Dutch man seriously injured in Paceville fight

A 20-year-old Dutch man was seriously injured in a punch-up in Paceville, police said.

The early-morning fight occurred at around 3:30am in St George’s Street, Paceville, when the Dutchman was punched by another man following an argument between the two.

The alleged aggressor, also a foreigner, was detained by St Julian’s police.

The victim was taken to Mater Dei Hospital for treatment, where he was later certified to be suffering from grievous injuries.

Police investigations are ongoing.