Missing Student Matthew Camilleri: Search Continues
Three Weeks On: The Search for Missing Student Continues
The sun sets over the Grand Harbour, casting an orange glow over the Three Cities. It’s a sight that’s become eerily familiar to the family and friends of Matthew Camilleri, the 19-year-old student who’s been missing for three weeks now. Every evening, they gather at the Valletta waterfront, their faces a mix of hope and despair, as the search for Matthew enters its fourth week.
Matthew’s Disappearance
Matthew was last seen on the evening of March 11th, leaving his residence in Msida. He had been out with friends earlier that day but had returned home alone. His family reported him missing the following morning when he didn’t return or respond to their calls. His phone was found at his residence, with no signs of struggle.
Search Efforts and Leads
The Malta Police Force has been leading the search, conducting extensive investigations and appeals for information. They’ve searched Matthew’s known haunts, including the Msida area, the University of Malta, and popular student hangouts like Strait Street and the Paceville area. They’ve also searched the coastline, from Marsaxlokk to Mellieha, with the help of volunteers and the Civil Protection Department.
So far, no trace of Matthew has been found, and no concrete leads have emerged. The police have received numerous calls from the public, but none have led to a breakthrough. The case has left the community baffled and worried, with many questioning how a young man can vanish without a trace.
“It’s like he’s disappeared into thin air,” says Josephine, a family friend who’s been helping with the search. “We’re desperate for any information, no matter how small.”
Community Support and Vigils
The community has rallied around the Camilleri family, with vigils and prayer sessions held in their honour. The hashtag #FindMatthew has been trending on social media, with people sharing posts and appeals for information. The University of Malta has also issued a statement, expressing their support for Matthew and his family and urging anyone with information to come forward.
On Saturday, a candlelit vigil was held at the Msida Parish Church, attended by hundreds of people. “We’re here to show our support for Matthew and his family,” says Daniel, a fellow student. “We won’t give up until he’s found.”
What Next?
The search for Matthew continues, with the police urging anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward. They can be contacted on 119 or via the Malta Police Force’s Facebook page.
Meanwhile, the Camilleri family remains hopeful. “We won’t stop looking for Matthew,” says his mother, Maria. “We know he’s out there somewhere, and we won’t rest until we find him.”
As the sun sets over the Grand Harbour, the search for Matthew Camilleri continues. The community stands united, their hope a beacon in the darkness, as they wait for the day when Matthew will finally be found.
