Vigilant neighbours and a timely response by the Rapid Intervention Unit led to the arrest of two foreigners, aged 22 and 23, who were seen damaging cars in Swieqi early this morning, the police said.

The arrests were made early this morning at Triq il-Hemel.

The two are understood to be Spaniards. They were seen damaging car mirrors.

Residents have frequently complained of vandalism, including slashed tyres and scratches on their cars.

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