Eleanor Walker's mother appeals for justice ten years without trial
Ten years after Eleanor Walker's death, her mother Josephine has again sought justice as the case against her accused husband remains unresolved.
Eleanor Walker's mother appeals for justice ten years without trial
Ten years after the murder of Eleanor Walker, her mother has publicly come forward again to seek closure on the case that remains pending. The proceedings against the individual accused of this murder have still not been concluded.
"I remember ten years today since Eleanor died and nothing has happened to achieve her justice. I am begging you, give me justice," said Josephine Walker as she recalled the death of her only daughter.
The tragedy occurred on 2 July 2016. The victim's body was found later in an industrial structure in Ħal Qormi. Investigators concluded that the death resulted from a severe blow to the head.
Andrew Mangion, who was separated from the victim, turned himself in to the authorities after having evaded capture for two full days. He was subsequently charged with murder. He maintains that he is innocent.
Initially placed under arrest, but after somewhat more than a year he was granted provisional release. The Daphne Caruana Galizia Foundation reported that, during the period he was out, the same person faced additional charges, including theft with violence. Despite this, he continues to enjoy personal freedom whilst awaiting the trial date.
On the occasion of this tenth anniversary, a group of activists hung a large banner outside Parliament House in Valletta. Written on it were the words: "Ten years have passed and we still have not received any justice for Eleanor Walker."
The Daphne Caruana Galizia Foundation used this occasion to emphasise the human cost paid by the judicial system when cases are postponed. According to the same organisation, there is still no date set for the court hearing, despite ten full years having passed.
In a report published by this Foundation, it was stated that criminal proceedings that last a long time can have serious consequences. Physical evidence can deteriorate, witnesses' memories can fade, and accused persons can become difficult to locate for trial.
Source: Lovin Malta
Source: Lovin Malta