A Balzan man was yesterday charged with holding a woman against her will and slightly injuring her.
Emanuel Spiteri, 22, pleaded not guilty to holding or kidnapping Alexia Grima, injuring and threatening her in Balzan and other places on Sunday.
He was granted bail against a Lm500 deposit and a personal guarantee of Lm1,500.
Police Inspector Kevin J. Farrugia prosecuted.
Dr Emmanuel Mallia appeared for the defendant.