Woman, boy injured by flares

The accident happened at around noon in Sta Venera

A 43-year-old woman and a 12-year-old boy were injured by flares in Sta Venera on Sunday in an accident that appeared to have taken place during election victory celebrations.

The accident happened at about noon in St Joseph High Road.

The two were in a vehicle at the time.

The police said they were assisted by a medical team and hospitalised.

The woman suffered serious injuries while the boy suffered grievous injuries and was discharged from hospital.

The police are investigating.

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