Ghirxi lawyer accuses police of dereliction of duty
Nicolette Ghirxi might still be alive if the police had done their duty instead of allowing her killer to play games with them, according to her lawyer. When police called Edward Johnston for questioning last April, he ridiculed them, claiming he was in Dubai to “top up my tan” and daring them to “notify Interpol” if they wanted to speak to him. These email exchanges, which date back to April, were released on Wednesday by Ghirxi’s lawyer, Joseph Borda. Ghirxi had reported to the police that her ex-boyfriend was harassing her. Borda criticized the police for failing to protect Ghirxi adequately, as they did not act on the harassment reports she had been filing since April. They also could have taken action after he ignored their requests for interrogation, the lawyer added. (Times of Malta)
Man electrocuted in Msida
A man was discovered dead, likely due to an electric shock, in a Msida garage on Wednesday, according to police reports. The police were alerted a to a deceased person found in the common area of garages on Triq Anton Inglott. Preliminary investigations revealed that the 57-year-old Hamrun resident, identified as Lawrence Piscopo, was washing vehicles in his garage when he likely suffered a fatal electric shock. (The Malta Independent)
Temperatures to peak at 37°C over the weekend
The Meteorological Office has issued a weather warning ahead of the Santa Marija celebrations, with temperatures predicted to reach 37°C on Friday. The public is advised to take precautions against the high temperatures expected in the coming days, which coincide with the festivities and increased travel between the Maltese islands. Sunny skies are forecast for today, with temperatures anticipated to peak at 35°C and dip to 25°C overnight. The following day, temperatures are expected to climb to 37°C. (Maltatoday)
