In a dramatic court testimony that has reignited national attention, Kenneth Camilleri told the court that nobody asked him to kill Melvin, addressing allegations linked to the wider investigation into organised crime and the murder of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.
Camilleri, who is facing charges in connection with separate criminal proceedings, made the statement while being questioned about his alleged role and associations, including reported links to businessman Yorgen Fenech. Fenech is currently facing trial as the alleged mastermind behind the 2017 car bomb assassination of Caruana Galizia, a case that continues to dominate Malta’s judicial and political landscape.
During his testimony, Camilleri sought to distance himself from any plot to murder a man named Melvin, insisting that no one had instructed him to carry out such an act. His remarks came as part of a broader line of questioning in which prosecutors attempted to establish connections between various criminal figures and the events surrounding the journalist’s murder.
The court hearing drew significant public interest, given the long-running nature of the Daphne Caruana Galizia case and the multiple trials stemming from it. The investigation has uncovered a complex web of alleged corruption, business interests, and criminal networks, with each new testimony adding further detail to the prosecution’s narrative.
The judge adjourned proceedings after Camilleri’s statement, with further cross-examination expected in the coming days. For many in Malta, the case remains a pivotal moment in the country’s pursuit of justice and accountability.
