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Svetlana Muscat, a former Malta prison officer, has been cleared of criminal wrongdoing and transferred out of prison after authorities found her “not criminally liable” for allowing individuals to meet with Yorgen Fenech in her office. Fenech, a Maltese businessman, is currently on trial for the 2017 car bomb assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Muscat’s acquittal comes after an investigation into allegations that she improperly facilitated meetings between Fenech and third parties while he was in custody. However, evidence revealed that Muscat did not act with criminal intent, leading to her exoneration.
The case has sparked intense scrutiny of Malta’s correctional system and raised questions about potential corruption and collusion within the prison service. Muscat’s transfer from prison marks a significant development in the ongoing probe, underscoring the need for transparency and accountability within the justice system.
As the investigation continues, authorities are working to ensure that those involved in Caruana Galizia’s assassination face justice, and that systemic vulnerabilities are addressed to prevent future abuses of power.
