A person who posted on Facebook today described how he was assaulted for no apparent reason this morning, and that when one of the attackers was caught, a large knife was found on him.
“Is Sliema Promenade safe anymore ???
Today at about 7.15 am I was jogging on Sliema Promenade, exactly by the Gnien Bonello Dupuis, in Qui Si Sana. While I was enjoying my run, I noticed two guys sitting on a bench. Out of the blue, and without provocation, one of them got up and punched me in the face so hard, that he threw me away on the grass. While I started shouting for help, these 2 guys ran away. I was shocked, my head buzzing and terrified. Two Maltese guys who were close by gave chase to these two criminals. They got one of them, he is a foreign guy. When the Police came and arrested him, they found a Big knife on him. I would like to thank these two gentlemen who helped me out, and risked their lives, to get one of the two criminals. Thank you from my heart. A big thank you also goes to the Police in Sliema, who arrived on the scene in a few minutes. I might have been very lucky today, as it could have been much worse for me.
I have made a Police Report. Going to the doctor, for a check-up.
I am 62 yrs old, and every morning I enjoy going out for a walk or a jog. Can I still do this? Is Sliema Promenade safe anymore??? All this happened at 7.15 am when the Promenade is busy with joggers.
Do we need more Police patrolling/walking this Promenade, so we can feel safe again? The Malta Police Force Tas-Sliema Local Council.”