Police investigate alleged rape case in Swieqi

A woman was allegedly assaulted in Swieqi this morning outside her apartment building

The police are investigating an alleged case of rape that took place this morning in Swieqi. It is being reported that the Englishwoman, 22, was assaulted whilst trying to open the door to her apartment.

The aggressor, believed to be a foreigner as well, allegedly attacked her and dragged her into a garage, still under construction. He then fled the scene.

A magisterial inquiry is underway.