Jesmond Gauci, the priest accused of abusing three girls was today granted bail after the alleged victims testified behind closed doors in a Gozo court.

Sources close to the case said Father Jesmond Gauci attended a family BBQ in Gozo and was caught by the girl’s mother touching the girl “inappropriately”. It is understood that the girl’s mother has said she is willing to testify against the priest.

The Malta Independent is also informed that the police have discovered several text messages allegedly sent by the priest to at least one of the girls.

The Attorney General had previously overturned Gauci’s bail until the three minors testified.