A man was slightly injured yesterday after he was shot during an argument with another man.

The police said the incident took place at around noon in Sqaq Dun Ġużepp Mifsud, Msida, limits of San Ġwann.

The 43-year-old from San Ġwann was involved in an argument with a 35-year-old from Msida who allegedly fired a shot in his direction. The San Ġwann man was taken to Mater Dei Hospital where he received treatment.

The Msida man was held by police for further questioning.

Duty magistrate Consuelo Scerri Herrera was informed of the case and appointed a number of court experts to assist her with the magisterial inquiry.

Police are investigating.

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