Dead woman's husband accused of domestic violence

Joseph Pace, the widower of a woman found dead an her residence last night, was arraigned in court this afternoon and accused of domestic violence.

Maria Dolores Pace was reported by the police to have died of a heart attack at her residence in Triq Is-Sajjied, Marsa but she had several injuries on her face, although they did not cause her death.

Other than domestic violence, Mr Pace was also accused of harassment, causing slight injuries, insulting and threatening his wife.

Magistrate Doreen Clarke, who presided over the arraignment, denied Mr Pace bail.

Inspectors Joseph Agius and Ramon Mercieca prosecuted.

Lawyer Anthony Cutajar was defence counsel.