An 87-year-old Gozitan man who was accused of attempted murder was denied bail earlier today.

The man was arrested on October 7th following an incident on Triq is-Salib, Xewkija where he put the lives of others in danger by firing a gun and causing minor injuries to a 35-year-old man from Xewkija.

The man was also accused of possessing an unlicensed firearm.

The 87-year-old man appeared in court today where he pleaded not guilty.

Magistrate Paul Coppini refused bail.

Inspector Bernard Spiteri prosecuted.

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