A Sad day for Rescue in Malta

Mr. Freddie Fenech founder of A.A.A. made headlines last week, following allegations of fraud by five of his helpers at the Sanctuary. Backed by the Director of the Animal  Welfare department in Malta, Mr. Mario Spiteri, the volonteers filed a report claiming that Mr. Fenech cannot account for several thousands of Euros donated to him. Further more, they are also claiming cruelty to animals and threats. Mr. Fenech has denied all the accusations and said he will be taking legal actions to clear his name. In the meantime, the police are investigating.

Mr. Fenech, a former CID officer, established the association back in 1979, and throughout the years was seen on the media bringing to light acts of cruelty while rescueing animals mainly dogs. His most recent rescue in fact involved the rescueing of three starving puppies found together with a number of dog carcasses in a former lepers hospital in Gharghur. Recent studies by a qualified vet have however shown that the alleged dog carcasses were in fact carcasses of sheep and goats, giving the impression that this was a set up public relations act.