Two Planning Authority officers were threatened and physically assaulted by an individual while carrying out compliance and enforcement duties at Ta' Qali on Thursday, the PA said Friday.

Transport Malta officials, who were conducting patrols in the area at the time, intervened promptly to halt the aggressor and prevent further undesirable consequences, the statement said.

An ambulance was dispatched to the site as one of the Planning Authority officers was under shock and needed medical treatment.

Police officers were soon called on site and took statements from all parties involved. It is expected that the aggressor will be arraigned in court in the coming days.

The authority expressed its solidarity and support with its officers and unreservedly condemns any form of harassment or abuse directed towards public officials performing their duties.