Knife attack victim dies in hospital

A man died after he was knifed during an argument in Birkirkara last night. The attack took place in Triq il-Bwieraq at 2.30am close to a garage used for Muslim prayers. The victim, who has not yet been identified, was stabbed during an argument between three people. He was taken to hospital where he soon succumbed to his injuries. An inquiry is being held. His death makes this the eighth murder this year. A man was killed in a shooting at Attard only eight days ago.