Two statue bearers tripped and almost dropped the statue of the Risen Christ in Mosta this evening. 

People gasped as the incident happened at about 7.30 p.m. in Main Street.

Eyewitnesses said the two men who tripped were among those at the back of the statue during the traditional run.

The statue tilted over at a dangerous angle and almost fell before being lowered onto the tarmac. 

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