Malta Police Seek Public’s Help to Locate Wanted Brothers Victor & Fabio Grima

The Malta Police Force has released photographs of Victor Grima and Fabio Grima, urging the public to help locate the pair—an urgent step that could prevent court delays and spare taxpayers the extra cost of drawn-out proceedings.

Why This Matters

• Immediate safety check – Police say the men must appear before a magistrate; their whereabouts are currently unknown.

• Anonymous tip-off routes – You can share information without revealing your name by calling 2122 4001, dialling 119, or sending a private message to the Force’s Facebook page.

• Reference code 8/2026 – Quoting this number speeds up backend triage so officers can act on leads faster.

• Legal duty to cooperate – Maltese legislation allows fines of up to €2,000 for knowingly withholding information in active manhunts.

The Search: What We Know

Authorities confirmed on Sunday that both men are the subject of a magistrate’s order linked to an undisclosed court case. Investigators have not stated whether the two are brothers, but the shared surname suggests a family connection. Photos posted on the official police Facebook page show the men in casual attire; officers insist the images are current. While the nature of the charges remains sealed—a common practice in Malta when pre-trial evidence is still being compiled—sources inside the Criminal Investigations Department describe the matter as “time-sensitive.”

How You Can Help

If you spot either individual, police ask that you do not intervene directly. Instead, choose one of these channels:

Phone – Call 2122 4001 (headquarters) or the emergency line 119. Both are staffed 24/7.

Digital – Send a private message to the verified Malta Police Force Facebook page. Attach photos or live-location pins if possible.

Walk-in – Report to the nearest district station. Desk sergeants have been briefed to prioritise any lead marked 8/2026.

Call-handlers will not request your identity unless you volunteer it, and conversations are not recorded for non-emergency tips, protecting whistle-blowers under Malta’s Whistleblower Act.

Legal Backdrop

A magistrate’s order signals that preliminary evidence has convinced a court official of the need for compulsory attendance. Under Article 355A of the Criminal Code, failure to obey such an order can itself trigger separate charges, carrying penalties of up to 2 years’ imprisonment. For the public, knowingly harbouring or assisting a wanted person breaches Article 102, exposing helpers to fines and jail time.

In recent years, Maltese judges have criticised “social media vigilantism,” where users attempt citizen arrests. Police therefore stress that any information should flow through official channels, not public comment threads.

What This Means for Residents

For most people, the development is a reminder that Malta’s small size accelerates information flow—one phone call can resolve an investigation before it spirals into a protracted trial. Quick resolution saves court resources and limits the backlog that often delays civil disputes and family law hearings. Tenants and homeowners also gain peace of mind: closing the file fast means fewer patrols roaming neighbourhoods, and insurance providers sometimes adjust premiums downward when high-profile searches end swiftly. Finally, if you rely on court services—from notarial deeds to probate—fewer pending criminal cases free up the judiciary’s calendar, shortening wait times for everyone.

Residents with relevant knowledge are encouraged to step forward today; withholding information seldom pays, while a confidential tip could protect both community safety and the national purse.