Melita’s outlet in Naxxar is temporarily closed after a robbery attempt this afternoon, the company said.

“Melita would like to advise customers that, following an attempted robbery earlier today, the company’s retail outlet in Naxxar is currently closed for business.

“Melita’s other retail outlets continue to operate normally.

Melita thanked the Police for their prompt intervention, “which quickly brought this incident to a safe conclusion”, the company said.

A man has been arrested in connection with the attempt, which was thwarted by police officers from the Rapid Intervention Unit.