Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the tragic death of Jean Paul Sofia, who lost his life in a devastating factory collapse at the Corradino Industrial Estate on December 3.

The arrests were carried out late on Friday night by the police shortly after they received a copy of the concluded magisterial inquiry into the incident, led by Magistrate Marse-Ann Farrugia. 

The prolonged duration of the inquiry drew criticism from Prime Minister Robert Abela, who expressed his concerns over the time taken to conclude the report.

In addition to the magisterial inquiry, Jean Paul Sofia’s untimely death will be the subject of a public and independent inquiry, tasked with scrutinising the circumstances that led to the tragic incident and investigating any potential political negligence or failings that may have contributed to it.

The nation awaits further developments and the arraignment of those under arrest, which will appear in court to face charges during this weekend.

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Batten down the hatches and grab those ice-cold drinks, because Malta is in the grip of a relentless heatwave that shows no signs of relenting!

According to predictions from the trusty MET office, the island is set to continue sizzling for the next few days, with temperatures reaching scorching highs that will have us all melting like ice cream on a summer’s day.

The MET office has issued a sweltering warning that the heatwave is far from over, as the mercury is expected to shoot up to a jaw-dropping 43 degrees Celsius until Tuesday.

From sunup to sundown, Malta will be enveloped in a relentless heatwave that will have even the most seasoned sun worshippers reaching for the sunblock and seeking shelter indoors.

As the heatwave continues its relentless assault, we’re reminded to stay hydrated and avoid unnecessary outdoor activities during the peak heat hours. It’s crucial to look after ourselves and our loved ones, especially the young, elderly, and vulnerable, who may be more susceptible to the extreme heat.

On the other hand, the MET office predicts that as s we inch towards the latter part of the week, temperatures are expected to dip slightly, bringing some relief to the sun-scorched masses.

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