Accused denied bail again

A Siggiewi man, accused of trying to kill his wife, remained in preventive custody after yet another request for bail was turned down.

Magistrate Noel Cuschieri ruled that, after considering the circumstances of the case, he believed Anthony Falzon was not trustworthy. There was the risk he would commit another crime, particularly against his wife, Lourdes, if granted bail.

Falzon, 46, is pleading not guilty to the attempted murder of his wife by shooting at her in front of Shopwise supermarket in Qormi, seriously injuring her, keeping and carrying a firearm and ammunition without a licence and endangering people`s lives by shooting in public on April 5 at about noon.

Before delivering his ruling, Magistrate Cuschieri noted the gravity and circumstances of the case and that it originated from one of many marital disputes.

This was the second time the magistrate has denied Falzon bail for the same reasons.

The case continues.

Police Inspectors Michael Mallia and Raymond D`Anastas are prosecuting.

Dr Albert Libreri is appearing for Falzon and Dr Joseph Giglio is appearing in parte civile for the victim.