Glenn Bedingfield confirms Maksar had laptop in prison, but no internet access
In brief
- Glenn Bedingfield has confirmed that convicted murderer George Degiorgio, known as 'il-Maksar', had a laptop in prison.
- Mr Bedingfield clarified that while a laptop was permitted, there was no internet access for the inmate.
- This confirmation follows reports regarding Degiorgio's access to electronic devices while incarcerated.
Glenn Bedingfield has confirmed that George Degiorgio, known as 'il-Maksar', a convicted murderer, was allowed to have a laptop while in prison. However, Mr Bedingfield clarified that this access did not include internet connectivity.
This statement comes after reports emerged concerning Degiorgio's access to electronic devices within the correctional facility. NET News had previously reported that 'Tal-Maksar' accessed the internet from prison, prompting further inquiry.
Mr Bedingfield's confirmation aims to provide clarity on the situation, distinguishing between the presence of a laptop and actual internet access.
The issue of inmate privileges and access to technology in prison remains a subject of public interest and scrutiny.
The Spin Room
Medium media divide. NET News initially focused on the claim of internet access and highlighted Glenn Bedingfield's confirmation of their story, while MaltaToday provided a more nuanced clarification from Bedingfield that a laptop was allowed but without internet access.
- NET News: Emphasised their initial report that 'Tal-Maksar' accessed the internet from prison and highlighted Glenn Bedingfield's confirmation of this story, framing it as validation of their reporting.
- MaltaToday: Focused on Glenn Bedingfield's clarification that while a laptop was allowed in prison, there was no internet access for the convicted murderer.