Protests in Malta following acquittal in Daphne Caruana Galizia murder case
Following the acquittal of a defendant in the murder of investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, people took to the streets in Malta.
Acquittal in Caruana Galizia murder case triggers protests in Malta
Following an acquittal in connection with the murder of Maltese investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, demonstrators took to the streets in Malta. According to Google News AT — Crime (de), the protests were directed against the court ruling, which has triggered strong outrage among sections of the population.
Caruana Galizia was killed by a car bomb in October 2017. The journalist had gained international attention through her reporting on corruption and political wrongdoings in Malta.
For many demonstrators, the acquittal of a defendant in the murder case is regarded as a failure of justice. Precise details regarding the number and identity of those acquitted and the exact status of proceedings were not provided in the available reports.
The case has repeatedly attracted international attention in recent years and sparked debates about press freedom and the rule of law in Malta.
Source: Google News AT — Crime (de)