Yorgen Fenech Trial: Doctor Testifies Accused Threatened to Implicate Others
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In brief
- During the ongoing Yorgen Fenech murder trial, a doctor testified about a statement made by the accused.
- The doctor recounted Fenech saying that if he were to "go down," he would take "everyone" with him.
- NET News reported that the statement specifically referred to Keith Schembri.
The trial of Yorgen Fenech, accused of complicity in the murder of Daphne Caruana Galizia, continued for its 33rd day with significant testimony from a doctor. The doctor, identified as Adrian Vella, recounted a statement made by Fenech.
According to testimony heard in court, Fenech allegedly stated that if he were to "go down," he would take "everyone" with him. This statement suggests a threat to implicate other individuals should he face conviction.
NET News, reporting on the testimony, specified that Adrian Vella had told the police that Fenech's statement specifically referred to former Chief of Staff Keith Schembri. The Malta Independent also reported on the doctor's testimony, noting the broader "everyone" phrasing.
The cross-examination of Adrian Vella continued during the day's proceedings, forming a key part of the evidence presented in the high-profile case.
The Spin Room
Medium media divide. The story, which involves testimony from the Yorgen Fenech trial and mentions a former Chief of Staff, was covered by The Malta Independent and NET News. The development, which is unfavourable to the previous administration, was not covered by some other outlets.
- NET News: Emphasised the specific mention of Keith Schembri in the alleged threat made by Yorgen Fenech.
- The Malta Independent: Focused on the doctor's testimony in court and the general statement by Fenech about taking "everyone" down with him.