Carl Caruana Begins Prison Sentence for Marsascala Shooting

In the quiet, coastal town of Marsascala, a once peaceful evening was shattered by gunshots. Today, Carl Caruana, the man behind that gun, has begun his prison sentence. The 35-year-old was sentenced to 12 years behind bars for attempted murder and firearms offences, following a shooting incident that left a man injured in August 2020.

Marsascala’s Shocking Night

Marsascala, known for its picturesque fishing village and the iconic St. Thomas Bay, was rocked by the sound of gunshots echoing through the usually tranquil Triq il-Kbira. A man, then 30, was shot multiple times, with the incident leaving the tight-knit community in shock. Caruana was arrested shortly after the shooting and has been in custody ever since.

Justice Served

Caruana was found guilty by a jury in March this year. The court heard how Caruana, armed with a semi-automatic pistol, opened fire on the victim, who was left with life-changing injuries. The court also heard how Caruana had previously threatened the victim, leading to the attempted murder charge. Judge Antonio Mizzi described the shooting as a “cowardly and brutal attack” and sentenced Caruana to 12 years in prison.

Community Reaction

News of Caruana’s sentence has been welcomed by the Marsascala community. “We’re relieved that justice has been served,” said a local resident who wished to remain anonymous. “No one should live in fear of violence in their own community.” The victim’s family has also expressed satisfaction with the sentence, hoping it will bring some closure to the traumatic event.

Caruana’s sentencing sends a clear message that gun violence will not be tolerated in Malta. As he begins his prison sentence, the Marsascala community looks forward to healing and moving on from this dark chapter in their history.