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Mourning Miriam Pace: Four Years On, Husband Reflects on Tragic Loss

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It’s been four years since Maltese mother Miriam Pace lost her life when her Santa Venera home collapsed with her inside. She was buried under the rubble of her own home after construction works taking place next door caused her house to collapse.

Earlier today, the victim’s husband Carmel Pace took to Facebook to recall how his family’s life was turned upside down four years ago.

“After four years, amidst numerous judgments and finger-pointing, one thing remains clear: the true victim often seems to transform into the accused, and vice versa. It’s easy to overlook that the real victim is the one who tragically lost her life within the confines of her own home, while her family continues to bear the enduring consequences.”

“In spite of our physical separation four years ago, you persistently reside and will always be remembered in our hearts and minds,” he expressed in a heartfelt message.

Four years after the Maltese mother’s passing, two architects were convicted of involuntary homicide for their involvement in the building collapse and received a suspended prison sentence along with 880 hours of community service.

Initially, these architects faced charges alongside excavation contractor Ludwig Dimech, aged 37, and builder Nicholas Spiteri, aged 42. However, Dimech and Spiteri have chosen to contest their case in criminal court.

Since her death on 2nd March 2020, architect Roderick Camilleri, who was found guilty of causing her death, has since filed over 100 planning applications, most of which the planning authority has approved.

In September last year, a judge decided to permit the continuation of the extensive construction project adjacent to Pace’s residence. The approval for the site was granted after the preservation of evidence, including video footage and photographs, was presented in court.

Rest in peace, Miriam.

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