A search by the Armed Forces of Malta on Comino for illegal immigrants has been terminated since it yielded no results.

The search was embarked up late this morning following a report from a tourist that between 50 and 55 illegal immigrants had landed on the tiny island.

Sources said that an aerial reconnaissance by an army aircraft was negative but individuals who could be suspicious were seen on the island.

Soldiers in full riot gear searched the island in an operation which lasted several hours.

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