A car belonging to Minister Chris Cardona's chief of staff was destroyed last night, in what the police believe was an act of arson.

Mario Azzopardi's Mercedes caught fire in Triq l-Inginiera, Valletta close to the Stables Bar at around 11pm.

According to police sources, a can was found inside the car, indicating arson. The car was towed away this morning. 

A magisterial inquiry has been ordered. Mr Azzopardi and Dr Cardona are business partners in Sapmac Ltd.

Dr Cardona is among the three candidates vying for the post of Labour Party deputy leader for party affairs.

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