Couvre Port vandalised

The paving at one of the most historic gates in Vittoriosa, Couvre Port, was the target of vandals who soiled it with a large quantity of burnt oil on Thursday evening at about 9.30. Mayor John Boxall said that despite efforts to clean the paving, the...

The paving at one of the most historic gates in Vittoriosa, Couvre Port, was the target of vandals who soiled it with a large quantity of burnt oil on Thursday evening at about 9.30.

Mayor John Boxall said that despite efforts to clean the paving, the stains were still visible. The council has now ordered chemicals to clean the slabs completely.

The vandalism was first noticed by someone who was passing by, the council said.

An attempt to clean the oil was immediately embarked upon, lasting until late at night. The work was resumed yesterday morning.

The council appealed to anyone who may have seen the vandal act to come forward and file a report.

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