the accident approximately an hour later.

The driver, an 18 year old man from Naxxar, was arrested.

An inquiry has been opened and investigations are still ongoing to discover the dynamics of the case.

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Large Illegal Bird Collection Discovered In Siġġiewi Raid

Mar 20 2024

Over the past fortnight, the Committee Against Bird Slaughter (CABS) has aided law enforcement in uncovering 27 illegal trapping sites for finches and other protected birds. Prompt action by authorities, coupled with video evidence provided by CABS, has led to the identification of 24 suspects slated for prosecution for trapping during closed seasons.

The seizures included 33 sets of clap nets, various illegal bird callers, and 263 live birds—predominantly finches. Notable hotspots for illegal trapping were identified in Fawwara, Dingli, Zurrieq, Sannat, and Qala, with one site even found near the Basilica of the National Shrine of Ta’ Pinu in Għarb.

A significant discovery occurred when law enforcement inspected a compound near Siggiewi, revealing three large active clap nets and a substantial illegal collection of live birds, including rare species like the Rustic Bunting.

Criticizing the government’s “finch research” as a guise for protecting poachers, CABS pledged to submit collected data to the European Commission to support legal action against Malta’s trapping practices. Press Officer Axel Hirschfeld affirmed continued CABS operations in Malta and Gozo until April’s end, expressing confidence in a favorable ruling from the European Court of Justice.

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Police Arrest Man Who Stole Historic Gold Medals From Maritime Museum

Mar 19 2024

Justin Mallia, 25, of Bormla, faces serious charges for allegedly stealing two invaluable gold French-era medals from Birgu’s Maritime Museum. Initially admitting guilt, Mallia later changed his plea to not guilty, risking significant bail forfeiture and up to eight years in prison.

Mallia’s audacious scheme involved posing as an Education Department official to gain access to the museum during a school event. However, swift police intervention led to his arrest, with the stolen medals promptly recovered.

The stolen artifacts, dating back to Malta’s struggle for liberation from French occupation, hold immense historical value, making their theft particularly egregious.

Heritage Malta praised law enforcement for their swift action and highlighted the importance of robust security measures in safeguarding cultural heritage.

As legal proceedings continue, Mallia’s case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of protecting Malta’s rich cultural legacy and the ongoing challenges faced by heritage institutions.

In the meantime, the Maritime Museum remains vigilant in preserving Malta’s cherished heritage.

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