Four arrested over car arson attack

Four youngsters have been detained by the police in relation to an arson attack on Monday.

In a statement, the police said that they were alerted to the fact that a Mitsubishi vehicle was on fire in Triq Selmun, Mellieha.

The police said that upon arriving at the location, members of the Rapid Intervention Unit noticed a Mercedes car which “escaped at great speed”.

The car, the police said, had been reported missing a few days ago.

After giving chase to the vehicle, the police said they had arrested four individuals who were inside the car.

Three men aged between 22 and 29 as well as a 22-year-old woman were arrested.

A magisterial inquiry was appointed with a number experts aiding the investigation.