A site manager accused of breaching construction regulations during works on 70, Tower Road in Sliema, at a corner with Qui-Si-Sana, was acquitted after the court found that the prosecution failed to produce enough evidence. 

Lisa Umberto, as site manager, was charged with failing to ensure the works were covered by insurance or a bank guarantee, while failing to fulfill environmental regulations such as taking precautions to reduce inconvenience to neighbours and avoiding damage to third-party properties.

The defence had argued that the charges, which dated back to 2020, should be thrown out since the regulations had since been revoked. However, the court disagreed, saying such changes do not automatically close criminal cases.

Despite this, the court noted that the prosecution's only evidence was an affidavit referring to a complaint filed by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA), who failed to appear in court. No representative attended the sitting, nor were any supporting documents presented.

Due to the lack of evidence behind the allegations, Magistrate Agius Bonnici found Umberto not guilty and acquitted her of all charges.

The defence was led by Matthew Xuereb.