Man grievously injured whilst competing in obstacle race

Oct 9 2022

A 30-year-old man resident of Gżira has suffered grievous injuries after he was injured during an obstacle course race in Għajn Tuffieħa.

Police were informed of the incident at around 1630hrs yesterday, and preliminary investigations showed that the man suffered grievous injuries during the last part of the race whilst sliding down one of the last challenges.

The man was taken to Mater Dei Hospital by Malta Red Cross who were present at the scene of the incident. He was later certified as having suffered grievous injuries.

Investigations are ongoing and an inquiry has been opened.

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Massive €90,000 donation to Puttinu Cares during special event

Oct 9 2022

Puttinu Cares took to social media to reveal that James Caterers, with the support of Convenience Shops and Malta Healthcare Caterers Ltd, Suppliers and Friends raised the whopping amount of €90,000 for the NGO.

The surprise financial aid was given to Puttinu Cares during a party organised by the companies donating, and will go to help many people, especially children, suffering from diseases such as cancer.

The NGO thanked all those involved in the generous donation, saying that ‘well done is not enough to describe the support that you always showed us. Thank you from the bottom of our heart for your generosity.’

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Photo Source: Puttinu Cares

Diet and exercise for Garfield, Malta’s fattest rescued hedgehog

Oct 9 2022

Garfield (yes, she was named after the cartoon cat who loves lasagne) is the fattest hedgehog to ever be rescued by local volunteers. Given her excessive weight and the complications that come with it, Garfield has been given a challenge by her loving owners.

Weighing in at 2.2kg, which is almost double the size of a typical hedgehog, Garfield came to the care of volunteers last month after being found in Pieta unable to walk and with her hind legs bleeding.

Wildlife Rescue Team Malta have been keeping the public updated with Garfield’s progression, having already gone down to 1.5kg from the previous weight.

‘She is finally able to lift herself up enough to scratch with her hind legs, her legs are showing when she walks, and her walking speed is increasing’ explained the NGO.

However, should she roll up and find herself on her back, she is still unable to roll back on her tummy. She will now be strengthening her muscles at the 1.5kg weight so that she avoids saggy skin if she loses weight without gaining muscle.

You can do this Garfield! We believe in you!

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Source: Wildlife Rescue Malta FB

Three police constables suspended for alleged assault of migrants

Oct 9 2022

Three police constables were suspended on Friday after being suspected of having picked up migrants, escorted them to well-hidden areas and violently assaulted them.

The victims were also reportedly not breaking the law when this occurred but sources claim that the constables repeated the crime multiple times over the past weeks.

The assaults also reportedly involve other forms of humiliation which have not yet been detailed. It was reported that some of their colleagues reported the officers concerned internally, with the issue coming into the limelight on Saturday.

The media relations unit reported how three constables, two men and one woman, who worked the same shift at the Hamrun police station, are now being subjected to a criminal investigation.

All three constables are suspected of having seriously failed to uphold their duties through the use of unnecessary violence. Investigators are trying to identify all the assault victims to call them in for questioning.

The constables are young members of the force, with one reportedly graduating from the training academy less than a year ago. The police corp came out against the actions by the constables, condemning them outright.

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