Teenager seriously injured in Paceville stabbing

An 18-year-old youth from Birkirkara was arrested after another 18-year-old, from Birzebbuga, was stabbed during a fight in Paceville early yesterday morning. The injured man was taken to hospital where his condition was described as serious but not...

An 18-year-old youth from Birkirkara was arrested after another 18-year-old, from Birzebbuga, was stabbed during a fight in Paceville early yesterday morning.

The injured man was taken to hospital where his condition was described as serious but not critical. Police said he was injured in his stomach and arm. He was still in hospital yesterday morning.

The incident took place in St George's Road in Paceville, and police became aware of it at around 2 a.m. as they were doing their rounds.

Police investigations are still ongoing. Magistrate Joseph Apap Bologna is carrying out an inquiry.

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