'Attempted break-in' foiled by off-duty policeman

The police are investigating a possible attempt to break into a residence in Pieta' which was foiled by an off-duty police sergeant.

Officers were dispatched to Triq id-Duluri in Pieta' at around 2315hrs last night after the off-duty officer noted two persons attempting to force open the front door of a residence, according to an official police communication.

The sergeant had intervened and stopped the 51 year-old woman and her 19-year old companion from breaking down the door. The duo are being held for questioning.

Police investigations are ongoing.